Best WiFi Enabled Smart Plugs in India
If you want to control electronic equipment using your Wifi network, smart plugs are an ideal addition to your smart home. Without much investment, these can convert your regular gadgets to smart gadgets.
I have been using a couple of these at my home and office, which have made life a bit easy. To be precise, a smart plug can be described as a wireless on/off switch that makes it easy to control the devices.
The presence of smart plugs has gone a long way in adding huge comfort to our life.
When you come home after a hectic day, you would not like to reach out to the switch physically but prefer to do it through your smartphone or by use of Alexa for those who like voice assistant.
Check Out – Top 5 Wifi Enabled Best Smart plugs In India:
Oakter 16 Amp WiFi Smart Plug – Price Rs. 849
With Oakter 16 Amp, you will be able to automate your high-power appliance sans any difficulty.
You need to connect it to your Oakter App (Download from Playstore or App Store) and schedule the time when you want to turn on or turn off the appliances.
You will be able to switch on and off your devices remotely. The setup process is simple.
As it mainly works on Wi-Fi, you may plug it in your usual socket and then plug in the appliance you desire to use. Now you can easily automate your appliances. It doesn’t have an on or off switch useful in case of power or internet outage.
Key specifications:
- It can support up to 3.6 KM at a 230V operational range.
- It offers easy configuration.
- You will get inbuilt protection against power surges.
- It has been designed to tackle the frequent power outages.
- You will get a one-year replacement warranty.
- Available for Rs 999
- Ideal to Use with AC/ Heater/Refrigerator/Washing Machine/Geyser and Other Heavy appliances
Orient Electric i-Nex WiFi Enabled Smart Socket Plug 10Amp – Price Rs. 999
Orient Electric WiFi-enabled smart socket offers strong compatibility with Amazon Echo and Google Home. The smart socket is available in plastic material and has a glossy finish.
The smart plug is slightly more expensive but gets voice controls and can use Alexa or Google Assistant to control the appliances.
You can buy it in white color. The package contents include 1 Unit Orient i-Nex Smart Plug, Warranty card, and Manual. It offers voice control that allows you to operate any home device.
Key specifications:
- It is Wi-Fi enabled, which implies that any home device linked to the smart plug can be operated anywhere simply by downloading the Orient Smart app.
- It is equipped with a schedule timer through which you may create customized timers from the app.
- Scheduling and timer.
- A smart plug comes with a physical switch.
- It features 3 pin plug.
- The safe to use device can protect your electrical home devices effortlessly.
- Available for Rs. 1099
Ambrane WiFi Smart Plug 10A – Price Rs. 899
You can remote control your devices from anywhere in the world simply by using Ambrane smart life app. There will be no requirement for a hub. It offers users compatibility with Alexa and Google Assistant.
Key specifications:
- You will enjoy the simultaneous control that will let you operate several devices with one app.
- You need to set timers and schedules for automatic switch on and off of devices.
- It helps in operating several electronic appliances sans any hassle.
- Easy installation
- The plug is appropriate to work with small to medium-sized electrical appliances.
- It has been priced at Rs 899
Syska SSK-MWP-002 ABS Smart Wi-Fi Enabled Plug – Price Rs. 999
It is available with a Wi-Fi plug that makes it innovative and technically advanced. The smart Wi-Fi plug is a smart device that can be controlled via voice assistants like Amazon Alexa.
It can easily switch on and off the connected devices via the Syska Smart Home App.
Key specifications:
- You will be able to switch on and off your connected devices according to the scheduled time.
- It can significantly prevent your devices from overheating.
- It will add huge convenience to your life.
- You can also monitor your energy consumption through the app.
- It is appropriate for smaller appliances like TV, Mobiles, lamps, etc.
- It comes with a power meter that has an effective child safety shutter.
- Price – Rs 1299
Wipro 10A smart plug with Energy Monitor – Price Rs. 899
The smart plug is appropriate for small appliances such as electric kettles, mobile, air purifiers, robotic vaccum cleaners, laptop chargers, etc. The price of the Wipro smart plug is low and makes it a good value for money offerings for most users.
It works effectively with Alexa and Google Assistant. It is available in Polycarbonate material and white color. You will get a one-year warranty when you buy it.
Key specifications:
- You will be able to control electrical devices from any corner of the globe with the Wipro Smart app on your phone.
- You can track the energy consumption of your device.
- Gives you voice control
- It allows you to schedules your devices to switch on and off at set times.
- It has been priced at Rs 899
Orient Electric i-Nex 10Amp Smart Plug – Price Rs. 999
Orient Electric WiFi-enabled smart socket offers strong compatibility with Amazon Echo and Google Home. The smart socket is available in plastic material and has a glossy finish.
The smart plug is slightly more expensive but gets voice controls and can use Alexa or Google Assistant to control the appliances.
You can buy it in white color. The package contents include 1 Unit Orient i-Nex Smart Plug, Warranty card, and Manual. It offers voice control that allows you to operate any home device.
Key specifications:
- It is Wi-Fi enabled, which implies that any home device linked to the smart plug can be operated anywhere simply by downloading the Orient Smart app.
- It is equipped with a schedule timer through which you may create customized timers from the app.
- Scheduling and timer.
- A smart plug comes with a physical switch.
- It features 3 pin plug.
- The safe to use device can protect your electrical home devices effortlessly.
- Available for Rs. 1099
Concluding Thoughts and Advantages of Using Smart Plugs
If you want to control heavy appliances like a geyser, AC, or electric heater, the Oakter 16 AMP plug is an excellent choice. It is affordable, as well as reliable, and easy to use.
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Use Case for Smart Plugs – One of the best uses for these is to turn on and off the water motor at a scheduled time every day. So I don’t forget to fill the overhead water tank.
For other appliances, you can pick the rest of the smart plugs that I have mentioned. I have used Wipro and Oakter, and both offer good and stable connectivity.
Advantages of smart plugs:
Energy-saving: It will help you save energy and control your inflated electricity bills. You may install motion detector sensors in every room as per your requirement.
Prepare schedules: You can schedule the turn on/off time for home appliances like water geysers, AC, water motors, or fans. You may also schedule the lights to switch on during the night, especially when you are not home.
Compatibility: Smart plugs work with Android as well as iPhone and have voice assistants such as Siri, Alexa, or Google to make life easy.
Convenience: Sometimes it is too hard to get up from bed, be smart and get a smart plug.
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