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Updated November 2026
Data from the official Aqara and YoLink sites.
2026 verdict
The Aqara Smart Plug (US) edges this smart plug matchup, thanks to a higher 1875W maximum load, a wider set of connectivity and integration options and Zigbee router functionality that the YoLink Mini Plug does not offer.
YoLink's plug answers with real strengths of its own: it is the more affordable, higher-rated option, and its long-range LoRa wireless reaches basements, barns and detached buildings where Wi-Fi and Zigbee simply drop out. Both are Type B plugs that need a hub, include energy monitoring and overheat/overload protection, and work with Alexa, Google Home, Home Assistant and Matter through their respective hubs. Choose the Aqara Smart Plug (US) if you want HomeKit, a higher load and Zigbee mesh extension; choose the YoLink Mini Plug if you need reliable control at long range across a large property.
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| Feature | Aqara Smart Plug (US) | YoLink Mini Plug | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $29.99 | $19.99 | YoLink Mini Plug |
| Rating | 4.4 | 4.6 | YoLink Mini Plug |
| Maximum Load Power | 1875W | 1800W | Aqara Smart Plug (US) |
| Connectivity | Zigbee | None | Aqara Smart Plug (US) |
| Zigbee Router | YES | NO | Aqara Smart Plug (US) |
| Weather Resistance | NO | NO | Tie |
| Plug Format | Type B | Type B | Tie |
| Overheat/Overload Protection | YES | YES | Tie |
| Energy Monitoring | YES | YES | Tie |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Tie |
| On/Off Button | YES | YES | Tie |
Winner
9% OFF
Prime exclusive deal$29.99
$32.99
- + Maximum Load Power: 1875W
- + Connectivity: Zigbee
- + Zigbee Router: YES
- - Price: $29.99 vs $19.99
- - Rating: 4.4 vs 4.6
$19.99
- + Price: $19.99
- + Rating: 4.6
- - Maximum Load Power: 1800W vs 1875W
- - Connectivity: None vs Zigbee
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Aqara Smart Plug (US) or YoLink Mini Plug?
The Aqara Smart Plug (US) wins overall, with a higher 1875W load, more integrations including Apple HomeKit and Zigbee router functionality. The YoLink Mini Plug is the more affordable, higher-rated pick whose LoRa wireless excels at long range.
What is the biggest difference between the Aqara Smart Plug (US) and the YoLink Mini Plug?
Their wireless protocol. The Aqara uses Zigbee (Zigbee hub required) and acts as a Zigbee router, while the YoLink Mini Plug uses long-range LoRa through the YoLink hub, which reaches far beyond typical Zigbee or Wi-Fi range but needs that hub to work at all.
Which plug is better for outbuildings far from the router?
The YoLink Mini Plug. Its LoRa wireless is built for distance and owners report reliable operation from basements, barns and detached buildings hundreds of feet away, where the Zigbee-based Aqara Smart Plug (US) would need mesh repeaters to reach.
Who should buy the Aqara Smart Plug (US)?
Choose the Aqara Smart Plug (US) if you already run a Zigbee hub, want Apple HomeKit and Matter support, a higher 1875W load, and a plug that also extends your Zigbee mesh.
Who should buy the YoLink Mini Plug?
Choose the YoLink Mini Plug if you need dependable outlet control at long range, in a basement, barn or detached building, and you already own or plan to add the YoLink hub.
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