Smart plugs rank among the simplest and most adaptable gadgets for beginners building a smart home setup or for those adding coverage to additional spaces. Beyond basic light switching, they manage compact devices like portable heaters and circulating fans.
Available at a 35% reduction during Cyber Monday, the pair of Kasa Smart KP125M outlets—priced at $22.74 via Amazon—carries Matter certification, ensuring seamless integration with leading platforms such as Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings, and others. Users can operate them through devices like Echo speakers, HomePod, Nest hubs, and various smart screens from different manufacturers.
Complementing voice activation and its onboard button, this device for indoor environments supports timed operations configurable through the TP-Link Kasa Smart or Tapo mobile applications. It also features an 'away' function that randomly activates and deactivates connected lights during designated periods to simulate presence in an empty residence.
Setting it apart from similar products, the Kasa Smart KP125M offers power usage tracking to monitor the consumption of attached appliances over periods. Capable of supporting up to 15 amps and 1,800 watts, it suits a range of household needs.
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