Plugs integration
Sonoff S26 Smart PlugvsVOCOlinc Smart Plug
Side-by-side smart home compatibility — HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, and Matter.
Sonoff S26 Smart Plug
2/5
ecosystems (native)
VOCOlinc Smart Plug
3/5
ecosystems (native)
Better pick| Ecosystem | Sonoff S26 Smart Plug | VOCOlinc Smart Plug |
|---|---|---|
| Apple HomeKit | ⚠ Workaround required | ✓ Native support |
| Amazon Alexa | ✓ Native support | ✓ Native support |
| Google Home | ✓ Native support | ✓ Native support |
| Samsung SmartThings | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Matter | ✕ No | ✕ No |
Which should you buy?
VOCOlinc Smart Plug supports more ecosystems natively. If you want the fewest workarounds, it's the stronger pick.
VOCOlinc Smart Plug works natively with Apple HomeKit, where Sonoff S26 Smart Plug requires a workaround or has no support.
VOCOlinc Smart Plug connects without a hub or bridge, while Sonoff S26 Smart Plug requires additional hardware for full compatibility.
Sonoff S26 Smart Plug
Legend
✓ Native supportWorks out of the box✓ MatterSupported via Matter standard⚠ Workaround requiredPossible with a bridge/hub✕ NoNot supported