Outdoor Smart WiFi Plug Outlet, HBN Heavy Duty Wi-Fi Timer with One Grounded Outlet, Wireless Remote Control by App Compatible with Alexa and Google Home Assistant 2.4 GHz only, ETL Listed (1 Pack)

Super easy to install despite some reviews saying the contrary. I didn't even look at the instructions. The app is super user friendly and intuitive. The device is much smaller in size than I imagined, which is good, because you don't really need a big clump since it doesn't have a mechanical dial on it. Looks sturdy and built with quality. I didn't try to hook mine up to my Google smart speaker (not sure that's even possible, I only saw Alexa when I glanced across the manual). I had no issues with my wifi or connectivity. It just worked without any hiccups.

It works as advertised, and I love the fact that it can be controlled, either manual or remote via smartphone. I highly recomment the "Smart Life" app for setting it up. I use it for all my Smart WiFi Plug-ins.

Last Christmas I had the old "dial" like timers for my Christmas lights. It would drive me crazy that half of the lights would come on for a period of time before the others finally came on. You can't get an exact time with that type of timer. So last year we switched to this Outdoor Smart WiFi Plug controlled by an app on my phone. I absolutely love the ability to set a timer for both of my lights to come on and off at the same time. Also with an app you can set different times for different days which is helpful if you want your lights to remain on longer during the weekends but shut off sooner on weekdays. Or if you like your lights to come on in the morning but shut off when it gets light out and then on again at night. The timer works with different "smart" apps which is great if you are already using one. I use Smart Life to control all the smart plugins in my home, it was perfect that I could connect this with the same app so I can control all my lights from one app.I did have some trouble connecting it as I almost always d0 and had to use the manual mode vs the automatic pairing. It took me a couple of tries before I finally got it to connect so that was a little frustrating but I have found this same issue with almost any plug I purchase (maybe it is the app, not the plug).I ended up packing my outdoor timer away with my Christmas decorations last year so when I needed one for my Halloween decorations I went ahead and purchased the same timer from last year as I knew it would work great. I am able to have my blowup decoration come on at 5:30 and shut off at 11:00 pm all from my app. It has worked perfectly so far this year.Pros:**Easy scheduling from your phone**Can set up different times and days, very flexible**Weatherproof works great mine has gone through many rainy days**Works with different smart apps

It was very reliable and easy to use in my application. One outlet powered a circulating pump for my fish pond and another powered the aerator. The third was mostly unused. The pump is fairly large but draws less than the rating of the device but there is a substantial surge when it starts so it may have had a cumulative effect on the device that damaged it. I don't know for sure. The scheduler worked well to start and stop the pump on a daily basis. One morning the pump was not running so I cycled the power on the HBN device. It started back up then immediately shutoff again. There was a very warm spot on the case that turned out to be WiFi module. Once it cooled down, I tested again and it stayed up longer and toggled off and on a few times before shutting off completely. The WiFi module was again very warm. This device is sold as "heavy duty" which is why I selected it for this application. It is not clear if it simply failed or if the load played a role.

This thing is amazing! Love the control ability from the app!

I am impressed. When I first tried to set the outlet up I had a hard time getting my router to the 2.4 GHz. Once I connected the outlet to my network, it has been nothing short of impressive. I'm using this on an outdoor water feature. I want my primary water pump to turn off for several hours during a day, and when the pump turns off I want an aerator to turn on. Then at 6:00 p.m. my bug zapper turns on, the water pump turns back on and the aerator turns off. Setting up the automation is very easy. Once I got it hooked up to the network, the ready took less than 20 minutes.

The plug itself is sturdy and well made. I tested it out fully before posting my review.the anxiety I have when it comes to connect smart things when I see that bad word "only 2.4" - right? To my surprise this outdoor smart plug, new brand to me, was even easier than other more familiar plugs. I appreciate the time the manufacture took to include everything necessary in the manual, right down to steps to integrate with Alexa, Google etc. Offering assistance was weaved throughout the manual, leading me to believe the company / seller takes pride in their quality product for the customer. I glanced over all of the instructions and then downloaded the HBN app from Google Play and saw reviews at 3.0. So between the 3.0/5 review rating and discovering plug does not support 5.0 or dual; but only a 2.4 wifi signal - I began to wonder if I made a mistake. Well I didn't!! This plug was honestly easier to connect than anything I have tried in the past (cameras, lights etc). I didn't even have to walk down the street to trick my phone or dual band router into 2.4. Oh, and the app is fine, actually great. I was connected to wifi in no time and set my outdoor Christmas lights' schedule using the app - all in less than 15 mins. Less time than writing this review. The app leaves no room for guessing. I think someone like me, a 71 year old woman helped them write the manual and put the app together.Just a FYI - I tested the timer on an indoor lamp (right next to me). I set it to go on at 1:30 this afternoon and then off at 1:35 p.m. Worked great. So I am confident resetting the times and plugging into my outdoor lights knowing when I leave to dinner tonight, the lights will be on when I return (yes old ladies eat early dinner - even before sundown in the winter-ha). There you have it. An amateur's review. Highly recommend for young and old, techy or non-techy. Merry Christmas to all!!