Let me start by saying this Smart WiFi Thermostat Plug Socket promised to revolutionize how I control my space heater. The idea of setting precise temperature schedules through an app sounded amazing - no more waking up to a freezing room or wasting energy when I'm not home.
The good news? When it works, it works well. I particularly love the 4 programmable periods per day feature. Being able to set different temperatures for morning wake-up, daytime, evening relaxation, and nighttime sleep is genuinely useful. The ±1°C precision sounds impressive on paper, though in reality (as many reviews noted) there's often a 2-4 degree discrepancy compared to other thermostats.
Now for the not-so-good parts. Oh boy, where do I begin? The setup process was an absolute nightmare. Like other users mentioned, the manual might as well have been written in hieroglyphics - full of errors and missing crucial information. That 'Introduction' typo was just the tip of the iceberg. Getting it connected to WiFi took multiple attempts and some creative troubleshooting (including that power button dance mentioned in one review).
The physical design leaves much to be desired too. That dangling thermostat wire looks like an afterthought - I ended up wrapping mine around the unit like others suggested. And yes, that loud clicking noise when it activates is REAL. If you're planning to use this in a bedroom, think twice unless you're a heavy sleeper.
Here's my biggest gripe though: reliability issues. Mine occasionally does that rapid on/off cycling when temperatures fluctuate near the set point - not exactly reassuring for a device controlling high-wattage appliances. And like several reviewers experienced, it sometimes drops off WiFi completely (though thankfully continues working based on its last settings).
Would I recommend it? With reservations. If you need basic temperature control for a heater or AC unit and don't mind some quirks, it can work - especially given its lower price compared to brand-name alternatives. But if you want something rock-solid reliable with polished software and good support... maybe wait for version 2.0 from a more reputable company.