KMC Smart Plug Duo, 2-Outlet Wi-Fi Smart Plug, 2-Pack, Multi Plug Adapter, Independently Controlled Smart Outlets, Works with Alexa & Google Assistant, No Hub Required

Easy to get up and working through the app. Does work great with app. I can not get Alexa to recognize it.

This device functions well, but does not suit my application. The basic problems are physical. I want to control two LED aquarium lights that are powered with wall warts. The first issue is that there isnt enough space between the sockets for them both to be plugged in. The second issue is that the power block pushes the devices switches and turns them on an off.

This smart plug duo, 2-Outlet wi-fi plug by KMC gives the user 2 independently controlled smart outlets . KMC says that the device will work with Alexa or Google Assistant, requiring no hub. Furthermore, with 2 smart outlets, the user can independently power and control two devices. The manufacturers add that the plug will easily link with Alexa or Google to control devices by voice. The KMC Smart app will, the makers state, allow the user to automate connected devices based on conditions like time, sunrise/sunset, weather and more. Set up, the makers say, is easy: simply download the KMC Smart app and follow the in-app instructions to get started. With a few taps the user also can share control of their devices with family and friends. UL/ETL Certified. Lifetime Warranty. US-based Customer Support. Unfortunately, I wasn’t thinking that hard when I ordered this item from Amazon Vine. Because actually, I can more easily take a few steps to start my teas maid than learn how to use this device. And nothing in my kitchen is that far away. Want to use the toaster? Fine. Just put the bread or whatever in, turn on. Similarly, for the toaster oven. Am not saying this device wouldn’t work for some people: just saying I dont seem to need it.

First of all I like the package. Each receptacle is independent so you can control two different devices and at different times. Thats pretty unique. Once setup it works great with no problems and the app couldnt be simpler. There is a different button for each side of the receptacle. Now notice I wrote once set up that is my issue. I tried for a good hour trying to get the app to pair with the Duo plug. I tried everything: plugging and unplugging, manual scan, auto scan, pressing and holding each power button (the led was already flashing) - nothing worked. The app would not discover the device and timed out after two minutes. Finally I unplugged the Duo and restarted my Pixel 3 smart phone. Once the phone booted up I plugged in the Duo and the app found it instantly. Since Im using an android google pixel 3 I dont know if this is an android issue or a KMC issue but Ill give them the benefit of the doubt.

Caveat: I already owned at least one remote plug in this same family, so I already had the appropriate app to recognize the smart plug and that made the steps quite easy. I dont recall finding or registering for the app to be onerous, however, so that doesnt play into my review at all. This plug is very solid and is replacing a Belkin plug that just stopped working after 2 years. I chose this because I really did want two independent plugs and was happy to replace my single plug. This is shifted off to the side, so despite having two plugs, it doesnt block more than one outlet and has a much smaller profile than the plug that it is replacing. It has two naming options: both the plug as a whole and the two outlets on the plug. Thats really convenient if, for example, you want to turn off a light but not a fan, etc. Other than that, it does pretty much exactly what you would expect. The most complicated parts of installation. my helpful hints if you are having trouble: 1) The plug does not match any image of the plugs in the accompanying app. (The instructions that come with the plug do tell you what to choose as an option, however, and that worked fine.) 2) Trying to get the appropriate lights blinking was a little bit of a guessing game. The installation directions tell you to hold the reset button -- but there is no power or reset button that is obvious. There are two carat/arrow buttons (one on top and one on the bottom). I assumed that they pointed to the plugs that they control (and they probably do in some contexts) but they ALSO serve as the reset (TOP arrow button) and blue light (BOTTOM arrow button) controls. 3) If you hold down the top arrow button, it serves as the reset and will eventually cause the red light flash that you need. You can then press the bottom arrow button to get the blue light to accompany it and to pair the plug appropriately. Once it was paired, it was super easy -- my Alexa app recognized it straight off and I added it to a group which is also using it with no errors or issues. However, I give it four stars because of the guesswork involved in getting that original flashing down.

Only could get one to work.

I did not like the fact that it goes off line to many time.

Installed these in places that make it easy to have Alexa turn on/off for you. You can also schedule these to turn on/off at certain times.

Very difficult to use

When I first got there, I was skeptical. But a few days later, I decided to give a few minutes of setup. What I discovered is that...like Siri and other devices...you learn how a thing as you play with them. Currently, I have just some blocks to play within which I can turn on a light and turn it. As well, I also have it set up to remember things. Once you are in the groove...who can stop!