Category 9 of 10

Smart Plugs & No-Rewire Smart Home Devices

Smart plugs and screw-in smart bulbs bring voice control and scheduling to a rental without any electrical work — they plug into or screw into fixtures you already have. The main differences between brands come down to app ecosystem, hub requirements, and whether they support the specific voice assistant you already use.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

Reviewed by the Lease Friendly Fixes Editorial Team — see our methodology.

Our Top 5 Picks

All 5 picks below are real, currently-sold products with verified ASINs. We haven't completed a live price/rating check on this category yet, so prices are shown as approximate ranges — always confirm current price and rating on the Amazon listing before buying.

Amazon Smart Plug, Works with Alexa (2-Pack)

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The category's default reference point — Amazon's own smart plug, built for the simplest possible setup within the Alexa ecosystem and no hub required. The obvious choice if you already have an Echo device and want the least friction getting started.

Included	2 plugs
Compatibility	Alexa
Hub required	No
Best for	Existing Echo/Alexa households

~$18–$25

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Kasa Smart Plug Mini 15A, No Hub Required (4-Pack)

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A compact, mini-form-factor smart plug that doesn't block the second outlet on a duplex receptacle the way bulkier plugs do — a real consideration in older rental units with limited outlet spacing. Works with both Alexa and Google Home rather than a single ecosystem.

Included	4 plugs
Compatibility	Alexa, Google Home, IFTTT
Form factor	Compact — doesn't block adjacent outlet
Amperage	15A rated

~$28–$38

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Wyze Plug, 2.4GHz WiFi Smart Plug, No Hub Required (2-Pack)

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One of the lowest-cost entries in the category from a brand known for budget-friendly smart home gear — a reasonable way to try smart plugs in a few rooms before investing more heavily in a specific ecosystem.

Included	2 plugs
Compatibility	Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT
Hub required	No
Best for	Budget-conscious first try at smart plugs

~$14–$20

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Govee Smart Plug, WiFi Outlet, No Hub Required (4-Pack)

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A 4-pack that covers a full apartment's worth of lamps and small appliances at a lower per-plug cost than most single or double packs, with group control through the Govee app for scheduling several plugs together.

Included	4 plugs
Compatibility	Alexa, Google Assistant
Extras	Timer function, group control
Best for	Outfitting multiple rooms at once

~$22–$32

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Sengled Smart Wi-Fi LED Bulb, No Hub Required, A19 Soft White

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A screw-in smart bulb rather than a plug — the right pick for overhead fixtures and lamps where you want dimming and scheduling without swapping the fixture itself. Simply screws into an existing socket, no electrical or fixture changes required.

Type	A19 screw-in LED bulb
Brightness	800 lumens, 60W equivalent
Compatibility	Alexa, Google Home
Hub required	No

~$10–$16

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A note on our process: all 5 picks above are real, currently-sold products with verified ASINs, but we haven't completed a live price/rating check on this category yet — we'd rather tell you that plainly than publish numbers we haven't confirmed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the prices and star ratings on this page verified?

Not yet for this category. All 5 picks are real, currently-sold products with verified ASINs, but we haven't completed a live price/rating check here, so prices are shown as approximate ranges. Confirm the current price and rating on the Amazon listing before buying.

Do I need a hub for these smart plugs and bulbs?

No — smart plugs and screw-in smart bulbs plug into or screw into fixtures you already have, with no electrical work. The main differences between brands come down to app ecosystem, hub requirements, and whether they support the voice assistant you already use.