Let me start by saying this power strip is a lifesaver for anyone juggling multiple devices. The setup? Super easy. Plug it in, connect via the Alexa app, and boom—you're in control. I use it to manage my kids' screen time by scheduling their desktop PC to turn off automatically. No more arguments!

The 6 individually controlled outlets are a dream. I’ve grouped my living room lamps for unified 'movie night' lighting, while keeping other devices independent. The USB ports (2 USB-A and 1 USB-C) are handy, but fair warning: they’re not smart-enabled. I learned this the hard way when my phone stopped charging overnight—turns out the ports occasionally power down unexpectedly.

Size-wise, it’s bulkier than expected (think small hardcover book), but since mine sits behind furniture, it’s no dealbreaker. The real star is the hub-free Alexa integration. Voice commands like 'Alexa, turn on the coffee maker' work flawlessly—though beware if you have 5GHz WiFi; you’ll need to temporarily split your network to 2.4GHz during setup (took me one frustrated evening to figure that out).

For $40, it’s a solid buy if you need centralized control without smart plugs cluttering every outlet. Just don’t rely on those USB ports for critical charging.