Winner
Updated November 2026
Data from the official Fibaro and YoLink sites.
2026 verdict
Skip the extra hub entirely? The Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) is the stronger pick of these two smart plugs, connecting on its own over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth with no separate hub, and rated for a higher 2500W maximum load.
The YoLink Mini Plug carries the better owner rating and reaches more platforms overall through its Local Hub (Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings and Matter, plus IFTTT), but its long-range LoRa wireless depends entirely on the YoLink hub to function at all. Both plugs include energy monitoring and overheat/overload protection. The YoLink Mini Plug is built for basements, barns and detached buildings a Wi-Fi plug cannot reach, while the Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) is meant for an ordinary indoor outlet within normal Wi-Fi range. Buy the Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) for a hub-free plug with a high load ceiling; buy the YoLink Mini Plug when the outlet sits far from the router.
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| Feature | Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) | YoLink Mini Plug | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.5 | 4.6 | YoLink Mini Plug |
| Maximum Load Power | 2500W | 1800W | Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | None | Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) |
| Integrations | Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | YoLink Mini Plug |
| Plug Format | Type F | Type B | Different strengths |
| Weather Resistance | NO | NO | Tie |
| Overheat/Overload Protection | YES | YES | Tie |
| Energy Monitoring | YES | YES | Tie |
| On/Off Button | YES | YES | Tie |
| Zigbee Router | NO | NO | Tie |
What the differences mean
Hub requirement
The Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) connects directly over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth with no hub. The YoLink Mini Plug has no Wi-Fi or Bluetooth radio of its own and only works through the YoLink hub.
Maximum load
The Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) is rated for 2500W against 1800W on the YoLink Mini Plug, giving it more headroom for demanding European appliances.
Platform reach
The Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) works with Apple HomeKit and Alexa but not Google Home or Samsung SmartThings. The YoLink Mini Plug reaches Google Home and Alexa directly, and Apple HomeKit, SmartThings and Matter through the separate YoLink Local Hub.
Setup
The Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) is ready as soon as it joins Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. The YoLink Mini Plug needs the YoLink hub purchased and set up first before it does anything at all.
Colors
The Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) is available in more than one color to match different outlets. The YoLink Mini Plug ships in a single finish.
Which one to buy if
- you want a plug that works the moment it joins Wi-Fi, with no hub to buy
The Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) connects directly over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
- the outlet sits far from the router in a basement or outbuilding
The YoLink Mini Plug's LoRa wireless through its hub reaches where Wi-Fi plugs drop out.
- Google Home or Samsung SmartThings is your main platform
The YoLink Mini Plug reaches Google Home directly and SmartThings through its Local Hub; the Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) supports neither.
- the appliance draws close to the plug's rated maximum
At 2500W the Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) has more headroom than the YoLink Mini Plug's 1800W.
- you want a color option to match the wall plate
The Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) is available in more than one color; the YoLink Mini Plug ships in a single finish.
Winner
- + Maximum Load Power: 2500W
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth
- - Rating: 4.5 vs 4.6
- - Integrations: Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
$19.99
- + Rating: 4.6
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
- - Maximum Load Power: 1800W vs 2500W
- - Connectivity: None vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth
What owners say
Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) owners describe years of reliable use with no failures, and like being able to see real-time power consumption at a glance alongside Apple HomeKit control. Their main complaint is price, several call it expensive next to generic plugs, and a minority report Wi-Fi reconnect issues or regional plug-format variants that caused confusion when ordering. YoLink Mini Plug owners highlight how easily it drops into Home Assistant automations alongside other YoLink devices, running cycle schedules and timers without fuss, and many specifically bought it because a Wi-Fi plug had already dropped out in a basement or detached garage. The real-time energy monitoring with exportable reports draws praise too, while the recurring complaint is the added cost and setup of the YoLink hub, with Apple HomeKit or SmartThings needing the further YoLink Local Hub on top.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall, the Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) or the YoLink Mini Plug?
The Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) wins overall, thanks to a higher 2500W load and built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth that need no hub. The YoLink Mini Plug is the better answer only when long-range LoRa is needed to reach an outlet far from the router.
What is the biggest difference between the Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) and the YoLink Mini Plug?
Wireless technology. The YoLink Mini Plug uses long-range LoRa and requires the YoLink hub, reaching detached buildings and basements, while the Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) connects directly over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and handles a higher 2500W load.
Does the YoLink Mini Plug need a hub to work?
Yes. It has no Wi-Fi or Bluetooth radio of its own and relies entirely on the YoLink hub for its LoRa connection. The Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) works on its own over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
Does the YoLink Mini Plug work with Google Home or Apple HomeKit?
It works with Google Home directly, and with Apple HomeKit through the separate YoLink Local Hub. The Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) supports Apple HomeKit directly but not Google Home.
Who should buy the Fibaro Wall Plug (EU)?
Choose the Fibaro Wall Plug (EU) for a hub-free HomeKit or Alexa plug with a 2500W load, energy monitoring and overload protection, where the outlet is within normal Wi-Fi range.
Who should buy the YoLink Mini Plug?
Choose the YoLink Mini Plug if you already own or plan to add a YoLink hub and need to control an outlet in a basement, barn or detached building where Wi-Fi struggles.
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