HS100 KIT

Finally! A smart home solution that actually works and is very simple to install and use. I've gone through a significant number of other devices like this (Wemo, Insteon with HomeSeer and others) and had difficulties with reliability. The Insteon devices sometimes worked, but not reliably. Plus, using these devices with one of the many hub hardware/software options expensive and has usability and maintenance troubles of its own. If you're a techie with deep pockets and lots of free time, and a very patient spouse, these might be OK. The TPLink Smart family of devices are so reliable and easy to use it is almost unbelievable. I have the wall switches, bulbs and smart plugs and all work perfectly. The remote functionality works fine over my Verizon Home Wireless router (no issues with needing incoming connections, port forwarding or other ugliness of this sort). I'm using the Android Kasa app, and have not encountered any issues at all with it. The scene support is fairly basic (allows you to group a number of commands/devices into one user action, e.g. "arriving at my home" turn on lights"), but sufficient for my needs. I use this with Google Assistant and it works great. One suggestion: it would be nice if there was a more elegant way to manage/control multiple homes. Another level of device hierarchy upward would solve this. Like the AprilAire thermostat app supports.

Surprisingly easy to setup. Will say I've used the SmartThings for stuff like motion sensors and door sensors and stuff, but for just outlets and switches the TP-Links work great, are cheaper, and I haven't had any issues setting them up, really fast and easy and the Kasa app works great, instructions were great and simple to setup with my Echo Dot even. The only con, that was an expected con so no stars off as I knew this when buying it, is that it really does eat both sockets if you are like me and the top socket is on a light switch in most places so you want this on the bottom. If the plug rotated or something would be worth the extra dollar or two they may cost. Granted I could also just replace the outlets for a couple bucks as well and not break the tab on the side.

I like these. Works well even in my unheated garage plus another in an outdoor weatherproof box, even when it's 10 below to turn on/off the roof de-icer cables plugged into them. The Kasa app is fairly reliable, rare that it loses it's connection to my network. Network connection is tricky the first time, but once you understand the process it's actually quick & easy to add more devices. Devices can be grouped, and controlled by the app or Alexa. Name your group, add specific devices, and all in the group are controlled by a single command. So (for example) I'm upstairs and say Alexa, "downstairs on", 2 lamps, TV, AVR and cable box in the family room all start up. I walk down the stairs with a plate & beverage and don't need to reach for a light switch or stumble in the dark. My AV system is also tied to a Logitech Harmony Remote, it all works very well together. My one gripe is that it is way too bulky... why in the world does it need to partially block the outlet below it? I can barely squeeze in a small plug down there but most things won't fit with it. Make the circle around the outlet portion to be the very bottom of this device, and then push all the rest of it if need be into the upper part of the housing. Much smaller in EVERY dimension would make this much more usable.

I am very happy with my TP-Link Smart Plugs. I purchased several before I got my Echo Dot. They are very easy to set up and work wonderful. I only had a problem with one and I think that is my fault. When setting it up my selected the wrong network connection, I thought it was part of their setup, Whoops. I had to research on what to do and found the answer on how to reset it. It took a couple of tries but finally figured out. Sometimes I still have a problem with it saying "local only" again that could be still my fault because where I have the plug the signal as strong or the plug was loose. So those things are something I can do something about. Now I have my Alexa, she recogized the plugs easily and I'm very happy. The only con is that once an item is plugged to the smart plug, you shouldn't shut it off yourself, because when you ask Alexa to turn it on, she thinks she has, but it doesn't come on. You can then turn it on manual. So let her do the work for you. I gave one to a friend for her birthday and she loves it and is planning on getting more, with a Echo Dot for Christmas presents!

Purchasing Cause: Looking for smart plugs to allow use of multiple home devices with apps and Amazon Echo's, aka "Alexa". Shipping (Prime Member): No issues with the shipping. Product was received in the standard 2 day free delivery service offered to Prime members. Shipping Packaging: Packaging for the product was great, no issues detected. 1st Inspection of the Product After Receiving: Product was packaged well. Both plugs came in 1 box with very simple instructions on how to set them up. Box was great quality and there were no noticeable issues with the product. 1st Use of the Product: Product was easy to setup, no issues getting the devices to sync up with the household items. Very easy to use and extremely convenient to use. Was the Product Returned?: This product wasn't returned and is still used today. Overall Pros: * Good cost * Easy to setup * Easy to use * Easily manageable in multiple ways * Great quality feel and appearance Overall Cons: * N/A In Closing: This is a great product and I would highly recommend it to anyone. Product is great quality yet at a good price. This product makes things so much more convenient within the house and I intend on buying more of these in the near future.

These aren’t the cheapest smart plugs but after a poor experience with lower cost ones we found these to be easy to set up and reliable.

Me asombró realmente la facilidad con que este dispositivo se configura. Solo hay que bajar la aplicación, conectarlo a la corriente eléctrica y seguir los pasos del asistente de instalación que dura poco menos de dos minutos. La aplicación es muy fácil de usar y se puede cargar en varios teléfonos. yo por ejemplo configuré una lámpara y un árbol de navidad y la aplicación KAZA la cargué en mi Iphone, Android y en el celular de mi esposa. Los 3 teléfonos no solo pueden apagar y encender la lámpara via WiFi sino que vi que también lo pueden controlar remoto a través de la red de celular, por lo que no me queda duda que se puede controlar a distancia (desde oficina o cualquier ubicación remota). Eso me indica las amplias posibilidades con dispositivos comoe este. Se le puede poner el nombre que desees a los iconos como por ejemplo LAMPARA DEL CUARTO o ARBOL DE NAVIDAD, etc y además les puedes asignar un ícono (hay íconos para todo, desde luces, lámparas hasta luces ornamentales y Santa Claus). Lo recomiendo ampliamente. Compraré más. Yo tuve la fortuna de comprarlo en el Cybermonday de 2017 así que me salió barato, en 767 pesos (una caja con dos dispositivos).

Works great no problems easy to set up unlike some brands I’ve tried would recommend

Excellent plus Kasa app is easy, excellent way to support what you like from this even a heater, fan, Christmas lights. I have bought 4 of these 2 for myself and two for my parents. Personally highly recommend with Alexa.

I got the TP-Link HS105 Smart Plug Mini on Prime Day sale and love it. Now these HS100 are on sale for two for $49.99, I decided to grab them. Installation is easy. They provide simple yet good documentations to walk you through. You can easily your appliances turn on/off using the kasa app, or in my case, I linked them with Amazon Dot and they work perfectly. I used the mini plug for a difficult to reach floor lamp upstairs. Now I use this for a difficult to reach floor lamp downstairs. Making my elderly parents' lives much easier! The wifi connection is fast and easy. My wifi connection downstairs is quite weak, but the smart plugs have no issues connecting and stay connected. However if the smart plugs are on sale again, I suggest you grab those up instead because of their size. HS100, if plug into the top outlet, it probably won't block the other outlet, but still the mini plug is cuter and smaller. The applications of these smart plugs are endless. No more trying to figure out the old mechanical timer for your Christmas tree. No more wondering if your oven is off. No more straining your back trying to turn on/off a hard to reach button. Just get them!