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TP-Link Kasa EP40 vs TP-Link Tapo P430M

Full Smart Plugs comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from the official TP-Link site.
2026 verdict
TP-Link Tapo P430M has the better all-around case than TP-Link Kasa EP40 in 2026, starting with weather resistance, energy monitoring, and connectivity.
It has the clearer edge on weather resistance, energy monitoring, and connectivity, and it stays ahead on integrations. The only strong reason to choose TP-Link Kasa EP40 is if price, rating, and maximum load power are more important to you than the overall verdict. That is why TP-Link Tapo P430M wins the verdict here.
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FeatureTP-Link Kasa EP40TP-Link Tapo P430MWinner
Price$22.99$23.99TP-Link Kasa EP40
Rating4.64.3TP-Link Kasa EP40
Weather ResistanceIP64IP65TP-Link Tapo P430M
Maximum Load Power1875W300WTP-Link Kasa EP40
Energy MonitoringNOYESTP-Link Tapo P430M
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi2.4 GHz WiFi, BluetoothTP-Link Tapo P430M
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterTP-Link Tapo P430M
Warranty2 years2 yearsTie
Plug FormatType BType BTie
On/Off ButtonYESYESTie
Zigbee RouterNONOTie
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  • + Price: $22.99
  • + Rating: 4.6
  • + Maximum Load Power: 1875W
  • - Weather Resistance: IP64 vs IP65
  • - Energy Monitoring: NO vs YES
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$23.99
  • + Weather Resistance: IP65
  • + Energy Monitoring: YES
  • + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth
  • - Price: $23.99 vs $22.99
  • - Rating: 4.3 vs 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: TP-Link Kasa EP40 or TP-Link Tapo P430M?

TP-Link Tapo P430M has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for weather resistance, energy monitoring, and connectivity.

What is the biggest difference between TP-Link Kasa EP40 and TP-Link Tapo P430M?

Price is one of the clearest differences: TP-Link Kasa EP40 lists $22.99, while TP-Link Tapo P430M lists $23.99.

Which one looks better on price?

TP-Link Kasa EP40 is listed at $22.99, while TP-Link Tapo P430M is listed at $23.99. TP-Link Kasa EP40 (better spec).

Who should buy TP-Link Kasa EP40?

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

Who should buy TP-Link Tapo P430M?

Choose TP-Link Tapo P430M if your priority is weather resistance and energy monitoring and that matters more than price.

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