Amazon is selling $40 smart plugs for $20, and shoppers say they 'do not go offline and are quick to respond'
"This is the best thing ever."
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With the power of wi-fi, just about anything can become a smart device. We've got smart toasters, toilets, mirrors, and umbrellas (among many more). And now, with the help of a smart plug, even your electrical outlets can become smart. Smart plugs fit into your home's standard outlets, allowing you to control the flow of power to the device plugged into the smart plug. You can turn lights, appliances, and other electronics on or off from anywhere in the house using your phone or voice.
Sounds pretty nifty, right? The best part is you don't have to pay full price. For a limited time, this $40 3-pack of Tapos Smart Plugs is only $20 at Amazon. That's 60% off the normal price.
Tapo Smart Plug, $20 (was $40) at Amazon
These 15-amp plugs are built to handle powerful devices, capable of handling up to 1,800 watts. For reference, the average vacuum cleaner uses between 500 watts and 1,200 watts, so don't shy away from plugging in something that's a little more power hungry.
Along with being able to turn your devices on or off remotely, you can also schedule a timer within the app. Now, you don't even have to remember to turn the lights off before bed – the smart plug will do it automatically. You can schedule devices to turn power on at specific times as well. The Tapo Smart Plug can also be voice-controlled with Apple, Amazon, Google, and Samsung home automation systems.
Several shoppers find the remote on/off features to be very handy. "This is the best thing ever. I have a lamp behind a chair that is very hard to reach," one shopper said. "I plugged it into this and now I just ask Alexa to turn the light off and on."
Other shoppers shared that the smart plug is easy to set up and maintains a solid connection. "I have extensive home automation. These plugs were easy to configure and have been very stable in maintaining a connection to the wifi network (using Google Nest Wifi Pro)," another said. "Unlike other smart plugs I have used, they do not go offline and are quick to respond."
Ready to upgrade your home automation setup? The Tapo Smart Plugs are the perfect way to add more control over the devices in your home. Plus, they can help you save on electricity. Grab this 3-pack on Amazon for just $20 while you can.
