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Every smart home reaches a crossroads when deciding on a small yet crucial device: smart plugs or smart wall outlets. Let's get the obvious distinction out of the way — smart plugs are easy to set up, ...

Our team tests, rates, and reviews more than 1,500 products each year to help you make better buying decisions and get more from technology. The Monoprice Stitch Outdoor is an affordable, weatherproof ...

The Meross WiFi Dual Smart Outlet lets you connect two accessories into the same plug and control them separately through HomeKit, while also being cheaper than buying two smart plugs individually. At ...

This product is identical to the Enbrighten 2-outlet plug, but it runs half the price (when you buy a two-pack). The only real difference—aside from packaging—is the price. At press time, the ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Kathryn Rath Kathryn Rath is a writer covering audio, video, and smart-home ...

John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...

John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...