| Feature | Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) | Philips Hue Smart plug (EU) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.6 | 4.7 | Philips Hue Smart plug (EU) |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years | Philips Hue Smart plug (EU) |
| Maximum Load Power | 2500W | 2300W | Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) |
| Overheat/Overload Protection | YES | NO | Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) |
| Energy Monitoring | YES | NO | Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) |
| Integrations | Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Philips Hue Smart plug (EU) |
| Zibgee Router | NO | YES | Philips Hue Smart plug (EU) |
| Weather Resistance | NO | NO | Tie |
| Plug Format | Type F | Type F | Tie |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | Bluetooth, Zigbee | Tie |
| On/Off Button | YES | YES | Tie |
- + Maximum Load Power: 2500W
- + Overheat/Overload Protection: YES
- + Energy Monitoring: YES
- - Rating: 4.6 vs 4.7
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 2 years
- + Rating: 4.7
- + Warranty: 2 years
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
- - Maximum Load Power: 2300W vs 2500W
- - Overheat/Overload Protection: NO vs YES
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the better smart plug, the Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) or the Philips Hue Smart plug (EU)?
The Philips Hue Smart plug (EU) wins overall, offering a lower price, a higher owner rating, a 2-year warranty, broader integrations and Zigbee router functionality. The Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) responds with energy monitoring, a higher 2500W load and no hub requirement.
What is the biggest difference between these two plugs?
How they connect. The Philips Hue Smart plug (EU) uses Zigbee through the Hue Bridge (plus Bluetooth) and acts as a Zigbee repeater, while the Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) has its own Wi-Fi and Bluetooth so it needs no hub, and unlike the Hue it monitors energy.
Does either plug need a hub?
The Philips Hue Smart plug (EU) needs the Hue Bridge for its full feature set, whereas the Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) works directly over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth with no hub. Both are Type F plugs for European outlets.
Who should buy the Philips Hue Smart plug (EU)?
Choose the Philips Hue Smart plug (EU) if you already own a Hue Bridge and want dependable Zigbee control, a Zigbee repeater, a 2-year warranty and seamless HomeKit, Alexa and Google Home support.
Who should buy the Fibaro Wall Plug (EU)?
Choose the Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) if you want a hub-free plug with built-in energy monitoring, a higher 2500W load and overheat and overload protection, and you do not run a Hue Bridge.
