One fundamental question has been the driving force behind innovation and technological advancement since time immemorial: “How can I do this without standing up?”That’s the beauty of smart plugs.Plug in one of your “dumb” devices and a smart plug transforms it into an automated sci-fi gadget, enabling you to remotely trigger it on/off, put it on a custom schedule, or answer your beck and call using voice commands.The TP-Link Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Plug Slim (EP25) is the best smart plug for indoor use, as it provides the most features for the best price. TP-Link’s Tapo TP25 Outdoor Plug (or the identical P400M) is our rugged outdoor pick, and the TP-Link Tapo P316M Smart Power Strip is our top pick for a multi-outlet option.