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Smart Plug Compatible with Alexa Google Assistant for Voice Control Teckin Mini Smart Outlet Wifi Socket with Timer Function No Hub Required White FCC ETL Certified
Last Updated: April 30, 2020 (Refresh Now)
8.9
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Software Platform
366app, google home, plugs, google, smart
+92%
-8%
" ... If you carefully follow the instructions including down loading their app. ... Connecting the plug through their app allowed your Elexa to find the device. ... "
" ... My 6 year old loves being able to turn the lights and Tv on by just telling Alexa! ... "
" ... Product works well with Alexa and with the native app. ... "
" ... The Alexa integration works really well. ... "
" ... Easy to install and integrate with Google Home Mini ... "
" ... Super easy to setup with the app and I use them with both my Amazon Echo and Google Home. ... "
" ... Was a little challenging to get integrated with Echo Dot but the plugs work great when turned on/off manually through the app. ... "
" ... I use with Google home with no issues. ... "
Ease of Use
297easy to set, set, easy to use, easy to install, setup
+98%
-2%
" ... I liked how easy it was to set them all up. ... "
" ... Easy to set up. ... "
" ... Very easy set up, reliable and simple programming. ... "
" ... The setup was fairly easy ... "
" ... easy to set up and use. ... "
" ... easy to set up. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... This is a easy install and was able to integrate with google assistant in no time. ... "
Device Compatibility
286app, connect, plugs, smart, google home
+91%
-9%
" ... Much better than Wemo. ... "
" ... Easy to install and integrate with Alexa. ... "
" ... Pairing the app with Google Home or Alexa was super easy too. ... I love the fact that I can schedule my devices when to turn on/off. ... "
" ... Seamless integration with the app and my Amazon Echo. ... Perfect to transition to a Smart Home setup! ... "
" ... And they work with my Google Home setup natively. ... The smart plug was on the 2.4 GHz network the whole time, but the trick is also getting your phone, and therefore the Smart Life app, on to that network as well for the initial configuration. ... "
" ... Works great with Alexa! ... "
" ... Works perfectly with Google home and Alexa. ... "
" ... This product works well with Google Home App on iPhone, Google Home Assistant, and Google Home Mini. ... It also has its own app if you don't have a smart home hub. ... "
Setup
273setup, easy to install, install, set, app
+97%
-3%
" ... Easy to install and use. ... "
" ... They quickly connect to smart accounts and you can setup multiple functions so the your plugs work how you want them too! ... "
" ... They are easy to install and work as advertised. ... "
" ... Super easy to connect to google home! ... "
" ... Once I figured out how to set my router to 2.5 g, everything worked great. ... "
" ... Easy to install. ... "
" ... Just follow the clear directions! ... "
" ... Physical setup consists of plugging in to the wall. ... The "smart" setup was almost as simple. ... "
Apps
161alexa, smart life app, google home, plugs, smart
+91%
-9%
" ... I was a little annoyed that I would need yet one more app on my phone, but once I set up the schedule, I honestly have never needed to go back into that app again. ... "
" ... But scheduling features (like auto-off rules after certain time) can be improved in the app. ... "
" ... I used the Smart Life app, IFTTT, and Google Hub/Assistant for control, but I have not yet tried Amazon Alexa which of course they say works too. ... "
" ... I installed the Smart Life APP on my android cell phone. ... "
" ... Using with Google Home/Google Assistant. ... "
" ... They require the Smart Life app, and this works well with Alexa (Amazon Echo). ... "
" ... For example, "Hey Google . ... "
" ... Download the software, recognize the device, set up a name. ... "
Ports
64smart, plugs, outlet, outlets, smart plugs
+88%
-13%
" ... I used them for bedside table lamps in a crowed multiplug outlet with four other devices. ... All my other WIFI plugs were 2 inches or more. ... "
" ... I've had about 3 other brands of smart plugs. ... "
" ... Plug works great! ... "
" ... These Teckin Mini Smart Outlets are awesome! ... "
" ... I don't know why I waited this long to get smart plugs. ... Now - I have my ACs plugged into these smart outlets. ... "
" ... Purchased the smart plug 4-pack for my home, and so glad I did. ... "
" ... This is a great smart plug at a great value. ... "
" ... These are nice smart plugs. ... "
Product Reliability
60working, plugs, stopped, months, work
+62%
-38%
" ... Just a few issues setting-up, but was able to work through fairly quickly. ... "
" ... Everything worked flawlessly. ... "
" ... It has been working great ever since. ... "
" ... They work flawlessly. ... "
" ... And they worked instantly. ... "
" ... These plugs have worked without fail for almost 2 months now. ... "
" ... I've had these plugs for about two months and have had no problems so far. ... They have been working well so far. ... "
" ... These worked as expected. ... "
Wifi
53router, network, connect, easy, 2
+79%
-21%
" ... They have never lost connection to Wi-Fi, they have never lost connection to Alexa. ... "
" ... No frills wifi plug. ... "
" ... The WiFi signal is great! ... "
" ... The range may be somewhat limited depending on your router, but I was able to reach from the router near the center of my house to the detached garage without any issues. ... "
" ... Well, I have a 5GHz network, the Google Wifi mesh network with 3 access points. ... "
" ... I have them running on my Guest WiFi network and haven't had any problems yet. ... "
" ... Fortunately, since my router is upstairs in an office near the rear of the house, the WiFi plug was able to connect to the WiFi properly and has performed flawlessly for over a month so far. ... "
" ... It works fine even if it receives very little signal from my wifi router. ... "
Capacity
50lamps, room, lights, rooms, turn
+100%
" ... I like that I can turn the lights on from the driveway (or anywhere, really) so we're not walking into a dark house at night. ... "
" ... I bought these for our table lamps and our regular tall stand up lamp and bedroom lamps . ... "
" ... I want one for every appliance in my house ... "
" ... Easy to connect to wifi, easy to set up custom controls, easy to use for whole family. ... "
" ... Used for table/ Floor Lamps. ... "
" ... Instalation was a breeze and have had no issues when using in multiple rooms with different devices. ... "
" ... Purchased a 4 pack for my new house . ... "
" ... i have four of these around the house and one in the garage. ... or turn the light on in the kids room or garage. ... "
Price
48money, product, work, value, want
+90%
-10%
" ... very nice and super cheap for the price! ... "
" ... Good value for the money! ... "
" ... Great for the price. ... "
" ... And can't beat the price! ... "
" ... And the price is right! ... "
" ... I have had these for over a month and they work great, the same as the other major brands that sell 1 for the price of 4. ... "
" ... Once I got it to that point, though, no complaints about the devices themselves, especially in regards to the price! ... "
" ... Suggest others look further into compatability before purchasing any of these brands with a low cost. ... "
Network
38router, network, house, 2, 2 4ghz
+74%
-26%
" ... They are great, however, it drains my wifi signal to my other devices. ... "
" ... I will be buying more for my house to complete my smart home network. ... "
" ... No issues with reception all over the home. ... "
" ... It works fine even if it receives very little signal from my wifi router. ... "
" ... Fortunately, since my router is upstairs in an office near the rear of the house, the WiFi plug was able to connect to the WiFi properly and has performed flawlessly for over a month so far. ... "
" ... The wifi signal reached to the opposite end of my 2500 sq ft home, other brand plugs would not do that! ... "
" ... Once the 2.4 GHz was the only wifi channel the plugs connected IMMEDIATELY and worked perfectly. ... "
" ... My 5g router has a 2.4g channels and they were named the same. ... I had to go in the router and specially name the 5g vs 2.4 but once that was done it was all coasting from there. ... "
Cables
35love, quality, plug, smart, price
+97%
-3%
" ... Oh, and yes, these plugs work great. ... "
" ... These plugs work exactly as intended. ... "
" ... These plugs are great! ... "
" ... The plugs appear to be of good quality. ... "
" ... Love these plugs!!! ... "
" ... These plugs are fantastic, high quality and a great price! ... "
" ... These plugs work as advertised. ... "
" ... These plugs are the best! ... "
Marketplace
30seller, product, sent, order, amazon
+93%
-7%
" ... Product shipped quickly and works great, very convenient. ... "
" ... Works exactly as expected. ... "
" ... These really work as advertised. ... "
" ... I bought 8 of these and they work as advertised. ... "
" ... Amazon was fantastic. ... "
" ... Thank you great product. ... "
" ... I plan on buying another multipack soon! ... "
" ... Buy and thank me later. ... "
Features
28turn, set, light, use, timer
+93%
-7%
" ... Automation to turn lights on and off at sunrise and sunset is cool. ... "
" ... Having used mechanical timers for controlling lights, I decided it was time to automate. ... "
" ... turn on night lights . ... "
" ... I intend on using this to control several lights in the house. ... "
" ... I really like the convenience of turning the lights on and off without even getting up lol ... "
" ... Plenty of extra features. ... "
" ... Couldn't be more pleased, and am now looking into smart switches as well for exterior lighting. ... "
" ... Then you can turn on and off as well as set a timer. ... "
Delivery
19product, fast, delivery, delivered, perfect
+74%
-26%
" ... Arrived quickly and as described. ... "
" ... They arrived in perfect condition on the date they were promised. ... "
" ... Delivered on time. ... "
" ... Came on time . ... "
" ... Shipped as expected recieved on schedule. ... "
" ... Works really well and arrived swiftly! ... "
" ... This product arrived when promised. ... "
" ... Delivery was fast turn around. ... "
Size
15small, compact, something, perfect, outlet
+87%
-13%
" ... The size is a little bit bigger than the average. ... "
" ... Love these handy little things! ... "
" ... Size is great b/c it allows you to use the other outlet with ease. ... "
" ... Small size makes these ideal for discreet spaces. ... "
" ... The compact size is perfect and doesn't block the neighboring outlet. ... "
" ... But this one is perfect size, it doesn't cover other socket. ... "
" ... Nice size and usability ... "
" ... Compact size, easy to use ... "
Controls
13switch, voice, like, easy, button
+85%
-15%
" ... So, we can't speak to any voice control functionality or anything of the sort, but it's perfect for what we wanted. ... "
" ... There is an audible 'click' sound when you turn the switch on/off, which I do not mind. ... "
" ... It will be nice to be able to control some things by voice, and the stup was simple. ... "
" ... -Long press the button so the lights flash rapidly ... "
" ... I love the that I am able to control my lamps and stereo system when I am not home! ... "
" ... Easy control of all functions (on/off, schedule, routines, etc.) ... "
" ... I impressed how easy it is to use, it has also button on the side to turn off or on . ... "
" ... or to control their operation remotely. ... "
Product As Described
12works
+100%
" ... Works just as described. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works just as advertised. ... "
" ... These really work as advertised. ... "
" ... Work as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... I bought 8 of these and they work as advertised. ... "
Call quality
11hear, control, teckin, support, sent
+91%
-9%
" ... Note that for voice integration you will need the Echo or other similar product. ... "
" ... So, we can't speak to any voice control functionality or anything of the sort, but it's perfect for what we wanted. ... "
" ... The voice command is great going into a dark room. ... "
" ... Now if only Google Assistant could hear me better . ... "
" ... I renamed the plugs to the name I wanted to call them. ... "
" ... Haven’t tried Alexa yet but looking forward to voice commands. ... "
" ... It will be nice to be able to control some things by voice, and the stup was simple. ... "
" ... Love the set up, my wife can now use her fan by voice. ... "
Coffee
10maker, turn, lights, etc, alexa
+100%
" ... It has allowed me to set up my coffee maker, tv, and more! ... "
" ... So now I can get up in the morning to the smell of fresh coffee and my bedside lamp wakes me up by switching on automatically at 5 am! ... "
" ... its nice to wake up and tell alexa to "turn on coffee maker". ... "
" ... I love that my coffee is waiting for me and the kitchen lights are on when I get up! ... "
" ... I would highly recommend them if you are looking to automate and control some of your devices that are not currently smart (lamps, coffee maker, etc.) ... "
" ... I connected it to my percolator and put it on a schedule, so I have fresh coffee every morning. ... "
" ... I was looking to set up my coffee maker and a few lights to be turned on and off with Alexa. ... Now I can wake up at varying times and have my coffee maker turn on with Alexa. ... "
" ... I use these plugs to start my coffee pot in the morning, turn on and off the kitchen sink water heater (for tea), and control lights around the house (both indoor and out). ... "
Returns
10back, return, tried, solution, returning
+10%
-90%
" ... It took me forever and I finally have given up and am returning them. ... "
" ... I will be returning them all. ... "
" ... Returned for refund since it is not written in the headline, product description! ... "
" ... It's really frustrating I spent money and can't return. ... "
" ... Would look at buying a different brand, and now it's too late to return them! ... "
" ... Tried several times. ... "
" ... Returning after spending HOURS trying to set it up. ... "
" ... I've wasted a lot of time troubleshooting and I'm just going to return them. ... "
Comfort
9quality, good
+78%
-22%
" ... feeling pretty spoiled without having to lift a finger ... "
" ... Now we do not have to worry about going into their room when they fall asleep to turn it off. ... "
" ... I’m good with tech so I figured it out - would worry for someone not as comfortable. ... "
" ... Home is comfy when I get there. ... "
" ... No more anxiety wondering if I left my curling iron on! ... "
" ... Product of very good quality, in your hand you feel that it is made with good materials. ... "
" ... It is great since I wear my Apple Watch 24/7 and with my new baby I can just turn on and off a light without shifting her. ... "
Build Quality
8good, plugs
+88%
-13%
" ... Looks like a product with a good build quality. ... "
" ... This is my first smart plug - I like that it’s sturdy, compact, and nice looking! ... "
" ... Product of very good quality, in your hand you feel that it is made with good materials. ... "
" ... The quality seems good, and considering I'm not planning on carrying them around or throwing them off of buildings or anything like that, I expect them to last a good while. ... "
" ... Made with high quality materials. ... "
Design
7+100%
" ... Looks like a product with a good build quality. ... "
" ... Slim low profile designs makes it very unobtrusive ... "
" ... They are easy to set-up, sleek looking, and work great. ... "
" ... Overall, the outlets are aesthetically pleasing. ... "
" ... Looks and packaged good ... "
" ... The look and feel of these is also a plus. ... "
For Fun
5+100%
" ... I currently have four and it’s fun turning things on and off with just a word . ... "
" ... So much fun! ... "
" ... These are so much fun. ... "
" ... Its fun as heck! ... "
Overall performance
5reliable, easy to use
+100%
" ... It does the job! ... "
" ... So far, we are very pleased and will update this post if any performance issues arise. ... "
Remote
5plugs, light, controlled, would
+100%
" ... We had the plugs that came with a remote for some time before these lovely smart plugs. ... "
" ... Easy set up and now I can voice or remote control lightings around the house. ... "
" ... I can now turn off my dumb AC without walking across the room or looking for the remote. ... "
" ... The reason we bought the smart plugs was because we couldn’t get a replacement remote control for our TV in our bedroom. ... "
" ... Before these I had some similar remote controlled sockets from Walmart. ... I also recommend these as the company produces remote light bulbs, and the app has support for zigbee devices. ... "
Fit
5standard, plug, outlet, wall, one
+80%
-20%
" ... Hold the phone very close to the socket when setting up and you will have no issues. ... "
" ... pro tip: you have to hold your phone close to the plugs when initially setting up the devices. ... "
" ... Another standard plug can fit with the smart plug. ... "
" ... This fit the bill- it was easy to set up (like anything else, the first one takes a few minutes, but subsequent units go faster) and thus far, these have been great units. ... "
Sound Quality
4audible, switch
+75%
-25%
" ... Able to power on small sub amps remotely. ... "
" ... There is an audible 'click' sound when you turn the switch on/off, which I do not mind. ... "
" ... My previous outlet timers were all mechanical and made sound, which was audible at night. ... "
Power Consumption
4+75%
-25%
" ... The ability to use Alexa and the app to control the power consumption from the outlets is great! ... I feel like this will be a great way to keep a handle on my electricity bill moving forward! ... "
" ... I've experienced multiple power outages in the last month with all the thunderstorms we've had. ... "
ISP
4router, connect
-100%
" ... not have Frontier router. ... "
" ... Did not connect at all ... "
Wash Programs
3set, well, turn
+100%
" ... I use the timer functionality exclusively and they haven't let me down. ... "
" ... You can set a timer, schedule, or random (to help when you are away from home). ... "
" ... Then you can turn on and off as well as set a timer. ... "
For Travel
3+67%
-33%
" ... I travel a lot, so it saves time being able to charge my lawn mower and trimmer batteries during my flight home by simply the press of a button on their app. ... "
" ... I bought these to automate some lights in my home since I travel a lot for work and they work well from what I can tell. ... "
For Kids
3+67%
-33%
" ... Set a couple up to some lamps for my kids as nightlights and haven't had any issues. ... "
As a Starter Product
3google home, easy, automation
+100%
" ... I love how easy it was too get this setup with the rest of my Google home automation. ... "
" ... Will be buying more in the future when expanding home automation. ... "
" ... I bought these as my first step in home automation. ... "
As Gift
3set, christmas
+100%
" ... Plan on buying more and some as gifts. ... "
" ... This is my second set for myself and also bought a set as a gift at Christmas. ... "
" ... It was a surprise gift for my wife and she loves it too ... "
Clock
3turn, clock, timer, set, morning
+67%
-33%
" ... We use Alexa routines as an alarm clock to turn lights on in the morning as well as a light to let our toddler know when she can get up in the morning. ... "
" ... Then you can turn on and off as well as set a timer. ... "
Bluetooth
3google, alexa, super, smart life app, setup
+100%
" ... Pairing the app with Google Home or Alexa was super easy too. ... "
" ... I purchased these to use with the Best Buy Insignia bluetooth speaker with built-in Google Assistant (which my husband bought as a gift, and I'll be the first to admit I absolutely did not want). ... "
" ... 1) Pair with your Bluetooth enabled Home Hun (Alexa, Google, etc) and the Home Hub manages the IOT devices! ... "
Night Photography
3turn, lights
+67%
-33%
" ... turn on night lights . ... "
" ... I use this product for scheduling my landscape lighting to come on at night. ... "
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