Clever tech that makes everyday tasks a little easier, explained in plain English.
Tapo P110 Smart Plug (Energy Monitoring)
Price checked 5 Oct 2026: £9.00. List shown £11.99 when checked. In stock. Sold by Amazon / dispatched by Amazon.
Short description: A compact UK smart plug with app control, schedules, voice assistants, and built-in energy monitoring — no hub required. Useful for timers, remote on/off, and seeing roughly what a device draws.
Why it caught our attention: Energy monitoring plus Alexa/Google support at a low price point makes it an easy “start here” smart-home pick — as long as buyers respect the power limits.
Best for: Lamps, chargers, entertainment kit and other indoor appliances within the 13 A / 2990 W limit — plus anyone curious about standby draw.
Pros
- Energy monitoring in the Tapo app
- Works with Alexa and Google Assistant
- Schedules, timers, Away Mode
- Compact design; no hub needed
- Remote on/off via phone
Cons
- Uses the Tapo app (not the older Kasa app)
- Some longevity complaints — units can fail after months for a minority of buyers
- Wi‑Fi reliability depends on your router
- Indoor only; not for EV charging or high-load motors above listing limits
- Monitoring helps awareness — it does not guarantee bill savings
What to check before buying
- Appliance load vs 13 A / 2990 W max
- 2.4 GHz Wi‑Fi for setup
- Whether you already use Tapo
- Multipack pricing if you need more than one
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