Amazon Smart Plug
Score: 72/100
Linkind Matter Smart Plug
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Linkind Matter Smart Plug is a compact, high-power outlet with seamless Matter integration and voice control across major ecosystems. Its main trade-offs are the lack of 5 GHz Wi-Fi, the need for a Matter hub, and no energy-monitoring feature. Ideal for users building a Matter-based smart home who need a reliable, high-load plug for indoor use.
The Amazon Smart Plug is a Wi-Fi plug optimized for Alexa with built-in energy monitoring, offering easy setup and reliable control for small appliances. Its limitation lies in being Alexa-only and occasional Wi-Fi stability issues, making it less ideal for multi-platform homes. Best suited for Alexa-centric users seeking energy insights.
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1,800 Wbest | 1,800 Wbest | |
120 Vbest | — | |
15 Abest | 15 Abest | |
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| ↓ lower better | 86 gbest | 91 g |
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Device Weight (g) | 86 g | 91 g |
Device Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 80x38x57 mm mm | 82 mm (L) mm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the Amazon Smart Plug for its effortless Alexa integration, straightforward no-hub Wi-Fi setup, and useful energy-monitoring features, while noting its limited ecosystem support and slightly bulky form factor as drawbacks.
Everyday users appreciate the quick Alexa app setup, reliable on/off control, and value it adds to routine automation, but they frequently mention the plug's size and occasional Wi-Fi stability issues as pain points.
9to5Mac calls the Linkind Matter Smart Plug a "standard Matter-enabled smart plug" that delivers exactly what users want: a low-cost two-pack with app-free QR-code setup in roughly three minutes, reliable hardware and broad ecosystem compatibility.
Everyday users consistently praise the plug's effortless cross-platform control, rapid QR-code setup into Apple Home, reliable voice and scheduling features, and its compact, safe design.
“"standard Matter-enabled smart plug" - 9to5Mac”
“"Incredible value" - 9to5Mac”
