Okay, so I snagged this Minoston smart plug because, let’s be real, outdoor HomeKit-compatible plugs are rare. And for the price? Seemed like a steal. Here’s the lowdown after a month of use.

The Good: It works! Mostly. Setting it up was... an adventure. The QR code scan took forever (like, 'is this thing broken?' forever), but surprise—it actually added itself to my Home app mid-panic. Once it was in, renaming and moving it to the right room was easy. Voice control via Siri? Flawless. I love yelling at my deck lights from the couch.

The Annoying: WiFi range is fussy. If your router’s weak, good luck. Also, one reviewer couldn’t get theirs to connect at all (RIP), but customer service refunded them—props for that. Mine occasionally ghosts HomeKit with 'No Response,' yet still works locally? Mysterious.

Unexpected Win: The weatherproofing is legit. Survived rainstorms powering my dumb string lights. Scheduling is clutch for holiday decor—no more midnight realization that I left the lights on.

Verdict: For $30-ish, it’s a solid 'B-' product with A+ potential if they iron out the connection gremlins.