Plugs integration
SwitchBot Plug MinivsVOCOlinc Smart Plug
Side-by-side smart home compatibility — HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, and Matter.
SwitchBot Plug Mini
2/5
ecosystems (native)
VOCOlinc Smart Plug
3/5
ecosystems (native)
Better pick| Ecosystem | SwitchBot Plug Mini | 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 SwitchBot Plug Mini requires a workaround or has no support.
VOCOlinc Smart Plug connects without a hub or bridge, while SwitchBot Plug Mini requires additional hardware for full compatibility.
SwitchBot Plug Mini
Legend
✓ Native supportWorks out of the box✓ MatterSupported via Matter standard⚠ Workaround requiredPossible with a bridge/hub✕ NoNot supported