Outdoor Smart Plug, Works with Apple HomeKit, Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant, Refoss WiFi Outlet with 2 Grounded Sockets IP44 Waterproof, FCC & ETL Certified

This plug drives our patio and garden illumination. The homekit integration works well, I can switch the lights with both Alexa commands and my Apple device, including the watch. One small caveat was that the company decided to print the homekit QR-Code on a paper sticker which was decidedly not weatherproof - when I reset the system to hook it up to a new IoT wifi, I couldnt relink it because the homekit sticker was unreadable. However, the Meross support managed to look up the deleted device through my account with them and sent me an email with the missing QR code – in less than 4 hours! Kudos to their support, no star deduction for the flimsy sticker :).

First, let me say that this switch is working perfectly for me now, but only because I ended up downloading the proper app onto an Android tablet and setting it up to NOT use the HomeKit services. I tried repeatedly to configure this using the HomeKit settings, but it simply would not work. I really like this smart plug... it has two outlets, and each are separately controllable. Im using this with some landscape lighting and it has worked perfectly since it was installed. Ive always had a problem with dusk-to-dawn sensor controls and landscape lighting, so using a device like this allows me to integrate it to Alexa, which then controls switching based upon dusk and dawn settings. This switch does not support dimming... its purely on and off. Again, Im really happy with this product and it works great... as long as you dont try to set it up as a HomeKit device. Understanding that, I have no problem recommending it to others and I would order it again.

These work just as well as Amazon smart plugs but actually work with HomeKit if you use an iPhone. Good price too.

Most people are running on a combination of 2.4 GHz wifi and 5.0 wifi. For me, mine router switches between the two channels depending on the device and traffic. This plug can only be set up on 2.4 GHz, so you may have to switch something over, or something off. After that is taken care of, just scan the QR code and the app does the rest. The two plugs can be controlled simultaneously, or separately.

5 stars because each outlet is individually controlled, which I wasn’t expecting, which made this an even better value. Set up with the Homekit App was easy and seamless. Only been in place for 1 day so durability is TBD.

It constantly loses connection. Moderately easy to set up, I love the idea, and the plus itself works if I go outside to turn it on or off — but that kind of defeats the purpose. It loses connection with my phone constantly and will not reconnect.

I was looking for a controllable outlet to run some outdoor fountains and lights and decided to give this a try. This plug supports Apples Homekit automation which is a nifty feature that Ive been wanting to experiment with. Setup is easy, just scan the QR code on the side with the Home app and it registers. There doesnt seem to be a way to connect it to a WiFi network other than the one your phone is on - Homekit seems to assume people only have a single SSID which I guess is probably true for a lot of people, but unfortunately it isnt true for me. It only connects via 2.4GHz WiFi, similar to other IoT devices I have. In the Home app outlets are individually controllable and you can set up automations and scenes to control the device. This Refoss brand plug is actually just a rebranded Meross MSS620 which is how it identifies itself when connected to Homekit, and the manufacturer is identified as Chengdu Meross Technology Co, Ltd. According to my firewall the device is pretty innocuous as IoT devices go. It advertises itself to the local network via Bonjour, gets time from the North American NTP pool servers, and phones home periodically via MQTT (the IoT control protocol) to mqtt[dot]meross[dot]com. Its unclear whether MQTT is used for automated firmware updates or something else. Meross might have a way of remotely controlling these devices which is why I generally try to firewall these types of devices from my main network. However, with Homekit you need to have them on the same network as your iOS devices which makes securing them somewhat difficult. Ive not tested range or the IP44 waterproof rating. Given that the instructions basically say dont get them wet if the outlet seals arent in place I wouldnt bet that this is all that water resistant if youre actually using them so this gadget is going to go in a location where itll always stay dry. Assuming the range is adequate thisll work fine for controlling stuff on our patio when it comes time to install that stuff. Ill probably get a second one down the road.

Stopped working after a week. Don’t trust it.

eHomelife app is easy to use on the android phone. Easy to add the new plugs to the app. Works in the the home wi-fi and while outside the area.

This thing does not work. It connects to wifi at least according to the light on it but, the app will not detect or connect to it. Pick up any random rock off the ground. You now have something more functional than the app this thing comes with. The Apple home kit integration is lies as well. It connects to nothing. Do yourself a favor and get literally ANYTHING else or you’ll be right back here looking for something that actually works. Just like me.