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Philips Hue Smart plug (US) vs Sonoff S31 WiFi Smart Plug

Full Smart Plugs comparison in 2026

Updated November 2026
Data from the official Philips and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
Across the 2026 comparison, Philips Hue Smart plug (US) earns the nod over Sonoff S31 WiFi Smart Plug on the strength of rating, connectivity, and zigbee router.
It separates itself most clearly on rating, connectivity, and zigbee router, while still looking better on its broader overall balance. The only strong reason to choose Sonoff S31 WiFi Smart Plug is if energy monitoring and integrations are more important to you than the overall verdict. Overall, Philips Hue Smart plug (US) makes more sense for most people.
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FeaturePhilips Hue Smart plug (US)Sonoff S31 WiFi Smart PlugWinner
Rating4.74.1Philips Hue Smart plug (US)
Energy MonitoringNOYESSonoff S31 WiFi Smart Plug
ConnectivityBluetooth, Zigbee2.4 GHz WiFiPhilips Hue Smart plug (US)
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterSonoff S31 WiFi Smart Plug
Zigbee RouterYESNOPhilips Hue Smart plug (US)
Weather ResistanceNONOTie
Plug FormatType BType BTie
Maximum Load Power1800W1800WTie
On/Off ButtonYESYESTie
Local ControlYESYESTie
Winner
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$39.69
  • + Rating: 4.7
  • + Connectivity: Bluetooth, Zigbee
  • + Zigbee Router: YES
  • - Energy Monitoring: NO vs YES
  • - Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
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  • + Energy Monitoring: YES
  • + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
  • - Rating: 4.1 vs 4.7
  • - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi vs Bluetooth, Zigbee

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Philips Hue Smart plug (US) or Sonoff S31 WiFi Smart Plug?

Philips Hue Smart plug (US) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, connectivity, and zigbee router.

What is the biggest difference between Philips Hue Smart plug (US) and Sonoff S31 WiFi Smart Plug?

Rating is one of the clearest differences: Philips Hue Smart plug (US) lists 4.7, while Sonoff S31 WiFi Smart Plug lists 4.1.

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 energy monitoring.

Who should buy Sonoff S31 WiFi Smart Plug?

Choose Sonoff S31 WiFi Smart Plug if your priority is energy monitoring and integrations and that matters more than rating.

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