There are many smart plugs from different companies all sharing some common features. In addition, there are top-ranked ones which, according to users, believe are the best ones to recommend to anyone willing to purchase one. Here the article is going to be a discussion about the top-ranked plugs which can support 5ghz connectivity mentioning their features and what makes them be believed as the best ones going hand in hand with the fifth-generation frequency.  The best one till now is Leviton DW15P-1BW. 

Leviton DW15P-1BW

Leviton DW15P-1BW is one of the top-ranked 5GHz enabled Smart Plugs. This plug works under the control of an app which can be downloaded from the Google app store or the iOS store. This, therefore, makes Leviton easy to handle and control using smartphones through the use of Wi-Fi.  This device consists of some features which are added advantages to it. It has a hubless design, it has a well-designed light resource app. The app has all features to control all the functions of the plug. 

In addition,  it is compatible with third-party automation services like IFTTT and SmartThings. Another interesting feature about this device is that it supports voice assistants. Its schedules such as the time of the day to be on or off are stored on the device itself instead of being found in the app. Leviton can also be used to handle most household loads. Its connectivity to a 5GHz connection ensures a fast and accurate response. It has a few limitations which may somehow affect its working speed or application such as a design that does not flush with the plug socket it is attached to. Although it has many features for regulating its working speed it cannot dim or brighten lights.

Kasa Mini Smart Plug

Kasa Mini Smart Plug produced by TP-Link and which does deliveries across the world has WiFi Outlet with Energy Monitoring. This is a smart plug which is controllable by a smartphone and has features such as energy monitoring which enables the user to monitor energy usage.

Sengled G2

Sengled G2 is another 5ghz supported or enabled smart plug which is best user-friendly. Sengled G2 has several features which are user-friendly such as it has a smaller, low-profile design which does not occupy a large space and does not give a user burden while carrying in case one is migrating. Again it’s an advantage for this plug is compatible with most existing hubs so that it can fit right in your custom home automation system hence it does not require a lot of house electronic renovations for it to fit. 

Sengled G2 is relatively inexpensive compared to similar products hence pocket friendly to customers. It has power monitoring capabilities as it recalls and stores the last state before the power outage. Finally, it has no noticeable sag on the socket. Some drawback of this device is its inability to be used for some appliances. It might end up occupying more space on some socket types or brands.

Broadlink SP4D-US is a 5ghz supported plug although it has some limitations connected to the older speed frequency of 802.11b/g/n hence the recommendations for one’s router to be compatible with the older generations. It can be set up with or without the smartphone app for controlling such. It can be connected directly to it without the need for a phone app.

Sonoff S31 Lite 15A

Sonoff S31 Lite 15A requires a hub to connect as it also uses Zigbee for it to connect. This smart plug works together with Alexa and SmartThings for its voice control. Although it’s a smart plug it lacks energy monitoring ability so its working is mainly concerned with turning on and off but above all the user can regulate its working ability and control power usage by use of a smartphone app to regulate it.

Smart plugs are quite many and all of them are designed for the benefit of the buyers or users. UltraPro Smart Plug is yet another model of the smart plug which is WiFi outlet enabled and it works with Alexa, Echo & Google Home, it has an added advantage in that it does not require a hub to work,  it is controlled by the smartphone apps and it is sold and certified by ETL. It is a voice-controlled device which enables users to just give it instructions and don’t have to go all over carrying their phones to control its functionality.