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Orbi-Compatible Smart Plugs?
I see that all the smart plugs on the market are limited to the 2.4GHz WiFi band. Are there any recommendations for smart plugs that set up easily with the Orbi system, and don't require any "workaro...
Like you, my TP-Link Mini Smart Plug 105 arrived. Used my Android phone (on 5G), downloaded Kasa app, and in 15 minutes the smart plug is working. Total breeze. I like that it takes up only a single wall outlet, leaving the other free. Am not thrilled about the "snap" sound it makes when turning on and off (guess it's a mechanical relay of some sort). I use a wireless switch for the Christmas tree (so the gradkids can "blow" and turn the tree off at night), but I'll find a use somewhere.
MEROSS smart plugs work extremely well and 100% reliably for me - I have 3 of them.