Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official Meross site.
2026 verdict
The Meross Outdoor Smart Plug wins this smart plug comparison against the Amazon Smart Plug wherever the socket sits outside: its IP44 weatherproof housing, wider integrations covering Apple HomeKit, Google Home, Alexa and Samsung SmartThings, and a physical on/off button all outclass an indoor-only, Alexa-exclusive plug. The Amazon Smart Plug keeps the edge on typical price and owner rating, and it is still the fastest plug here to set up for a household that only uses Alexa. What tips this pair further toward the Meross is versatility outdoors specifically: its two independently switched outlets suit holiday lighting or a garden device on separate schedules, and HomeKit users can even run it fully locally through an Apple TV hub with no internet connection required. Neither plug adds energy monitoring, and both rely on 2.4GHz Wi-Fi rather than a hub. Choose the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug for any outdoor lighting or device that needs weatherproofing and multi-platform control; choose the Amazon Smart Plug only for a simple, budget indoor setup inside an all-Alexa home.
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| Feature | Amazon Smart Plug | Meross Outdoor Smart Plug | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $24.99 | $23.39 | Meross Outdoor Smart Plug |
| Rating | 4.7 | 4.4 | Amazon Smart Plug |
| Weather Resistance | NO | IP44 | Meross Outdoor Smart Plug |
| Integrations | Alexa | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Meross Outdoor Smart Plug |
| On/Off Button | NO | YES | Meross Outdoor Smart Plug |
| Plug Format | Type B | Type B | Tie |
| Overheat/Overload Protection | NO | NO | Tie |
| Energy Monitoring | NO | NO | Tie |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi | 2.4 GHz WiFi | Tie |
| Zibgee Router | NO | NO | Tie |
- + Rating: 4.7
- - Price: $24.99 vs $23.39
- - Weather Resistance: NO vs IP44
Winner
10% OFF
$23.39
$25.99
- + Price: $23.39
- + Weather Resistance: IP44
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
- - Rating: 4.4 vs 4.7
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Amazon Smart Plug or Meross Outdoor Smart Plug?
The Meross Outdoor Smart Plug wins overall for outdoor use, with IP44 weatherproofing, two independently switched outlets, and integrations covering HomeKit, Google Home, Alexa and SmartThings. The Amazon Smart Plug stays cheaper and better rated for simple indoor use.
What is the biggest difference between the Amazon Smart Plug and the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug?
Weather resistance. The Amazon Smart Plug has no weather resistance rating and is indoor use only. The Meross Outdoor Smart Plug carries an IP44 rating and is built for outdoor sockets, with two independently controllable outlets in one housing.
Does the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug work with Apple HomeKit without an internet connection?
Yes. Owners report it can be configured and run entirely through an Apple TV hub with no internet required, even on an isolated network, which the Amazon Smart Plug cannot match since it depends on Alexa and an internet connection.
Do either of these plugs monitor energy usage?
No. Neither the Amazon Smart Plug nor the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug tracks power consumption.
Who should buy the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug?
Anyone controlling outdoor lights or devices on separate schedules, who wants Apple HomeKit, Google Home, Alexa or SmartThings support and weatherproofing, should choose the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug.
Who should buy the Amazon Smart Plug?
Buyers with a simple indoor lamp, fan or appliance to control on Alexa, who want the lowest-cost, hub-free setup, should choose the Amazon Smart Plug instead.
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