TP-Link Tapo P110 Test: A discreet and complete connected socket

A center power button turns the socket on and off remotely. Views are scheduled by TP-Link. So far there are no exceptions.

All three tabs are available. One of them provides access to the programming option, which allows you to create procedures. For example, before going home, you may choose to run the store from 5pm each evening; Useful if fan or heater is plugged into it.

The timer option starts the countdown before the connected outlet stops working; We have been thinking especially about mobile phones that should not be charged for hours.

Finally, the “Absent” option stands out from the other two and seems to be an added value of the Tapo P110. This allows the connected outlet to be turned on and off at random for a limited time. One feature may seem interesting in the absence for a long time because it simulates being at home. There is still a choice of devices connected to it: a lamp or TV seems to be the best choice to block the viewer with the wrong intention.

TP-Link has another advantage over the Tapo P110: real-time power consumption monitoring. By scrolling down the menu you can access the data for the same day, last 30 days and Power used by the currently connected object. Information on the same day and duration of use for the last month is also available.

And to complete the connection of the Tapo P110, the Chinese manufacturer has developed several voice assistants compatible. We see the giant Amazon with Alexa, Google and a somewhat sensible helper “Alice”. On the other hand, it is necessary to go through another application of the assistant. It is not possible to order directly to the Tapo P110 because the socket is not fitted with a microphone. The result is a lack of fluidity, which makes the process somewhat magical. It is best to have one such attached object Smart-display, With voice assistant compatible with Tapo 110. The socket can be controlled remotely from many rooms in the house; For example, it is possible to turn off the light in 5 minutes or ask him to turn on the fan for 2 hours.