The 9 best smart plugs for Amazon Alexa, HomeKit, and more

If you make a purchase by clicking one of our links, we may earn a small share of the revenue. Our picks and opinions are independent from any business incentives. Smart home tech is the hot new thing, but it can be pretty overwhelming if you're just getting your feet wet. For newbies, it makes sense to start with something simple, and it doesn't get any simpler than the humble smart plug. These cheap, compact devices plug into traditional wall sockets, upgrading them with remote control, scheduling, and power usage monitoring via smartphone apps.