Plugs integration
Eve Energy Smart PlugvsSonoff POW R3 Smart Plug
Side-by-side smart home compatibility — HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, and Matter.
Eve Energy Smart Plug
5/5
ecosystems (native)
Better pickSonoff POW R3 Smart Plug
2/5
ecosystems (native)
| Ecosystem | Eve Energy Smart Plug | Sonoff POW R3 Smart Plug |
|---|---|---|
| Apple HomeKit | ✓ Native support | ⚠ Workaround required |
| Amazon Alexa | ✓ Matter | ✓ Native support |
| Google Home | ✓ Matter | ✓ Native support |
| Samsung SmartThings | ✓ Matter | ✕ No |
| Matter | ✓ Matter | ✕ No |
Which should you buy?
Eve Energy Smart Plug supports more ecosystems natively. If you want the fewest workarounds, it's the stronger pick.
Eve Energy Smart Plug works natively with Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, and Matter, where Sonoff POW R3 Smart Plug requires a workaround or has no support.
Eve Energy Smart Plug supports Matter/Thread, making it compatible with all major ecosystems without a bridge — a meaningful advantage for long-term smart home flexibility.
Eve Energy Smart Plug
Legend
✓ Native supportWorks out of the box✓ MatterSupported via Matter standard⚠ Workaround requiredPossible with a bridge/hub✕ NoNot supported