Winner
Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official Govee and Meross sites.
2026 verdict
The GoveeLife Smart Plug Pro with Energy Monitoring wins this smart plug comparison, combining a lower price and a higher owner rating with features the Meross lacks: real energy monitoring, listed overheat and overload protection, and both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth radios (the Meross is Wi-Fi only). The Meross Outdoor Smart Plug earns its keep on the things the indoor Govee cannot do, an IP44 weatherproof housing with two independently controllable outlets and a wider integration list spanning Google Home, Apple HomeKit, SmartThings and Home Assistant. Both handle up to 1800W. Buy the GoveeLife Smart Plug Pro with Energy Monitoring for an affordable indoor plug that tracks power draw; buy the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug when the outlet is outside and you need weather protection and dual outlets.
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| Feature | GoveeLife Smart Plug Pro with Energy Monitoring | Meross Outdoor Smart Plug | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $15.29 | $23.39 | GoveeLife Smart Plug Pro with Energy Monitoring |
| Rating | 4.6 | 4.4 | GoveeLife Smart Plug Pro with Energy Monitoring |
| Weather Resistance | NO | IP44 | Meross Outdoor Smart Plug |
| Overheat/Overload Protection | YES | NO | GoveeLife Smart Plug Pro with Energy Monitoring |
| Energy Monitoring | YES | NO | GoveeLife Smart Plug Pro with Energy Monitoring |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | 2.4 GHz WiFi | GoveeLife Smart Plug Pro with Energy Monitoring |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Meross Outdoor Smart Plug |
| Plug Format | Type B | Type B | Tie |
| Maximum Load Power | 1800W | 1800W | Tie |
| On/Off Button | YES | YES | Tie |
| Zibgee Router | NO | NO | Tie |
Winner
10% OFF
$15.29
$16.99
- + Price: $15.29
- + Rating: 4.6
- + Overheat/Overload Protection: YES
- - Weather Resistance: NO vs IP44
- - Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
10% OFF
$23.39
$25.99
- + Weather Resistance: IP44
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
- - Price: $23.39 vs $15.29
- - Rating: 4.4 vs 4.6
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, the GoveeLife Smart Plug Pro with Energy Monitoring or the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug?
The GoveeLife Smart Plug Pro with Energy Monitoring wins overall on price, rating, energy monitoring and overload protection. The Meross Outdoor Smart Plug is the better pick only for outdoor use, thanks to its IP44 rating and two independent outlets.
What is the biggest difference between these two plugs?
Indoor tracking versus outdoor duty. The GoveeLife Smart Plug Pro with Energy Monitoring is an indoor plug that measures power draw, while the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug is IP44 weatherproof with two outlets but no energy monitoring.
Which plug supports more platforms?
The Meross Outdoor Smart Plug works with Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, SmartThings and Home Assistant, a broader list than the GoveeLife Smart Plug Pro with Energy Monitoring, which covers Google Home, Alexa and IFTTT. Both handle up to 1800W.
Who should buy the GoveeLife Smart Plug Pro with Energy Monitoring?
Choose the GoveeLife Smart Plug Pro with Energy Monitoring for an affordable indoor plug with real power tracking and overload protection that works with Google Home, Alexa and IFTTT.
Who should buy the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug?
Choose the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug if you need weatherproof outdoor control with two independently controlled outlets and value support for HomeKit, SmartThings and Home Assistant.
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