
The Kasa Smart Outdoor Plug (Model EP40) is a weather-resistant dual-outlet smart plug designed to add intelligence and remote control to your outdoor electrical devices. Whether it’s landscape lighting, pool pumps, holiday decorations, or other outdoor electronics, this plug brings smart control to spaces outside your home. It works with popular voice assistants, connects directly to your 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network without a hub, and lets you automate schedules or control plugs remotely via the Kasa Smart app.
The Kasa Smart Outdoor Plug (Model EP40) is a weather-resistant dual-outlet smart plug designed to add intelligence and remote control to your outdoor electrical devices. Whether it’s landscape lighting, pool pumps, holiday decorations, or other outdoor electronics, this plug brings smart control to spaces outside your home. It works with popular voice assistants, connects directly to your 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network without a hub, and lets you automate schedules or control plugs remotely via the Kasa Smart app.
For outdoor smart plugs, weatherproofing is crucial. An IP64 rating ensures protection against dust and water splashes, which helps prevent damage in unpredictable outdoor conditions. This is essential for reliable outdoor automation.
Outdoor devices must handle environmental stressors (rain, dust, temperature change) without failure. The higher the protection rating (IP codes), the more robust the device will be in challenging conditions.
Unlike single-outlet plugs, this unit offers two individually controllable outlets, allowing you to manage two devices separately from the same hardware.
Smart plugs rely on stable 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi connectivity for remote control and smart triggers. Integration with Alexa and Google Assistant simplifies hands-free control and builds into a broader smart home ecosystem.
Reliable network communication is necessary for instant commands, scheduling feedback, and seamless synchronization with voice assistants or routines.
This smart plug is rated IP64, meaning it resists dust and water splashes and is designed for outdoor installation — a must-have for devices exposed to the elements. Weather resistance ensures the plug lasts longer and performs consistently in patios, gardens, backyards, or holiday lighting setups.Unlike single-outlet smart plugs, each of the two outlets on the EP40 can be controlled independently via the app or voice commands. This flexibility gives you the ability to run two separate devices under different schedules or control schemas without needing separate units.Through the Kasa Smart app, you can control your outdoor electronics from anywhere. It’s also compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant for hands-free voice commands.
These factors represent the most critical aspects that will impact your satisfaction with this product.
I bought this plug with the intention of using it in the chicken coop. I use it for a water heater and a radiant heat source. I purchased it based on reviews and the size and connectivity. To my surprise when I recieved the box it had TP- link on it. Apparently I did not scroll far enough down before purchasing it.
I realized its not easy to find an outdoor smart plug that has individual control of the outlets! What a headache that was, & lots of searching to find this! Luckily I did & its perfect! I do wish that the cord came in more options as far as length and also that it wasn't SO thick! But I made it work & am happy with my results. I needed to be able to turn on my outside string lights on my phone vs having to plug/unplug them everytime I went outside. Now I can control all that from my phone & even have it on a schedule which is even better!! (: