Last updated: 24 March 2026
By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance
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Cool Factor: 4/5
Smart plugs remain one of the cheapest and easiest ways to start building a smarter home. After testing and comparing the best smart plugs UK buyers can get right now, the Tapo P110M is still our top pick for 2026. It offers Matter support, real-time energy monitoring and a compact design, all for under £17. Here is how it stacks up against the Philips Hue, Eve Energy and Meross alternatives.
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