Most smart plugs and their app-based controls are designed for indoor use. For outdoor smart plugs, you need to find a specialized model — which is where our hours of testing at CNET come in handy.

Close up of a TP-Link Kasa smart plug with a power cord plugged in. - Smith Collection/gado/Getty Images As far as smart and connected devices go, smart plugs are relatively simple. At their most ...

While they may not be as exciting as robot vacuums or smart speakers, smart plugs are a great addition to any smart home. These nifty devices allow you to remotely control anything connected to them, ...

Amazon's Smart Plug has dropped to $12.99, making it an affordable way to turn ordinary household devices into Alexa-controlled smart home gadgets.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. For convenience, security, and energy savings, it seems like there's a smart version of just about anything that uses electricity, from coffee ...

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We chose the Kasa Smart Plug 4-Pack as the best overall because of its compatibility, energy monitoring, and overall quality and price point. Better Homes and Gardens / Kevin Liang Turning your house ...

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