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Smart Plug ESICOO - Alexa, Echo & Google Home - Only WiFi 2.4G (4-Pack)
Operation Mode | Automatically,Off |
Current Rating | 10 Amps |
Operating Voltage | 240 Volts |
Connector Type | Plug In |
Brand | ESICOO |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 1.96 x 1.96 x 1.1 inches |
Mounting Type | Plug-In Mount |
Actuator Type | Push Button |
International Protection Rating | IP00 |
Controller Type | Google Assistant, vera, Amazon Alexa |
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About this item
- Smart remote control : the smart plug works with amazon alexa and google home which helps to manage your home devices through voice control. You can control home appliances remotely and smartly by your phone or tablet when you use Only Cloud Intelligence App .
- Timer function : switch your home appliances on/off automatically and intelligently by setting a specific time with the smart plug. You can make a schedule for the air conditioner and pre-set your house lit before coming home .
- Easy to install and use : this smart plug connects with internet through wi-fi network(only 2.4Ghz). no hub and subscription required, just plug it into an outlet, and connect a device to the smart plug, then wirelessly control home appliances whenever and wherever .
- Easy to install and use : this smart plug connects with internet through wi-fi network(only 2.4Ghz). no hub and subscription required, just plug it into an outlet, and connect a device to the smart plug, then wirelessly control home appliances whenever and wherever .
- Wide application : the smart socket can be used for any home appliances, such as lights, electric ovens, toasters, fans, air-conditioners and coffee mills, etc. Strong signal ensures the connection between the network and sockets .
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Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 1.96 x 1.96 x 1.1 inches; 8.47 ounces
- Item model number : YX-WS01
- Date First Available : June 22, 2018
- Manufacturer : Esicoo
- ASIN : B07DYMS1L3
- Best Sellers Rank: #69,690 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement)
- #149 in Electric Plugs
- Customer Reviews:
Product Description
ESICOO Smart Idea
Smart Plug 2.4G WiFi Only
The Esicoo Wi-Fi smart plug provides wirelessly control of your devices by using your home Wi-Fi and smart phone.
No Hub Required and Smart App Remote Control
Using Only Cloud Intelligence App, You can turn your devices on/off and set schedules and timer countdown from anywhere and any network.
ESICOO Smart Plug
- Size: 50mm*50mm*50mm
- Max Load/Max Power: 10A, 1250W
- Material: Flame retardant PC
- Compatible with: Alexa/Google Home
- Certification: ETL, FCC
- Stable Wi-Fi Connect: Within 160ft & 3 walls
- Indoor or Outdoor: indoor
Simple Set Up
Features
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Remote Control from AnywhereWith our Cloud Intelligence App, you can remote control your household appliances from anywhere no matter how away. |
Voice Control with Voice AssistantsUse simple voice commands to control your devices with Alexa or Google Assistant. |
Timer SettingSet schedules for your electrical devices to turn off or on automatically. |
Features
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Grouping FunctionWith multiple smart plugs, you can program your appliances to switch on/off simultaneously before you arrive home. |
Family SharingShare your wifi plug smart outlets with all family members in a minute. |
Compact DesignSuitable for any wall socket within its pretty and convenient size. |
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Customers are unhappy with the connectivity of the electronic switch. They say it sometimes loses connection and won't pair with their WiFi. Customers also have issues with app compatibility, and timer. Opinions are mixed on performance, ease of use, value, quality, and Alexa compatibility.
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Customers are mixed about the performance of the electronic switch. Some mention that it works well, while others say that it wouldn't work at all. Some say that the auto turn on feature for sunset doesn't always work, and that it doesn''t connect to a 5G network.
"...- Superb idea for being able to not only choose the location of the plugs but give each of them a custom name through the Smart Life app.-..." Read more
"...Just can use to switch on/off and functions on App. It doesn't work on controlling metrics like dimming your lights...." Read more
"...Plug ESICOO has not only saved us time but also brought joy and enchantment to our household...." Read more
"...3. The auto turn on feature for sunset doesn't always work even though I've verified it has the correct geographical location selected." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the electronic switch. Some mention that it works well, is simple to setup and use, and integrates right in with Alexa. However, others say that the setup was a royal pain and super difficult. They mention that the plugs are not the same and cannot be installed to Smart Life.
"Compared with other brands, it doesn't waste much time on setup.- Plug it (make sure it blinks rapidly and your wifi is like 2.4)-..." Read more
"...These are similar to plugs I bought maybe 4 years ago. Setup requires a series of complex steps including setting up each plug as a separate access..." Read more
"Get the kasa smart plug instead. They are easy to connect and never fail. I got kasa after buying the esicoo and they were wonderful1...." Read more
"...hiccups with the Smart life app, but once they're set up they are very easy to use, especially with Alexa or Google Home, assuming the WiFi signals..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the wireless plug. Some mention that the price for the product was nice, and it's a cost effective way to smart home. However, others say that the plugs are pretty much worthless, and a total waste of money and time.
"...7. There is zero tech support.8. These are cheaply made and throw onto Amazon to collect free money from suckers9...." Read more
"...I would recomment this cost effective solution." Read more
"...Edit 8/6/22: removing a star only because these things are NOT every efficient...." Read more
"...Would not purchase or use again. Right in the trash now. What a waste after 9 months." Read more
Customers are mixed about the Alexa compatibility of the electronic switch. Some mention that it works great with Alexa and Google, while others say that it won't connect with that app. Some customers also mention that the product is not compatible with Alexia and that it intermittently doesn't interact with Alex.
"...Then the performance and connectivity dropped. It Used to connect to Alexa seamlessly they changed the settings make you jump through hoops for..." Read more
"...With its compatibility with Alexa, Echo, and Google, it's become an invaluable addition to our household...." Read more
"...Out of the box, these cannot be used or seen by Alexa...." Read more
"...It works with Alexa just fine and setup is a breeze...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the electronic switch. Some mention that it's reliable, great, and amazing. However, others say that it malfunctioned, has issues, and is not seamless.
"...These are still not the easiest smart plugs I have set up (those use a Bluetooth connection so you do not have to connect to the plug via wifi) but..." Read more
"Get the kasa smart plug instead. They are easy to connect and never fail. I got kasa after buying the esicoo and they were wonderful1...." Read more
"...In addition, these plugs cannot be installed with Tasmota firmware over the air either by EZ mode or AP mode...." Read more
"...Great to use with tools/devices that need charging but you don't want them drawing electricity constantly and damaging the battery or just drawing..." Read more
Customers have issues with the connectivity of the electronic switch. They mention that it refuses to connect, sometimes just loses connection, and doesn't pair with their WiFi. Customers also say that the plugs have a hard time connecting and have to keep adding them. Some customers also mention that the switches connect directly to their WiFi and that they don't like how the plug loses the internet connection.
"...5ghz bandwidth, so during set up in the app, it tries and fails to connect these devices to it...." Read more
"...4. There are no way to reset the plug.5. The plugs will not connect to app.6. You will spend hours trying to connect them and fail...." Read more
"...Wireless coverage needs to be strong for the outlets to work properly...." Read more
"...2. They sometimes just lose connection in general for no apparent reason. Not all of them, just one or two randomly.3...." Read more
Customers dislike that the switch requires an app to recognize the product. They mention that it needs work and is useless. Some customers also say that the app is a pain to install and that they were unable to find the compatible app.
"...There is no Vera plug-in or App for them.I give three stars because these plugs turn on- and off and have WiFi...." Read more
"...App is annoying because it logs you out often. One of mine stopped connecting to wifi and refuses to go into discovery mode to reconnect...." Read more
"...It's another app you have to pair with Alexia. It's another app to sign up for, another account, another password, and another company with your..." Read more
"...Super easy and works well. -1 star due to having to use another app." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the timer function of the electronic switch. They mention that it can be frustrating at times, and the schedule will have to be reset. They say that the time function works on and off, and that they have had no luck getting their schedules to adjust with daylight savings time. Some customers also mention that the scheduling for these is terribly inconsistent and the plugs randomly power on andoff.
"...App is annoying because it logs you out often. One of mine stopped connecting to wifi and refuses to go into discovery mode to reconnect...." Read more
"...I had so much trouble connecting to their wifi. It refused to go automatically. I had to do it manually. I KNOW I connected to the 2.4 Gz network...." Read more
"...Easy setup with Alexa! Phone app is also great, I love the timer function!..." Read more
"1 out of the 3 stopped working. I did NOT LIKE that only 4 schedules could be set...." Read more
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- Plug it (make sure it blinks rapidly and your wifi is like 2.4)
- Open the app, register and sign in
- Add device and follow the app instruction to continue
Beware and make sure you go setting up smart life at first. My brother told me, he can't sync with google and then i found that he didn't setup smart life app!
My words are, 1 of plugs I met setting up slower than others but never saw it cannot sync with Alexa. And my opinion if you want to remote control this product, app setup is necessary to configure whether you owned echo or google. The biggest function is, i can control my home devices anytime, anywhere and with any network.
This doesn't work with 5.0g because you will be unable to setup and use. If your wifi is dual band just like mine, you should go changing wireless channel to 2.4g.
Disadvantages:
- 2 sockets will block if you want to plug together in standard outlet. It is mine. Size of it is 1.96 in.
- Just can use to switch on/off and functions on App. It doesn't work on controlling metrics like dimming your lights.
But it still does function as it promises. When i leave the area, i share it to ifttt and my lights turn off automatically.
So far, very happy with it..
Before you give up- If you have a dual band router, take the extra few minutes and establish a devoted 2.4ghz wifi. (Don’t be disheartened! We just got the router I’m working with so I even had to Google a “how to”, Nighthawk doesn’t present an easy option in their app 🙄) Then connection with the app for these is cake! This might not be necessary, but it definitely made it simpler in my case setting up 8 of them!
After connected, they fit in with our Amazon devices just great!
1. Esicoo has 6 different types of smart plugs and none have model numbers
2. The instructions say hold button for 5 seconds and it starts blinking. The app has two choices:slow blink and fast blink. The plug blinks right in the middle and neither option works.
3. Uninstalling and reinstalling the app does not help
4. There are no way to reset the plug.
5. The plugs will not connect to app.
6. You will spend hours trying to connect them and fail.
7. There is zero tech support.
8. These are cheaply made and throw onto Amazon to collect free money from suckers
9. Your phone will be connected to your 2.4ghz wifi and the app will think it’s 5ghz and ask you to switch. This is after an uninstall and reinstall of the app.
10. You have to search for the app name to down load. Ap name not found on Amazon description.
11. No manual online.
12. I have worked in IT for 20 years. This is the only electronic device that I have hated. It’s like the manufacture created it as a gag gift to piss off a friend.
Do NOT but these plugs. They will make you scream in frustration.
I had never owned a smart outlet and honestly didn't feel like I needed one until purchasing these outlets. I am now a firm believer in the fun and ease of automating many daily tasks that would otherwise be cumbersome or would require you to perform a repeated action (that can easily be overlooked or forgotten). There is a multitude of ways to control your devices, lights or appliances through a simple on/off procedure and when you couple this with Alexa, Google Assistant or even Siri integration it takes smart outlet convenience to the next level.
For example, imagine you go on a trip and you're leaving your pet at home in a hot area of your house and you don't want them to get overheated while you're gone. If you don't have central air conditioning, you can plug either a window air conditioner or a fan into this smart outlet. In the Smart Life app, you can set up automation to have the fan or window air conditioner to turn on when the outside temperature reaches a certain level. Then, when the outside air temperature falls back to a certain degree level, just set up another automation to have the outlet turn off. It's as easy as that, and your pet will stay nice and comfortable and you can focus on your vacation and not worry about the comfort of your pet back home. Same way with the lights, no more old-school timers for lighting. Just set up a schedule for when you want the outlets to come on or off. Want to change the lighting schedule while you're traveling, no problem.
Some very unique uses of the outlets can be to perform an action in places you only visit on occasion, like a cabin or second home. You can have a heater, fan, or a/c unit turn on a couple of hours before you arrive so it's nice and comfortable when you walk in the door. Turn on the lights just minutes before you pull up so you're not navigating in the dark while carrying your bags. Do you or your kids tend to leave small appliances on? For example, have the outlet the hair curling iron is plugged into turn off automatically after you leave the house for work or school reducing the risk of a fire. Along these same lines, what about having your hair curling iron pre-heat just minutes before you get into the bathroom to use it so you don't have to wait for it to be ready! Want to have an Internet-Free day for you or your family? Just plug your wireless router into the smart outlet and set up a schedule to have it turn off. Better yet, just ask Alexa or Google to turn it off for you if you decide on the spot to take a break from being online.
I could go on and on about specific applications for these outlets but read below for my pros/cons on the Design, Setup and Use of these smart outlets.
DESIGN
Pros
- I enjoy the look and feel of the round plugs
- A small, blue LED in the front to indicate whether the outlet is on or off (And to assist with outlet setup)
- The on/off button on the side is a great idea to control the outlet even when you don't have access to the app
Cons
-The circular shape looks good, but when you plug it in, it does take up a lot of space, especially when using it on a power strip. It can actually take up 3 outlet receptacles on a power strip. (Reason for the 4-star review)
-The outlet could be a bit thinner, that would be even better for using behind desks, dressers or other hard-to-reach areas.
- Could use a spot on the back for labeling (There is no way to identify which outlet is which when unplugged)
SETUP/USE
Pros
- Smart Life app was very easy to install on my iPhone
- Alexa integration was seamless - very easy to do and a lot of fun to play with in controlling the outlets
- Love the variations with controlling the outlets with the Smart Life App - The Automation feature is fantastic! I have a window air conditioner and I can't wait to try out using automation to turn on my air conditioner once the outside temperature reaches a certain degree level. The "Scene" feature is nice for quick homepage buttons. Very easy-to-read view of outlets on the home screen of the app.
- IFTTT integration went pretty well - I always enjoy the versatility of using anything on this platform. Kudos for having it work with them!
- Superb idea for being able to not only choose the location of the plugs but give each of them a custom name through the Smart Life app.
- Love the Siri integration with the Smart Life!
- Can give access to other family members for particular outlets, which is a huge plus depending on what devices and what rooms you want to control.
- Great for use with appliances or devices that need to be plugged in behind furniture or in hard-to-reach areas. Just turn them off/on with your voice or the Smart Life app - no more fumbling around with trying to get to the outlet to unplug a simple light.
- Great to use with tools/devices that need charging but you don't want them drawing electricity constantly and damaging the battery or just drawing extra power that will run up your utility bill.
Cons
- The voice-activated feature on the app is so-so. Sometimes it would understand me and sometimes it didn't. I would imagine for those people who have an accent it may not understand much of anything.
- When I would unplug one of the outlets and plug them back in, sometimes the app would not recognize they were back online until I closed out the app and restarted it.
- Wireless coverage needs to be strong for the outlets to work properly. A couple of areas of my house have weaker WiFi, and I can still run a smart TV in those areas, but for some reason, I could not get the plugs to initiate and connect to the network.
- Regarding setup - it was pretty confusing to know to choose the correct outlet option in the app
- The written instructions - text is very small (They do provide helpful tutorials in the Smart Life App)
- If you unplug the outlets, it's easy to get them confused with one another, without labeling them in some way.
SUMMARY
Overall, I really like these smart outlets. I have two of them controlling my dehumidifiers. I was able to get rid of old school outlet timers with these. In summary, the setup is fairly easy (except a few hiccups with the Smart life app, but once they're set up they are very easy to use, especially with Alexa or Google Home, assuming the WiFi signals are strong enough to support it. If you've been on the fence about smart outlets, be on the fence no more and pick up the 4-pack so you can enjoy a more automated home, office, or cabin.