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TP-Link Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug KP401 vs YoLink Mini Plug

Full Smart Plugs comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from the official TP-Link and YoLink sites.
2026 verdict
For most buyers in 2026, TP-Link Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug KP401 is the safer pick over YoLink Mini Plug because of price, weather resistance, and maximum load power.
TP-Link Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug KP401
Winner
TP-Link Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug KP401
$12.99$16.9924% 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. YoLink Mini Plug remains a niche alternative if rating, energy monitoring, and integrations matter more than the rest of the comparison. That is why the final call still favors TP-Link Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug KP401.
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FeatureTP-Link Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug KP401YoLink Mini PlugWinner
Price$12.99$19.99TP-Link Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug KP401
Rating4.54.6YoLink Mini Plug
Weather ResistanceIP64NOTP-Link Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug KP401
Maximum Load Power1875W1800WTP-Link Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug KP401
Energy MonitoringNOYESYoLink Mini Plug
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFiNoneTP-Link Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug KP401
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterYoLink Mini Plug
Plug FormatType BType BTie
On/Off ButtonYESYESTie
Zigbee RouterNONOTie
YoLink

YoLink Mini Plug

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$19.99
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  • + Rating: 4.6
  • + Energy Monitoring: YES
  • + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
  • - Price: $19.99 vs $12.99
  • - Weather Resistance: NO vs IP64

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: TP-Link Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug KP401 or YoLink Mini Plug?

TP-Link Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug KP401 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 Outdoor Smart Plug KP401 and YoLink Mini Plug?

Price is one of the clearest differences: TP-Link Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug KP401 lists $12.99, while YoLink Mini Plug lists $19.99.

Which one looks better on price?

TP-Link Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug KP401 is listed at $12.99, while YoLink Mini Plug is listed at $19.99. TP-Link Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug KP401 (better spec).

Who should buy TP-Link Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug KP401?

Choose TP-Link Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug KP401 if your priority is price and weather resistance and that matters more than rating.

Who should buy YoLink Mini Plug?

Choose YoLink Mini Plug if your priority is rating and energy monitoring and that matters more than price.

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