Swidget 15A Outlet - Smart Plug Power Outlet Switch for Automation - Requires Neutral Wire - Compatible with Swidget Smart Inserts for Remote Control & Power Monitoring

In case it isnt clear by the time you read this review, this item is the outlet and you separately purchase an insert to augment the outlets functionality as needed for your desired use case. As such, I will mainly be commenting on the outlet here and do a separate review as well for the Wi-Fi Control insert I used with the outlet. The outlet appears to be very high quality. It installed and worked as expected. Keep in mind it is deeper than a plain cheap outlet so the most difficult part is getting the wiring to easily and safely fit in the electrical box. You may need to trim the length of existing wires or pull them all out and reorganize them to fold neatly into the back of the electrical box. Everything you need except the tools is included with the outlet. The outlet has hot and neutral wires then a screw for the ground. The flexibility this outlet offers by being able to accept all the different inserts and the included power monitoring makes it a premium product. It is priced accordingly. If you are simply looking for the cheapest path to a Wi-Fi controlled outlet, this is not it. If you are looking for something with FLEXIBILITY to change as your needs/desires change then THIS IS IT - and it is unique in that way. I really like the product. At its current price point I will pick and choose where I install them. For example, if I want a controlled socket that will live behind a dresser I will likely choose a cheaper option and give up the flexibility and clean look of this product. However, if I want to control something in a high traffic area this is much cleaner and gives me many option added benefits (e.g. lights, motion control, USB charging, etc). If price is not a concern then I cant think of a reason not to put these everywhere to future proof your space. FYI, I purchased this product through their original Kickstarter campaign.

I certainly like the flexibility of the plug. Great concept.

I live my Swidget outlets. We have 20 outlets in the house now. We use primarily the zwave devices with SmartThings and now Hubitat. I have a few of the WiFi modules for Christmas lights. The usb inserts are a very handy way to replace all the usb chargers that wee seem to accumulate. I’d love to see a USB C insert or a way to integrate IR with harmony remotes.