Oh dear, not smart enough. It is a plug, you ask Alexa to switch it on, or to switch off. It does nothing else. I had hoped you could ask Alexa to turn in on for a number of hours, then it will automatically switch off (for our clothes drier), but that sort of option does not appear available. I have spent a couple of hours playing with the Alexa app to see if it is my misunderstanding, but sadly not, it switches on or off at that time. I may as well just flick the switch! The only benefit I can see is you could switch off the plug remotely.
Unless it improves dramatically in terms of functionality, it is not an effective addition to a smart home and certainly not worth the asking price if you are capable of reaching and flicking a switch.
Update to review
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Revisions within the app have led to some progress. I have been able to put together a routine that allows me to tell Alex to turn on the plug for an hour, then turn the plug off. Alexa will say in confirmation that the routine is running. This would be neat if I could put together one routine that asked for the number of hours, but that is not possible, so the only (messy) solution would be to put together 24 seperate routines, one for each hour in a 24hr period. This does not take into account half hours! 24 routines is ridiculous, as is the number I have actually created, which is 12.
What is required is the ability, inbuilt within Alexa to say:
"Alexa, turn on the plug for X hours".
"Alexa, turn on the plug at 3pm and off at 4pm".
"Alexa, turn off the plug in X hours".
Features like this would be useful.
I have upped my review from 1 to 3 stars because there has been progress, but not enough progress for this plug to be called "smart" by any definition I would like to apply. I have attached a screen shot of the routine for one hour.
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Amazon Smart Plug lets you voice-control your lights, coffee machines, fans and more. All you need is an Alexa-enabled device like Echo, Fire TV, Fire tablet, Sonos One, or even just the Alexa App on your phone.
And with multiple Amazon Smart Plugs, you can control multiple electrical sockets.
Use the Alexa App to create routines for your Amazon Smart Plug that make life easier—all you have to do is ask. For example, you can create a morning routine that turns on lights and your coffee machine with a single request.
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Technical Details
Amazon Smart Plug
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Size |
96.2 x 56 x 63 mm |
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Weight |
162 grams Actual size and weight may vary by manufacturing process |
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Electrical Ratings |
Input: 240V~, 50Hz |
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Network Speed |
2.4 GHz only, 802.11 b/g/n. Does not support 5 GHz networks or connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) Wi-Fi networks. |
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Use |
For indoor use only. |
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Integrations |
Amazon Smart Plug is optimised for simple setup and exclusive use with Alexa. Amazon Smart Plug does not support other voice assistants or smart hubs. |
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Alexa App |
The Alexa App is compatible with Fire OS, Android and iOS devices. |
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Warranty and Service |
Amazon Smart Plug is sold with a limited warranty of one year provided by the manufacturer. If you are a consumer, the limited warranty is in addition to your consumer rights, and does not jeopardise these rights in any way. This means you may still have additional rights at law even after the limited warranty has expired (for further information on your consumer rights, click here. Use of Amazon Smart Plug is subject to the terms found here. |
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Setup Technology |
Amazon Wi-Fi simple setup enables customers to connect smart devices to their Wi-Fi network in a few easy steps. Wi-Fi simple setup is another way Alexa is always getting smarter. Click here to learn more. |
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Included in the Box |
Amazon Wi-Fi smart plug, Quick Start Guide. |
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Support |
Get help using and troubleshooting common issues with Amazon Smart Plug. |
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Customer reviews
Oh dear, not smart enough. It is a plug, you ask Alexa to switch it on, or to switch off. It does nothing else. I had hoped you could ask Alexa to turn in on for a number of hours, then it will automatically switch off (for our clothes drier), but that sort of option does not appear available. I have spent a couple of hours playing with the Alexa app to see if it is my misunderstanding, but sadly not, it switches on or off at that time. I may as well just flick the switch! The only benefit I can see is you could switch off the plug remotely.Unless it improves dramatically in terms of functionality, it is not an effective addition to a smart home and certainly not worth the asking price if you are capable of reaching and flicking a switch.Update to review===============Revisions within the app have led to some progress. I have been able to put together a routine that allows me to tell Alex to turn on the plug for an hour, then turn the plug off. Alexa will say in confirmation that the routine is running. This would be neat if I could put together one routine that asked for the number of hours, but that is not possible, so the only (messy) solution would be to put together 24 seperate routines, one for each hour in a 24hr period. This does not take into account half hours! 24 routines is ridiculous, as is the number I have actually created, which is 12.What is required is the ability, inbuilt within Alexa to say:"Alexa, turn on the plug for X hours"."Alexa, turn on the plug at 3pm and off at 4pm"."Alexa, turn off the plug in X hours".Features like this would be useful.I have upped my review from 1 to 3 stars because there has been progress, but not enough progress for this plug to be called "smart" by any definition I would like to apply. I have attached a screen shot of the routine for one hour.
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 20 November 2018
Unless it improves dramatically in terms of functionality, it is not an effective addition to a smart home and certainly not worth the asking price if you are capable of reaching and flicking a switch.
Update to review
===============
Revisions within the app have led to some progress. I have been able to put together a routine that allows me to tell Alex to turn on the plug for an hour, then turn the plug off. Alexa will say in confirmation that the routine is running. This would be neat if I could put together one routine that asked for the number of hours, but that is not possible, so the only (messy) solution would be to put together 24 seperate routines, one for each hour in a 24hr period. This does not take into account half hours! 24 routines is ridiculous, as is the number I have actually created, which is 12.
What is required is the ability, inbuilt within Alexa to say:
"Alexa, turn on the plug for X hours".
"Alexa, turn on the plug at 3pm and off at 4pm".
"Alexa, turn off the plug in X hours".
Features like this would be useful.
I have upped my review from 1 to 3 stars because there has been progress, but not enough progress for this plug to be called "smart" by any definition I would like to apply. I have attached a screen shot of the routine for one hour.
I wish it was smart(er).
By S. Howes on 20 November 2018
Oh dear, not smart enough. It is a plug, you ask Alexa to switch it on, or to switch off. It does nothing else. I had hoped you could ask Alexa to turn in on for a number of hours, then it will automatically switch off (for our clothes drier), but that sort of option does not appear available. I have spent a couple of hours playing with the Alexa app to see if it is my misunderstanding, but sadly not, it switches on or off at that time. I may as well just flick the switch! The only benefit I can see is you could switch off the plug remotely.By S. Howes on 20 November 2018
Unless it improves dramatically in terms of functionality, it is not an effective addition to a smart home and certainly not worth the asking price if you are capable of reaching and flicking a switch.
Update to review
===============
Revisions within the app have led to some progress. I have been able to put together a routine that allows me to tell Alex to turn on the plug for an hour, then turn the plug off. Alexa will say in confirmation that the routine is running. This would be neat if I could put together one routine that asked for the number of hours, but that is not possible, so the only (messy) solution would be to put together 24 seperate routines, one for each hour in a 24hr period. This does not take into account half hours! 24 routines is ridiculous, as is the number I have actually created, which is 12.
What is required is the ability, inbuilt within Alexa to say:
"Alexa, turn on the plug for X hours".
"Alexa, turn on the plug at 3pm and off at 4pm".
"Alexa, turn off the plug in X hours".
Features like this would be useful.
I have upped my review from 1 to 3 stars because there has been progress, but not enough progress for this plug to be called "smart" by any definition I would like to apply. I have attached a screen shot of the routine for one hour.
Images in this review
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 28 December 2018
After just 1 day it tripped all electrics in our house and burnt Amazon plug 🔥. A quick look through reviews shows I’m not the only customer - is this a known problem?
Confirmed no fault with tree lights.
Very concerning! Looks like a fire risk to me.
Possible fire risk
By Stephen Fletcher on 28 December 2018
Used to control mini Christmas tree lights - a very small loadBy Stephen Fletcher on 28 December 2018
After just 1 day it tripped all electrics in our house and burnt Amazon plug 🔥. A quick look through reviews shows I’m not the only customer - is this a known problem?
Confirmed no fault with tree lights.
Very concerning! Looks like a fire risk to me.
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 8 December 2018
Unsafe
By Paul on 8 December 2018
Used this for 5 hours on a table lamp electricity tripped plug all burnt very unhappy
By Paul on 8 December 2018
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 6 December 2018
Unsafe, can cause burning!!
By Scotsann on 6 December 2018
Unsafe. Mine has just tripped the whole of my downstairs and there is a nasty burning smell. Plug is black in sections, yet another return back to Amazon. It would be good to know how many of these units are causing electric faults.
By Scotsann on 6 December 2018
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I saw some deals on the "Black Friday event" I decided that it was time to try a couple of Smart Plugs and some Smart bulbs
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 29 November 2018