Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug KP401, Smart Home Wi-Fi Outlet Timer

Really a great plug. I use it for charging my ebike - setting it to turn off once the bike is fully charged. It has not let me down yet and the Kassa app is very streamlined and easy to use. I was able to sync up the product and start using almost immediately. I kind of regret not buying the dual plug version so that I would have at least gotten a splitter out of the deal also, but I guess that's my mistake, and I did save a little cash this way. For my purposes this thing has worked out wonderfully. I needed something higher quality that could be used outdoors in a garage. I have some other smart plugs that are adequate for indoors, but I needed to know that I was using for my ebike could handle the load and wouldn't start a fire. The button on the outside of the plug to turn on / off could be a little easier to press but its far from a deal breaker at the end of the day.

I own a number of Kasa products (like bulbs and smart plugs) and they've worked out well for me. They've been a great value, for some very useful applications. This Kasa Outdoor Plug is also working very well. It's easy to use on my network and with the app. My only small issue with the product is the rigid 90 degree plug, which prevents two Smart Plugs from easily being used in one outlet. (For example, for two different strings of lights that you want to time differently, like Christmas lights and patio lights.) The 90 degree plug is probably fine if you're using just one, or need it to fit behind a cabinet or something. But as this is a 3-prong outlet, both plugs would need to be oriented the same way in the outlet, and that's not possible. So I need to add another short extension to use both Smart Plugs. A plug that came straight out from the outlet would avoid that. (I'm a huge fan of 90 degree plug designs for indoor use, it is so often helpful.) Anyway, if you're planning to put two in one outlet, plan ahead and get a short extension as well. I like that this is designed to go up to 15 amps. Though I doubt I'll ever use it for high-wattage loads, it's a good safety measure, in case someone who doesn't know plugs something into this Smart Plug. Having good wi-fi network coverage surely helps, though with the small amount of data infrequently transmitted they work well over reasonably long distances. I make a point of attaching all smart devices to the guest network for security reasons.

Great outdoor timer. Safely designed to be used for appliances outdoor. Simple to install and set up and works well. We use it outdoors for our extra lights when barbecuing or hanging out in the yard. I feel safer knowing it’s made for the outdoors so if it gets rained on water won’t get in.

I have over 50 smart devices in my home. The Kasa outdoor smart plug is my first Kasa smart product. I am very impressed with the high quality of the plug. Flawless install and works perfectly. Price is 1/3 of what I have been paying.

Product: Kasa / TP-Link Outdoor Smart Plug, single outlet, model KP401 Gist: overall I like it and would get it again although I'd actually get the one with 2 plugs instead Good: Kasa Smart app works good, the Kasa/TP-Link products are good quality and good function with the Kasa App or the Alexa App and Echo devices, actual setup of the plug was very simple and easy - just select it in the Kasa app and then go into Alexa and it already has it ready to go without even doing anything. Not so good: you have to have the Kasa Smart App on your phone, you need a username and password, the unit is not waterproof - it is weather proof - that means no direct water contact I'm pretty sure. It is designed to be plugged into the outlet and for the unit to hang down by the cord about 7 inches with the actual socket facing the bottom. That way rain will not enter, just run off the sides. Just keep that in mind when determining if this style plug will fit into your scenario. Details: My first smart plug was a Kasa/TP-Link product that I purchased off Amazon in 2017 and in 2024 it is still operating perfectly with Alexa/Echo so I expect this item will also last a few years. Since I already had a Kasa account setup in 2017 all I had to do was login and add this new device. Well, I haven't accessed that account since 2017 and haven't had the Kasa app on my phones since then either. I've just been using the Echo devices to control my Kasa devices ever since initial setup years ago. So here is the process for me to setup this device: First: Like most smart devices you need the 2.4 GHZ band of your internet router to be active along with the 5 GHZ all the time. 1. download the Kasa Smart App onto my phone (I ditched Apple so I use the Android version now) 2. open the Kasa App - it will want a login before anything else can be done. If you have an existing account and don't know your username or password then just click recover option and it will send a link to your email it has on file. Use the link to reset the password. I actually had my password written down but I think since its been years since I logged in it was disabled and that's why I had to do the reset. 3. After you login to the app, just click the plus sign for add device and scroll through the types to select your Outdoor Plug and then the KP401. 4. Assign a group or routine in the Kasa App if you want 5. Once you're done with the Kasa app if you go into the Alexa app it should be already setup and ready to use. I didn't give it 5 stars because everything can always be better and I think the amount of cord this hangs by should be shorter. For some reason they didn't think so. It works well but looks a little clunky in my patio scenario.

Easy to link up with Wi-fi. I have several and had no problems.

I recently purchased the 2 Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug and have been extremely happy with it! I’m using it primarily for my outdoor string lights, and it has completely elevated my setup. The installation was super easy . I had it connected and running in just a few minutes. I love that it is Alexa enabled, so I can turn my lights on and off with simple voice commands or through the app without having to step outside. Beyond lighting, I’ve also started using it for my holiday decorations, and the ability to schedule them automatically has been a game-changer. The build feels sturdy and weather-resistant, which gives me confidence it will last through the seasons, even during rain or snow. The dual outlets allow me to control two separate devices independently, which adds a lot of flexibility to my setup. The Kasa app is intuitive and provides options like timers, schedules, and remote access, which makes managing my outdoor spaces effortless. Overall, I highly recommend the Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug for anyone looking to add convenience, automation, and smart control to their outdoor spaces! It truly transforms how you manage your garden lights, seasonal décor, and other outdoor electronics.

The unit is quite rugged so should be excellent outdoors. The pigtail has the electronics and female plug. One big plus I found is that I can rotate the head 90* to improve wi fi reception. I have it on our porch, just outside a brick wall, and wi fi apparently fades sometimes. I found it lost connection overnight and did not start in the morning. After trying a few things I found just turning the head 90* gave better reception, and I've had no outdate since. A big negative for me is that there was VERY little instruction or explanation of the menu items. It tool quite a bit of reading their website FAQs to understand how to use fully use it. A d/l'able 6 page manual would make it a 5 star in my opinion. I also would like to see the On & Off setting for a schedule rather than going into edit for each.

De lo mejor ! No sé desconfigura, se configura rapidísimo, Se ve de muy buena calidad ! Lo uso en una compresora y funciona perfecto !

These are great as they work outside in all conditions without issue, are wireless with a great app for controlling it and tons of features, while also not costing a fortune.

Muy buen producto

I've been a fan of automation for years. I have Modbus (PLC), Zigbee, Z-Wave, TTL, and many other devices. I've started integrating Matter devices (which actually use Wi-Fi). This TP-Link outlet isn't Matter-compatible (there is a KP401M model), but that wasn't my goal here. I installed the Kasa app (Android) to detect and set up this device. This is a required step to add the outlet to my Wi-Fi network. Everything worked great (5–10 minutes of setup, at most), and the app lets me turn the outlet on and off. The outlet itself is high-quality (TP-Link) and comes with a small protective rubber cap. When the outlet is activated, it makes a distinct click. My test lamp turned on and off quickly. Once I had verified that everything was working properly, I decided to integrate it into my IoT system (Hubitat). In Hubitat (C-5 with the latest firmware, 2.5.1.183), I was able to simply add a Kasa Plug Switch device, which, oddly enough, is listed as KP401-Matter (even though it isn’t). After a few tests, I deleted the app from my smartphone (which I had registered with a temporary email address anyway, just to limit my interaction with them). Bottom line: an excellent product that works exactly as intended.

Lo tengo conectado a la bomba de la cisterna, que en realidad es un presurizador pero que no quiero que esté encendido todo el tiempo. Entonces ahora con un simple comando ¡listo! agua a más alta presión en la casa. Una chulada. Tiene más de un mes que lo tengo en funcionamiento.