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Outdoor Smart Plug, meross Outdoor Wi-Fi Outlet with 3 Independent Sockets Compatible with Apple Homekit, Alexa and SmartThings, Voice & Remote Control, Timer, 2.4 GHz only,Black vs Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 | Wi-Fi, Zigbee & Matter Smart Relay Switch with Dry Contacts, 1-Channel 8A | Home Automation | Alexa, SmartThings, Google Home, Apple HomeKit Compatible | Garage Door Opener

Reddit prefers Outdoor Smart Plug, meross Outdoor Wi-Fi Outlet with 3 Independent Sockets Compatible with Apple Homekit, Alexa and SmartThings, Voice & Remote Control, Timer, 2.4 GHz only,Black — higher sentiment (100% vs 51% positive).

Outdoor Smart Plug, meross Outdoor Wi-Fi Outlet with 3 Independent Sockets Compatible with Apple Homekit, Alexa and SmartThings, Voice & Remote Control, Timer, 2.4 GHz only,Black
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Merross

Outdoor Smart Plug, meross Outdoor Wi-Fi Outlet with 3 Independent Sockets Compatible with Apple Homekit, Alexa and SmartThings, Voice & Remote Control, Timer, 2.4 GHz only,Black

$30.99

100

Pros

  • +Reliable for several years (~5 years)
  • +No issue with cold
  • +Functions in cold (edmonton temperatures)
I have been using a Merross Outdoor Smart Plug for several years (~5 years). It connects to outdoor lights... I've never had an issue with cold or the plug not functioning in cold. Also, I live in Edm
Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 | Wi-Fi, Zigbee & Matter Smart Relay Switch with Dry Contacts, 1-Channel 8A | Home Automation | Alexa, SmartThings, Google Home, Apple HomeKit Compatible | Garage Door Opener
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Shelly

Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 | Wi-Fi, Zigbee & Matter Smart Relay Switch with Dry Contacts, 1-Channel 8A | Home Automation | Alexa, SmartThings, Google Home, Apple HomeKit Compatible | Garage Door Opener

$17.49

51

Pros

  • +Very easy to set up
  • +Allows toggle switch setup

Cons

  • Requires wiring (18/3 wire, putting in fixture base)
There is a VERY easy answer to get that exact switch. Put a Shelly mini in the base of the fixture... I have the same exact setup next to my bed.