TP-Link Kasa Smart Plug Mini 15A with Energy Monitoring
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What is the TP-Link Kasa Smart Plug Mini 15A with Energy Monitoring?
The Kasa Smart Plug Mini monitors real-time energy consumption at the outlet level while enabling voice and app control through Alexa and Google Home without requiring a separate hub. Its compact design plugs into one outlet without blocking the adjacent socket, and the Kasa app provides scheduling, countdown timers, and away mode to simulate occupancy. Energy monitoring data helps identify electricity-hungry appliances and reduce utility bills.
What are the pros?
- Compact size does not block adjacent outlet
- Energy monitoring reveals hidden electricity costs
- No hub required for Wi-Fi direct connection
What are the cons?
- 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only; does not support 5GHz networks
- App can occasionally lose connection and require re-pairing