merossSmart Plug with Energy Monitor Wi-Fi Outlet Work with Alexa Echo, Google Home, Smart Socket No Hub Required 13A (4-Pack)

The Meross outdoor smart plug is an ideal way to add smart switches to control outdoor electrical devices like garden lights. On the box it says IP64 waterproof which means it’s “protected from water spray from any direction”.Not only does it support Amazon Alexa and Google Voice Assistant it also supports Apple HomeKit and no additional hub is required. Set up was very easy. Simply open the Home app on your iPhone scan the QR code on the back of the switch and within a minute it was ready to use. I named mine Meross Outdoor and can say “Hey Siri turn on all Meross Outdoor” and both switches come on or to control single switch “Hey Siri turn on Meross Outdoor Outlet 2”. As it in Home app I can also control it from my Apple Watch. What I like about Apple Home is the simple way I can incorporate the switch into an automation to turn outdoor lights on at sunset.I would also recommend to download and install the Meross app as this can be used for firmware updates, adding was also simple as the Meross app picked up the smart outdoor plug was already on my network, this then let me check for to see if there was a firmware update.I also added the Meross Skill from the Alexa app signed into my Meross account to link it and Alexa control was also in place. So I now have Siri control or Alexa. The unit itself feels very solid and well made and when powered off and moved connected back to my network very quickly. The socket caps are spring loaded so simply close back up and stay tightly shut when not in use. The cable is quite short as stated but no problem as I already have an outdoor wall socket so this just plugged in and there are screw holes on the back so next job will be to wall mount it and connect up some garden lights. I had no issues with Wi-Fi signal when outside as the socket seems to have a very good range and is also very fast to respond turn on and off with no noticeable delay.Overall great item, simple to setup and compatible with all the main home automation systems, a great addition to any smart home.

Straight out of the box the unit failed to connect using an iPhone. The second attempt gave a message requiring the unit to be reset. The third attempt after following the printed manual for a reset worked just fine. The device then immediately appeared in the Apple Home app and seems to work as expected. I like the fact the two individual sockets are independently programable.Please note you will need an existing weather proof outdoor socket to plug this into as the lead is too short to reach an indoor socket.Out of curiosity I downloaded the Meross app and was dismayed to find it won't do anything until you give the developers your email address as a registration request. From this you can assume they will grab as much data as they can about anything else they have access to. Not that this particularly matters as the Meross app is not required at all as the Apple Home app works just fine.

After conducting thorough research on these products, I made the decision to purchase this particular brand. From the outset, I have not been disappointed. The setup process was remarkably straightforward. I followed the instructions, which were easily comprehensible. The devices connected to the internet effortlessly, and I have only had them for a few days, yet they have been functioning flawlessly. I particularly appreciate the seamless integration with Alexa, which allows me to conveniently control the lights. Additionally, I have been utilising the accompanying app, which has proven to be highly effective. Currently, I am utilising two of the plugs, and I am actively seeking alternative options for the remaining two at a reasonable price. Considering the quality of the product and the exceptional value for money, I believe these devices are highly satisfactory. I paid approximately £30 for them, and the delivery was exceptionally fast. I ordered dinner at a specific time and received the devices by about 8:00 PM on the same day. I would undoubtedly recommend this company again, as the product has exceeded my expectations.