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TP-Link Tapo Mini Wi-Fi Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring - 2-Pack $24 + Delivery ($0 C&C/ In-Store/ OnePass) @Bunnings

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TP-Link Tapo Mini Wi-Fi Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring - 2-Pack $24 + Delivery ($0 C&C/ In-Store/ OnePass) @Bunnings
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Nand0sx on 06/08/2024 - 00:14 bunnings.com.au (3655 clicks)
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Not sure why but the 2 pack for the smart plugs is currently only $2 more than the single.

Turn a household appliance into a smart device with the TP-Link Tapo P110 Smart Plug. It allows you to set timers and schedule on/off statuses via the Tapo app, and even use voice control via Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. This model also allows you to track energy consumption and real time energy spend, so you can keep an eye on your daily usage.

These plugs are compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for voice control.
They plug into your wall socket and include an input for the appliance of your choice.
They require a WiFi connection to function.
Set on/off schedules and timers from anywhere via the Tapo app.
This model also allows you to track energy consumption and real time energy spend, so you can keep an eye on your daily usage.
This pack comes with 2 x P110 Energy Monitoring Smart Plugs.

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  • OfTheOverflow on 06/08/2024 - 00:19
    +15

    The one I bought started boot looping and TP-link were no help. not supporting them again

    • purple1 on 06/08/2024 - 00:35
      +37

      I've returned 12 of these units already with the same capacitor overheating issue, all failed within 12 months from the date of purchase.
      These units are a fire hazard, and may cause damage to your electrical equipment, not fit for sale.

      • Nand0sx on 06/08/2024 - 00:53
        +3

        That is a thread discussing a different model?

        • purple1 on 06/08/2024 - 00:54
          +8

          Same design flaw issue. Use at your own risk.

          • chid on 06/08/2024 - 01:31
            +2

            @purple1: Interesting, I have a couple of these and now I’m a bit worried

            • purple1 on 06/08/2024 - 01:36
              +8

              @chid: I had about 20 or so of these units, so I'd say about 50% failure rate.
              I did notice the ones installed in a horizontal / laying flat position (in a powerboard) are still working, perhaps more even / better heat dissipation that way.
              The problem is when they do die, there is no warning, and the Tapo app does not notify you when it loses comms to a unit. It can take quite some time before the unit status turns grey, and even then, there is no notification.

              • Voldemorts Flat Nose on 06/08/2024 - 02:19
                +4

                @purple1: Out of curiosity, what are you using them for? I guess i'm trying to figure out if it's high energy use related.

                • drinkin-beer on 06/08/2024 - 05:26
                  +1

                  @Voldemorts Flat Nose: I have about 4 of the matter version of these. Two brand new unused, should I be returning them?

                  • PortK on 07/08/2024 - 03:35

                    @drinkin-beer: Does the matter compatibility mean you can connect directly to a hub? Eg smartthings. Instead of via the tapo app, that then connects to smartthings.

                    • drinkin-beer on 07/08/2024 - 05:27
                      +1

                      @PortK: While matter is still in its early stages, the whole point is that you can add it into multiple different "setups" at once. Theoretically you can have them setup in any software you like. And in multiple instances if you wish.

                      Unsure about how to setup with smartthings but you can definitely do away with the tapo app. I will be running mine from home assistant.

                      • PortK on 07/08/2024 - 07:24
                        +1

                        @drinkin-beer: Thanks, that's what I thought as well. I'll get one next time they are on sale.

                        To add to the broader conversation, I've had a mix of kasa and tapo plugs for between 2 and 4 years. 12 in total, just one kasa failed (washing machine and dryer). Devices unharmed.

                • Astronaut Joe on 06/08/2024 - 09:18

                  @Voldemorts Flat Nose: These products in general are built to lowest-cost specs to do the job of switching mains power. It is no surprise their failure rate is so high when they are full of tin foil components and the minimum possible circuitry required to make them work.. I've had similar products from other brands consistently fail so I would have zero surprise if these TP units behave similarly.

                • Qazxswec on 06/08/2024 - 09:24

                  @Voldemorts Flat Nose: Growing Weed

                • Chridim on 06/08/2024 - 10:07
                  +4

                  @Voldemorts Flat Nose: I was using mine to monitor my fridge power use for a few months, then after not using it for a bit i was planning to use on electric blanket to schedule start time and I reliazed that had failed. Lucky didn't happen when it was connected to the fridge.

                • purple1 on 06/08/2024 - 10:17
                  +1

                  @Voldemorts Flat Nose: TVs, soundbars including satellite rears, media players, printer, air purifiers, night-light… nothing that would draw excessive current.

              • snickerz on 06/08/2024 - 09:23
                +3

                @purple1: Just confirming. You had 20 of the Tapo P110 or KP-115?

              • Viper8 on 06/08/2024 - 09:59
                +8

                @purple1: I have the model from this deal, not the different model you have. It's outside, putting out 750W for 8 hrs a day, every day. It's been over a year and performed flawlessly.

        • lint on 06/08/2024 - 12:35
          +1

          It's the same product, but they released two variants, one under the now discontinued Kasa ecosystem and one under the Tapo ecosystem. The only difference is the firmware, the hardware issues are present in both.

          I believe there's been an internal redesign since but I'm not trusting TP Link with smart outlets again.

      • reactor-au on 06/08/2024 - 03:42
        +7

        I haven't had any fail yet but it seems common enough that I'm going to remove them from use on sensitive expensive electronics.

        I think anyone or everyone that has a failed one should report it to https://www.productsafety.gov.au/contact-us/for-consumers/re…

      • [Deactivated] on 06/08/2024 - 08:14
        +1

        What wattage were you driving through the failed ones? I had a TP link KASA HS110 plug fail on me because I used to run a 2KW heater on it.

        • bio on 06/08/2024 - 09:14

          had a TP link KASA HS110 plug fail on me because I used to run a 2KW heater on it.

          The specifications page says that it is rated for 2.3KW for 230V.

          • [Deactivated] on 06/08/2024 - 09:23
            +3

            @bio: I know, it pretty much failed within a month of using with the heater. It still works, but energy monitoring is broken.

            • lint on 06/08/2024 - 12:36

              @[Deactivated]: That screams not fit for purpose.

              • [Deactivated] on 06/08/2024 - 12:49

                @lint: I kinda agree, it shouldnt be stressed that much. I think the current is measured in series so thats a lot of load. Even though the heater heated just a small room for like 30 to 45 mins a day just over a month.

      • Jiv on 06/08/2024 - 08:21
        +1

        Woah…. Thanks for the link.

        I was wondering why my two Tp-link KP115 were acting strange.

        I have them integrated with my Home Assistant (HA), and they seem to be DISCONNECTING EVERY MINUTE according to the HA log.
        They power a 1500w column heater.

        My Tapo P110 (this deal) seems to be working fine so far…

        • Marty-69 on 07/08/2024 - 09:53

          @Jiv Which intergration do you use for HA? For me, both "TP-Link Smart Home" and "Tapo Integration" are losing connection all the time. Almost weekly I lose a few plugs, need to manual add them again (fixed IP address) but then quite often issues with credentials for the Tapo cloud.

          • Jiv on 07/08/2024 - 10:01

            @Marty-69: I used Kasa ones (KP115, HS100, HS110) with Tp-Link Smart Home, and Tapo one (a single P110) with Tp-link Tapo (custom integration from HACS).

            The P110 hasn't disconnected yet, but it is newer than the others and may not be exhibiting the issues Yet.

            I was also considering migrating the Kasa ones to Tp-link Tapo, just to experiment. Will report back.
            Never mind… Kasa ones aren't supported on Tp-link Tapo…

            One other thing to try out is to remove all devices from the Tp-Link Smart Home, reboot HA, then add the devices back again. It may force configuration to be refreshed, which might resolve issues.

            • Marty-69 on 10/08/2024 - 14:42

              @Jiv: I've removed "TP-Link Smart Home" and "Tapo Integration" from HA. Assigned a fixed IP address to all the TP/Kasa devices and only installed "TP-Link Smart Home" in HA. The P100, P110 and HS100 are working fine. Hub H100 works with door sensor T110.

      • purpleturtle on 06/08/2024 - 08:47
        +5

        +1 had one of these powering a Dell SFF, just for power monitoring and never switched on/off.

        Was dead in about 8 months and killed the Dell PSU

      • Enjj0y on 06/08/2024 - 09:24
        +1

        Yes true. I have 7. out of that 2 are playing up. need to reset frequently.

      • bob98 on 06/08/2024 - 10:21

        any experience with the p300 power board? im wanting to run 3d printers linked to a smart smoke alarm. thought tp link had the best reviews out of them all.

      • DaiShan on 06/08/2024 - 10:49
        +6

        The one attached to my electric heater melted down, and melted my power board. I'm extremely lucky it didn't start an electrical fire in my bedroom overnight. Strongly recommend you avoid this.

      • solacens on 06/08/2024 - 11:05

        Thanks for reminder. I was going to have a test one those.

    • Horacio on 06/08/2024 - 00:56
      +3

      I have one of their larger (older) ones and it is fine, but these smaller models seem hopeless. I thought it was just mine

      • tekisei on 06/08/2024 - 08:20
        +1

        Yeah the HS series is still working for me after 4 years or so. The P110 I have 2, one failed in 2 months and the other fine for 7 months now.

    • razdi on 06/08/2024 - 10:06
      +1

      Same experience. I've had multiple models of these plugs made by TP-Link. The app and setup is great but around the one year mark, they always stop working. My current one stopped working just last week, ~11 months from date of purchase.

  • CyberMurning on 06/08/2024 - 00:29

    Bought. This must be all time low

  • Dmz111 on 06/08/2024 - 00:45

    Strange Bunnings rural NSW delivery ban. I have not struck this with any other business.

  • MeesusEff on 06/08/2024 - 01:19
    +2

    Had about 10 of these, 4 failed within 2 years, but the ones that lasted have been for the past 3-4 years so YMMV but I would go for a different brand

  • Captain Cheapskate on 06/08/2024 - 02:41
    +1

    what would you use these for?
    Christmas lights is all i can think of.

    • Zythyx on 06/08/2024 - 08:14
      +2

      I have 4 of these and that's almost the only purpose I've used them for so far. I also use one for my 3d printer to turn it on automatically with OctoPrint

      • bob98 on 06/08/2024 - 10:23
        +1

        may aswell hook a smart smoke alarm upto it with your 3d printer since your already nearly there.

    • Jiv on 06/08/2024 - 08:17

      With Home Assistant, integrated with wifi motion sensors and environment sensors.

      E.g.#1 Column heater connected to tapo, turns on/off to maintain target temp (you could use thermostat dial on heater, but they're difficult to get accurate temp)

      E.g#2 Standing lamp connected to tapo, turns on/off when people come into the room.

      E.g#3 Bidet, with heated seat and heated water, connected to Tapo. Turn on/off depending on time of day to reduce electricity bill.

      • y2k on 06/08/2024 - 09:59
        +1

        Great idea re bidet!

      • askvictor on 06/08/2024 - 14:09
        +1

        Towel warmer is also a good one.

        Another one is to switch on your coffee machine to allow it to warm up prior to when you want to pull a coffee

        Re home assistant - you can use the energy monitoring part of it for interesting stuff e.g. detect when your washing load is finished and send you a pop-up/email or something.

    • hotphil on 06/08/2024 - 08:38

      Literally the only use-case I could find in my house so that's whay my sole smart plug is used for.

    • soaringphoenix on 06/08/2024 - 08:50
      +1

      Boil the kettle before you get out of bed

    • GhostofB on 06/08/2024 - 09:04

      I use them for avoiding peak-rate electricity, and home-automation. (Some of) my lights switch off automatically at night and back on in the morning, which is something I didn't really think I'd value much until I got used to it and really appreciate the "hey, bed time soon" nudge.

    • rezmata on 06/08/2024 - 10:26
      +2

      Some additional use cases:
      - Plug-in oil based air fresheners
      - Ring doorbell detects motion, then Alexa tells plug to turn on (the outdoor lights) and off after 10min
      - Radiant room heater

      Thanks OP for the post, got a couple more. Lowest Ive seen.

      • callum54 on 07/08/2024 - 02:27
        +1

        I do the exact same with my plug-in Air Wick fresheners. Automatically scheduled for when I'm likely home, and auto-off for when I'm asleep. But it's a little weird that an air-freshener provides me the most "purpose" for having these plugs in the first place.

    • Duff5000 on 06/08/2024 - 10:46
      +3

      I have them turn on my pond pump on in the morning and off in the evening.

      Outdoor lights on at sunset and off at 11.

    • hazwing on 06/08/2024 - 20:12
      +1

      I use them to time plant grow lights (not the illegal type - honest).
      Also to time when I have my google display on/off (no point it being on at night or during the day when not there. also turn it off during dinner time so the kid doesn't get distracted by it)
      Also when away on holidays I use them to turn lights and radio on/off at random times.

    • asmith84 on 10/08/2024 - 09:45
      +1

      Charge power tolls battery in garage/shed. Set 1-2 hr timer and you don’t have to leave to turn off again. Leaving lithium battery always on charger is a fire risk.

    • Captain Cheapskate on 11/08/2024 - 09:48

      Thought of another. I always forget to take my clothes out of the washing machine.
      With this I can monitor power draw of the washing machine, then setup a reminder in home assistant to remind me to take clothes out when the machine has finished / when it stops drawing power.

  • Timetraveler on 06/08/2024 - 06:21
    +9

    I’ve had no problems (that I’m aware of) and I have approximately 15 or more (P 100-110) or so and a few of them are close to 2 years old.

    Maybe lucky (knock on wood)

    This price is the cheapest I can recall and considering getting a pack or two.

    I have the Merlin ones but because they take up too much space (not being able to plug a second plug in the double outlet) I find these advertised TP’s are very practical in my experience.

    • thepurist on 06/08/2024 - 08:16
      +2

      Yeah I've been using a few P100 for 2 years now and never had any issues.

    • axyh on 06/08/2024 - 09:55

      I have a few and they're fine after 2 years as well.

      However, I generally just use them for monitoring new systems or appliances for a few weeks after install, then they go back into storage. For that, they've been flawless.

  • LurvinOZB on 06/08/2024 - 06:36
    +1

    Wonder who is Bunnings price matching

  • dtingy on 06/08/2024 - 07:21
    +2

    I have 3 in my house. All working well since day 1 for 2 years now. 2 used ir for very low power devices like study light and 1 for zip water dispenser thst can draw 1500w max. I wont recommend it for dishwasher or dryer than can draw more than 2000w.

    • frazel on 06/08/2024 - 08:12

      Spot on

  • Black Hole on 06/08/2024 - 07:28

    Does this do energy monitoring, as some said no?

    • Frabargain on 06/08/2024 - 07:42

      Yes it does. I have 2 of them

    • lovestorm catcher on 06/08/2024 - 14:22

      P110 model does energy monitoring while P100 model doesn't.

  • mito on 06/08/2024 - 08:10

    Does the p110m also have these issues?

    • AndrewMTG on 06/08/2024 - 08:20

      I was lookin to buy one of the matter ones for $20 of Amazon.

      Was thinking to have my pc plugged in so maybe can remote into it when away from. Home.

      Power on, pc turns on, somehow have remote thingy running and then connect in.

      Turn off shutdown when ready? 🤔

    • TeslaFan on 06/08/2024 - 09:05

      I have had 6 x p110s running since December 23 and all are working fine.

      I use it to turn off and on my workstation, TV etc and it’s saved me a ton of energy. Using the energy monitoring, I found my workstation was using up to 70w sitting idle which added up, become significant over the months.

      No issues with any of mine yet and I do have many things plugged into each switch. Having said that, the unit that drains the most electricity would be a small oil heater, so I’m not exactly overloading the switches.

      • OzHan on 06/08/2024 - 09:37
        +2

        Sleep mode should not be using 70w. the plug itself uses a few watts.

      • Duff5000 on 06/08/2024 - 10:48

        What was your tv using at idle?

        I would suspect anything not ancient would be so cheap the payback would never reach that cost of the plug.

  • Wiadro on 06/08/2024 - 08:26

    I have 6 of these, been going well for lights around the house which can’t have smart bulbs.
    No issues

  • fireball99 on 06/08/2024 - 08:48

    Interesting to know that these have issues. I've been using the arlec grid connect and so far have had 100% failure in a year or so (8 of them). Any other ones to try ?

  • OzHan on 06/08/2024 - 09:09

    I have tried all sorts of these plugs - lenovo, tplink, arlec, crest you name it. nothing seems to have lasted longer than 1-1.5 years.

    • bio on 06/08/2024 - 09:22

      My ALDI (Medion) one worked for 5+ years.

      • OzHan on 06/08/2024 - 09:31

        Wow… who would've thought.

  • stratbargain on 06/08/2024 - 09:20

    I’ve got two crest ones on my washing machine and dryer sending alerts when the washing is done. Been running for two years without issue.

  • bar gain man on 06/08/2024 - 09:25

    Bought a set. Thanks OP.

  • bigbadboogieman on 06/08/2024 - 09:44

    Have been using these for low consumption equipment and so far so good for 1+ year. My TV, Soundbar, Console all connected to 1 plug and some floor lamps, etc are connected to the other. I have roughly 8 across the home.

  • wjb on 06/08/2024 - 09:45
    +2

    2 out of 3 of my P110 failed in less than 12 months and returned.

    I purchased the newer model P110M hoping that they will last. it’s been 6 months so far so good and only time will tell.

    • PortK on 07/08/2024 - 03:37

      Does the matter compatibility mean you can connect directly to a hub? Eg smartthings. Instead of via the tapo app, that then connects to smartthings

  • phila63 on 06/08/2024 - 09:47
    +2

    Have 6x P110 and 8X KP115. KP115s been running for over 3 years and P110s for around a year.
    Connected to fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, lamps, downlights (KP115 in roof with transformer)
    powerboard for home theatre with TV, amplifier, VodaTV, AppleTV, HS100 and Deco M5
    powerboard off UPS for home office servers with 2x N40L, 1x synology DS412+, monitor, network switch
    powerboard off UPS for home office networking with NBN NTD, Telstra modem, Deco M5, 2x network switches
    powerboard for home office computers and ancillaries with 2x HP desktop computers, 2x monitors, lamp, printer, laptop, amplifier, IP phone and another powerboard with USB chargers

    Had 2x KP115 die with clicking and they were both on the powerboard with the servers. Replaced with no hassle at all from Amazon.

    Mostly used for energy monitoring. Switching control frequently used on the lamps and downlights.

    Mix of horizontal and vertical mounting. None are warm to touch.

    All have been very reliable on wi-fi using Deco M5 mesh network.
    All are monitored by Zabbix using ping at 2 minute intervals and I get a notification if the ping fails.

    Been very happy with them…. fingers crossed there is no "curse for comment".

    • skillet on 06/08/2024 - 13:21
      -1

      What's the obsession of constant energy monitoring? The P110 itself has wifi and it requires small amount of power even when the controlled appliances are off because the P110 is always on.

      I suggest that you monitor the appliances usage for a month then you will know devices consumption and your usage pattern. There's no need to monitor them 24x7. Also, these are not very safe for heaters. Unless you need to switch them on and off remotely, I suggest that P110 removed to reduce energy consumption and free up the wireless router load.

      • phila63 on 06/08/2024 - 22:55

        Energy monitoring for managing when tasks are to run to maximise use of solar energy.
        P110 consumption is minimal compared to what can be saved by managing when tasks are run.
        There is 7 that are used for energy monitoring, the rest are switching.

        Usage pattern is not consistent due to many factors (weather, workload and tasks run at different times with differing levels of consumption) and with their low power consumption it's not an issue to run them 24x7. Save more than they cost to run.

        No issues with the wireless router (Deco M5) load as they run on the 2.4GHz with anything that is demanding running on 5GHz or cabled to switches. Ping times are pretty good, packet loss is negligible. Rarely do they get disconnected or have high ping times.

        I don't run heaters off them, apart from the dishwasher heating action and it is low duty cycle so less likely to be an issue.

  • pumpkins on 06/08/2024 - 11:26
    +2

    Ok, I'm a little worried now with the comments above. So I've contacted TP-Link to see if the P110M (which I just bought) has the same hardware design as the P110 and could have a cycling failure mode.

    Note that Bunnings are likely clearing out these P110 units as they are superseded by the P110M (which adds Matter compatibility). My local store had stock of P110 via the web page but in-store they could not find them at all and only had P110m units.

    I'm using the P110M to run my BYD Seal granny charger, to schedule on/off during cheap power/solar power and to also monitor power usage. Functionality is great so far, will be a pity if I need to return it due to risk of hardware faults.

    • pumpkins on 06/08/2024 - 11:41
      +6

      So update, TP-Link support has stated that the P110M has different hardware to the P110 and KS series so should not have the same issues as described. Anyone had failures of the P110M?

      • noshopping on 06/08/2024 - 12:21
        +1

        good to know, perhaps P110M is the better buy when it's on sale.

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