Aqara Smart Plug (EU) vs Sonoff Wifi Smart Plug S40 Lite

Updated December 2025

Data from Amazon and official Aqara and Sonoff sites.

2026 verdict

In this 2026 comparison, Aqara Smart Plug (EU) comes out ahead overall. It separates itself most clearly on rating, maximum load power, and overheat/overload protection, while still looking better on energy monitoring and integrations. Choose Sonoff Wifi Smart Plug S40 Lite only if price and connectivity matters more to you than the broader advantage from Aqara Smart Plug (EU). That is why Aqara Smart Plug (EU) wins the verdict here.

Winner

Aqara

Aqara Smart Plug (EU)

16% OFF

€24.99

€20.95

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Sonoff

Sonoff Wifi Smart Plug S40 Lite

$11.99

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Feature	Aqara Smart Plug (EU)	Sonoff Wifi Smart Plug S40 Lite	Winner
Price	€20.95	$11.99	Sonoff Wifi Smart Plug S40 Lite
Rating	4.5	4.2	Aqara Smart Plug (EU)
Maximum Load Power	2300W	1500W	Aqara Smart Plug (EU)
Overheat/Overload Protection	YES	NO	Aqara Smart Plug (EU)
Energy Monitoring	YES	NO	Aqara Smart Plug (EU)
Connectivity	Zigbee	2.4 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth	Sonoff Wifi Smart Plug S40 Lite
Integrations	Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant, IFTTT, Matter	Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, IFTTT	Aqara Smart Plug (EU)
Zibgee Router	YES	NO	Aqara Smart Plug (EU)
Plug Format	Type F	Type B	Different strengths
Warranty	1 year	1 year	Tie
Weather Resistance	NO	NO	Tie
On/Off Button	YES	YES	Tie

Winner

Aqara

Aqara Smart Plug (EU)

16% OFF

€24.99

€20.95

BUY NOW

+ Rating: 4.5
+ Maximum Load Power: 2300W
+ Overheat/Overload Protection: YES
- Price: €20.95 vs $11.99
- Connectivity: Zigbee vs 2.4 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth

Sonoff

Sonoff Wifi Smart Plug S40 Lite

$11.99

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+ Price: $11.99
+ Connectivity: 2.4 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth
- Rating: 4.2 vs 4.5
- Maximum Load Power: 1500W vs 2300W

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Aqara Smart Plug (EU) or Sonoff Wifi Smart Plug S40 Lite?: Aqara Smart Plug (EU) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, maximum load power, and overheat/overload protection.
What is the biggest difference between Aqara Smart Plug (EU) and Sonoff Wifi Smart Plug S40 Lite?: Price is one of the clearest differences: Aqara Smart Plug (EU) lists €20.95, while Sonoff Wifi Smart Plug S40 Lite lists $11.99.
Which one looks better on price?: Aqara Smart Plug (EU) is listed at €20.95, while Sonoff Wifi Smart Plug S40 Lite is listed at $11.99. Sonoff Wifi Smart Plug S40 Lite (better spec).
Who should buy Aqara Smart Plug (EU)?: Choose Aqara Smart Plug (EU) if your priority is rating and maximum load power and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Sonoff Wifi Smart Plug S40 Lite?: Choose Sonoff Wifi Smart Plug S40 Lite if your priority is price and connectivity and that matters more than rating.