Leviton’s second-generation smart outlet replaces a standard wall receptacle for a cleaner, more permanent smart home solution. It eliminates the bulky adapter of a smart plug, giving you direct app and voice control over anything you plug into the wall. This is a straightforward upgrade for anyone tired of dongles blocking adjacent outlets.

Setup requires connecting the outlet to your home’s Wi-Fi through the Leviton app, which is a clear process if you’re comfortable replacing a standard outlet. Once installed, you can schedule a lamp to turn on at dusk or control a fan with your voice through Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri. The 15A/120V rating handles typical household devices like lighting, chargers, and small appliances without a hitch.

Just know this is a simple on/off switch. It doesn’t track energy usage or offer USB ports. For a discreet, hardwired control point for lamps or fans, it’s a reliable and tidy improvement over plug-in modules.