Updated November 2026
Data from the official Meross and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
In 2026, the recommendation leans toward Sonoff iPlug Gen2 S61s Type B Zigbee Power Meter Smart Plug over Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets), driven by maximum load power, energy monitoring, and integrations.
Its biggest wins come from maximum load power, energy monitoring, and integrations, and zigbee router adds more confidence to the verdict. Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) remains a niche alternative if rating and weather resistance matter more than the rest of the comparison. In practical terms, Sonoff iPlug Gen2 S61s Type B Zigbee Power Meter Smart Plug is the easier product to recommend.
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| Feature | Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) | Sonoff iPlug Gen2 S61s Type B Zigbee Power Meter Smart Plug | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.4 | 3.8 | Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) |
| Weather Resistance | IP44 | NO | Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) |
| Maximum Load Power | 1800W | 1875W | Sonoff iPlug Gen2 S61s Type B Zigbee Power Meter Smart Plug |
| Energy Monitoring | NO | YES | Sonoff iPlug Gen2 S61s Type B Zigbee Power Meter Smart Plug |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Sonoff iPlug Gen2 S61s Type B Zigbee Power Meter Smart Plug |
| Zigbee Router | NO | YES | Sonoff iPlug Gen2 S61s Type B Zigbee Power Meter Smart Plug |
| Plug Format | Type B | Type B | Tie |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi | Zigbee | Tie |
| On/Off Button | YES | YES | Tie |
| Local Control | YES | YES | Tie |
- + Rating: 4.4
- + Weather Resistance: IP44
- - Maximum Load Power: 1800W vs 1875W
- - Energy Monitoring: NO vs YES
Winner
$14.90
- + Maximum Load Power: 1875W
- + Energy Monitoring: YES
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
- - Rating: 3.8 vs 4.4
- - Weather Resistance: NO vs IP44
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) or Sonoff iPlug Gen2 S61s Type B Zigbee Power Meter Smart Plug?
Sonoff iPlug Gen2 S61s Type B Zigbee Power Meter Smart Plug has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for maximum load power, energy monitoring, and integrations.
What is the biggest difference between Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) and Sonoff iPlug Gen2 S61s Type B Zigbee Power Meter Smart Plug?
Rating is one of the clearest differences: Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) lists 4.4, while Sonoff iPlug Gen2 S61s Type B Zigbee Power Meter Smart Plug lists 3.8.
Who should buy Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets)?
Choose Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) if your priority is rating and weather resistance and that matters more than maximum load power.
Who should buy Sonoff iPlug Gen2 S61s Type B Zigbee Power Meter Smart Plug?
Choose Sonoff iPlug Gen2 S61s Type B Zigbee Power Meter Smart Plug if your priority is maximum load power and energy monitoring and that matters more than rating.
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