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What is the best smart plug overall?

For my latest round of testing, I brought in 12 new models to determine the best smart plugs currently on the market. The result is this guide to our top picks for smart plugs -- starting with the Emporia 15W smart plug, which topped our list, thanks to its easy setup and excellent electricity tracking. Read on to see why we chose it and the other plugs that made our list.

Best Smart Plugs for 2026: An Upgrade for Any Home
What is the best overall outdoor smart plug?

After reviewing multiple outdoor smart plug models from top brands, we chose the TP-Link Kasa EP40 as the easiest to use at the best price. However, we also included picks for plugs with more sockets, plugs that are better for Apple users and other innovative choices. View our list and check out a few facts to know before you buy.

Best Outdoor Smart Plugs for 2026: Ready for Any Weather
Is the Shelly Plug Gen4 worth it?

I'll be upfront: Paying $25 for a single Shelly Plug Gen4 smart plug is rather steep, considering you can often buy four-packs of similar products from Govee, Tapo and Amazon Basics for about the same price. There's also the matter of the Shelly Premium service, which locks some features -- such as offline notifications, weather forecasts, in-depth monthly energy reports and more customization options -- behind a 4-euro monthly fee (36 euros annually). I don't think the subscription is necessary or worth it unless Shelly makes up a majority of your smart home system -- and even then, it's a st

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