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TP-Link Tapo · Updated June 2026

TP-Link Tapo Smart Plug Mini P125M: price, specs & release date

TP-Link Tapo Smart Plug Mini P125M, released 2023-01-30. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.

Source: tapo.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger

GoldDeskmark74/100#3 of 12 in class

The TP-Link Tapo Smart Plug Mini P125M is listed at $19.99 on tapo.com as of 2026-06-27, #3 cheapest of 12 smart plugs (median $31); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Gold Deskmark — 74/100 pay-blind standing, #3 of 12 in class.

Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below

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TP-Link Tapo Smart Plug Mini P125M — TP-Link Tapo
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Is the TP-Link Tapo Smart Plug Mini P125M a good buy?

At $20, the TP-Link Tapo Smart Plug Mini P125M is #3 cheapest of the 12 smart plugs we track, where the median is $31. On the spec sheet, its max load amps of 15 is the highest of the 12, its pack size of 1 is the lowest of the 12, and its release year of 2023 is at the median of the 9. By release date, it is among the newer of the 9 we date.

Evidence of Record

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No independent lab has measured this product yet. 2 outlets have it on record by mention only, with no hands-on measurements published to weigh its claims against — a gap in the evidence, not a verdict on the product.

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Review consensus · sourced & dated

What reviewers say about the TP-Link Tapo Smart Plug Mini P125M

Two whitelisted testers — PCWorld and TechRadar — reviewed the exact Tapo P125M hands-on, and both recommend it. They praise dead-simple Matter setup, broad ecosystem compatibility, fast and reliable on/off control, small size, and a low ~$20 price. Both note it is on/off-only with no nuanced control. PCWorld additionally flags no energy monitoring and no Thread radio (2.4GHz Wi-Fi only); TechRadar flags that the plug's wide body covers neighboring outlets on power strips. No lab measurements were published by either outlet.

Based on 2 reviews · 2023-02-06–2023-03-27

Tested by PCWorld, TechRadar

Consistently praised

  • Fast, reliable on/off response across every ecosystem and app · 2 sources
  • Dead-simple Matter setup; works with any smart-home ecosystem · 2 sources
  • Low price (~$20) and strong value · 2 sources
  • Physically small and compact · 2 sources

Commonly flagged

  • On/off only, no dimming or nuanced control · 2 sources
  • No energy/power monitoring
  • No Thread radio (2.4GHz Wi-Fi only)
  • Wide body blocks adjacent outlets on power strips/surge protectors

Where reviewers disagree No factual conflict — both verdicts are positive. Emphasis differs: PCWorld's main gripes are the absent energy monitoring and lack of a Thread radio, neither of which TechRadar raised; TechRadar instead singled out the plug's 2.4-inch width covering neighboring outlets on a power strip, which PCWorld did not flag.

The sources (2)

PCWorld hands-on ·

the switch was invariably quick to respond to on-demand commands, whether I was nearby or away, or whether I was using the Tapo app or another app connected via Matter.
On the downside, the plug does not have any energy-monitoring features.
(Note that I had to force-quit the app to get this usage data to update.)

TechRadar hands-on ·

Getting the TP-Link Tapo P125M set up is incredibly easy.
it responded immediately whether I was controlling it in the Alexa app, Tapo app, or via voice command through my Echo Dot
Its width makes its use on surge protectors and power strips a bit unwieldy, since it will cover outlets on either side.

Specifications

Price (US)$19.99 MSRP single unit; 3-pack also available
BrandTP-Link Tapo
Released2023-01-30
Protocolmatter_wifi
Hub requiredNo
Energy monitoringNo
Max load amps15
Works withAlexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit (Siri), Samsung SmartThings, Tapo app
Pack size1
Outdoor ratedNo

Source: tapo.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by amazon.com. Official Tapo press release (news/305) confirms launch January 30 2023 (NOT March 10) and MSRP $19.99 (the draft's claim of a $49.99 launch MSRP that 'dropped' is fabricated; $19.99 was the launch MSRP). Matter over Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, no hub, 15A/1800W, works with Apple Home/Alexa/Google/SmartThings. No energy monitoring (that is P110M). Source switched to the manufacturer press release.

Is the TP-Link Tapo Smart Plug Mini P125M worth it vs cheaper smart plugs?

TP-Link Tapo Smart Plug Mini P125M against its closest cheaper and pricier smart plugs on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 12 ranked

ProductPriceProtocolHub requiredEnergy monitoringMax load ampsWorks with
TP-Link Tapo Smart Plug Mini P125M this$19.99matter_wifiNoNo15Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit (Siri), Samsung SmartThings, Tapo app
GE Cync Indoor Smart Plug$14.99matter_wifiNoNo15Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit (Siri), Samsung SmartThings
Amazon Smart Plug$24.99wifiNoNo15Alexa only

Frequently asked questions

What do reviewers say about the TP-Link Tapo Smart Plug Mini P125M?

Two whitelisted testers — PCWorld and TechRadar — reviewed the exact Tapo P125M hands-on, and both recommend it. They praise dead-simple Matter setup, broad ecosystem compatibility, fast and reliable on/off control, small size, and a low ~$20 price. Both note it is on/off-only with no nuanced control. PCWorld additionally flags no energy monitoring and no Thread radio (2.4GHz Wi-Fi only); TechRadar flags that the plug's wide body covers neighboring outlets on power strips. No lab measurements were published by either outlet. Praised: Fast, reliable on/off response across every ecosystem and app; Dead-simple Matter setup; works with any smart-home ecosystem; Low price (~$20) and strong value; Physically small and compact. Flagged: On/off only, no dimming or nuanced control; No energy/power monitoring; No Thread radio (2.4GHz Wi-Fi only); Wide body blocks adjacent outlets on power strips/surge protectors. (From 2 tester reviews.)

How much does the TP-Link Tapo Smart Plug Mini P125M cost?

The TP-Link Tapo Smart Plug Mini P125M has a US price of $19.99 (MSRP single unit; 3-pack also available), as of 2026-06-19.

How does the TP-Link Tapo Smart Plug Mini P125M compare on price?

At $20, the TP-Link Tapo Smart Plug Mini P125M is #3 cheapest of the 12 smart plugs we track, where the median is $31.

When was the TP-Link Tapo Smart Plug Mini P125M released?

The TP-Link Tapo Smart Plug Mini P125M was released 2023-01-30.

What are the TP-Link Tapo Smart Plug Mini P125M's key specs?

TP-Link Tapo Smart Plug Mini P125M (TP-Link Tapo): protocol matter_wifi, hub required No, energy monitoring No, max load amps 15, works with Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit (Siri), Samsung SmartThings, Tapo app. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.

Price of record: $19.99 at tapo.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:

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