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Leviton Decora Smart Plug D215P (2nd Gen) vs TP-Link Kasa EP40

Full Smart Plugs comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from the official Leviton and TP-Link sites.
2026 verdict
Between Leviton Decora Smart Plug D215P (2nd Gen) and TP-Link Kasa EP40, Leviton Decora Smart Plug D215P (2nd Gen) is the better overall pick in 2026, leading on price, rating, and connectivity.
It builds its lead on price, rating, and connectivity, then backs it up with a stronger showing on integrations. TP-Link Kasa EP40 can still be the right pick, but only if weather resistance and maximum load power outweigh the wider strengths of Leviton Decora Smart Plug D215P (2nd Gen). In practical terms, Leviton Decora Smart Plug D215P (2nd Gen) is the easier product to recommend.
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FeatureLeviton Decora Smart Plug D215P (2nd Gen)TP-Link Kasa EP40Winner
Price$22.29$22.99Leviton Decora Smart Plug D215P (2nd Gen)
Rating4.74.6Leviton Decora Smart Plug D215P (2nd Gen)
Weather ResistanceNOIP64TP-Link Kasa EP40
Maximum Load Power1500W1875WTP-Link Kasa EP40
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth2.4 GHz WiFiLeviton Decora Smart Plug D215P (2nd Gen)
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterGoogle Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantLeviton Decora Smart Plug D215P (2nd Gen)
Warranty2 years2 yearsTie
Plug FormatType BType BTie
Energy MonitoringNONOTie
On/Off ButtonYESYESTie
Zigbee RouterNONOTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Leviton Decora Smart Plug D215P (2nd Gen) or TP-Link Kasa EP40?

Leviton Decora Smart Plug D215P (2nd Gen) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and connectivity.

What is the biggest difference between Leviton Decora Smart Plug D215P (2nd Gen) and TP-Link Kasa EP40?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Leviton Decora Smart Plug D215P (2nd Gen) lists $22.29, while TP-Link Kasa EP40 lists $22.99.

Which one looks better on price?
Who should buy Leviton Decora Smart Plug D215P (2nd Gen)?

Choose Leviton Decora Smart Plug D215P (2nd Gen) if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than weather resistance.

Who should buy TP-Link Kasa EP40?

Choose TP-Link Kasa EP40 if your priority is weather resistance and maximum load power and that matters more than price.

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