Amazon Smart Plug | Works with Alexa | Simple setup, endless possibilitiesReducing CO2

So I’m kind of new to the amazon device family. We just got our echo a few months ago. I’ve been a prime member for over 10 years so I’m familiar with how amazon has changed life as we knew it (for me anyway). I saw the amazon smart plug when I was searching for any brand smart plug that had Alexa control with it. It’s been in my cart saved for later for at least a month! I finally decided to just pre order it so that I could review it and hopefully help other people that are like me and have fallen way behind in the tech field. For reference I’m an almost 34 year old mom of 2. This means that my 8 year old stole my iPad, iMac, and I haven’t had a computer of my own in about 4 years! So I do everything from my iPhone. I’ve had some weird issues with our echo and my Alexa app that it will just randomly pause a song so I’m not sure what that is about.ANYWAY! I received my new amazon smart plug the day it was released (so glad it’s not like a new iPhone or PlayStation where people camp out ahead of time or do people still do this??). It was easier than I expected but harder than was described in the listing because my Alexa didn’t just recognize it.Setup:Since my Alexa didn’t recognize it on its own, I had to unplug the smart plug and quickly scan the code on the back of the plug, then plug it back in fast so that when it scanned for it it would see it plugged in. After that it was very simple. I was able to plug in my baby monitor and then tell Alexa to “turn off plug one” and it turned off! It is so cool!Future:I think homes will end up being built with these right into the electrical system. Maybe they already are.Comparing:With so many different brands offering smart plugs with Alexa integration I can’t see myself buying any more than 1 for $25. Too many are 2 for $20. While it’s nice to have the amazon support backing this up, I just can’t afford to fill my home with them at such a high cost comparative to other brands that do the same exact thing.Overall:If you can afford to fill your plugs with these then do! This smart plug is easy and awesome! But if you’re on a tight budget like I am, I would try a different brand first and see if those will work just as well.Every time I purchase something online, I always check the reviews. I count on others to help me choose the best option. My reviews are always my honest opinion and I try to include photos if possible.If my review has helped you in any way, please click the "helpful" button below so that I know! If you have any questions feel free to ask! Thank you!

This smart plug works great, it's easy to setup and runs seamlessly with Alexa

Nice to be able to turn off the bedroom light without having to get out of bed.

Works as described. Super easy set up and synched with my Echo Dot so Alexa responds to commands. Perfect!

Long term review (3 years):I had this plug for about three years now and it serves me very well. I used it for my desk lamp in my university apartment for a hands free integration with Alexa and this plug sat in the same outlet for all of those years. If the power ever went out or the internet went down and came back, it was quick to reconnect and reset itself.My only complaint is that the plug is really wide which can interfere with other plugs, depending on your outlet setup. That's the only reason it's 4 instead of 5 stars.

I'm using this so that I can easily turn on and off my bedside lamp which has a turn knob that I can't maneuver with hand lotion on! I know; not a major problem! It also helps if I walk into the room at dark.Just as I was typing this review I went into the room with the new plug and said to turn on the "first plug" which she had said to use as my command on setting it up, but Alexa said, "I'm just getting used to your having this plug; is it being used to turn on a light?" I said yes, and Alexa said O.K. So now I just need to say, "Alexa, turn on the light." Or "Turn off the light." At this time I have only one Alexa/Echo plug.

They work great and are quick and simple to connect and use.Makes everything in your home easier when you are using your hands for other tasks.

This plug works great with the alexa app, the setup was easy.