Right now on Amazon, it’s $13 — 48% off the $25 original price. Setup is quick: plug it in, open the Alexa app on your phone, and you’re ready in minutes. No separate smart home hub is required.

The smart plug likely saved us $300–$500 of spoiled groceries and was a great band-aid fix until we finally got an electrician to replace the failing GFCI outlet a few weeks later.

The Amazon Smart Plug works with Alexa to add voice control to any outlet. They are super simple to set up, and can be used ...

Plain-jane bulbs are so yesterday. Smart lights are in, not only because they're one of the easiest ways to enter the world of smart home tech, but also because they're one of the most affordable.