Amazon Basics Smart Plug, Works with Alexa Only, Voice Control, Remote APP Control, Schedule, Compact Design, Versatile, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, No Hub Required, 4-Pack, White

This is my review of Amazon’s Smart Plugs (2 pack) I have been using “smart” devices for a long time, and still remember all the hoops you had to jump through to get them to work properly. These plugs, only work with Alexa devices, and are as close to plug-and-play as it gets. When I ordered them, I had the option to set them up before they were delivered. I did, and when I received them and plugged them in, they were ready to go. One of the plugs, I use with a lamp that I turn on/off with voice commands, and the other, I use with a routine I wrote that turns on lights 1/2 hour before sundown, and turns them off 1/2 hour after sunrise. They work with a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, and although you might have a newer wireless router, most allow use at this setting. In addition, they are controlled though the Alexa app, and no other software or hubs are required. After several months, they are working without any problems. Good reliable plugs, that are easy set up. I plan on picking up a few more.

Great product. Works great in my son’s room now he can turn his light on with ease.

I have an Alexa and I have been using the "off-brand" smart plugs that you can get off Amazon. Honestly, those worked great in the beginning, but every time I moved or sometimes randomly if they get disconnected, it's a pain to re-connect or sometimes they just simply fail. They'll timeout while searching for the device and I've had to repeat that like 30-50 times before I lost my patience and rage-ordered this "authentic" item. I ordered with skepticism to be honest, because I figured it would be similar. But immediately, the plugs connected SO quickly and so easily that my mind was blown away. But wait there's more - my plugs got disconnected during a power outage a couple of times. One of the plugs just automatically found its connection again and was working great with Alexa devices; the other one just needed to go through the set up stage again and reconnected within seconds. Why didn't I just get this years ago? If you have Alexa/Echo devices and connect your plugs to make your house voice-controlled I highly recommend these smart plugs!! I don't think I'll ever go back to other brands again.

Clumsy setup, took multiple tries then had to manually input my wifi network info in. But once they each connected, the process was perfect, working by voice command with my echo devices and Alexa app. My previous smart plugs made a clicking sound when they turned on and off and these are completely silent. Great value for 4 plugs. In case anyone else is having setup issues, when my network didn't show up in the list I choose Manual>WAN>then input the name and password, then it all fell into place.

I bought the basic Amazon Smart Plug to automate a few lamps around my house, and I’ve been pleasantly surprised by how easy it was to set up and use. From the moment I plugged it in, the Alexa app detected it instantly and walked me through a quick setup that took less than a minute. The plug responds immediately to voice commands, routines, and schedules. I love being able to say, “Alexa, turn on the lamp,” especially when my hands are full or I’m walking into a dark room. It also works great for automating holiday lights and my coffee maker in the mornings. The design is compact enough that it doesn’t crowd the second outlet, and it’s been totally reliable—no random disconnects or glitches. If you already have Alexa devices, this plug integrates seamlessly. Overall, this is a simple but incredibly useful smart home upgrade. Highly recommended for anyone looking to dip their toes into smart home devices without spending a lot or dealing with complicated setups.

Easy to set up, works well with Alexa app, love being able to control them from my phone.

So simple to install compared to off brand Alexa outlets. Reliable but more expensive but it’s worth it

Needed a smart plug to connect to Alexa. I personally feel the regular Amazon smart plug is over priced when selling at the $25 normal price so opted for this Amazon Basics as a first time buyer. Well the first one I received was totally dead. No lights on at all when plugged in and could not even get the manual switch on the side to work. Completed the return process and the second one arrived and connected very easily. It seems to be fully compatable with Alexa. It is working well so far and connected and has stayed connected for over a week. Added the plug to a routine and works just as well as the more expensive plug with one slight annoyance. You can see it across the room when that basics plug is active and on with a huge green LED lit up on the front of it. I prefer the less in your face small blue light of the standard Amazon plug. I guess if the outlet was out of site it wouldn't be an issue but it is in full view where I needed to plug it in.

Great plug! I know it is “basic” and “simple” but the set up was a breeze, and the basic design made it easy to use and figure out and revived my ottlamp that wouldn’t turn on after the external switch broke. Yay! 😁

Lo utilicé para hacer una lampara “inteligente” y funcionó con mi echo spot de alexa.

Buen producto. Cumple muy bien sus funciones, también es muy fácil su instalación.

This thing is awesome. I've found a few uses so far like turning the Christmas lights on and off but it's also great for managing lights in the bedroom at night. I plug all our light emitting electronics into it and the have an automatic shut down at night so the lights don't disrupt our sleep. Highly recommend for an easier sleep without having to remember everything.

I bought 3 of these smart plugs for my Christmas lights. They were easy to set up with Alexa, you can rename the plugs to whatever you want or keep them as is. No more struggling to get behind the Christmas tree to turn the lights on and off everyday. You can simply say the command, “Alexa turn on first plug”, or you can schedule them to turn on and off at specific times using the Alexa Home app. Now that the Christmas decor is down I am excited to find a place to repurpose these plugs in my home.