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Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) vs Philips Hue Smart plug (US)

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Updated September 2026
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Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets)
Winner
Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets)
$27.89$30.9910% OFF
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The Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) wins this smart plug matchup on flexibility and value, offering IP44 weather resistance for outdoor gear, three independently controllable outlets, a lower price and a wider integration list that adds Samsung SmartThings. It runs on 2.4GHz Wi-Fi with no hub and works with Apple HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home and Home Assistant. The Philips Hue Smart plug (US) counters with a higher owner rating and the hands-off reliability of Zigbee through the Hue Bridge, reconnecting on its own after outages and doubling as a Zigbee router, built for anyone deep in the Hue ecosystem. Both are 1800W Type B plugs with no energy monitoring. Buy the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) if you need weatherproof control of several outdoor loads without a hub; buy the Philips Hue Smart plug (US) if you own a Hue Bridge and value its top-rated, effortless reliability.
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FeatureMeross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets)Philips Hue Smart plug (US)Winner
Price$27.89$30.99Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets)
Rating4.44.7Philips Hue Smart plug (US)
Weather ResistanceIP44NOMeross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets)
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFiBluetooth, ZigbeePhilips Hue Smart plug (US)
Zibgee RouterNOYESPhilips Hue Smart plug (US)
Plug FormatType BType BTie
Maximum Load Power1800W1800WTie
Energy MonitoringNONOTie
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantTie
On/Off ButtonYESYESTie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall, the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) or the Philips Hue Smart plug (US)?

The Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) wins overall with IP44 weatherproofing, three outlets, a lower price and wider integrations including SmartThings. The Philips Hue Smart plug (US) counters with a higher rating and highly reliable Zigbee operation through the Hue Bridge.

What is the biggest difference between these two plugs?

Outdoor capacity versus Hue reliability. The Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) is a hub-free, weatherproof Wi-Fi plug with three outlets, while the Philips Hue Smart plug (US) is an indoor Zigbee plug that needs the Hue Bridge and acts as a Zigbee router.

Which plug can go outside?

Only the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets), with its IP44 rating, is designed for outdoor lights, pumps and holiday displays. The Philips Hue Smart plug (US) has no weather resistance and is intended for indoor use.

Does either plug need a hub?

The Philips Hue Smart plug (US) requires the Hue Bridge for full functionality but is prized for reconnecting automatically after outages. The Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) connects directly over Wi-Fi with no hub required.

Who should buy the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets)?

Choose the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) if you want weatherproof control of three outdoor devices independently, SmartThings support, and a hub-free Wi-Fi setup at a lower price.

Who should buy the Philips Hue Smart plug (US)?

Choose the Philips Hue Smart plug (US) if you already run a Hue Bridge and want the highest-rated, most reliable indoor plug with seamless HomeKit and Hue control plus Zigbee mesh extension.

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