Smart Plugs
Best Smart Outlet with Timer (2026): Our 5 Picks Ranked
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For a smart outlet with a timer, the Amazon Smart Plug leads this list: it works with Alexa, needs no hub, and sets timers and lighting schedules for lights. The EIGHTREE runner-up adds a 4-pack with timer, countdown and cycle schedules through the Smart Life app.
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Top picks at a glance
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Best OverallAmazon Smart Plug9.8 View on Amazon -
9.5 View on Amazon -
9.4 View on Amazon -
Also GreatKasa Smart Plug Ultra Mini 15A9.3 View on Amazon -
Also GreatGHome Smart Dual Smart Plug 15A9.2 View on Amazon
Compare the specs
Ranked on works with alexa / google, timer, pack size from each listing, plus how many buyers have rated it. A dash (—) means we could not confirm that figure from the listing.
| Pick | Works with Alexa / Google | Timer | Pack size | Weight | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Amazon Smart Plug | Yes | Yes | — | — | — |
| 2. EIGHTREE Smart Plug WiFi Outlet Works | Yes | Yes | 4-pack | — | 2-year |
| 3. Amazon Basics Smart Plug with Timer Function | Yes | Yes | — | — | — |
| 4. Kasa Smart Plug Ultra Mini 15A | Yes | Yes | — | — | 2-year |
| 5. GHome Smart Dual Smart Plug 15A | Yes | Yes | 2-pack | — | 2-year |
Amazon Smart Plug
It pairs Alexa voice control with no hub and timer and lighting schedules.
- Works with Alexa / Google
- Timer
Good for
- Buyers who want Alexa voice control with no hub
- Buyers who want timer schedules for lights
Skip it if
- You want to control more than 1 device per plug
- You want a plug for devices without a physical on/off switch
It works with the Alexa app and compatible Alexa devices for voice control, with no smart home hub required. Its compact design keeps the second outlet free for an additional smart plug. It sets timers for lights and lighting schedules for when you are away, and it sets routines that automate tasks like turning on a light or brewing coffee. It reconnects to Alexa automatically after power or Wi-Fi outages.
EIGHTREE Smart Plug WiFi Outlet Works
It pairs a 4-pack with 1800 watts and timer, countdown and cycle schedules.
- Works with Alexa / Google
- Timer
- Pack size: 4-pack
- 2-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want a 4-pack of smart plugs
- Buyers who want timer, countdown and cycle schedules
Skip it if
- You need more than 1800 watts
- You want a pack larger than 4 plugs
It is a 4-pack rated at 15A and 1800 watts, with voice control through Alexa and Google Assistant after setup in the Smart Life app. It sets timers, countdowns, cycles and random schedules, for example turning a coffee maker on at 8 a.m. and lights off at 10 p.m. A smartphone turns devices on and off from anywhere, and it uses 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only. It carries a 2-year warranty.
Amazon Basics Smart Plug with Timer Function
It pairs a 2-pack with Alexa-only control and timer schedules.
- Works with Alexa / Google
- Timer
Good for
- Buyers who want a 2-pack for Alexa only
- Buyers who want sunrise and sunset schedules
Skip it if
- You want a pack larger than 2 plugs
- You want Google Home voice control
It is a 2-pack that works with Alexa only, with setup and control directly in the Alexa app and no 3rd party apps or hubs. It schedules appliances like lights or fans to turn on and off automatically, and it controls them remotely via the Alexa app when you are away. Its compact design fits 1 socket and leaves remaining sockets free, and it sets schedules at set times, by voice command, or at sunrise and sunset.
Kasa Smart Plug Ultra Mini 15A
It pairs a 2-pack with Alexa and Google voice control and timer schedules.
- Works with Alexa / Google
- Timer
- 2-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want a 2-pack with Kasa app control
- Buyers who want timer and countdown schedules
Skip it if
- You need more than 1800 watts
- You want a pack larger than 2 plugs
It is a 2-pack rated at 15A and 1800 watts, with voice control through Alexa and Google Home Assistant and no hub required. It uses 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, and the Kasa app turns electronics on and off from anywhere with a smartphone. It sets timer and countdown schedules for lamps, fans, humidifiers and Christmas lights, and Kasa devices are supported by the Tapo App with no hardware replacement needed. It carries a 2-year warranty.
GHome Smart Dual Smart Plug 15A
It pairs dual independent outlets with Alexa and Google voice control and timer schedules.
- Works with Alexa / Google
- Timer
- Pack size: 2-pack
- 2-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want 2 independent outlets in 1 plug
- Buyers who want timer schedules via app
Skip it if
- You want more than 2 outlets per plug
- You need more than 1800 watts
It is a 2-pack rated at 15A and 1800 watts, with 1 compact plug holding 2 fully independent controlled outlets. It works with Alexa and Google Home Assistant after connecting to the GHome app first, and it sets timers and schedules with random control for lights, fans and other appliances. It uses 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only, needs no hub, and it allows app remote access, grouping and sharing through the GHome, Smart Life or Tuya app. It carries a 2-year warranty.
How to choose
Timer and schedule types
A timer turns a device on or off at a set time, a countdown turns it off after a set period, and a schedule repeats on set days. The Amazon plug sets timers and lighting schedules, the EIGHTREE sets timers, countdowns, cycles and random schedules, the Amazon Basics sets schedules at set times or at sunrise and sunset, the Kasa sets timer and countdown schedules, and the GHome sets timers and schedules with random control.
Voice control and apps
Voice control runs through an app for most of these plugs. The Amazon plug works with the Alexa app, the Amazon Basics works with the Alexa app only with no 3rd party apps, and the Kasa works with Alexa and Google Home through the Kasa app. The EIGHTREE needs the Smart Life app first before linking to Alexa or Google, since direct connection to Alexa is not supported, and the GHome needs the GHome app first, since it cannot link directly to Alexa or Google Home.
Pack size and outlet count
Pack size sets how many plugs you get at once. The EIGHTREE is a 4-pack, the Amazon Basics is a 2-pack, the Kasa is a 2-pack, and the GHome is a 2-pack. Outlet count sets how many devices one plug controls: the Amazon plug keeps the second outlet free for an additional smart plug, while each GHome plug has 2 independent outlets for different devices.
FAQ
Which plugs here need no hub?
All five plugs need no hub: the Amazon plug, the EIGHTREE, the Amazon Basics, the Kasa and the GHome each set up without a smart home hub.
Which plug here has 2 outlets in 1 plug?
The GHome plug has 2 independent outlets in 1 plug, with independent control for different devices from the same plug.
Which packs here include more than 1 plug?
The EIGHTREE is a 4-pack, and the Amazon Basics, the Kasa and the GHome are each a 2-pack.
