Patio & Comfort · Various makers
Outdoor smart plugs and timers
Switch lights on and off by schedule or app.
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Outdoor smart plugs and timers at a glance
What we like
- Cheap and effective
- Cuts running time and cost
- Outdoor-rated versions handle rain
Trade-offs
- Check the amperage rating against your load
- Use outdoor-rated models only
- Wi-Fi models need a signal near the plug
- Best for
- Anyone with holiday or patio lights.
- Skip it if
- Your lights already have a timer.
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Where it appears in our guides
Best add-on for any lights
Best Permanent Outdoor Lights
A weatherproof smart plug or timer cuts the hours your lights run. Check its amperage rating against your load, and use outdoor-rated models only.
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