Customers love the Wi-Fi Smart Plug for its easy setup, remote control capabilities, and compatibility with Alexa and Google Home. They appreciate the ability to schedule on/off times and use it as a timer. However, some users have experienced connectivity issues, app glitches, and compatibility issues after a few weeks of use.
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Pros mentioned:
Easy setup
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Convenient
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Very easy to use and install. Would recommend to A friend
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Product works
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Add this product to my network to control a specific light but cannot control via Amazon Echo
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great buy
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We have a different smart plug but had so many issues with it. Gave this one a shot because it was on sale and we have no complaints. The app is user friendly and it connected to our Google mini with no issues.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Easy to set up smart switch
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The downloadable Insignia app is easy to set up and use. The switch can be grouped in a room with other switches and smart electronics. Google home can be used to combine other apps and provide continuity.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Connectivity
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Could not connect
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I could not get my plug to connect. I contacted Insignia/Best Buy customer support and after a 20 minute wait, they simply went through the instructions that came in the box, with no additional information. I purchased a TP-Link Smart Plug instead, and it works great.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Does the job
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At first there was a glitch and scheduling was out-of-order. That's what customer service told me, and to check in a couple of days. Sure enough after 1-2 days it was all working fine! Good product overall.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Works as described
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Have a TP LInk plug that was easy to set up. This was difficult but once set it works ok.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
I love it
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I use this item everyday and I truly love it. It makes things easier so you don’t have to use your light switch all the time. The mobile app is the best allow me to turn off and on my light while sitting.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Nice design but needs work
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Good compact design. Set up can be challenging but sometimes customer service is good.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Connectivity
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Works until it doesn't
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The product starts off connecting with minimal issues connecting and at some point it just stops working, disconnects or won't allow itself to be recognized.
I have had 3 of these and ALL 3 have stopped working.
I really wouldn't recommend these devices.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Works 85-90% of the time
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Not sure why but the Internet connection goes in and out frustrating to have to reset
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Compatibility
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Insignia Wi-Fi Smart Plug - White has poor WiFi
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This WiFi connected so-called smart plug has a poorly designed WiFi reconnect function. The plug often fails to reconnect after power failures ... and reconnecting the plug to WiFi is not a reliable function. I recommend buying competitive products.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Compatibility
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Stay away
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I have 4 of these devices. They are a little difficult to setup on iOS. I’ve had several problems with both Google Home and Amazon Alexa controlling these devices. It does work. They are cheap, but I wish I’d spent the extra few dollars on the Wemo switch.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Was discontinued
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Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
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Hopefully I didn’t waste money.. it worked great up until the end
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for the price
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Easy to install, cheap as compared to other ( $40). Nice app interface. Works good.
Downside: Cant integrate with Wink App.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Connectivity
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Stopped Working
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The Switches are simply too messy to setup using the insignia connect app and the switches randomly become unreachable and have to be reconfigured.
Few days ago, they just won't let you configure. Finally gave up and bought smart switches from another vendor.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Smart PLug
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Was not what I wanted. Associate did not understand my needs which was for Microsoft home.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Issues with the setup
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Had to spend 3 hours in configuring the plug. Once it's configured it works great.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Slow response
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Slow to respond, connection issues
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When I first set it up it seemed to work fine. However after any period of idle it would become unresponsive I was using it paired with Amazon Echo. When it was working, it was extremely slow to respond, sometimes taking 3 to 5 seconds before it would turn on or off.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great way to "smarten" your home.
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It is a very nice product, and simple to use. I use it to control string lights that I have across my ceiling. I can command it using Alexa and overall it is a very cheap way to smarten up your home!