Updated November 2026
Data from the official Meross and YoLink sites.
2026 verdict
The YoLink Mini Plug wins this smart plug matchup with a higher owner rating, a lower price, and energy monitoring plus overheat/overload protection that the Meross leaves out.
Its long-range LoRa wireless reaches basements, barns and detached buildings well beyond Wi-Fi, though it runs only through the separate YoLink hub. The Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) makes its case on IP44 weather resistance for the yard, three independently controllable outlets, its own built-in Wi-Fi (no hub required) and a broader integration list adding Apple HomeKit and SmartThings. Both are 1800W/15A Type B plugs. Choose the YoLink Mini Plug if you want a higher-rated, energy-tracking plug for long-distance indoor control and already have the YoLink hub; choose the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) if you need a weatherproof, three-outlet plug that connects on its own with HomeKit support.
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| Feature | Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) | YoLink Mini Plug | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.4 | 4.6 | YoLink Mini Plug |
| Weather Resistance | IP44 | NO | Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) |
| Energy Monitoring | NO | YES | YoLink Mini Plug |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi | None | Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | YoLink Mini Plug |
| Plug Format | Type B | Type B | Tie |
| Maximum Load Power | 1800W | 1800W | Tie |
| On/Off Button | YES | YES | Tie |
| Zigbee Router | NO | NO | Tie |
- + Weather Resistance: IP44
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi
- - Rating: 4.4 vs 4.6
- - Energy Monitoring: NO vs YES
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$19.99
- + Rating: 4.6
- + Energy Monitoring: YES
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
- - Weather Resistance: NO vs IP44
- - Connectivity: None vs 2.4 GHz WiFi
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall, the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) or the YoLink Mini Plug?
The YoLink Mini Plug wins overall with a higher rating, lower price and energy monitoring plus overload protection. The Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) is the better pick for weatherproof outdoor use, with IP44 protection and three outlets and no hub required.
What is the biggest difference between these two plugs?
Long range versus outdoor capacity. The YoLink Mini Plug uses LoRa through the YoLink hub to reach distant indoor outlets, while the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) is a self-contained IP44 Wi-Fi plug with three outlets built for outdoors.
Does either plug need a hub, and which can go outside?
The YoLink Mini Plug requires the YoLink hub because it uses LoRa, whereas the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) connects directly over Wi-Fi. Only the Meross is IP44-rated for outdoor use; the YoLink Mini Plug is indoor-only.
Which plug tracks energy usage?
Only the YoLink Mini Plug offers energy monitoring along with overheat/overload protection. The Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) has neither, focusing instead on weatherproof control across three independently controllable outlets.
Who should buy the YoLink Mini Plug?
Choose the YoLink Mini Plug if you want a higher-rated, energy-tracking plug for controlling an outlet far from the router, in a basement or detached building, and you already own or plan to add the YoLink hub.
Who should buy the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets)?
Choose the Meross Outdoor Smart Plug (3 Sockets) if you need a weatherproof plug to run three outdoor devices independently, with HomeKit or SmartThings support and no hub.
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