I have not reviewed any smart plug sets for a while but if this new set from Nooie is typical then they have come down in price as well as being even easier to configure and set up.
The latest generation of IOT products, like these from Nooie requires no hub, connects directly to the router, is assigned its’ own IP number and is easy to identify online. It is recognised by Amazon Echo and Google Home and seamlessly blends into their home automation ecosystems.
In the simple but attractive box were the four plugs along with a well written but rather small setup guide Guide. The Guide assists in setting up the Nooie Home app and linking the device to Amazon Alexa and Google Home but in fact, the Nooie app walks you through the whole process.
The plugs are well made, nicely designed and feel robust enough for long-term everyday use. They are smaller in size than many older rivals and less obtrusive in use. I was pleased to see that they are not too wide and should fit fine into a multi-socket wall fixture. They each have a power status LED on the side and a large and proper clicky Off/On/Reset button.
Setting it up was easy enough and can all be done by following the in-app instructions on your smartphone and in fact there are three separate ways to do this. The easiest way is to open the Nooie app, plug the socket in and as the LED starts flashing (long press the button if it does not), select the device type from the list in the app, input your home wifi details, let the app then connect to the plug and configure it on your network. My unboxing video also walks through the initial configuration. Once the device is set up and online follow the app instructions and switch to the Alexa app, enable the Nooie Skill and follow the steps to configure the plugs.
Nooie have their own ecosystem of smart devices, all controlled through the Nooie app. I found too that the plug can also be detected and set up using the popular Smart Life app also. Using the Nooie app or Alexa/Google/Smart Life apps you can set up and configure a wide range of timers, schedules, or chained events n conjunction with other smart devices. For example, I have my living room lights turn on automatically at dusk each day and announcing ‘Bedtime’ will cause Alexa to turn off all TV-related devices plus the lights in the living room and conservatory.
This is an excellent product in its own right but when integrated with the Nooie or other smart home systems really can start to transform your home. There are now many rivals available but this one has to be one of the most compact, easiest to use, and best made yet. A great buy for the £26.99 pre-discount price.
Features
Easy Set Up
Widely Compatible
Works with Alexa
Works with Google
Good App
No Hub Needed
Nooie Smart Ecosystem
Off/On Button
Status LED
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