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Hook Smart Home Hub for Remote Control Outlets Works with Alexa and Google Home
Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.0
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Total Reviews
190
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Device Compatibility
56alexa, echo, hub, app, integration
+86%
-14%
" ... I bought this to try out a low-cost smart home solution. ... I control the switches via the HOOK from my phone from anywhere ... at home I have linked the hook to an AMAZON DOT (~Alexa) and it works great. ... the Etekcity switches work great with it. ... "
" ... I actually don't use the app for day-to-day operation since this works so well with Amazon Echo. ... You just download the skill to Alexa, sign in, discover devices, and you're ready to go! ... The Alexa app now runs most of my smart home since it can join Wink and Hook together as one. ... "
" ... I love love love this hub! ... I recently moved and had a few issues and within less then 24 house my hook my plugs and Echo control were all back up working seamlessly! ... "
" ... If you are search for a solution to remotely manage lights in your home with your smart phone then this is definitely the solution for you. ... "
" ... Hub was easy to setup and works flawlessly. ... "
" ... Seriously awesome integration with Alexa. ... "
" ... I can control several devices (light mostly) remotely. ... "
" ... This is such a great product, I've tried so many home automation options over the years, and Hook is by far the best of the lot - and the cheapest. ... The integration points (if you're a coder, like me, the API rocks) make it easy to use with Google home or Amazon Alexa. ... In particular, the IFTTT integration is very clever, and very, very useful. ... I keep coming up with new ways to use my Hook. ... "
Software Platform
35app, integration, ifttt, hook app, wemo
+77%
-23%
" ... You just download the skill to Alexa, sign in, discover devices, and you're ready to go! ... "
" ... If you are search for a solution to remotely manage lights in your home with your smart phone then this is definitely the solution for you. ... "
" ... Seriously awesome integration with Alexa. ... "
" ... and another 2 switch version. ... I wish they have native support for smartthings such that I can set the rules from ST but I will gladly wait for that. ... Can't wait to setup some IFTTT rules soon. ... "
" ... The integration points (if you're a coder, like me, the API rocks) make it easy to use with Google home or Amazon Alexa. ... In particular, the IFTTT integration is very clever, and very, very useful. ... "
" ... You have to have the Alexa app as well, and connect it to the Hook App. ... I say this since I thought Wemo was my solution. ... "
" ... It is way easier for us to have Alexa turn it off and on then open up the app on the phone. ... "
" ... This synced up perfectly with Alexa. ... "
Apps
34alexa, integration, ifttt, hook app, echo
+74%
-26%
" ... The app is very easy to use, and guides you through the setup process very well. ... I actually don't use the app for day-to-day operation since this works so well with Amazon Echo. ... You just download the skill to Alexa, sign in, discover devices, and you're ready to go! ... The Alexa app now runs most of my smart home since it can join Wink and Hook together as one. ... "
" ... Seriously awesome integration with Alexa. ... "
" ... The app is simple and easy. ... The integration points (if you're a coder, like me, the API rocks) make it easy to use with Google home or Amazon Alexa. ... In particular, the IFTTT integration is very clever, and very, very useful. ... "
" ... You have to have the Alexa app as well, and connect it to the Hook App. ... You enable all your outlets in the Hook app. ... You create the groups in Alexa and this is what you can tell Alexa to turn On and Off. ... Alexa needed the "Voice Training" located in setup to understand me. ... "
" ... It is way easier for us to have Alexa turn it off and on then open up the app on the phone. ... "
" ... Prior to Google Home integration, I had the fun of getting to work with IFTTT to make some recipes to use the system. ... "
" ... This synced up perfectly with Alexa. ... "
" ... Works via the app on my iPhone and iPad as well as using a voice command with Alexa. ... "
Setup
30set, easy, wifi, simple, hook
+97%
-3%
" ... He demonstrated technical understanding, compassion, patience and clear instructions. ... "
" ... The app is very easy to use, and guides you through the setup process very well. ... "
" ... Easy to set up. ... "
" ... Again, we troubleshooted together and I was able to fix the setup issue. ... "
" ... Less important, but still important enough to mention: the price is fine, the setup is easy. ... "
" ... The application is a little clunky but once I got the hang of it, it was easy sailing. ... "
" ... Connected to my WiFi pretty easy. ... It does work and it's pretty easy to set up. ... "
" ... The set up is pretty easy, my husband did it in about 20 minutes. ... "
Ports
29hook, plug, usb, outlet, etekcity outlets
+79%
-21%
" ... The Hook hub is small with simple parts. ... "
" ... In addition and had 3 other RF outlets already that work with it. ... "
" ... I love love love this hub! ... "
" ... Hub was easy to setup and works flawlessly. ... "
" ... Works seamlessly with Alexa and the Etekcity wireless plugs. ... "
" ... Plugged the Hook in, started to blink blue. ... I have a bunch of these Etekcity outlets, I turned to these after the Wemo debacle. ... "
" ... We bought this to use along with the smart outlet plug-ins. ... "
" ... The money savings of this hub are obvious so I won't dwell on that. ... "
Ease of Use
21setup, set, easy to set, simple, app
+100%
" ... The app is very easy to use, and guides you through the setup process very well. ... "
" ... Easy to set up. ... "
" ... Again, we troubleshooted together and I was able to fix the setup issue. ... "
" ... Less important, but still important enough to mention: the price is fine, the setup is easy. ... "
" ... The application is a little clunky but once I got the hang of it, it was easy sailing. ... "
" ... The app is simple and easy. ... "
" ... Connected to my WiFi pretty easy. ... It does work and it's pretty easy to set up. ... "
" ... What really set Hook above in my eyes is the range of uses a knowledgeable user can find. ... "
Remote
21hook, control, outlets, outlet, rf
+86%
-14%
" ... I use with Etekcity outlet/remote set and it works great. ... "
" ... I bought the etekcity outlets and enjoyed the remote greatly and then I bought the Hook and then I bought Alexa . ... "
" ... The range is even longer than the original remotes ... "
" ... The general setup and individual set up for each outlet/remote is also pretty easy. ... "
" ... It truly works perfectly with the Etekcity remotes (I have LOTS of them). ... So far, I've set it up to turn on 18 lamps (using 15 remote outlets) with one voice command. ... "
" ... Works with Etekcity Wireless Remotes. ... "
" ... Read the Etekcity remote with NO issues. ... I just purchased another set of 5 Etekcity remote controlled outlets. ... "
" ... Works with all my RF relays ... "
Product Reliability
15update, issues, months, several months, error
+67%
-33%
" ... the Etekcity switches work great with it. ... "
" ... It worked right out of the box, and has kept on working. ... "
" ... Easy set up and has been working flawlessly for several months now. ... "
" ... After saying that it really works with no issues. ... "
" ... Thought I would come back and update my review now that I have used the hook for several months now and have added additional smart home services to my home. ... "
" ... Update: issues fixed and solved by the developer. ... "
" ... I emailed the seller and they got right back to me (on a Sunday, New Years day no less). ... "
" ... I am looking to use these units to replace some of the aging X10 units that have been in place for 15 years. ... "
Price
14money, 50, waste, hub, home
+86%
-14%
" ... The more I add the more cost effective it is. ... Even the less expensive brands would have cost me more. ... "
" ... This is a much better and more versatile investment. ... "
" ... The money savings of this hub are obvious so I won't dwell on that. ... "
" ... Awesome product for the price. ... "
" ... Works great and incredible price! ... "
" ... This device is unbeatable for the price and functionality ! ... "
" ... Personality I like the device but Where did my $50 dollars go? ... "
" ... For those of us on a budget this affordable. ... "
Marketplace
13thank, received, item, emailed, tutorial
+92%
-8%
" ... Thank you Amazon for linking me to them for help. ... "
" ... very quick and excellent item ... "
" ... Thank you guys, you rock. ... "
" ... This functions pretty well as advertised ... "
" ... I sent an email for help and they got right back to me, fixed my problem and I was good to go. ... "
" ... I emailed the seller and they got right back to me (on a Sunday, New Years day no less). ... "
" ... By the way this is my first review of any product on Amazon. ... "
" ... date-12/25/2016 ... "
Capacity
11living room light, sq ft, room, range, living room
+91%
-9%
" ... I am controlling 15 lamps around the house and in the backyard ( distance to garden-shed: 50 m ). ... "
" ... One of the best home automation bargains around. ... "
" ... I have the Hook centrally located in the middle of my home but it reaches pretty far. ... My master bedroom lights are at least 50 feet away from the Hook and my router is located in the basement and everything works great. ... "
" ... The Hook is centrally located in my 1600 Sq Ft Tri-level home and can reach every corner of the house, comfortably. ... "
" ... On the way home I thought I would try out the app and turned on the living room light as well as the outside lighting. ... Awesome - came home to a well-lit exterior as well as the light from the living room. ... "
" ... It is still an excellent device and an extremely economical way of making the house a smart home. ... "
" ... 4500 square ft house and it reaches all switches, even upstairs, from a central downstairs location. ... "
" ... I had the hook in the living room and the outlet in a bedroom. ... I am telling all my family and friends and coworkers how cool this product is! ... "
Build Quality
10cheap, cheap plastic, hardware, feels, cheaply
+40%
-60%
" ... My only complaint is that the build quality of the hardware is poor ... "
" ... My advice, don't go cheap. ... "
" ... Accessories extremely cheap . ... "
" ... The hub itself is made of very thin, cheap plastic. ... "
" ... But I said to myself, "as long as it works, I don't mind how cheap it feels." ... "
" ... Clunky & cheap plastic. ... "
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