KMC Smart Plug Mini
Score: 74/100
Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug (KP401) provides weather-proof, dual-outlet control with a long 300 ft Wi-Fi range, making it ideal for garden lights, pumps and other outdoor devices. Its limitations include a 2.4 GHz-only connection, the need to cap unused sockets, and a relatively large size. It is best suited for homeowners who need reliable, voice-controlled outdoor power management.
The KMC Smart Plug Mini delivers a reliable, hub-free smart-plug experience with a lifetime warranty and robust safety certifications, supporting up to 1875 W of load. Its main compromises are a bulky design that blocks neighboring sockets and the absence of energy-monitoring features. It is best suited for beginners and families who value a simple, long-lasting solution over ultra-compact size.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,875 Wbest | 1,875 Wbest | |
125 Vbest | 125 Vbest | |
15 Abest | 15 Abest | |
— | 2 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 290 gbest |
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| Attribute | | |
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Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 2.4 GHz | 802.11b/g/n |
General(2) | ||
Warranty (years) (years) | lifetime years | 2 years |
Certifications | UL, ETL | FCC, ETL, IC, RoHS, IP64 |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Device Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 2.24×2.09×5.35 inches mm | 124.6×60.5×58.2 mm mm |
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Professional reviewers view the KMC Smart Plug Mini as a solid entry-level device with a very easy app-based setup, reliable Alexa/Google voice control, and strong safety certifications. They commend the lifetime warranty and no-hub design, but consistently point out the plug's bulk and its tendency to block an adjacent outlet, making it less suitable for dense outlet arrangements.
Everyday users love how quickly the plug can be added to the KMC app and how it lets them control lights and appliances from anywhere, including via voice assistants. Common praise centers on remote access, family sharing, and the ability to create schedules. Recurring complaints focus on Wi-Fi pairing quirks, confusing LED indicators, and the physical size that blocks neighboring sockets.
Professional reviewers commend the KP400 for its exceptional 300 ft Wi-Fi range, robust IP64 protection, and dual-outlet independent control, emphasizing its suitability for outdoor lighting and pump automation. They also note the fire-retardant housing and ETL safety certification as strong safety credentials, while calling out the bulkier size and 2.4 GHz-only limitation as minor drawbacks.
Consumers repeatedly praise the plug's reliable app control, seamless Alexa voice integration, and durable weatherproof design that holds up in rain. Common themes include appreciation for the long Wi-Fi range and dual outlets, balanced by complaints about occasional connectivity drops, iOS setup hiccups, and the requirement to cap unused sockets.
“"Simple 1-2 minute app setup by scanning a QR code and connecting to a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network."”
“"Bulkier than true "mini" plugs, making it less suitable for tight outlet spaces."”
“"Reliable app/remote control from anywhere" - Customer review”
