Updated July 2026
Data from Amazon and official Meross and Philips sites.
2026 verdict
Across the 2026 comparison, Philips Hue Smart plug (US) earns the nod over Meross Smart Wi-Fi Plug on the strength of rating, warranty, and connectivity. It has the clearer edge on rating, warranty, and connectivity, and it stays ahead on zibgee router. Choose Meross Smart Wi-Fi Plug only if price and integrations matters more to you than the broader advantage from Philips Hue Smart plug (US). That makes Philips Hue Smart plug (US) the clearer recommendation in 2026.
| Feature | Meross Smart Wi-Fi Plug | Philips Hue Smart plug (US) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $21.99 | $35.71 | Meross Smart Wi-Fi Plug |
| Rating | 4.3 | 4.7 | Philips Hue Smart plug (US) |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years | Philips Hue Smart plug (US) |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi | Bluetooth, Zigbee | Philips Hue Smart plug (US) |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant | Meross Smart Wi-Fi Plug |
| Zibgee Router | NO | YES | Philips Hue Smart plug (US) |
| Weather Resistance | NO | NO | Tie |
| Plug Format | Type B | Type B | Tie |
| Overheat/Overload Protection | NO | NO | Tie |
| Energy Monitoring | NO | NO | Tie |
| On/Off Button | YES | YES | Tie |
$21.99
- + Price: $21.99
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
- - Rating: 4.3 vs 4.7
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 2 years
Winner
6% OFF
$35.71
$37.99
- + Rating: 4.7
- + Warranty: 2 years
- + Connectivity: Bluetooth, Zigbee
- - Price: $35.71 vs $21.99
- - Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Meross Smart Wi-Fi Plug or Philips Hue Smart plug (US)?
Philips Hue Smart plug (US) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, warranty, and connectivity.
What is the biggest difference between Meross Smart Wi-Fi Plug and Philips Hue Smart plug (US)?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Meross Smart Wi-Fi Plug lists $21.99, while Philips Hue Smart plug (US) lists $35.71.
Which one looks better on price?
Meross Smart Wi-Fi Plug is listed at $21.99, while Philips Hue Smart plug (US) is listed at $35.71. Meross Smart Wi-Fi Plug (better spec).
Who should buy Meross Smart Wi-Fi Plug?
Choose Meross Smart Wi-Fi Plug if your priority is price and integrations and that matters more than rating.
Who should buy Philips Hue Smart plug (US)?
Choose Philips Hue Smart plug (US) if your priority is rating and warranty and that matters more than price.
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