Tapo Matter Smart Plugs: Mini, Outdoor, Strip and In-Wall Picks

Best for
Simple on-off control for lights and fans

The TP-Link Tapo Matter Supported Smart Plug Mini, model P125M, comes as a 3-pack. It is rated for 15A and 1800W and designed to be compact so it does not block the second outlet on a wall plate. Setup uses Bluetooth onboarding, and the plug works with Siri, Alexa, Google Assistant and Samsung SmartThings. It is UL certified with a flame retardant design and carries a 2-year limited warranty.

The listing leans on Matter’s benefits: it works across certified platforms, and Matter devices on your local network keep working when your internet drops. Advanced scheduling and timers let you set lamps, fans and holiday lights to run on your routine. Note that it is 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi only, and the listing does not mention energy monitoring. This is the pick for simple automation, such as having your RGB light strip and desk lamp come on when you sit down to play. For power tracking, step up to the P110M.

• 3-pack, 15A/1800W, compact footprint
• Matter with local LAN control
• Bluetooth onboarding, schedules and timers
• UL certified, 2-year limited warranty

Best for
Clean, permanent wall install

Best for
Tracking power draw of a gaming PC

The Tapo Smart Plug P110M, sold here as a 4-pack, adds energy monitoring. The listing describes in-depth statistics and visuals for power use, bill estimates for single and periodic readings, and scheduling to run high-consumption devices during off-peak hours. It is rated 15A and 1800W and is Matter-certified for Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home and SmartThings.

It also lists automatic cut-off when power exceeds user-set thresholds or durations, which helps prevent overcharging and protects devices from overcurrent. For gamers, this is the one to put behind a gaming PC or console to see what your setup actually draws during a long session and in standby. It suits anyone curious about power costs or wanting smarter protection. It gives way to the power strip if you need to monitor many devices individually from one spot.

• 4-pack, 15A/1800W
• Energy monitoring with bill estimates
• Threshold-based auto cut-off

Best for
Patio lights and outdoor gear

The Tapo Matter Outdoor Smart Plug P400M has two independently controlled outlets, each with its own schedule. It is IP65 weather resistant and rated to work from -4 to 122 °F, handling rain, snow and dust. Dual antennas give a claimed range of up to 300 feet in an open field and 164 feet through three concrete walls, useful when your router sits deep inside the house.

It mounts securely to a wall outlet with an included screw and stabilizing post. Control works through the Tapo app, Alexa, Siri or Google Assistant, and you can group devices into scenes. The listing does not mention energy monitoring. This suits patio lights, a backyard projector setup or holiday decorations. It gives way to the P430M if you want to dim lights rather than just switch them.

• 2 independent outlets
• IP65, -4 to 122 °F
• Up to 300 ft open-field range

Best for
Full desk setups with many devices

The Tapo Smart Wi-Fi Power Strip P316M is the one for a full battlestation. It has six individually controlled smart AC outlets plus three always-on USB ports at 5V 2.4A, for nine devices total, with surge protection. Each AC outlet has its own energy monitoring, so you can see what the PC, monitors, speakers and lights each draw.

A flush-fitting plug and a cord of about 3 feet (37 inches in the description) help it tuck behind furniture. It supports local LAN control through the Tapo app during internet outages, overcharge prevention and voice control via Siri, Alexa, Bixby or Google Assistant. It weighs 1.4 pounds and carries a 15A maximum. This is the pick for anyone who wants one device to switch off an entire setup at night. The USB ports are always on, so they will not follow your schedules.

• 6 smart AC outlets plus 3 USB ports
• Per-outlet energy monitoring
• Surge protection, flush plug, LAN control

The Tapo Smart Plug P210M is an in-wall outlet that replaces a standard receptacle, giving you two smart outlets you can control independently or together. It requires neutral wiring and 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi for setup, so it is an electrical install rather than a plug-in. Matter certification brings it into Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home and SmartThings.

It tracks energy for connected devices, such as TVs and space heaters, and estimates electricity costs. It adds overcharge prevention, local control when the internet is down, and a design meant to prevent relay contact welding, which the listing calls a common cause of smart plug failure. It is ETL certified. This suits a clean home theater or gaming room wall where you do not want plugs sticking out. Pair it with a Tapo smart switch for lighting control in the same room.

• Two independent smart outlets in the wall
• Energy monitoring and cost estimates
• Requires neutral wire, ETL certified

Best for
Dimming outdoor string lights

The Tapo Outdoor Smart Dimmer Plug P430M is built for dimming outdoor LED or CFL dimmable lights from the app. It shares the P400M’s IP65 rating and -4 to 122 °F range, with weather-sealed gaskets, an outdoor cord and protective coatings. The listing gives a 150 watt rating and a single outlet.

It includes energy monitoring, schedules, group control with other Tapo devices, and safety shut-offs for overloads and high temperatures. It works with Siri, Alexa, Bixby and Google Assistant. This suits anyone who wants string lights or a patio for watch parties set to a comfortable glow. Check that your lights are dimmable and within 150 watts.