Okay, so I finally got my hands on these Mini Smart Plugs, and let me tell you—they’re a lifesaver! Setting them up was a breeze. Just plugged them in, downloaded the app, and boom—connected in seconds. No hub required? Yes, please!

The voice control is where it’s at. I’m lazy, so telling Alexa to turn off my bedroom lamp while I’m already cozy in bed is *chef’s kiss*. Also, the timer function is perfect for my Christmas lights. No more forgetting to turn them off at 3 AM.

But here’s the real MVP moment: I’m accident-prone, and being able to check if I left the coffee pot on from my phone? Absolute peace of mind. No more frantic drives home just to double-check.

That said, one plug had a weird rattle (returned it ASAP), and they don’t play nice with Apple HomePod. But for the price? Totally worth it. Just make sure your Wi-Fi is 2.4GHz—no shortcuts here.

Final verdict: If you’re on the fence, jump off. These little plugs are clutch for lazy folks (me), forgetful souls (also me), and anyone who loves yelling at Alexa to do their bidding.