Amazon Basics Smart Plug

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About this product

The Amazon Basics Smart Plug is a simple single-outlet Wi-Fi plug that brings app and voice control to ordinary lamps and small appliances. It is designed mainly for households that already use Alexa and want the quickest, least fussy way to add a few smart outlets.

Amazon Basics sells more than one version of its single-outlet smart plug, including a model that works only with Alexa and a Matter-compatible model for other platforms, plus multi-packs. The product title does not say which version this is, so this description is deliberately general. Confirm the version on the listing.

How much does the Amazon Basics Smart Plug cost?

When we last checked in October 2026, the Amazon Basics Smart Plug was typically selling for about $20 – $30 in the US. That is an approximate range, not a quote: the retailer changes prices often, and colour, size or storage options can move it up or down. Use the Buy Now button to see the exact price today before you decide.

Key features

Voice control with Alexa: switch a connected device on or off by voice through an Alexa-enabled speaker or the Alexa app.
Remote control: control the plug from your phone when you are away from home.
Schedules and routines: set devices to run at certain times, or tie them into wider routines with other smart devices.
No separate hub for the Alexa version: it connects directly over 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi.
Compact design: shaped to occupy one socket and leave the other free on a standard duplex outlet.
Simple setup: configuration is handled in the Alexa app rather than a separate manufacturer app.

What we like

Setup inside the Alexa app, with no extra app to install.
A deliberately basic feature set that is easy to live with.
A compact body that leaves the second socket usable.
No subscription needed.

What to consider

The Alexa-only version will not work with Google Home or Apple Home.
There is no energy monitoring.
It is intended for indoor use.
It works on 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks only.

Who should buy it

The Amazon Basics Smart Plug is a sensible choice for people with an Echo speaker who want to automate a lamp, fan or coffee maker with minimal effort. It suits first-time smart home buyers who want a Wi-Fi smart plug that simply switches things on and off by voice or schedule.

Buyers who use Google Home or Apple Home should be careful. They need the Matter version or a different plug altogether. Anyone who wants to measure electricity use, or who needs an outdoor plug, should also look at other models.

How it compares

The Amazon Basics Smart Plug sits at the simple end of the smart plug category. Other basic Wi-Fi plugs from smart home brands use their own apps and often work with more than one voice assistant. Step-up plugs add energy monitoring, which shows how much power a device draws. Outdoor plugs add weather protection, and Matter plugs are designed to work across several platforms. As general guidance, choose a plug by the platform you already use first, then by the extras you actually need.

What to check before you buy

Which version: check whether the listing says it works with Alexa only or is Matter compatible. The Matter version needs a compatible Matter controller.
Load rating: confirm the maximum amps and watts on the listing and stay within them, especially with heating appliances.
Pack size: single and multi-pack listings look similar.
Region: make sure the plug type and voltage match your country.
Device suitability: smart plugs work best with devices that turn back on automatically when power is restored.

Frequently asked questions

Does the Amazon Basics Smart Plug work with Google Home?

Only if you buy the Matter-compatible version. The Alexa-only version will not work with Google Home or Apple Home, so check the listing.

Does the Amazon Basics Smart Plug need a hub?

The Alexa version does not. It connects directly over 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi. The Matter version needs a compatible Matter controller.

Does it work on 5 GHz Wi-Fi?

No. It uses 2.4 GHz networks only. Most dual-band routers provide a 2.4 GHz network alongside 5 GHz, which is general guidance worth checking against your own router.