Eve Energy (EU) vs YoLink Mini Plug

The Eve Energy (EU) wins overall, with a higher 2500W load and more integrations including HomeKit, SmartThings and Matter. The YoLink Mini Plug is the cheaper, higher-rated pick whose long-range LoRa wireless excels far from the router.

Wireless range and protocol. The Eve Energy (EU) uses Thread with Matter for reliable local control, while the YoLink Mini Plug uses long-range LoRa through the YoLink hub, reaching detached buildings hundreds of feet away that Thread cannot.

The YoLink Mini Plug. Its LoRa wireless is built for distance, with owners reporting reliable operation from basements, barns and detached buildings, while the Thread-based Eve Energy (EU) is designed for in-home range near a border router.

Choose the Eve Energy (EU) if you are on European Type F outlets, want a higher load rating, and are building a Thread and Matter home with HomeKit, SmartThings or Google Home.

Choose the YoLink Mini Plug if you need dependable outlet control at long range, in a basement, barn or detached building, and you own or plan to add the YoLink hub.