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Aqara Smart Plug (EU) vs Eve Energy (EU)

Full Smart Plugs comparison in 2026

Data from Amazon and official Aqara and Eve sites.
2026 verdict
For most European buyers the Aqara Smart Plug (EU) is the stronger smart plug, landing ahead on price, owner rating, built-in overheat and overload protection, and its ability to double as a Zigbee router. The Eve Energy (EU) answers with a higher 2500W maximum load and a very different connectivity model: it runs on Thread and Matter (needing a Thread border router such as a HomePod mini or Apple TV) and adds native Samsung SmartThings, which the Aqara lacks. Both are Type F plugs with genuine energy monitoring aimed at Apple HomeKit, Alexa and Google Home households. Choose the Aqara Smart Plug (EU) if you are on Zigbee and want the better-rated, protected, mesh-extending option; choose the Eve Energy (EU) if you are building a Thread and Matter home or specifically want SmartThings and account-free local control.
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FeatureAqara Smart Plug (EU)Eve Energy (EU)Winner
Price€20.95€34.99Aqara Smart Plug (EU)
Rating4.54.2Aqara Smart Plug (EU)
Maximum Load Power2300W2500WEve Energy (EU)
Overheat/Overload ProtectionYESNOAqara Smart Plug (EU)
Zibgee RouterYESNOAqara Smart Plug (EU)
Warranty1 year1 yearTie
Weather ResistanceNONOTie
Plug FormatType FType FTie
Energy MonitoringYESYESTie
ConnectivityZigbeeThread ProtocolTie
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant, IFTTT, MatterGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterTie
On/Off ButtonYESYESTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Aqara Smart Plug (EU) or Eve Energy (EU)?

The Aqara Smart Plug (EU) wins overall. It is the more affordable and better-rated unit, adds overheat and overload protection, and works as a Zigbee router to strengthen the mesh. The Eve Energy (EU) remains a strong Thread/Matter alternative, especially for Apple-centric homes.

What is the biggest difference between the Aqara Smart Plug (EU) and the Eve Energy (EU)?

Connectivity is the biggest split. The Aqara runs on Zigbee and needs a Zigbee hub, while the Eve Energy uses Thread and Matter and needs a Thread border router. The Eve also supports Samsung SmartThings, which the Aqara does not, and handles a higher 2500W load.

Do both plugs offer energy monitoring?

Yes. Both the Aqara Smart Plug (EU) and the Eve Energy (EU) include energy monitoring and use a Type F plug, and both integrate with Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, Google Home and Home Assistant, so appliance power tracking is covered either way.

Who should buy the Aqara Smart Plug (EU)?

Buyers standardizing on Zigbee who want the more affordable, higher-rated plug with overheat/overload protection and Zigbee mesh extension should pick the Aqara Smart Plug (EU).

Who should buy the Eve Energy (EU)?

Buyers building a Thread and Matter smart home, particularly Apple Home users who value account-free local control and SmartThings support, and who want the higher 2500W load, should choose the Eve Energy (EU).

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