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Sonoff S61s Outdoor Type F Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug vs TP-Link Kasa EP40

Full Smart Plugs comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from the official Sonoff and TP-Link sites.
2026 verdict
Sonoff S61s Outdoor Type F Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug has the better all-around case than TP-Link Kasa EP40 in 2026, starting with price, maximum load power, and energy monitoring.
The main reason it wins is price, maximum load power, and energy monitoring, and connectivity and integrations strengthen that case. There is still a case for TP-Link Kasa EP40, but mainly if rating and weather resistance are what you value most. Overall, Sonoff S61s Outdoor Type F Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug makes more sense for most people.
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FeatureSonoff S61s Outdoor Type F Matter Over WiFi Smart PlugTP-Link Kasa EP40Winner
Price£22.51$22.99Sonoff S61s Outdoor Type F Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
Rating4.44.6TP-Link Kasa EP40
Weather ResistanceIP44IP64TP-Link Kasa EP40
Maximum Load Power3840W1875WSonoff S61s Outdoor Type F Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
Energy MonitoringYESNOSonoff S61s Outdoor Type F Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth2.4 GHz WiFiSonoff S61s Outdoor Type F Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterGoogle Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantSonoff S61s Outdoor Type F Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
Plug FormatType FType BDifferent strengths
Warranty2 years2 yearsTie
On/Off ButtonYESYESTie
Zigbee RouterNONOTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Sonoff S61s Outdoor Type F Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug or TP-Link Kasa EP40?

Sonoff S61s Outdoor Type F Matter Over WiFi 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 Sonoff S61s Outdoor Type F Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug and TP-Link Kasa EP40?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Sonoff S61s Outdoor Type F Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug lists £22.51, while TP-Link Kasa EP40 lists $22.99.

Which one looks better on price?
Who should buy Sonoff S61s Outdoor Type F Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug?

Choose Sonoff S61s Outdoor Type F Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug if your priority is price and maximum load power and that matters more than rating.

Who should buy TP-Link Kasa EP40?

Choose TP-Link Kasa EP40 if your priority is rating and weather resistance and that matters more than price.

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