Plugs integration
Samsung SmartThings Smart PlugvsTP-Link Kasa Smart Plug HS105
Side-by-side smart home compatibility — HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, and Matter.
Samsung SmartThings Smart Plug
3/5
ecosystems (native)
Better pickTP-Link Kasa Smart Plug HS105
2/5
ecosystems (native)
| Ecosystem | Samsung SmartThings Smart Plug | TP-Link Kasa Smart Plug HS105 |
|---|---|---|
| Apple HomeKit | ⚠ Workaround required | ⚠ Workaround required |
| Amazon Alexa | ✓ Native support | ✓ Native support |
| Google Home | ✓ Native support | ✓ Native support |
| Samsung SmartThings | ✓ Native support | ✕ No |
| Matter | ✕ No | ✕ No |
Which should you buy?
Samsung SmartThings Smart Plug supports more ecosystems natively. If you want the fewest workarounds, it's the stronger pick.
Samsung SmartThings Smart Plug works natively with Samsung SmartThings, where TP-Link Kasa Smart Plug HS105 requires a workaround or has no support.
Samsung SmartThings Smart Plug
Legend
✓ Native supportWorks out of the box✓ MatterSupported via Matter standard⚠ Workaround requiredPossible with a bridge/hub✕ NoNot supported