Kasa Smart · Smart Plug
Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Plug Mini
~C$12.51
The Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Plug Mini is a simple way to make everyday devices smarter without replacing them. Plug in a lamp, fan, or coffee maker, then control power from your phone or with voice commands. Its compact format is designed for easy use in bedrooms, living rooms, and home offices.
Pros
- + Compact mini design fits beside other plugs
- + Affordable entry point for adding smart control
- + Wi-Fi setup avoids needing a separate hub
- + Useful for scheduling lamps, fans, and small appliances
- + Works well for voice-controlled on/off routines
Cons
- - Typically supports only 2.4GHz Wi-Fi during setup
- - Adds smart control but not dimming or advanced appliance features
- - Can still block the second outlet on tighter wall plates
- - Requires the Kasa app and internet-based setup for most users
Key Specs
- Type
- Wi-Fi smart plug
- Brand
- Kasa Smart
- Price
- CAD 12.51
- Category
- Smart Home
- Wireless
- Wi-Fi
- Hub Required
- No
- Voice Control
- Compatible with popular voice assistants
Our Verdict
A low-cost smart plug that covers the basics well: remote on/off, schedules, and voice control. It's best for straightforward automation rather than energy monitoring or advanced smart-home features.
Best For
People who want an inexpensive, hub-free way to automate lamps and small household devices.
How It Compares
| Spec | Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Plug Mini | Amazon Basics Smart Light Bulbs | Amazon Echo Pop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ~C$12.51 | ~C$12.42 | ~C$39 |
| Type | Wi-Fi smart plug | — | — |
| Brand | Kasa Smart | Amazon Basics | — |
| Price | CAD 12.51 | — | — |
| Category | Smart Home | Smart Home | — |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi | — | — |
| Hub Required | No | — | — |
| Voice Control | Compatible with popular voice assistants | — | — |
| Control | — | App and voice control | — |
| Bulb Type | — | Smart light bulb | — |
| Price (CAD) | — | 12.42 | — |
| Smart Home Ecosystem | — | Amazon Alexa | — |
| Speaker | — | — | 1.95-inch front-firing |
| Smart Home | — | — | Matter, eero built-in |
| Connectivity | — | — | WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Voice Assistant | — | — | Alexa |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a smart-home hub to use this plug?
No. It uses Wi-Fi, so it's designed to connect directly through the Kasa app without a separate hub.
What kinds of devices can I use it with?
It’s best suited for simple on/off devices like lamps, fans, and other small household electronics.
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