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Reviewer consensus · 2026

Best Smart Power Strips of 2026What 0 reviewers actually think, trust-weighted

Smart power strips combine individually controlled outlets, app and voice control, and surge protection in a single bar, but the signal pool for this category is thin: most candidates we reviewed carry verified-purchase retailer ratings rather than independent lab testing. The synthesis below weights customer-review volume and consistency, and we flag honestly where expert and specialist-community coverage is missing so you can calibrate confidence accordingly.

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Top pick · #1Kasa Smart Plug Power Strip HS300, Surge Protector with 6 Individually Controlled Smart Outlets and 3 USB…
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Kasa Smart Plug Power Strip HS300, Surge Protector with 6 Individually Controlled Smart Outlets and 3 USB…

★★★★★4.6(9,434)85Great

Across the verified-purchase reviewers we read, the Kasa HS300 is the most complete smart power strip in this pool: six individually controlled AC outlets plus three USB ports, no hub required, and direct Alexa and Google Home support. Its 4.6-star average across more than 9,000 Amazon ratings is the kind of volume that makes a rating harder to game, and it consistently lands as the go-to recommendation for shoppers who want to schedule or voice-control several devices from one bar.

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Do smart power strips need a hub to work?
Most modern smart power strips, including the Kasa, Tapo, GHome, and Amazon Basics models we reviewed, connect directly over 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and require no separate hub. They pair with Alexa and Google Home (and in the Tapo P316M's case, Apple Home via Matter) through their respective apps.
What's the difference between individually controlled outlets and a regular smart plug?
On an individually controlled strip, each AC outlet can be switched on or off and scheduled separately from the app, so you can power down a lamp while leaving a router running. A basic smart plug controls only a single device. The Kasa HS300 and Tapo P316M offer six individually addressable outlets; the Kasa KP303 offers three.
Which smart power strip offers energy monitoring?
Among the candidates, the Tapo P316M is the standout for per-outlet energy monitoring, and several Kasa models report consumption in the Kasa app. If tracking power draw matters to you, prioritize a model that advertises energy monitoring explicitly rather than just scheduling.
Are smart power strips good surge protectors?
Surge protection varies widely. Some strips list joule ratings (the Kasa strips and Tapo P316M advertise surge protection), while reviewers in specialist communities warn that not every 'surge protector' label reflects meaningful joule capacity. If you're protecting expensive electronics, confirm the joule rating before buying.
Can I control individual outlets with Alexa or Google Home?
Yes. The Kasa, Tapo, and Amazon Basics strips expose each smart outlet as a separate device to Alexa and Google Home, so you can issue voice commands per outlet. Note the Amazon Basics model is Alexa-only, while Kasa and Tapo support both ecosystems.