TP-Link P110 at a glance
In short: the TP-Link P110 scores 9,0/10 in our smart socket rating (from €10.90). Biggest strength: real energy monitoring. Main trade-off: 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi only.
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.
TP-Link P110: what works and what doesn't
What works well
- Real energy monitoring: shows real-time and historical power consumption of the connected device, finds power hogs without a separate meter
- No hub needed: connects directly via Wi-Fi, no additional bridge or hub required
- 16 A / 3,680 W: high switching capacity, also tolerates heavier loads such as fan heaters or kettles
- Voice & remote access: works with Alexa and Google Assistant, controllable on the go via smartphone
- Schedules: appliances can be switched on and off automatically at fixed times
Points of criticism
- 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi only: like almost all smart sockets it only joins the 2.4 GHz network, not the 5 GHz band
- App account required: full use requires the Tapo app and a cloud account, little works without a connection
Specifications in detail
| Type | Wi-Fi plug (smart, with metering) |
| Max. load | 16 A / 3,680 W |
| Hub needed | No |
| Voice assistants | Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Control | App (iOS/Android), remote access |
| Functions | Energy monitoring, schedules |
Build quality & everyday use
What carries the TP-Link P110 in everyday use: real energy monitoring (shows real-time and historical power consumption of the connected device, finds power hogs without a separate meter) and no hub needed (connects directly via Wi-Fi, no additional bridge or hub required). The weaknesses have to be stated honestly: 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi only. Like almost all smart sockets it only joins the 2.4 GHz network, not the 5 GHz band.
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 TP-Link P110 suited to? (Buying advice)
Perfect for:
- ✓Tracking down power hogs in the home
- ✓Smart home beginners without a hub
- ✓Automatic switching by schedule
- ✓Control by voice and on the go
Less suitable for:
- ✕Anyone who runs a 5 GHz-only Wi-Fi
- ✕Anyone who wants to manage entirely without an app and cloud
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Frequently asked questions about the TP-Link P110
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Verdict: is the TP-Link P110 worth it?
A clear buying recommendation: if you can live with 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi only, from €10.90 you get mainly one thing: real energy monitoring. Best suited to: tracking down power hogs in the home.
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