Leviton Decora Smart Plug-in Outlet
Score: 80/100
Linkind Matter Smart Plug
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Leviton Decora Smart Plug-in (DZPA1-2BW) is a Z-Wave Plus plug-in offering high-capacity control up to 1800 W and built-in surge protection. Its main trade-off is the mandatory hub requirement and lack of dimming or outdoor rating. Best suited for homeowners with an existing Z-Wave hub who need reliable control of high-power indoor devices.
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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,800 Wbest | 1,800 Wbest | |
120 Vbest | — | |
15 Abest | 15 Abest | |
5 yearsbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 91 gbest |
Click an attribute name to sort · Green = best, red = worst (relative to this comparison)
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
General(1) | ||
Certifications | UL Listed, CSA Certified, NOM, FCC Part 15 Class B, Z-Wave Certified | FCC, fire-resistant materials |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Device Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 50.8×76.2×55.9 mm mm | 82 mm (L) mm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers and product listings position the DZPA1-2BW as a robust, high-capacity Z-Wave plug-in ideal for users already invested in Z-Wave ecosystems. They commend its load versatility, fast Z-Wave Plus communication, and surge protection, while noting the necessity of a hub and the absence of dimming as trade-offs.
No direct user reviews were found in the sources; product pages describe typical applications such as lamps, fans, and holiday lights and note that the hub requirement may frustrate users without a Z-Wave hub.
“"standard Matter-enabled smart plug" - 9to5Mac”
“"Incredible value" - 9to5Mac”
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.
