Most smart plugs and their app-based controls are designed for indoor use. For outdoor smart plugs, you need to find a specialized model — which is where our hours of testing at CNET come in handy. Outdoor smart plugs aren't only made for bad weather and rain — they also have scheduling, remote control and customization options that can take care of your holiday lighting, outdoor electrical features, Halloween decorations and plenty more.
If you're interested in that smart convenience, you'll find our top picks below along what that tricks they can do, from monitoring your energy use to syncing lights with music.
What is the best overall outdoor smart plug?
Kasa outdoor smart plug on colored background TP-Link Kasa / CNET
After reviewing multiple outdoor smart plug models from top brands, we chose the TP-Link Kasa EP40 as the easiest to use at the best price. However, we also included picks for plugs with more sockets, plugs that are better for Apple users and other innovative choices. View our list and check out a few facts to know before you buy.
Best outdoor smart plugs
TP-Link Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug Best overall outdoor smart plug Like Easy installation and use
Built-in Wi-Fi
Independent control of both outlets Don't like Short cord Kasa products are affordable, effective and have a user-friendly app so this lock quickly rose to our top recommendation after we reviewed it. The Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug offers two outlets that can be controlled individually and is rated to operate in temperatures from minus 4 to 122 degrees Fahrenheit. You can choose from voice commands, schedules, timers, scenes or sunrise/sunset modes, as well as an Away feature that randomizes powering outlets on and off. Kasa products work with Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa and at less than $30, it's a reasonably priced smart plug for your outdoor space. $25 at Amazon $23 at Target
Tapo P400M Outdoor Smart Plug Best outdoor smart plug for Apple Like Matter support including Apple
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