Kasa Smart Plug KP200, In-Wall Smart Home Wi-Fi Outlet Works with Alexa, Google Home & IFTTT, No Hub Required, Remote Control, ETL Certified , White, 1 Pack

I installed more than 10 of this switch in my house. Over the 2 yrs, No issues and work perfectly with Alexa

I have about eight of these (plus an outlet) throughout my home and theyre AWESOME! I had to replace my modem router and I just couldnt get my previous smart switches to pair (BIG name brand, MUCH BIGGER cost, pain in the a$$ to pair even initially - I actually hated them from go). The Kasa switches are an EXCELLENT value, SUPER EASY to pair (almost do it themselves) and integrate with Alexa (pretty much by themselves). Theyre feature-rich which includes a function to set the dimming limits/capabilities of your particular LEDs, and even include an option to turn off the lighted circle on the switch (great if locating in a bedroom). (My previous MUCH BIGGER COST smart switches didnt have this option - I had to place tape over the stupid light on the switch). I dont review many products. I felt compelled to rate the Kasa smart switches (and outlet). Id give them 10 stars if I could!

I recently installed a few WeMo switches so I could test them out, but found they werent well designed and I wasnt particularly happy with them. So I started searching around for a new smart switch (Dimmer), and ran across the Kasa switches. I went ahead and purchased one to test it out. Installation: 5 stars, super easy and much better in my opinion than the WeMo switches. Main wires screw onto to the switch plate, and a couple of wires run off to attach with nuts. WeMo had all wires run off to attach with wire nuts which resulted in large amounts of wire and clutter behind the switches making them much harder to work with. Application: 5 stars, switch was immediately recognized and I had no problems with the application. Unlike the WeMo switches where I had several that had significant problems connecting, and they constantly disconnect. The Kasa switch has had a couple of times where the physical switch didnt work for a short period of time, but the app has always worked even when the switch didnt, and then the following day the physical switch would again work. Not sure if that is the result of a bad switch or if something else is going on, but ultimately it is a relatively minor issue as I can always use the application to turn the lights on or off if needed. Wireless: again the setup and connection were easy, and I havent had any problems with the switch staying connected to my network and always being accessible via the application. I have loads of problems with this on the WeMo switches. Design: The design is much more well thought out from the wiring to even the physical function of the Switch than the WeMo version. WeMo uses a capacitive touch plate that runs the entire length of the switch. This results in the dimmer level constantly being change, turned off, etc... whenever you turn the light switch on or off because almost the entire switch is capacitive touch. Kasa on the other hand has their dimmer buttons at the very top of the switch so they are never in the way but are very easy to access. Quality: Quality seems to be on par with the WeMo, but the design decisions were clearly well thought out. If feels like someone actually tested the Kasa Switch, while it feels like no one actually ever tested the WeMo switch design of they would have easily seen and addressed several of the blatant issues it has. Note: there is one oddity with the Kasa switch, you may consider it a good or bad thing, but when turning the switch on/off there is a slightly delay (maybe 1-2 seconds). It caught me off guard at first and made me think the switch wasnt working properly. Im still on the fence on whether this is a good thing or not, I think I prefer the instant switching action, but I can see why some people might prefer the delay and once you realize it is there it is honestly not a major issue. The Kasa Dimmer switch isnt perfect, there are a few oddities to it, but it generally functions well, it seems to be far more well thought out than the WeMo switches and is significantly more reliable as a Smart switch. If you are trying to decide between Kasa and WeMo, dont wait, go with the Kasa switches, they are significantly better in almost every way than my WeMo Switches have been. At some point I will be replacing the rest of my switches with the Kasa Switches and removing WeMo entirely from my house as they just have way too many problems with them.

The whole reason I got this was because I was looking at outlets and switches at home depot and realized that they were pretty expensive for a conventional unit. For about the same price you get a high quality clean looking and function packed switch. The only thing I wish this switch had was a bit more configurability on the app. Like an advanced Config for possibly three click/hold time fuctions and fade ramp. But honestly I still think its a great deal and is one of those quality of life items

I love this smart switch. In general, I really like the Kasa wifi series smart home stuff. Their outlets are excellent, and this switch is too. I love that there is no hub required, and they simply work. I hate when Alexa starts acting like garbage, or cant connect to the internet, and everything relying on the Alexa hub stops function. ALL the Kasa stuff will still work as expected via the Kasa app. While the connectivity and smart functions are awesome, I also really like the feeling of the buttons on the switch. This replaced a Leviton smart switch that I hated. The buttons were stiff, and hard to press, and it required a z-wave hub (despite claiming Alexa compatibility on the box). The Kasa switch buttons are soft touch, and responsive the way it should be.

I have multiple standard Kasa smart switches in my home and decided to give the dimmer switch a try. Based on the other installs I figured this would be easy. However, the switch box is much larger than the standard switch to the point where it’s difficult to install in a crowded electrical box. I had a very difficult time cramming this into the electrical box because of the size. I’m not sure why it needs to be so much bulkier compared to the other switch. Besides from that, once I was able to complete the install, the switch works great. Unless you’re specifically looking for dimming capabilities, I would just stick to the standard Kasa smart switch.

Happy I saved a couple of $ purchasing a used one all good. The box was damages as described, but the screws and wire nuts were missing. Not a big deal because I just re used the screws from the existing switch and the existing wires already were nutted. I like saving a little dough :) I just was not expecting to have missing parts so 4 star instead of 5.

I have over 50 smart WiFi devices connected to a Google Mesh home network. The 20+ TP-Link smart devices in the network perform without a technical hitch and are reliable. The Kasa/TP-Link (KP200) WiFi two-outlet, in-wall receptacle is no exception. IF it is installed properly (see below), the KP200 works well and is easy to install (neutral white wire required!!). WARNING FOR AMATEUR ELECTRICIANS (like me): I am NOT an electrician, however, Ive personally replaced most of the wall switches and receptacles in my home without a single issue. I have also replaced ceiling fans, light fixtures and bathroom exhaust fans -- also without any issues. So, I was very confident installing he KP200 would be another cakewalk. However, this time I got in a little over my head installing the KP200, and it required an EXPENSIVE visit by a licensed electrician to make things right again. I learned, here in Arizona (and probably other states too), the safety code requires ANY WALL RECEPTACLE (outlet) within 15 feet of running water (such as kitchen sink or bathroom sink/tub/shower) must be a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). This is also sometimes called a GFI outlet. My open concept kitchen area has eight wall receptacles (all with NO GFCI markings or the usual GFI test/reset buttons); therefore, I did not know they were GFCI. About 14 feet from my kitchen sink is a pantry -- which is far enough away from the kitchen sink not to worry about water splashing. The pantry has two above-counter wall receptacles (which I later learned are UNMARKED GFCI receptacles). So, when I replaced one of the UNMARKED GFCI outlets with the KP200, everything went to hell in a handbasket. The KP200 would not work properly, AND the other seven kitchen outlets were inoperable as well. In short (pun intended), the electrician said the KP200 is NOT a GFCI unit, and replacing the GFCI with the KP200 -- not only violated the states electrical code, but it was also created a substantial safety hazard by breaking the chain of protection provided by the eight outlets connected to the unmarked GFCI circuit. (Once I went to the outside electrical panel, it was visually obvious some of the breakers were GFCI, but inside the home, nothing indicates their GFCI status). Although the electrician has an excellent reputation for quality work, he is VERY OLD SCHOOL. As such, there are TWO THINGS he absolutely HATES: (1) ALL home automation smart devices (dont even mention the word - Alexa to him); (2) ANY weekend-warrior homeowner who is not a licensed electrician and does his own electrical work. That said, I not only received a very stern verbal admonishment regarding electrical safety, I also received an invoice for $150. (I think some of the $150 was punitive.) Expensive lesson learn. So, BEFORE you swap-out your old electrical outlet for a TP-LINK KP200, be CERTAIN it is NOT an UNMARKED CFCI receptacle. By the way, the next day, I installed the KP200 in a bedroom, and it works as expected! It is an excellent and reliable name-brand product! ONE LAST CAVEAT: I only purchase smart devices made by large, well-established technology companies, such as TP-Link. Why? Most Internet of Things (IOT) smart devices COMMUNICATE to the world outside your home in order to function. That means IOT devices are potentially the WEAKEST LINK in your home Internet/network security. In other words, you need to purchase IOT devices from companies that have the financial resources and technical expertise to update BOTH the firmware and software of their products -- as the product ages. This updating helps defend your home network against hackers who exploit cheap, no-name IOT device to gain access to the rest of your home network, computers, smartphones, tablets, and etc. I hope this helps.

First of all, let me say how much I like the Kasa light switches over the Wemo brand. I had Wemo for a number of years, but lately, they have been very flaky when it came to automatic turning on and off; apparently there were issues with connectivity to their corporate servers. That has not been the case with the new Kasa switches. Im almost in love with the Kasa switches, but not quite. With the Dimmer switch, I am noticing a second or two delay from when the switch is turned on and when the light bulb actually turns on. This is not a function of the light bulb, as the same bulb turned on instantly when using regular (non-dimmer) switches from Kasa (HS103 and HS200). I have not found a solution for this issue. Due to this issue, I knocked off a star from my review. I also found a slight issue with the installation compared to the HS200 Smart Switch. Unlike the HS200 Smart Switch, the HS220 Smart Dimmer Switch does require the need to identify the source and load sides of the switched line (both will be black inside the wall). The first time I installed one of these HS220 switches, I did not realize that, and the switch would not operate; when I reversed the connections, everything worked as expected. I did not have to worry about source vs load with the HS200; I am not sure why Kasa would not have the same circuitry in both to make it simpler to install the HS220. Also, I am not a fan of the status LED being off when the lights are on, and on when the lights are off. In the bedroom, I need total darkness; the status LED is bright enough to keep me awake. I have subsequently turned off the status LED, so it is no longer illuminating at any time. However, this is problematic for hidden lights, such as outdoor or closet lights. For these, I would love to see the ability to set the status LED to on when the light is on, as it would be nice to see the status LED indicate the actual status of those lights, without having to apply reverse logic (i.e., on is off, off is on). In this, Wemo got it right (LED on when light is on, LED off when light is off). Kasa got it partially right in having the ability to disable the LED. Overall, these are very good switches, and I would highly recommend them over the Wemo brand at this point in time. I now have a mix of HS103 (Smart Plugs), HS200 (Smart Switches - Single Pole), and now HS220 (Smart Dimmer Switches - Single Pole). They are very reliable! The Kasa app works very well. I also like how the switches can be controlled using Google Home (I do not use Alexa or Siri), as my Android phone has Google Home installed on it. Simply put, it just works. That is the reason I bought these switches.

Transform your home into a futuristic, connected haven with the Kasa Smart Plug KP200, an in-wall smart home Wi-Fi outlet that works with Alexa, Google Home, and IFTTT, without the need for a hub. This ETL certified smart outlet allows you to remotely control your devices, making your life more convenient and energy-efficient. Lets dive into the wall-wonder that is the Kasa Smart Plug KP200. Pros: Voice-activated versatility: Compatible with both Alexa and Google Home, the Kasa Smart Plug KP200 allows you to control your devices with just the sound of your voice. IFTTT integration: Connect your smart outlet with other devices and services through IFTTT, creating custom automation and enhancing your smart home experience. Remote control: Use the Kasa app to control your devices from anywhere, ensuring you never have to worry about leaving appliances on when youre not at home. Energy-efficient: Monitor your energy consumption and control the usage of power-hungry devices, helping you save on your electricity bill and reduce your carbon footprint. Easy installation: The Kasa Smart Plug KP200 is designed for easy installation, with no hub required, making it a simple and hassle-free addition to your home. Cons: Single pack limitation: While the Kasa Smart Plug KP200 offers a host of benefits, it is only available as a single pack. For users looking to outfit multiple rooms or devices, multiple purchases would be necessary. In conclusion, the Kasa Smart Plug KP200 is a wall-wonder that brings futuristic, connected convenience to your home. With voice-activated versatility, IFTTT integration, remote control capabilities, and energy-efficient features, this in-wall Wi-Fi outlet is an essential addition to any smart home setup. Upgrade your living space with the Kasa Smart Plug KP200 and experience a truly connected home!