Price: $38.99
(as of Dec 23, 2024 14:49:17 UTC – Details)
Product Description
Third Reality Smart Plug is a simple solution to make the intelligence appliances smarter, like lights, fans, coffee makers and more. After the update, Smart Plug Gen2 keeps all former features and upgrade with real-time power monitoring and restore status.
Schedule and Timer Function
Set the schedule or timer to automatically turn on/off any home electronic appliances, to make your life more intelligent.
Group Control
Along with Smart App, you can have a lot of advanced groups features for smart home.
Remote Control
Easily control your home appliances anytime, anywhere, no limited of time and distance.
Voice Control
When connect with compatible Echo Devices or other Zigbee hubs that can work with smart speaker, you can use voice commands to turn on/off your plugs.
Compatible Devices
Energy Monitoring & Dashboard
In SmartThings App, you can see the energy cost, history and dashboard, then create routines.
Energy Monitoring & Dashboard on ZHA and Z2M
Restore status available on ZHA & Z2M, it means user can customize on/off status after power-on.
Remote Control and Real-time Energy Monitoring
In Hubitat, you can remote control the smart plug and see the real-time energy cost.
Real-time Monitoring, Total Consumption, History
Third Reality supports remote control, total consumption,real-time power monitor and restore status.
1 Over view
2 SmartThings
3 Home Assistant
4 Hubitat
5 Third Reality
More Application Scenarios
Zigbee Repeater
Third Reality Smart Plug uses Zigbee Low Energy Mesh wireless technology which allows for a farther reach, enabling whole-home installations. Each one serves as a signal repeater, even if a smart plug is out of reach from the Alexa Echo device, it can still be controlled using the Mesh network.
When the Smart Plug Gen2 paired with Hubitat hub, but can’t see current state and can’t control it in Hubitat?
Please change the device type to “Generic Zigbee Outlet” in Hubitat, then it should work properly.
What platfroms support energy monitoring?
You can see the energy monitoring dashboard in SmartThings and Home Assistant(Z2M/ZHA), create routines when the consumption is too high or too low.
Does it works as a Zigbee repeater?
Yes, it works as a ZigBee repeater, which is a very practical function that extends the signal range with mesh network.
What is the function of restore status? And which platforms are available?
Restore status means users can customize on/off state after power-on again, it is available on ThirdReality App and Home Assistant Zigbee 2 MQTT.
Why does my Smart Plug Gen2 show electricity usage even when nothing is plugged into it?
Even when nothing is plugged in, the Smart Plug itself uses a tiny bit of electricity—less than 1 watt—just for being turned on. We show this small amount on the display to make sure you’re fully aware of any power it uses.
Product Dimensions : 2.7 x 1.3 x 1.13 inches; 9.59 ounces
Item model number : 3RSP02028BZ
Date First Available : December 13, 2022
Manufacturer : Third Reality, Inc
ASIN : B0BPY5D1KC
Country of Origin : China
ZIGBEE 3.0 STANDARD: Works with compatible Zigbee hubs or Echo devices with Zigbee hub built-in. Such as Echo (4th Gen), Echo Plus (1st Gen and 2nd Gen), Echo Show 8 Gen3, Echo Show 10 (Gen2 and Gen3).Echo Studio, Eero 6, Eero Pro 6, Home Assistant, SmartThings 2015/2018, Aeotec, Hubitat, Homey Bridge, Homey Pro, Third Reality Hub Gen Plus and Third Reality Smart Bridge. Zigbee Hub Required.
EASY SETUP and COMPATIBLE DESIGN: Maximize efficiency and convenience with space-saving design that won’t occupy the adjacent socket. Super easy setup with Compatible Echo Devices, just plug the Smart Plug in the wall outlet and say “Alexa, discover my devices” , then it will automatically find the plug. Please get in touch with us when you meet any problems or need further support.
REAL-TIME ENERGY MONITORING: Monitor current consumption of your plug-in devices, effectively save energy and reduce waste. This function supported by Home Assistant, SmartThings, Hubitat and THIRDREALITY smart hub Gen2.
SAFETY SETTING: In order to ensure your home safety, we also realize the function of restoring status that means users can customize on/off state after powered on again. Currently THIRDREALITY Hub Gen2 and Home Assistant (ZHA and ZigBee2MQTT) support this function.
REMOTE CONTROL & VOICE CONTROL: Easily control your home appliances anytime, anywhere, no limited of time and distance. When Smart Plugs connect with compatible Amazon Alexa Echo Devices or other ZigBee hubs that can work with Alexa or Google Home, then you can free your hands, just delivering voice commands to turn on/off your plugs.
HOME AUTOMATION: Intelligent life starts with automatically turning on the coffee maker and toaster, enjoy a leisure breakfast. With more features, you can place a mount of plugs in one group, so that you can control all the plugs in the group with one click.
Customers say
Customers appreciate the electrical plug’s functionality, ease of connection, and energy monitoring. They find it works well with existing Zigbee networks, pairs up quickly, and integrates seamlessly with Zigbee hubs. The power monitoring feature is helpful for monitoring energy usage on appliances and controlling some automations. Many consider it a great value for the price, and one of the easiest and cheapest ways to get automation into their home. Customers also mention that the plug seems reliable.
AI-generated from the text of customer reviews
Customer1701 –
Works as advertised. Convenient, useful and informative.
Manual states that they are good for up to 15 amps, 1500 watts. Looks like it is good for it. I am running 1200+ watts through one right now.I thought I had killed one. I was wrong. We seemed to be having another power problem that cause one unit to flake out. A power outage the other day that turned out to be a bad connection at my house electric company meter proved that the socket itself had not gone bad. It was just ‘scrambled’ / ‘confused’.The manual for these tells how to perform a factor reset. I did. It still would not show up in my zigbee devices. It took a lot of fussing to work out it was stuck in bluetooth pairing mode. Eventually I worked out how to get it out of that mode and become visible again as a zigbee device. Major pain in the butt. But it is back online and works correctly.So, verdict? It does work. It is responsive to zigbee commands. It works fine with household portable heaters. I took my newly recovered socket and put it onto a heater that has a nasty bug: If the power goes off at the heater, when it comes back on it is running at full power, with no high temperature limit. So I put it on the socket, and set the socket to not turn on after a power loss. That takes care of the risk if we are out of the house when a power outage occurs (however brief). I also put it there so I can monitor power use. That is a great feature on these. I can remotely see how much power the heater is drawing, and turn it off if I need to. Even when I am off in the wild world of fast food restaurants, or some such.Worth buying? Yes, if you are me. For the two reasons I noted above. If I go pickup another thermometer unit, I can setup a script that watches room temperature and can turn it on or off as needed automatically. Exactly what these are built for.I still stand behind the comment below about not using them for things like motors (that do not specifically have a ‘soft start’ feature). Those can kill any electronic switch not built for the power draw spike.—— Old review.. take two grains of salt – I retract it.——It looks like I managed to kill one by plugging in a room heater into it.This plug works great with Home Assistance , using Zigbee2MQTT. I could see from the power usage sensor that the heater was drawing up to 1300 watts. It seems to work fine. They have been connected together for a day or two. I even wrote an automation to turn it on in my home office before I start work.Just a few hours ago, I turned it off. But it did not turn off. The manual power button works on it. So I followed the instructions on how to wipe it back to factor default and re-pair to my Zigbee network. Removed the device from Home Assistant (HA) and stepped through pairing again. There she is! Add it back into HA and it shows up as a Zigbee Smart Plug from ThirdReality.But.. during the paring process there is an ‘interview’ stage where HA works out if the device is reporting sensor data and its attributes. This never completes.I bought the four pack and have only used two. So I delete this plug from HA and paired up another one. It paired up quickly and completed the ‘interview’ instantly.So… yeah.. Maybe just a bad one. Maybe I fried it. I have put the newly paired plug back on the heater. We shall see if it holds up over the next week.Outside of that consideration, I haven’t had these very long. Not long enough to give a real review. Just share something you should know.Last little nugget of knowledge: Electronic switches (smart or just a timer) do not do well with major load spikes like running electric motors. That is why they are frequently suggested as not the right solution for things like pond or well pumps. You just burn them out. They do make electronic switches built to survive that workload. I will guess this is not that kind of switch.Be that as it may, so far these are working fine on low power draw workloads (like my desktop PC)
Customer1701 –
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Working flawlessly with Home Assistant
I had no trouble integrating this Zigbee power plug with Home Assistant using the Zigbee integration – it worked perfectly right out of the box. Because it’s Zigbee, it operates entirely offline. I tested this by turning off the internet at home, and I could still control the plugs, which is a big advantage over platforms like Google Home and Tuya that rely on an active internet connection.The built-in power monitoring is fantastic, a feature that’s missing in many other smart plugs. Itâs provided me with valuable insights into my homeâs power consumption and opens up new automation possibilities. For example, you can set up an alert when the laundry is done – such a game changer!Another great feature is that these plugs double as Zigbee routers. This means they strengthen your Zigbee mesh network, improving the connectivity and reliability of your other Zigbee devices.Overall, this power plug is a reliable, feature-rich choice thatâs perfect for smart home enthusiasts who value local control and advanced functionality. Highly recommended!
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Kumar Home –
Smart, Seamless, and Reliable: The Ultimate Smart Plug Choice
A must have for any smart home enthusiast. Its effortless integration with Zigbee hubs like smartthings, comprehensive energy monitoring features, and fantastic connectivity without drops set it apart from the rest. From quick setup to personalized startup behavior options, this plug offers top-notch performance and reliability on top of great value. Whether you’re a tech novice or a smart home pro, this smart plug is a must-have for seamless automation and energy efficiency.
Kumar Home –
Roy –
Evaluation of the THIRDREALITY Zigbee Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring
Title: An In-Depth Review of the THIRDREALITY Zigbee Smart Plug with Energy MonitoringIntroduction:The THIRDREALITY Zigbee Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring has emerged as a noteworthy component in my smart home ecosystem. With an array of impressive features, this review delves into its strengths and areas that warrant consideration.Positive Aspects:A highlight of the plug is its effortless integration with Zigbee hubs, exemplified by its seamless connection to my Zigbee hub. The plug’s compact design and diverse sensors, encompassing current (amps), power (watts), and power factor, offer a comprehensive insight into energy consumption. The flexibility to adjust measurement units within Home Assistant enhances the monitoring experience, providing personalized and insightful data.Uncovering voltage fluctuations in my 120V outlet was an unexpected yet invaluable discovery. This insight helped identify loose wiring issues, resulting in a stable 120V with minimal fluctuationsâa testament to the plug’s preventative capabilities.Ease of Integration and Startup Behavior:Connecting the THIRDREALITY Smart Plug to Home Assistant using only ZHA was remarkably straightforward. The user-friendly design is evident in the uncomplicated process of initiating pairing mode, achieved by holding the button while powered on until the LED flashes. The plug’s compatibility with various Zigbee hubs ensures versatility in integration possibilities.A noteworthy feature, often overlooked, is the startup behavior. The plug offers the choice to dictate its state upon power restoration or when moved. Users can opt for the plug to start in the off position, on position, toggle between on and off, or resume its previous state. This level of customization adds a layer of convenience, tailoring the plug’s behavior to individual preferences and specific scenarios.Reliability Under Stress:A rigorous stress test showcased the plug’s resilience, enduring the simultaneous operation of a coffee maker and air fryer, drawing over 16 amps and 3,000 watts for a minuteâwell beyond its specified rating of <15V. This durability sets it apart from competing smart sockets prone to failure under similar conditions.Areas for Improvement:Despite its commendable features, the THIRDREALITY Smart Plug has room for enhancement. The slightly elevated price, especially during holiday promotions, raises concerns, as discovered through the Honey browser plugin. Such pricing fluctuations are questionable tactics and merit consideration.Additionally, the absence of robust customer support is a drawback, underscoring the importance of reliable channels for addressing queries or concerns.Furthermore, while the plug accommodates 15-amp outlets, users with 20-amp sockets may find limitations. Clarity on protective measures to prevent capacitor explosions and mitigate the risk of a house fire due to exceeding specified amperage would enhance the plug's safety credentials.In Conclusion:The THIRDREALITY Zigbee Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring impresses with its feature-rich design and resilience under stress. Prospective buyers should weigh its price point, consider the absence of robust customer support, and evaluate their specific amperage requirements. The addition of the startup behavior feature contributes to its versatility, allowing users to tailor the plug's behavior to their preferences and scenarios.Wrapping it up, whether there's a burst of positivity or a dash of negativity, some fresh revelations, or any overlooked gems, stay tuned! I'll be jazzing up my post with all the deets to keep you hooked and make it a must-read. Let the editing extravaganza begin!
Roy –
Rtm –
Have had first gen Third Reality switch for years and never gave me any problems. So time for an upgrade with the second gen with power monitoring and again no problems, worked out of the box and reported immediately to my Zigbee coordinator. Awesomeð. Had some Tuyas but they kept dropping of my network and they don’t do energy monitoring, will buy 3rd reality in the future again. Having my eyes on their motion night lights but no deals on Amazon yet.
Rtm –
Patrick –
Funciona como esperaba para mis automatizaciones en Home Assistant. Sin embargo, la próxima vez optarÃa por los que tienen medición de energÃa.
Patrick –
Enrique –
buen precio y gran funcionalidad
Enrique –
Charles Y. –
Very affordable if you get the 4 pack. Easy to set up with voice command from Echo 4th Gen. All 4 work great so far. Very satisfied. Also own their motion sensor which works great with Alexa routines to turn on lights and make announcements when triggered.
Charles Y. –
Amazon Customer –
Works great with Echo 4th generation
Amazon Customer –