ONE DAY ONLY DEAL from Maplin I know Amazon had this on deal last week. But, this is for those who missed the deal or not a Amazon Prime member. TCB 5.5% Free Delivery
Does not need a Hub. Looks like a good deal so sharing...
Product details
TP-Link HS100 WiFi Smart Plug
• Remote access from anywhere you have internet • Create schedules to automatically power on and off as needed • Compatible with Amazon Echo and Google Home • Away mode to create the appearance that you are home • Countdown timer feature • Free Kasa app, for Android, iOS
Smart home automation straight out of the box Smart plugs are great for controlling your appliances and devices. They’re affordable, easy to use and can even save you money on electricity bills.
Latest comments (55)
wagamamaluva
18 Jul 17#55
The price you pay is what you reserved it for. I know Argos do this but didn't know if it was the same anywhere else.
wagamamaluva
18 Jul 17#54
I've tweeted them now. Thanks
wagamamaluva
18 Jul 17#53
Does anyone know if you still get it at this price using click and collect yesterday please? I was going to pick mine up today having reserved but not sure if it'll be back to full price when collecting. Thanks
kennyneat
17 Jul 17#51
Can you dim lamps with these?
Baz1986 to kennyneat
18 Jul 17#52
Not dim, no. These will just operate the socket, so power either on or off.
Siddy
17 Jul 17#50
I have a 5 way extension behind the tv which has a remote so you can switch things on as requested i.e. games systems, lamp etc.
here's a 4 port for for £21, I've just got the 2 channel version they do and tested tonight and works a treat, may have to invest and have a play with it.
I've order 2 of these TP one for the normal sockets.
Will90
17 Jul 171#48
I've got a multiplug which is awkward to reach with a 32" TV, Xbox, free sat and Chromecast all in it. I always turn it off but this would make life easier.
Would this amount of stuff in a multiplug going through this overload it?
jaizan
17 Jul 17#47
As long as the first plug in the chain has a 13A fuse, you cannot overload the system.
If your maintenance guy was sharp, he would not be working in maintenance. Ignore him.
mistermoneysaver
17 Jul 17#46
Thanks op
Baz1986
17 Jul 17#45
Thanks OP. Have just bought 4 to replace my standard analogue timers which I use when I'm away from home. Going to use one for the slow cooker when I'm at work too. If I have to stay late or break down I can turn it off and not worry about burning the house down :smiley:
SmashDealer
17 Jul 17#44
These are all useless and expensive to me, considering our maintenance guy from work says never to attach an extension to an extension, for safety reasons.
Give me a 10 port version with each port nameable and controllable via a well designed smartphone app, or alexa voice controls, for <£30, and I'm sold. Single port smart plugs just don't serve a purpose to me, and are criminally overpriced.
Hot for the price anyway, though.
stuellis
17 Jul 17#43
Can this be controlled by a Windows 10 PC? Would be great for turning on/off all my peripherals.
CampGareth
17 Jul 17#4
Out of curiosity what are people using these for? I'm looking around my apartment now and trying to find appliances I'd want to turn on/off that're simple enough to survive having power turned on/off without caring about their state and I'm struggling. e.g. I have a projector with a hard to reach plug that this'd be good for but it should be allowed to turn off/cool down before unplugging, same with all the computers, some things like the TV don't automatically turn on when plugged in.
Jasard to CampGareth
17 Jul 17#5
Mostly lighting really, good for setting things to come on a timer or turn something on when you phone connects to the wifi (when you get home). You can be quite creative with it but for most people they probably would have no use for it. I'd be wary of using it with anything that draws a lot of power (like an electric heater) as you typically want to turn those on on the device themselves so you don't create a spark.
leehardacre to CampGareth
17 Jul 17#6
My TV turns on when using a smart plug. I have one on the slow cooker for remote access when at work. With some prep the night before, you could have your kettle ready with the switch down then activate it upon waking etc.
The app has a timer so you could have it automatically turn the projector off at midnight or a time you know it would have been cooled by.
These are just a few examples.
nothingbutadam to CampGareth
17 Jul 17#42
air purifier along with a (plugin) air freshner.. cleaner air with some nice fresh smells at the push of a button
Gneiting
17 Jul 17#41
Bought.. Got another one before and got it in the garden in a weatherproof junction box... All i have to do is say hey google turn the garden lights on.. And vualaaa! Imprest any guest.. Anytime...
Jaden0_5
17 Jul 17#40
Don't forget 79p from top cash back
format
17 Jul 171#39
cheers helpful, can you control the USB socket too or is that always on ?
edit - wassenthingie ones are £20 or 2 for £38 now, usb port seems handy but rather have tplink ones if they are slightly cheaper.
do these smart plug things work ok if used in one of the plugs in extension sockets ?
edit2 - from amazon, all smart plugs work fine on extension sockets and for the wassenthing ones linked above the USB is always on
Budden
17 Jul 17#3
How do these work if you normally have these on a timer? Eg I have two lamps on timers in our living room but would quite like to use smart plug. Can I tell Alexa to override the timer and turn them on and off? Do I then have to ask Alexa to put them back on the timer? Thanks!!
Daftfool666 to Budden
17 Jul 172#8
Yes.
If you have one on a timer, it will follow that timer unless you turn the schedule off.
I have one that I control with Alexa whenever I want, but it will always turn on for a period of time in the evening.
If you turn it off during the schedule, it will stay off.
If you turn it back on again, it will turn off when the schedule ends.
Exactly how you would want it to operate which is nice.
shakerstevens to Budden
17 Jul 172#15
Use these instead of your timer. In the app you can set your timing routines and leave it to it, just like your current timers.
BUT of course you can also use Alexa/Google home etc to turn on/off whenever you want, and then after that it goes back to its timer schedules.
So treat it like a timer plus a smart plug.
Helpful567 to Budden
17 Jul 171#38
You can use an app on your phone to program a timer.
So it will work like your existing timer
However, alexa can over-ride this
also, you can set up "groups" in alexa, so it can turn off groups of sockets all at the same time
We have two lamps in our lounge
"alexa lounge on" will turn on both
I have a TP link socket and it works well
We have since bought two wasserstein sockets which are about the same price. These have the advantage of having a constantly powered usb socket on the side, so I can power an echo dot with them.
The Wasserstein ones work well with the iphone app and also work well with alexa.
t there is a clickable £2 off voucher on the webpage if you buy 2.
The apps for wasserstein and tplink are both easy to setup and use
Both allow you to turn the plug on and off via your smart phone
both allow you to set up timers on the plug sockets.
The TPlink has an "away mode" so if you are on holiday, you can click this and it will disable the timers. (Wasserstein does not have this feature but personally, I will be using it for lights and will be wanting lights to turn on at night while I am on holiday as a security measure)
Go to the home app
Go to home control
Click +
Scroll down to TP-Link Kasa
Add your TP Link account
TADAAAAAAAA
bluetba
17 Jul 171#2
I have one of these connected to Alexa powering some LED lights that are hard to get to, its been there for about 8 months at least and I haven't had to touch it once and has never let me down when using Alexa.
I got it for I think £16 at Sainsburys due to a misprice on the shelf which they honoured ages ago so this is a very good price.
appolospb to bluetba
17 Jul 17#34
You: Alexa turn off lights
Alexa: Sorry .... i didnt get that
You: ALEXA TURN OFF LIGHTS !
Alexa: Sorry .. can you repeat that i didnt get it
devshib
17 Jul 17#26
I use it on iron so if I forgot to turn it off I can do with my phone. Peace of mind
Chy to devshib
17 Jul 17#29
What if a hacker turns it back on? :wink:
Waldolf to devshib
17 Jul 17#33
Careful nobody phones you when you are ironing. (shock)
treeofthefiddy
17 Jul 171#14
Same price on Amazon.
silo to treeofthefiddy
17 Jul 17#19
Sweet, thanks for this. Like the person above, I ordered one on Prime Day and as soon as I had it set up regretted not getting another!
Edit: that's interesting (marginally) The ones on Amazon are from Maplin
Glynevans101 to treeofthefiddy
17 Jul 17#32
What he said! These are great though, I picked one up and a TP link bulb last week. Work great with Alexa!
tedjourney
17 Jul 17#31
I've got 2 of these. Faultless with Alexa. Much hilarity with visiting 8 year old cousins turning lamps on and off in a room full of boring adults,!!!
mnet
17 Jul 171#30
Bought it the other day through amazon prime day deal only to power up christmas lightning which is going to be powered from garage so saves me going in thete to plug it in for couple hours per day really:)
Swarfega
17 Jul 17#28
You're very wrong..
Swarfega
17 Jul 171#27
I have three of these for controlling lamps. I use mine with Google Home/Assistant.
Jaden0_5
17 Jul 17#23
These are awesome. So much better than wemo.
creepyg
17 Jul 17#22
They do. I have 2 and both my Google Homes control them. Support for TP link switches is fairly new though in all fairness.
warlockuk
17 Jul 17#20
These are really great, I have three and want more. I've even written some server software to run on a raspberry pi or other server/computer that connects to IFTTT so you can set up on/off commands for multiple devices.
Individually you can configure them in the Kasa mobile app and then group them by room / alias and tell your Amazon Echo / Google Home to turn stuff on/off.
I have some little fairy-style lights in the front room connected to one, some under-cabinet lighting to another and an uplighter in the bedroom connected to a third.
They're good for connecting to amplifiers / stereo systems, lamps, whatever you can think of really.
euro
17 Jul 17#17
Are these ok to use with an immersion heater please?
warlockuk to euro
17 Jul 17#18
What's the power rating? 13Amp or higher?
aymanhd
17 Jul 17#16
Ordered 2 with 3% quidco.
miffyl
17 Jul 171#13
Also bought one on Prime Day - use it for warming up my coffee machine on the way home. Lazy but ace.
gsusx
17 Jul 17#12
Cannot recommend these enough, very very very good and worth every penny.
D.J.Fryer
17 Jul 17#11
I echo everyone else's positive review - bought one on Prime Day - easy to set up and they work great for simple lamp on and off needs with Alexa.
catdevnull
17 Jul 17#10
Bought one of these on Prime Day for £16.19 and it's been great - cursed myself for not trying to get more than 1 then. At £17.49 they're worth the extra £1.30 - ordered 2 for collection from my nearest Maplin. Thanks op!
Bumpy69
17 Jul 17#9
Thanks OP. Purchased an Echo on Prime day, and an HS110 which is this plus the energy monitor. I was too late for the HS100 so this is a bonus.
Also available at the same price through Amazon, via Maplin Webdeals.
Voted hot.
daskapital
17 Jul 17#7
I have these. they're great. I've got like 5 of them.
I use them for turning things on and off where the plugs are inaccessible.... for example our washer and dryer are on them so the kids can't play with them. They have timers, I often set the fan in my bedroom to turn off after an hour when i'm hopefully asleep... and the holiday/away mode is cool for lighting coming on and off randomly to make people think you are at home.
It's also great for devices you might think you left on when you go out. Not a massive discount but a good price nonetheless, i paid £20 each last year.
Works very well with Alexa too... just shout "Alexa ... turn on the " whatever :smile:
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I know Amazon had this on deal last week. But, this is for those who missed the deal or not a Amazon Prime member.
TCB 5.5%
Free Delivery
Does not need a Hub. Looks like a good deal so sharing...
Product details
TP-Link HS100 WiFi Smart Plug
• Remote access from anywhere you have internet
• Create schedules to automatically power on and off as needed
• Compatible with Amazon Echo and Google Home
• Away mode to create the appearance that you are home
• Countdown timer feature
• Free Kasa app, for Android, iOS
Smart home automation straight out of the box
Smart plugs are great for controlling your appliances and devices. They’re affordable, easy to use and can even save you money on electricity bills.
Latest comments (55)
here's a 4 port for for £21, I've just got the 2 channel version they do and tested tonight and works a treat, may have to invest and have a play with it.
I've order 2 of these TP one for the normal sockets.
Would this amount of stuff in a multiplug going through this overload it?
If your maintenance guy was sharp, he would not be working in maintenance. Ignore him.
Give me a 10 port version with each port nameable and controllable via a well designed smartphone app, or alexa voice controls, for <£30, and I'm sold. Single port smart plugs just don't serve a purpose to me, and are criminally overpriced.
Hot for the price anyway, though.
The app has a timer so you could have it automatically turn the projector off at midnight or a time you know it would have been cooled by.
These are just a few examples.
edit - wassenthingie ones are £20 or 2 for £38 now, usb port seems handy but rather have tplink ones if they are slightly cheaper.
do these smart plug things work ok if used in one of the plugs in extension sockets ?
edit2 - from amazon, all smart plugs work fine on extension sockets and for the wassenthing ones linked above the USB is always on
If you have one on a timer, it will follow that timer unless you turn the schedule off.
I have one that I control with Alexa whenever I want, but it will always turn on for a period of time in the evening.
If you turn it off during the schedule, it will stay off.
If you turn it back on again, it will turn off when the schedule ends.
Exactly how you would want it to operate which is nice.
BUT of course you can also use Alexa/Google home etc to turn on/off whenever you want, and then after that it goes back to its timer schedules.
So treat it like a timer plus a smart plug.
So it will work like your existing timer
However, alexa can over-ride this
also, you can set up "groups" in alexa, so it can turn off groups of sockets all at the same time
We have two lamps in our lounge
"alexa lounge on" will turn on both
I have a TP link socket and it works well
We have since bought two wasserstein sockets which are about the same price. These have the advantage of having a constantly powered usb socket on the side, so I can power an echo dot with them.
The Wasserstein ones work well with the iphone app and also work well with alexa.
t there is a clickable £2 off voucher on the webpage if you buy 2.
click here for wasserstein plug
The apps for wasserstein and tplink are both easy to setup and use
Both allow you to turn the plug on and off via your smart phone
both allow you to set up timers on the plug sockets.
The TPlink has an "away mode" so if you are on holiday, you can click this and it will disable the timers. (Wasserstein does not have this feature but personally, I will be using it for lights and will be wanting lights to turn on at night while I am on holiday as a security measure)
looks like amazon have matched, 3% quidco from maplin though.
Do I need another?
Yes I do :smile:
Cheers OP
These don't work with Google Home which is why they are so cheap.
How to set it up
Go to the home app
Go to home control
Click +
Scroll down to TP-Link Kasa
Add your TP Link account
TADAAAAAAAA
I got it for I think £16 at Sainsburys due to a misprice on the shelf which they honoured ages ago so this is a very good price.
Alexa: Sorry .... i didnt get that
You: ALEXA TURN OFF LIGHTS !
Alexa: Sorry .. can you repeat that i didnt get it
Edit: that's interesting (marginally) The ones on Amazon are from Maplin
Individually you can configure them in the Kasa mobile app and then group them by room / alias and tell your Amazon Echo / Google Home to turn stuff on/off.
I have some little fairy-style lights in the front room connected to one, some under-cabinet lighting to another and an uplighter in the bedroom connected to a third.
They're good for connecting to amplifiers / stereo systems, lamps, whatever you can think of really.
Also available at the same price through Amazon, via Maplin Webdeals.
Voted hot.
I use them for turning things on and off where the plugs are inaccessible.... for example our washer and dryer are on them so the kids can't play with them. They have timers, I often set the fan in my bedroom to turn off after an hour when i'm hopefully asleep... and the holiday/away mode is cool for lighting coming on and off randomly to make people think you are at home.
It's also great for devices you might think you left on when you go out. Not a massive discount but a good price nonetheless, i paid £20 each last year.
Works very well with Alexa too... just shout "Alexa ... turn on the " whatever :smile:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TP-Link-HS100-Wi-Fi-Smart-Plug-in-White-Works-with-Android-iOS-and-Amazon-Echo-/201820976083?epid=1276975199&hash=item2efd77b3d3:g:3-cAAOSwU8hY55fS