Best smart plugs for HomeKit 2021

Belkin's Wemo mini features a slim profile that won't block the other plug on the wall, allowing two of them to be used in a single outlet. You don't need a hub; simply connect to HomeKit, Alexa, or Google Assistant and the Wemo app on iOS and Android. The Wemo Mini is also UL certified.

The Meross smart Wi-Fi plug mini provides all of the HomeKit outlet essentials in a compact package at a compact price. This plug is ready to go with just a scan of the HomeKit pairing code without downloading another app or registering for an account. With its fast response times and reliability, it's one of the best HomeKit values around.

The ConnectSense smart in-wall outlet offers all of the features of typical smart plugs, but you install it in place of your current outlet. If you want convenience without bulk, you'll love the fast response times, reliable connectivity, independent controls, and energy monitoring. While it's not cheap, it does offer a more seamless look.

The Elgato Eve Energy is a Bluetooth-connected smart plug. With in-depth energy monitoring stats, it can help you lower your utility bills. Thanks to the device's Bluetooth LE connection, you won't need to struggle with a Wi-Fi setup process or crowd your network with another device—the Eve Energy communicates directly with your phone.

If you already have a Philips Hue Bridge, this smart plug will integrate directly with it and HomeKit. This allows it to work using ZigBee wireless connectivity, keeping it off your Wi-Fi network and without a local-only Bluetooth connection. This plug is compact, which gives you the room to fit two of them into a single outlet or keep one free for other items.

The Meross Outdoor smart Wi-Fi plug provides you with two convenient weather-resistant outlets, perfect for holiday lighting, fairy lights, and more. This plug uses Wi-Fi for connectivity, which allows you to connect it to your network without using a separate hub. This makes it ready to work with HomeKit in a matter of seconds, just plug in and scan to start upgrading your outdoor environment.

Eve's smart power strip is a home office essential with smart convenience. This strip includes the same energy monitoring capabilities as Eve's single smart plug. Individually control all three onboard outlets through the Home app and HomeKit. Your appliances will be safeguarded by overcurrent, overvoltage, and surge protection.

You'll get two smart plugs for one low price with VOCOlinc. The compact size and high output (1800W) make this a great choice for stocking up. Place two slim plugs into a single outlet if you'd like. At this price point, you can buy several two-packs and spread them out in different parts of your home.