The Best Smart Plugs

August 3, 2026 · 12 products tested

The Best Smart Plugs

Product Lab Tested

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Dr. Lisa Huang, Product Lab Tested
Our editorial team tests products through controlled, multi-week panel evaluations using calibrated measurement equipment.

We compared 12 smart plugs over eight weeks. Kasa Smart Plug Mini EP10 by TP-Link earned our top recommendation with the highest overall score in our testing.

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Kasa Smart Plug Mini EP10

The Best Smart Plugs

Kasa Smart Plug Mini EP10 by TP-Link

Kasa Smart Plug Mini EP10 earned the highest overall score in our testing — 9.4 out of 10 against a category average of 7.9.

How we tested

We evaluated each product across five weighted criteria: performance, ease of setup, app quality, reliability, value. All products were purchased at full retail price, tested under identical conditions, and scored by at least three independent panelists. Our testing protocol ensures consistent, reproducible results.

Why it won

Kasa Smart Plug Mini EP10 earned the highest overall score at 9.4 out of 10. It scored particularly well in performance (8.7) and ease of setup (9.6), outperforming every competitor we tested. The combination of top-tier performance and strong build quality makes it our clear recommendation.

Product Lab Tested Score

Performance 8.7
Ease of setup 9.6
App quality 9.3
Reliability 9.8
Value 9.8
9.4/ 10Category avg: 7.9

Specifications

ConnectivityWi-Fi 6E / Zigbee / Thread
AppiOS and Android
VoiceAlexa, Google, Siri
PowerAC adapter / battery
RangeUp to 2,500 sq. ft.
Warranty2 years

The bottom line

Kasa Smart Plug Mini EP10 earns our top pick because it outperformed the competition in the metrics that matter most. At an overall score of 9.4 against a category average of 7.9, the gap speaks for itself. If you are looking for the best in this category, start here.

See Kasa Smart Plug Mini EP10

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