ShellyPlus Plug UK, Smart Wi-Fi Outlet with Power Metering, Remote Control Socket, Max 3000W, Custom Schedules, Home Automation(13A) Compatible with iOS, Android, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings

Works great, easy to connect to the WiFi using the Shelley app. No requirement for a hub or any other connection accessory as it connects direct to the WiFi and you use the app to control it. It also got picked up immediately in 'Home Assistant' when the Shelly HACS addition was installed.I'm using it to check if the washing machine is running or not. Home assistant send a notification when a load is done (blueprint is already built so you can just import it) so I don't forget and have to re-do the washing because it's been left in the washer too long and got that 'funk' smell on the clothes (if you know, you know).Has never not worked, also sends power draw/usage/history to home assistant and the app as well. Max of 3000W is plenty for most applicances (the exception would be an electric oven/hob but if you need to remotely control these then you've got bigger issues).

Every time I buy a Shelly product, I'm reminded why I love them so much. I have Shelly relays that control my boiler, my gate motor, you name it. You can set them up and use them entirely locally, no app or account needed, and this plug is no different.When you plug this socket in, it broadcasts its own wifi. You connect to it, navigate to the device configuration IP in your browser, and from there connect it to your own wifi. Then you disconnect from the Shelly wifi and at that point you can manage the device directly over your own network.Pro tip: If you're using an android device, turn off cellular during set up and it won't kick you off the device wifi because it has "no connection".Integrates with Home Assistant perfectly, including power monitoring. Has similar great features to Shelly relays (timed on / off, etc). The light ring feature is a nice touch, and I love that it's configurable and can change colour depending on load (and even that supports a configurable range!).My only criticism is that the design isn't super clean. Personally, I'd prefer a square-ish device with a sleeker look that is slightly more space efficient. But, it's not ugly. And honestly, the functionality and ease of integration, with fully local control, more than makes up for it. I'd take that compromise any day.Shelly, this is a great product. Rock solid. Please keep doing what you're doing.

I really like this bit of kit, feels well made and when it works it has lots of information available and is fast at switching.The only downside is it will loose cloud connectivity. Apparently this is an issue with Shelly devices.Other positives is it is very customisable, works with Google assistant/home and can also be used via an API.It's a compact device too.

Absolutely amazing, everything ive been looking for in a smart plug. You can use it as any other smart plug but it also has the option to control it LOCALLY using http requests, and you have the option to completely take it off the internet, just using your lan!

The options on this plug are extensive and absolutely worth the slightly higher price. Mainly it can be used locally and not rely on the cloud. Add in the usage monitors its spot on.

I purchased 5 of these because they are 'the standard' for smart plugs and relays for Home Assistant.They have allowed me to automatically save power - in fact, just one of them will have paid for itself in saved standby energy in one year.The power consumption and kWh used update frequently and make energy tracking very easy.They also respond very quickly when commanded to turn on/off.I will be buying more when I need them.Downsides:They come with really old firmware - You will need to update the firmware inside the web interface twice to get to 1.4 - the current version.The web interface has no password by default - Configure a password immediately!

An app that actaually works for setting up and does what it says

Well made and reliable smart plug, I use this with the Shelly App and integrated with Home Assistant (so if the cloud connection were to fail, I still have all the automation and control).