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TP-Link Kasa EP40 vs YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug

Full Smart Plugs comparison in 2026

Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official TP-Link and YoLink sites.
2026 verdict
TP-Link Kasa EP40 edges out YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug in 2026, led by price, weather resistance, and maximum load power.
TP-Link Kasa EP40
Winner
TP-Link Kasa EP40
$17.28$24.9931% OFF
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Its biggest wins come from price, weather resistance, and maximum load power, and connectivity adds more confidence to the verdict. The only strong reason to choose YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug is if Overheat/Overload protection, energy monitoring, and integrations are more important to you than the overall verdict. In practical terms, TP-Link Kasa EP40 is the easier product to recommend.
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FeatureTP-Link Kasa EP40YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy PlugWinner
Price$17.28$27.99TP-Link Kasa EP40
Weather ResistanceIP64IP63TP-Link Kasa EP40
Maximum Load Power1875W1800WTP-Link Kasa EP40
Overheat/Overload ProtectionNOYESYoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug
Energy MonitoringNOYESYoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFiNoneTP-Link Kasa EP40
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterYoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug
Rating4.64.6Tie
Plug FormatType BType BTie
On/Off ButtonYESYESTie
Zibgee RouterNONOTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: TP-Link Kasa EP40 or YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy 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 Smart Outdoor Energy Plug?

Price is one of the clearest differences: TP-Link Kasa EP40 lists $17.28, while YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug lists $27.99.

Which one looks better on price?

TP-Link Kasa EP40 is listed at $17.28, while YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug is listed at $27.99. 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 Smart Outdoor Energy Plug?

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

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