Updated September 2026
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2026 verdict
The YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug wins this smart plug comparison, combining the lower price with an IP63 weather rating, energy monitoring and overheat/overload protection, none of which the indoor-only Hue plug offers, plus broader integrations (IFTTT and Matter via the YoLink hub). Built for pumps, fountains and garden lighting, it reaches outdoor outlets over long-range LoRa. The Philips Hue Smart plug (US) is the better indoor companion: it carries the higher owner rating, more connectivity (Zigbee plus Bluetooth), Apple HomeKit support, and Zigbee router functionality that strengthens a Hue mesh. Both share a Type B format and a 1800W ceiling, but they solve different problems. Choose the YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug when the outlet is outside, weather-exposed and far from Wi-Fi; choose the Philips Hue Smart plug (US) for reliable, highly rated indoor control inside a Hue Bridge setup with HomeKit.
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$27.99
$32.98
17% above its lowest price of the last 6 months ($23.93)
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| Feature | Philips Hue Smart plug (US) | YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $30.99 | $27.99 | YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug |
| Rating | 4.7 | 4.6 | Philips Hue Smart plug (US) |
| Weather Resistance | NO | IP63 | YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug |
| Energy Monitoring | NO | YES | YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, Zigbee | None | 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 | YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug |
| Zibgee Router | YES | NO | Philips Hue Smart plug (US) |
| Plug Format | Type B | Type B | Tie |
| Maximum Load Power | 1800W | 1800W | Tie |
| On/Off Button | YES | YES | Tie |
- + Rating: 4.7
- + Connectivity: Bluetooth, Zigbee
- + Zibgee Router: YES
- - Price: $30.99 vs $27.99
- - Weather Resistance: NO vs IP63
Winner
15% OFF
$27.99
$32.98
- + Price: $27.99
- + Weather Resistance: IP63
- + Energy Monitoring: YES
- - Rating: 4.6 vs 4.7
- - Connectivity: None vs Bluetooth, Zigbee
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, the Philips Hue Smart plug (US) or the YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug?
The YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug wins overall, with a lower price, IP63 weather resistance, energy monitoring and safety protection. The Philips Hue Smart plug (US) is the better indoor pick, with a higher rating, Apple HomeKit and Zigbee mesh extension.
What is the biggest difference between the Philips Hue Smart plug (US) and the YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug?
Where each can go. The YoLink is IP63 weatherproof and built for outdoor equipment over long-range LoRa, while the Philips Hue Smart plug (US) is an indoor Zigbee plug that supports HomeKit and repeats the Hue mesh through the Bridge.
Which plug works outdoors and tracks energy?
Only the YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug. Its IP63 rating suits outdoor pumps and lighting, and it adds real-time energy monitoring and overheat/overload protection. The Philips Hue Smart plug (US) is indoor-only with no energy monitoring.
Which plug supports Apple HomeKit?
The Philips Hue Smart plug (US) supports Apple HomeKit, along with Alexa, Google Home and Home Assistant, through the Hue Bridge. The YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug works with Alexa, Google Home, IFTTT and Home Assistant, but HomeKit is not documented for it.
Who should buy the YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug?
Choose the YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug if you need weatherproof outdoor power for pumps, fountains or garden lighting, with energy monitoring and long-range LoRa reach, on a property where Wi-Fi cannot reliably reach the outlet.
Who should buy the Philips Hue Smart plug (US)?
Choose the Philips Hue Smart plug (US) if you run a Hue Bridge and want a top-rated indoor plug with Apple HomeKit support and Zigbee repeater functionality that reconnects automatically after power or internet outages.
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