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TP-Link Kasa EP40 vs YoLink Mini Plug

Full Smart Plugs comparison in 2026

Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official TP-Link and YoLink sites.
2026 verdict
Between TP-Link Kasa EP40 and YoLink Mini Plug, TP-Link Kasa EP40 is the better overall pick in 2026, leading on price, weather resistance, and maximum load power.
Its strongest advantages show up in price, weather resistance, and maximum load power, with connectivity helping widen the gap. YoLink Mini Plug remains a niche alternative if Overheat/Overload protection, energy monitoring, and integrations matter more than the rest of the comparison. For the average buyer, TP-Link Kasa EP40 is the safer choice.
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FeatureTP-Link Kasa EP40YoLink Mini PlugWinner
Price$17.28$19.99TP-Link Kasa EP40
Weather ResistanceIP64NOTP-Link Kasa EP40
Maximum Load Power1875W1800WTP-Link Kasa EP40
Overheat/Overload ProtectionNOYESYoLink Mini Plug
Energy MonitoringNOYESYoLink Mini Plug
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFiNoneTP-Link Kasa EP40
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterYoLink Mini Plug
Rating4.64.6Tie
Plug FormatType BType BTie
On/Off ButtonYESYESTie
Zibgee RouterNONOTie
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$19.99
$24.99
  • + Overheat/Overload Protection: YES
  • + Energy Monitoring: YES
  • + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
  • - Price: $19.99 vs $17.28
  • - Weather Resistance: NO vs IP64

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: TP-Link Kasa EP40 or YoLink Mini Plug?

TP-Link Kasa EP40 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, weather resistance, and maximum load power.

What is the biggest difference between TP-Link Kasa EP40 and YoLink Mini Plug?

Price is one of the clearest differences: TP-Link Kasa EP40 lists $17.28, while YoLink Mini Plug lists $19.99.

Which one looks better on price?

TP-Link Kasa EP40 is listed at $17.28, while YoLink Mini Plug is listed at $19.99. TP-Link Kasa EP40 (better spec).

Who should buy TP-Link Kasa EP40?

Choose TP-Link Kasa EP40 if your priority is price and weather resistance and that matters more than Overheat/Overload protection.

Who should buy YoLink Mini Plug?

Choose YoLink Mini Plug if your priority is Overheat/Overload protection and energy monitoring and that matters more than price.

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