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Kasa KP115 smart plug installed in a standard wall outlet.

Smart Home · Smart Plugs

Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Plug Slim KP115

A compact smart plug that adds app control, schedules, voice control, and energy monitoring to a standard outlet.

Best forPeople who want to automate a lamp or small appliance and understand its power use.
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The Better Pick Score

82/100A useful single-outlet pick when energy insight matters more than Matter or Apple Home support.

82/100
Setup
8/10
Compatibility
8/10
Automation & Features
8/10
Everyday Utility
9/10
Ongoing Requirements
8/10

Pros

  • Real-time and historical energy data can reveal how much a connected appliance actually runs.
  • Schedules and remote control cover the core automation jobs without a separate hub.
  • Alexa, Google Assistant, and SmartThings support gives it broader voice-platform reach than an ecosystem-locked plug.

Cons

  • It connects only to 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks.
  • Connected devices must remain within the plug’s documented electrical limits.

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Key features

  • Real-time and historical energy monitoring in the Kasa app
  • Schedules, timers, and remote on/off control
  • Works with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Samsung SmartThings
  • 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi connectivity without a separate hub
  • Maximum load of 15 A or 1.8 kW at 120 V
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Editorial guidance

Why we like it

Energy monitoring makes this more informative than a basic on-off smart plug, while the slim format keeps setup simple.

Who should choose it

Someone automating one appliance who specifically wants energy insight, not just remote on and off.

How it compares

Choose KP115 over a basic Wi-Fi plug for energy monitoring; choose a Matter model when Apple Home or cross-platform local control is the priority.

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