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Eve Energy (US) vs Philips Hue Smart plug (US)

Full Smart Plugs comparison in 2026

Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official Eve and Philips sites.
2026 verdict
Philips Hue Smart plug (US) beats Eve Energy (US) in 2026, with its clearest edge on price, rating, and warranty.
It separates itself most clearly on price, rating, and warranty, while still looking better on connectivity and zibgee router. Eve Energy (US) is still relevant if you care most about energy monitoring and integrations, but Philips Hue Smart plug (US) is the stronger recommendation overall. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of Philips Hue Smart plug (US).
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FeatureEve Energy (US)Philips Hue Smart plug (US)Winner
Price$39.95$30.99Philips Hue Smart plug (US)
Rating4.14.7Philips Hue Smart plug (US)
Warranty1 year2 yearsPhilips Hue Smart plug (US)
Energy MonitoringYESNOEve Energy (US)
ConnectivityThread ProtocolBluetooth, ZigbeePhilips Hue Smart plug (US)
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantEve Energy (US)
Zibgee RouterNOYESPhilips Hue Smart plug (US)
Weather ResistanceNONOTie
Plug FormatType BType BTie
Maximum Load Power1800W1800WTie
Overheat/Overload ProtectionNONOTie
On/Off ButtonYESYESTie
9% OFF
$39.95
$43.95
  • + Energy Monitoring: YES
  • + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
  • - Price: $39.95 vs $30.99
  • - Rating: 4.1 vs 4.7
Winner
18% OFF
$30.99
$37.99
  • + Price: $30.99
  • + Rating: 4.7
  • + Warranty: 2 years
  • - Energy Monitoring: NO vs YES
  • - Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Eve Energy (US) or Philips Hue Smart plug (US)?

Philips Hue Smart plug (US) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and warranty.

What is the biggest difference between Eve Energy (US) and Philips Hue Smart plug (US)?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Eve Energy (US) lists $39.95, while Philips Hue Smart plug (US) lists $30.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Eve Energy (US) is listed at $39.95, while Philips Hue Smart plug (US) is listed at $30.99. Philips Hue Smart plug (US) (better spec).

Who should buy Eve Energy (US)?

Choose Eve Energy (US) if your priority is energy monitoring and integrations and that matters more than price.

Who should buy Philips Hue Smart plug (US)?

Choose Philips Hue Smart plug (US) if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than energy monitoring.

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