ANTELA 16A Smart Plug at a glance
In short: the ANTELA 16A Smart Plug scores 7,4/10 in our smart plug rating (from €27.52). Biggest strength: measures power consumption. Main compromise: expensive as a single unit.
All specifications come from manufacturer data sheets and the Amazon catalogue and were cross-checked before publication. The rating is an editorial overall assessment based on this data; we do not trial products ourselves.
ANTELA 16A Smart Plug: what works and what doesn't
What works well
- Measures power consumption: monitors the consumption of connected devices and helps cut energy and electricity costs
- Tuya ecosystem: runs via Smart Life or Tuya and so fits a huge family of devices from other manufacturers
- Alexa & Google: can be controlled by voice command via Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant
- Schedule & timer: switches devices automatically and avoids unnecessary standby time
- 16 A switching capacity: also copes with higher-powered loads
Points of criticism
- Expensive as a single unit: at around €27 considerably dearer than comparable metering plugs from other brands
- 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi only: 5 GHz networks are expressly not supported
- No-name support: with a smaller brand, warranty and support remain a residual risk
Specifications in detail
| Type | Wi-Fi plug (smart, with metering) |
| Max. load | 16 A |
| App | Smart Life / Tuya |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz (no 5 GHz) |
| Voice assistants | Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Functions | Consumption metering, schedule & timer |
Build quality & everyday use
What carries the ANTELA 16A Smart Plug in daily use: measures power consumption (monitors the consumption of connected devices and helps cut energy and electricity costs) and Tuya ecosystem (runs via Smart Life or Tuya and so fits a huge family of devices from other manufacturers). The weaknesses need to be stated honestly: expensive as a single unit, since at around €27 it is considerably dearer than comparable metering plugs from other brands.
If you set the device up to save space, make sure it stands on a stable, level surface with some air around it. This protects the mechanics and electronics in continuous use.
Who is the ANTELA 16A Smart Plug suited to? (Buying advice)
Perfect for:
- ✓Users with an existing Tuya/Smart Life system
- ✓Consumption monitoring of individual devices
- ✓Automation via schedule and timer
Less suitable for:
- ✕Price-conscious buyers who only need a single plug
- ✕Households with pure 5 GHz Wi-Fi
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Frequently asked questions about the ANTELA 16A Smart Plug
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Verdict: is the ANTELA 16A Smart Plug worth it?
A solid option with a clear profile: if you can live with being expensive as a single unit, from €27.52 you mainly get one thing: power consumption metering. It suits best: users with an existing Tuya/Smart Life system.
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