Let me start by saying these Wyze smart plugs are a game-changer for basic home automation. I use them daily for lamps, holiday decorations, and even my coffee maker. The setup is stupidly easy – just plug in, connect via the Wyze app (which I already had for my cameras), and boom – you're controlling devices with your voice through Alexa or Google Assistant.

The good stuff first: At this price point for a 4-pack, they're an absolute steal compared to single plugs from other brands. I love being able to group devices (all my Christmas lights turn on with one command) and set sunrise/sunset schedules. The compact design doesn't block adjacent outlets, which many smart plugs fail at.

Now the frustrations: Like several reviewers mentioned, these occasionally drop WiFi connection. About once a month I'll find my living room lamp still on when it should be off. The fix is simple (unplug/replug), but it's annoying when you're not home. Also, while they work with voice assistants, some advanced features require the Wyze app – yet another app on my already cluttered phone.

Pro tip from experience: Make absolutely sure your phone is on the same WiFi network during setup. I wasted 20 minutes troubleshooting before realizing my phone had auto-connected to our guest network.

Bottom line? For casual users who want affordable smart plugs and don't mind occasional hiccups, these are great. If you need rock-solid reliability for critical devices, you might want to look at more premium options.