$39.69
Updated November 2026
Data from the official Philips and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
For most buyers in 2026, Sonoff iPlug Gen2 S61s Type B Zigbee Power Meter Smart Plug is the safer pick over Philips Hue Smart plug (US) because of price, maximum load power, and energy monitoring.
Its biggest wins come from price, maximum load power, and energy monitoring, and integrations add more confidence to the verdict. There is still a case for Philips Hue Smart plug (US), but mainly if rating and connectivity are what you value most. Overall, Sonoff iPlug Gen2 S61s Type B Zigbee Power Meter Smart Plug makes more sense for most people.
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| Feature | Philips Hue Smart plug (US) | Sonoff iPlug Gen2 S61s Type B Zigbee Power Meter Smart Plug | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $39.69 | $14.90 | Sonoff iPlug Gen2 S61s Type B Zigbee Power Meter Smart Plug |
| Rating | 4.7 | 3.8 | Philips Hue Smart plug (US) |
| 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 |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, Zigbee | Zigbee | Philips Hue Smart plug (US) |
| 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 |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years | Tie |
| Weather Resistance | NO | NO | Tie |
| Plug Format | Type B | Type B | Tie |
| On/Off Button | YES | YES | Tie |
| Zigbee Router | YES | YES | Tie |
| Local Control | YES | YES | Tie |
$39.69
- + Rating: 4.7
- + Connectivity: Bluetooth, Zigbee
- - Price: $39.69 vs $14.90
- - Maximum Load Power: 1800W vs 1875W
Winner
$14.90
- + Price: $14.90
- + Maximum Load Power: 1875W
- + Energy Monitoring: YES
- - Rating: 3.8 vs 4.7
- - Connectivity: Zigbee vs Bluetooth, Zigbee
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Philips Hue Smart plug (US) 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 price, maximum load power, and energy monitoring.
What is the biggest difference between Philips Hue Smart plug (US) and Sonoff iPlug Gen2 S61s Type B Zigbee Power Meter Smart Plug?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Philips Hue Smart plug (US) lists $39.69, while Sonoff iPlug Gen2 S61s Type B Zigbee Power Meter Smart Plug lists $14.90.
Which one looks better on price?
Philips Hue Smart plug (US) is listed at $39.69, while Sonoff iPlug Gen2 S61s Type B Zigbee Power Meter Smart Plug is listed at $14.90. Sonoff iPlug Gen2 S61s Type B Zigbee Power Meter Smart Plug (better spec).
Who should buy Philips Hue Smart plug (US)?
Choose Philips Hue Smart plug (US) if your priority is rating and connectivity and that matters more than price.
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 price and maximum load power and that matters more than rating.
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