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Kasa vs Amazon Smart Plug vs Govee: Which Should You Buy?
These three plugs look almost identical, but they suit very different homes. The deciding question is simple: which voice assistant do you use?
Compatibility is the biggest difference
The Kasa EP25 works with Alexa, Google, Apple and SmartThings, so it survives a change of phone or speaker. Govee covers Alexa and Google, which suits most Android and Echo homes.
The Amazon Smart Plug works only with Alexa. Switch to Google or Apple later and it becomes a plain plug.
Want one plug that works everywhere? See the Kasa KP125M in our best smart plugs guide.
Which is easiest to set up?
Amazon wins: add it in the Alexa app and you’re done. Kasa and Govee need their own app first, then you link it to your assistant.
That extra app earns its place, though. It adds energy history, away-mode schedules (Kasa) and grouping with the brand’s other gear (Govee lights).
Which one tracks energy?
Kasa and Govee both show how much power a device uses, which is handy for spotting an old dehumidifier or a PC left on. The Amazon plug doesn’t measure energy.
Which is the best value?
Kasa and Govee usually sell in 2- and 4-packs, which brings the cost per plug well below the single Amazon plug. Govee is typically the cheapest per plug.
TP-Link (Kasa’s parent) shipped security fixes in 2026. After setup, open the app and install any update, whichever brand you choose.
The three plugs, side by side
Kasa Smart Plug Mini EP25
The safe pick: works with every major assistant and tracks energy.
- Alexa · Google · Apple · SmartThings
- Energy monitoring
- 15 A / 1,800 W
- Kasa app
Best for: Apple users, mixed households, anyone unsure
- Widest compatibility of the three
- Energy monitoring
- Away mode and schedules
- Needs the Kasa app
- Not Matter
Amazon Smart Plug
Zero extra apps, but it only ever works with Alexa.
- Alexa only
- Set up in the Alexa app
- No energy monitoring
Best for: All-Echo homes that want the fewest apps
- Easiest setup of the three
- No extra account
- Alexa only
- No energy data
- Single plug, so higher cost per plug
Govee Smart Plug Pro (H5086)
Energy monitoring on lots of outlets for the lowest cost per plug.
- Alexa · Google
- Energy monitoring
- 15 A / 1,800 W
- Govee Home app
Best for: Alexa or Google homes buying several plugs
- Usually cheapest per plug
- Energy monitoring
- Groups with Govee lights
- No Apple Home
- Not Matter
FAQ
Can I use the Amazon Smart Plug with Google Home?
No. It only works with Alexa.
Does the Kasa EP25 work with Apple Home?
Yes. It supports Siri and Apple Home, as well as Alexa, Google and SmartThings.
Do any of these need a hub?
No. All three connect straight to your 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi.
Not sure? Get the Kasa EP25. It works with the most platforms and still tracks energy.
