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Aqara Smart Plug (US) vs Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets)

Full Smart Plugs comparison in 2026

Updated July 2026
Data from Amazon and official Aqara and Meross sites.
2026 verdict
The Aqara Smart Plug (US) is the stronger smart plug overall in this pairing, winning on price, owner rating, maximum load, energy monitoring, overheat/overload protection, broader integrations and Zigbee router functionality. The Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) still owns its niche with the one thing the Aqara cannot do: an IP44 weatherproof housing carrying three independently controllable outlets for string lights, a fountain, inflatables and a heat lamp. The Aqara is a Zigbee, indoor-only plug that needs a hub, while the Meross is a hub-free 2.4GHz Wi-Fi plug (HomeKit, Alexa, Google, SmartThings) with no energy monitoring. Both are Type B for North American outlets. Choose the Aqara Smart Plug (US) for indoor energy tracking and mesh extension; choose the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) when you need weatherproof control of several outdoor loads at once.
FeatureAqara Smart Plug (US)Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets)Winner
Price$29.99$30.99Aqara Smart Plug (US)
Rating4.54.3Aqara Smart Plug (US)
Weather ResistanceNOIP44Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets)
Maximum Load Power1875W1800WAqara Smart Plug (US)
Overheat/Overload ProtectionYESNOAqara Smart Plug (US)
Energy MonitoringYESNOAqara Smart Plug (US)
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant, IFTTT, MatterGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantAqara Smart Plug (US)
Zibgee RouterYESNOAqara Smart Plug (US)
Plug FormatType BType BTie
ConnectivityZigbee2.4 GHz WiFiTie
On/Off ButtonYESYESTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Aqara Smart Plug (US) or Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets)?

The Aqara Smart Plug (US) wins overall, with a lower price, higher rating, higher load, energy monitoring, overheat/overload protection and more integrations. The Meross wins for its purpose: weatherproof control of multiple outdoor loads.

What is the biggest difference between the Aqara Smart Plug (US) and the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets)?

The Meross has an IP44 weatherproof housing with three independently controllable outdoor outlets, while the Aqara is a single indoor-only outlet that adds energy monitoring, a higher load and Zigbee router functionality.

Which is better for running several outdoor devices?

The Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) is built for that, with three weatherproof outlets you can schedule and switch independently. The Aqara Smart Plug (US) is indoor-only with one outlet, so it is not suited to exposed outdoor gear.

Who should buy the Aqara Smart Plug (US)?

Choose the Aqara Smart Plug (US) for indoor use where you want energy monitoring, a higher maximum load, Apple HomeKit and Home Assistant support, and Zigbee mesh extension.

Who should buy the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets)?

Choose the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) if you need to control multiple outdoor loads, such as holiday lighting, a fountain and a heat lamp, from one weatherproof unit with independent scheduling via HomeKit, Alexa, Google or SmartThings.

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