Amazon Smart Plug (White)
2018
Amazon Smart Plug (Black)
2018
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Amazon Smart Plug (White) lands at 78 and Amazon Smart Plug (Black) at 78. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Amazon Smart Plug (White) if…
- ✓Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
- ✓App-based setup
- ✓Works with major voice assistants
Pick Amazon Smart Plug (Black) if…
- ✓Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
- ✓App-based setup
- ✓Works with major voice assistants
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testEase of use
TieCompared on the ease of use sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Ecosystem
TieCompared on the ecosystem sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Features
TieCompared on the features sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
TieSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Amazon Smart Plug (White) | Amazon Smart Plug (Black) |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Color | White | Black |
Amazon Smart Plug (White)
- +Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
- +App-based setup
- +Works with major voice assistants
- −Subscription sometimes required
- −Cloud dependency on many
- −Ecosystem lock-in
Amazon Smart Plug (Black)
- +Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
- +App-based setup
- +Works with major voice assistants
- −Subscription sometimes required
- −Cloud dependency on many
- −Ecosystem lock-in
FAQ: Amazon Smart Plug (White) vs Amazon Smart Plug (Black)
Which is better, Amazon Smart Plug (White) or Amazon Smart Plug (Black)? +
Both score 78 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Amazon Smart Plug (White) worth the price? +
At $25, Amazon Smart Plug (White) delivers a Specdex score of 78 — strongest in ease.
Is Amazon Smart Plug (Black) worth the price? +
At $25, Amazon Smart Plug (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 78 — strongest in ease.
Does Amazon Smart Plug (White) or Amazon Smart Plug (Black) last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.