$17.99 – $29.99
IP64 weatherproof outdoor smart plug with 2 individually controlled outlets
Extreme temperature environment
Works from -4°F to 122°F
Far from house WiFi
300-foot WiFi range reaches distant outlets
Control string lights or decorations
2 outlets perfect for outdoor lighting
Need outdoor smart plug
IP64 weather rating handles dust and rain
Need HomeKit support
EP40 has no HomeKit - get EP40A instead
Want energy monitoring
EP40 has no energy monitoring feature
Have horizontal outlet orientation
Vertical plug design may block other outlet
Need long-term outdoor durability
Rubber socket covers may degrade/pop off
Rubber socket cover flaps dont feel secure and pop off easily
TechHive reviewVertical plug orientation blocks lower outlet on some receptacles
Amazon reviewsKasa app occasionally refuses to rename sockets - generates errors
TechHive reviewSocket cover quality
commonCause: Rubber flaps pop off with use
No HomeKit
commonCause: EP40A version needed for HomeKit
Installing with sockets facing up
Water can get into outlets
Tip: Always orient with socket openings facing down
Expecting HomeKit support
Device wont appear in Home app
Tip: Get EP40A model specifically for HomeKit
Kasa app remote access, voice assistants
Local control via Home Assistant, physical buttons
IP64 rating. 2 outlets × 15A each. 300ft WiFi range. -4°F to 122°F temp range. ETL certified. Fire-resistant UL94-V0 housing.
No HomeKit. No energy monitor. Socket covers pop off. Vertical plug blocks outlets. Orientation-dependent waterproofing.
Kasa EP40A
If: Need HomeKit support
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If: Want HomeKit + Matter
Wyze Outdoor Plug
If: Want cheaper option
Need basic outdoor automation
Affordable and reliable for outdoor use
Use Alexa or Google ecosystem
Solid voice control integration
Need HomeKit compatibility
Get EP40A for HomeKit - this model lacks it
The EP40A adds Apple HomeKit support. Otherwise, they have the same features, weather rating, and dual outlets. Get EP40A if you use HomeKit.
Source: Kasa websiteYes, via the TP-Link Smart Home integration. Both outlets appear as separate switches. May require enabling Third-Party Compatibility in the Kasa app.
Source: Home Assistant documentationMust keep sockets facing down to maintain waterproof seal
Android Police reviewPlug orientation issues
occasionalCause: Vertical design not universal fit
No energy monitoring
occasionalCause: Feature not included in outdoor model
Using with horizontal outlet on cover
May not fit properly under weatherproof cover
Tip: Check outlet orientation before purchase
Device status via Kasa cloud
Can use local-only via Home Assistant TP-Link integration
Want energy monitoring
No power monitoring - consider indoor HS300 instead
The EP40 operates in temperatures from -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C), making it suitable for most outdoor climates year-round.
Source: TP-Link specificationsIt has an IP64 rating - protected against dust ingress and water splashes from any direction. It is NOT submersible. Keep sockets facing down for best water protection.
Source: TP-Link specificationsNo, the standard EP40 does not support Apple HomeKit. For HomeKit compatibility, you need the Kasa EP40A model which is specifically HomeKit certified.
Source: TP-Link specifications