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Mini Smart Plug Gosund Wifi Outlet Works with Alexa Google Assistant No Hub Required ETL and FCC Listed Only 2 4GHz Wifi Enabled Remote Control Wifi Smart Socket
Last Updated: May 1, 2020 (Refresh Now)
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Software Platform
263app, google home, google, smart, connect
+82%
-18%
" ... I can read a little longer because now I can ask Alexa to turn off the light inside of getting up to doing it my self. ... "
" ... The Mini Smart Plug Outlet was easy to set up and connect to Alexa. ... "
" ... Download the Gosund app, connect to your WiFi and sync with the smart plug, then you can control with your smart phone. ... "
" ... Considering the security risks posed by the installation apps' demand for information about the user (see other reviews) I guess I should be happy I was absolutely unable to pair this "smart" plug with the app on my phone. ... "
" ... The app is simple to use. ... "
" ... It worked within minutes of setting up after downloading the proper app on my phone. ... "
" ... This device was easy to pair with both google home and alexa and my 4yr old loves that he can turn on his light by himself!! ... "
" ... Download app and just follow prompts and you will be up and running in less than 10 min. ... Will be buying a few more for my other electronics I want to be able to control via Alexa. ... "
Device Compatibility
242connect, app, smart, google home, works great
+80%
-20%
" ... Works very well with my Google home mini . ... "
" ... Works well with Alexa. ... "
" ... Once connected was very fast on trigger time. ... "
" ... It was nice in many ways for one it was nice to be able to turn on my lights in my house before i entered it. ... "
" ... Alexa voice control works great with the plug in. ... "
" ... I really like that it works with Alexa. ... "
" ... I have used other devices to Alexa easy. ... "
" ... I like that it works good with alexa ... "
Ease of Use
205easy to set, set, easy to use, app, easy to install
+91%
-9%
" ... It's as easy as plugging something you want to control verbally. ... "
" ... Set up was easy. ... "
" ... It has an app that was easy to use. ... "
" ... Simple to set up and use. ... "
" ... Easy to set up with google home. ... "
" ... Easy to install and setup. ... "
" ... They are easy to sync, smaller then some competitors and convenient. ... "
" ... Ease of use and setup ... "
Setup
148set, setup, instructions, plug, easy to install
+89%
-11%
" ... This works perfectly and only took a few minutes to setup ... "
" ... Easy to install. ... "
" ... This thing was easy to set up. ... Make sure your wifi is at a different gigahertz measurement than normal to ensure ease of install. ... "
" ... Crazy easy set up, API is stupid easy to navigate and cost effective. ... "
" ... The second improvement---and selling point!---was it's installation. ... "
" ... Setup was a breeze ... "
" ... Setup was a bit fidgety, but once they're working they're great. ... "
" ... Simple to set up, easy to use with google assistant. ... "
Apps
103alexa, gosund, download, google, works great
+77%
-23%
" ... I like the timer option on the app so that I can have the lights turn on when I am not there. ... "
" ... Works well with Alexa and on the app to turn on and off yourself if you’re home or not home. ... "
" ... I’ve gone out of town several times and tested the on and off feature through the app, and it worked just fine. ... "
" ... It worked within minutes of setting up after downloading the proper app on my phone. ... "
" ... Syncs with Google account. ... "
" ... And I loved the app it was so simple and easy to learn. ... "
" ... Download the Gosund app, connect to your WiFi and sync with the smart plug, then you can control with your smart phone. ... "
" ... Excellent set-up guide thru the app. ... App is easy to follow and have had no issues. ... "
Product Reliability
73months, stopped working, working, year, weeks
+52%
-48%
" ... It controls everything now a days. ... "
" ... I changed my review because they sent me a second one that worked perfectly. ... "
" ... No issues with set up, and has remained functional! ... "
" ... For me: This product has been working AMAZING! ... "
" ... Haven’t had any issues with it in the last 4 months that I have had it. ... "
" ... My in laws have had these for over a year with no problems. ... "
" ... They worked beautifully. ... That will definitely happen next year. ... "
" ... I bought the plugs and switches about 6 months ago and they worked fine. ... "
Ports
65smart, plugs, outlet, wifi, plugged
+86%
-14%
" ... This plug works really great! ... "
" ... Use both plugs and switches. ... "
" ... Plug works great. ... "
" ... I was able to use a smart switch along with one of these smart outlets to set up the control. ... "
" ... Lol This is my first smart plug and I bought. ... "
" ... The plug is small enough that another standard plug (not a smart one) will fit into the outlet with it. ... "
" ... They worked great with my wifi on all outlets. ... "
" ... Thus plug works great. ... "
Price
56money, waste of money, worth, waste, waste your money
+63%
-38%
" ... Awesome for its price. ... "
" ... Good investment for the money ... "
" ... Price was decent compared to other products. ... "
" ... Overall the product is worth the cheaper price tag. ... "
" ... Incredible product, works great along with a great price! ... "
" ... Can't beat the price and functionality. ... "
" ... It seems to be a good brand for the money spent! ... "
" ... The price imis much more reasonable than others on the market. ... "
Wifi
47wi fi, router, app, alexa, 5g
+40%
-60%
" ... I have the appropriate WI-FI and it still had trouble connecting or staying connected. ... "
" ... The instructions included to download their app was incorrect and I could not get product to connect to home WiFi. ... "
" ... Did not pair with our WiFi ... "
" ... Can’t use with my 5G WiFi so it’s useless for me. ... I switched my WiFi from 5G and it worked for a little bit but wasn’t worth it. ... "
" ... Did not work for me it only works on 2.4gh WiFi most internet naw works on 5gh naw ... "
" ... Never would connect to wifi. ... "
" ... It'll work for moments in time, but not reliable, resets all the time, and 1/2 the time it won't detect wifi to set up after the thing resets itself. ... "
" ... It did not recognize my Wifi . ... It only accepts certain kinds of Wifi and apparently mine wasn't it. ... "
Features
42timer, turn, timer function, schedule, works great
+95%
-5%
" ... Originally we were going to buy smart lights for a 3 bulb lamp in our apartment, but at $8.99 a piece this was significantly cheaper than paying $10+ a bulb, especially if we just needed on/off and not temperature/dimming capabilities. ... "
" ... I use timer function for grow lights at my home. ... "
" ... I use this to continue my under cabinet lights in the kitchen and it works perfect. ... "
" ... Needed an automatic on and off feature for my father. ... "
" ... Now we have them on some lamps to cycle lighting when we are away. ... "
" ... Works great the timer settings helped out alot during the holidays ... "
" ... I use it to control the lights on my aquarium on a schedule. ... "
" ... I use this to control my aquarium led light. ... "
Capacity
39turn, room, living room, lamp, lamps
+97%
-3%
" ... I use it with Alexa to turn my living room lamp on when I open my door at night. ... Its small profile makes it unobtrusive in the room. ... "
" ... Will definitely purchase a few more for around the house. ... "
" ... This device is very handy and I'll definitely be purchasing more to get my entire house connected. ... "
" ... I can say this before entering my dark bedroom. ... "
" ... Got my space heater connected to it and can turn it on on my way home so when I get there, the room is nice and toasty. ... "
" ... I have three of them on lamps in the house. ... "
" ... Works great makes it easy to turn light on and off in my attic area and basement area ... "
" ... It's a nice thing to have around the house. ... "
Marketplace
30described, advertised, exactly, worked, item
+80%
-20%
" ... I have 7 of these now and they all work exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... It’s worked as advertised thus far. ... "
" ... Thank you Gosund for delivering! ... "
" ... Worked as described ... "
" ... Great seller as well. ... "
" ... I will be ordering more :-) ... "
" ... A good valued item. ... "
" ... Works just as described. ... "
Returns
22returned, return window, sent it back, returning, back
+9%
-91%
" ... Tried everything and then just sent it back. ... "
" ... No response when refund requested. ... "
" ... Later on I noticed my toddler destroyed the box so I could no return. ... "
" ... I returned this. ... Returned and got my money back. ... "
" ... I did return it. ... "
" ... There is another piece of trash in your trash ... "
" ... I will returning these. ... "
" ... I missed the return window so now I am stuck with a defective product that never worked. ... "
Network
22router, network, connected, signal, 5ghz
+36%
-64%
" ... Did not work for me it only works on 2.4gh WiFi most internet naw works on 5gh naw ... "
" ... I have a 5 ghz wifi and this only works with 2.4 ghz. ... "
" ... Do not buy this thing if you have a 5g router it will not work. ... "
" ... Had to change out our network router. ... "
" ... Outlet had trouble connecting to WiFi. ... I have to manually reboot to the WiFi signal. ... "
" ... not connected to wifi ... "
" ... It would not sync with my wifi network. ... "
" ... After trying over and over again can't get it to read my network and I have a fairly new router on Xfinity. ... "
Cables
16plug, problem, multi, love, awesome
+88%
-13%
" ... Wow this plug is amazing, it was the cheapest I could find so I was a little nervous about its quality. ... "
" ... Plug works great. ... "
" ... Awesome little plugs. ... "
" ... Really glad I got my original 2 and then went back and ordered another and a multi plug ... "
" ... I love these plugs! ... "
" ... These plugs are awesome you can use them for anything Almost ... "
" ... It's a well made plug. ... "
" ... I phurchiseed these plugs six months ago and never had a problem with the connection . ... "
Product As Described
15described, advertised, exactly, worked, product
+100%
" ... Does what is advertised. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Nice product, as described. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Worked as described ... "
" ... I have 7 of these now and they all work exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Performed as advertised. ... "
" ... Works exactly as expected. ... "
Size
14compact, well, size, works, smaller
+93%
-7%
" ... Much lower cost than other plugs, more compact, integrates well. ... "
" ... Its small profile makes it unobtrusive in the room. ... "
" ... I like the compact size of the plug. ... "
" ... Good size, Works as it is supposed to. ... "
" ... Small size but big performance. ... "
" ... We love how well it works and how small and unnoticeable it is ... "
" ... this product is very convenient. ... "
" ... However, the size can be improved on to make smaller. ... "
Overall performance
9time, performance, set, lag
+100%
" ... No lag time, very responsive. ... "
" ... Does the job exactly the way you want. ... "
" ... Once connected was very fast on trigger time. ... "
" ... Liked the ease of set up and performance ... "
" ... Really works well for these tasks. ... "
" ... So far it's been totally reliable. ... "
" ... Good does the job ... "
" ... Does the job ... "
Delivery
9used, time, ordered, one, delivery
+56%
-44%
" ... Thank you Gosund for delivering! ... "
" ... Exactly what was described, fast delivery. ... "
" ... Product delivered what it promised. ... "
" ... It shipped on time and arrived in perfect condition. ... "
" ... To be used with alexa delivery was also speedy as stated ... "
ISP
9modem, connect, network, internet, hard
+33%
-67%
" ... I cant connect to it at all. ... "
" ... YOU CANNOT WORK WITH MY ATT MODEM ... "
" ... I was unable to connect to my at&t internet ... "
" ... After trying over and over again can't get it to read my network and I have a fairly new router on Xfinity. ... "
" ... Had to change out our network router. ... "
As Gift
7used, tree, christmas, bought
+100%
" ... This is so good, I bought a few as gifts. ... "
" ... I recieved one of these as a gift, I liked it so much I ordered a second. ... "
" ... Used for Christmas tree ... "
" ... I bought these as a secret santa gift. ... "
" ... Works great, used it for the Christmas tree. ... "
" ... This was a gift for a family member. ... "
" ... Shipped and arrived in time for my mother's holiday gift. ... "
Power Consumption
6save, helps, also, working, quit
+67%
-33%
" ... it also has a power switch. ... "
" ... She also never turns off the lamp so this helps save energy bills. ... "
" ... Amazing device helps my business save power with scheduling ... "
" ... For lower power loads it’s perfect product. ... "
Lagging
6switch, resetting, lag, delay, app
+33%
-67%
" ... Needs resetting constantly. ... "
" ... It crashes immediately after opening. ... "
" ... I had a hard time resetting it. ... "
" ... Only down side is that the app that it uses was a little iffy sometimes, and I would have to restart my phone to get it to work. ... "
Remote
6timer, feature, control, works, phone
+100%
" ... Easy to use, remote works well. ... "
" ... Now we can just ask Alexa, “turn The TV on.” The fireplace had to be plugged directly into the wall, it has a remote and does not live on standby. ... "
" ... It has worked perfectly on the timer and the remote feature. ... "
" ... It has a schedule and a “remote like” feature. ... "
" ... Love the remote control on my phone! ... "
" ... Don't need to when I can easily control remote. ... "
Bluetooth
6wifi, tooth, connection, blue, smart
+33%
-67%
" ... Tried to fidget with this for 30 minutes and it would not pair. ... "
" ... Product is not compatible with most home internet routers and the Bluetooth connection did not work. ... "
" ... WILL NOT LINK UP WITH MY WIFI OR BLUE TOOTH. ... "
" ... Couldnt get it to connect with bluetooth or WiFi. ... "
Controls
5turn, control, want, plug, phone
+80%
-20%
" ... I love having control on my phone if I want to turn off any program times I have. ... "
" ... It controls everything now a days. ... "
" ... He is also thrilled that there is a on/off button on the plug itself. ... "
" ... Love how I can turn device on if away from home with touch of a button ... "
Clock
5turn, set, turns, schedule, night
+100%
" ... I set few schedules throughout the night so it turns on/off by itself. ... "
" ... I have another for my bedroom lights and again set a schedule to turn on in the morning. ... It's easier to get out of bed when a light turns on in the morning vs an alarm. ... "
" ... We can now tell Alexa to turn on and off our Christmas tree and can set a timer!! ... "
" ... There is even a timer setting to turn your lights on and off on a schedule. ... "
Fit
5plugs, switch, smart, power, large
+60%
-40%
" ... The plug is small enough that another standard plug (not a smart one) will fit into the outlet with it. ... "
" ... This Gosund mini smart switch was the perfect fit so that I could control a lamp. ... "
Comfort
5know, able
+80%
-20%
" ... It makes things easier when I don't have enough hands to turn something on. ... "
" ... It is very convenient for me to be able to control the lights from the comfort of my bed. ... "
" ... It makes me feel safer and it helps me know that I don’t have to stress about stumbling in the dark when I get home from work! ... "
" ... There are somethings that I unplug, whenever I leave for long periods of time, that I would love to be able to know that I turned them off, when I travel. ... "
Build Quality
5broke
+40%
-60%
" ... Mine just broke another day after about 3-4 months of use. ... "
" ... The only issue is the build. ... "
" ... All plugs eventually broke within 2 months. ... "
For Fun
4+100%
" ... I have fun with mine. ... "
" ... Its a fun gadget to add to the house, the kids love using "magic" to turn the light on and off. ... "
" ... Having a smart home is fun! ... "
Coffee
4pot, maker, get, bed, make
+75%
-25%
" ... My coffee pot is plugged into one I fix the coffee pot the night before. ... "
" ... I use it for my lights, radio, & coffee pot. ... "
Volume
4room, used, small, living room lamp, living room
+100%
" ... Now I just tell Alexia to turn my four lamps in the living room to turn on without having to go to each one and doing it by hand. ... "
" ... I also integrated Alexa to turn on and off the light with other functions on a routine I formed in the theater room . ... "
" ... Now, I used them for our living room lamp and such. ... "
" ... Its small profile makes it unobtrusive in the room. ... "
Storage
4one, size, outlet
+75%
-25%
" ... It's nice that it only takes up one outlet space. ... "
" ... I use one for my refrigerator. ... "
" ... They work just as well, and take up less space. ... "
Wash Programs
3use, setting, schedule, also, turn
+100%
" ... Oh, and it can also can be put on a timer! ... "
" ... It also has a timer so you can schedule when you want it to operate. ... "
" ... There is even a timer setting to turn your lights on and off on a schedule. ... "
For Running
3house, lamps
+100%
" ... I am currently running 7 of these smart plugs in my house. ... "
" ... I have several of these running the lamps in my house. ... "
" ... Once we got it all up and running it works great! ... "
For Kids
3kids
+100%
" ... Our granddaughter enjoys talking to it as well 👍🤣 ... "
" ... Kids hate it, but I love it. ... "
" ... My kids love this thing. ... "
Cooling
3turn, room, gadget
+100%
" ... I used it for my pedestal fan and air-conditioning unit. ... "
" ... This is pretty cool! ... "
" ... Such a cool gadget! ... "
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Connectivity
WiFi: Yes
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