Cync Indoor Smart Plug (Matter)
$9.98$14.99
- 1,800 WMax load: 1,800 W
- Type B (US)Plug type: Type B (US)
- Wi-Fi: 2.4 GHzWi-Fi: 2.4 GHz
- HA: MatterHome Assistant: Matter
Amazon Basics Smart Plugs
Amazon Basics Smart Plug (Matter)
Amazon’s cheap Matter plug on 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi: local control through Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home and Home Assistant, and it doesn’t block the next socket. Amazon publishes little else, so the load, energy monitoring and standby draw rows show “?”.
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- ? max load
- ? plug type
- 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi
- Matter Home Assistant
Works with — and how well
“Works with Alexa” can mean full local control or a cloud skill that only switches it on. Here’s which one.
Platforms
- Matter Full Local control of on/off and power readings from any Matter controller.
- Home Assistant Full Through the Matter integration — local.
- Apple Home Full Via Matter.
- Google Home Full Via Matter, works locally.
- Alexa Full Via Matter, works locally.
Without the cloud
- Works offline Keeps working with your internet down — schedules, automations and local apps still run. Yes
- Cloud account required You must create a manufacturer account to set it up. Some devices stop working if the cloud shuts down. ?
- Subscription for key features Features locked behind a monthly fee, e.g. history, AI detection or remote access. ?
- Firmware updates via HA Update the firmware from Home Assistant without the vendor app (Zigbee2MQTT OTA, Matter OTA). ?
- Home Assistant Matter · local push
How to add it to Home Assistant
- Make sure Home Assistant has the Matter integration (and a Thread border router for Thread devices)
- Companion app → Settings → Devices & services → Add Matter device
- Scan the Matter code on the device or in the box
Every spec, with its source
8 of 19 specs sourced
- Manufacturer spec sheet 6
- Home Assistant docs 2
- ? Not published — we don’t guess 11
1. Electrical
0 of 4 known
| Spec | Smart Plug (Matter) | Source | vs all smart plugs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plug type Most of mainland Europe uses Type F; France and Belgium use Type E. Check before you buy a regional variant. | ? Not published | ||
| Max load 3,680 W (16 A) handles heaters and washing machines. 2,300 W (10 A) plugs are only for small appliances. | ? Not published | ||
| Energy monitoring Reports live watts and kWh. Needed for the Home Assistant energy dashboard. | ? Not published | ||
| Standby draw What the plug itself uses while idle. 0.5 W is about 4.4 kWh a year. | ? Not published |
2. Design
1 of 2 known
| Spec | Smart Plug (Matter) | Source | vs all smart plugs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child protection Shuttered socket that stops objects being pushed in. | ? Not published | ||
| Blocks neighbouring socket Chunky plugs cover the second socket on a double outlet. | No | Manufacturer spec sheet |
3. Connectivity
1 of 4 known
| Spec | Smart Plug (Matter) | Source | vs all smart plugs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz has longer range. Dual band helps in crowded apartment buildings. | 2.4 GHz | Manufacturer spec sheet | |
| Thread Low-power mesh used by Matter. Needs a Thread border router (HomePod mini, Nest Hub, SkyConnect…). | ? Not published | ||
| Zigbee Mature mesh protocol. Works locally with Zigbee2MQTT or ZHA in Home Assistant. | ? Not published | ||
| Bluetooth Usually only for setup or short-range control. | ? Not published |
4. Integrations
5 of 5 known
| Spec | Smart Plug (Matter) | Source | vs all smart plugs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matter Works with every major platform locally. Check which device types are supported — some features may stay app-only. | Yes | Manufacturer spec sheet | |
| Home Assistant Core integrations ship with Home Assistant. HACS integrations are community-maintained and can break after updates. | Matter | Home Assistant docs | |
| Alexa | Yes | Manufacturer spec sheet | |
| Google Home | Yes | Manufacturer spec sheet | |
| Apple Home | Yes | Manufacturer spec sheet |
5. Privacy & Local Control
1 of 4 known
| Spec | Smart Plug (Matter) | Source | vs all smart plugs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Works offline Keeps working with your internet down — schedules, automations and local apps still run. | Yes | Home Assistant docs | |
| Cloud account required You must create a manufacturer account to set it up. Some devices stop working if the cloud shuts down. | ? Not published | ||
| Subscription for key features Features locked behind a monthly fee, e.g. history, AI detection or remote access. | ? Not published | ||
| Firmware updates via HA Update the firmware from Home Assistant without the vendor app (Zigbee2MQTT OTA, Matter OTA). | ? Not published |
Change history
Suggest a correction- Value added — Blocks neighbouring socket Manufacturer spec sheet
- Value added — Home Assistant Home Assistant docs
- Value added — Works offline Home Assistant docs
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- Value added — Wi-Fi Manufacturer spec sheet
- Value added — Matter Manufacturer spec sheet
- Value added — Alexa Manufacturer spec sheet
- Value added — Google Home Manufacturer spec sheet
- Value added — Apple Home Manufacturer spec sheet
Where to buy it
| Region | Buy |
|---|---|
| US for you | from $8.98 |
Price as of 4 Nov 2026 · amazon.com
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Questions about the Smart Plug (Matter)
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Does it work without the internet?
Yes. Schedules and local control keep working offline; only remote access needs the internet.
Does it work with Home Assistant?
Yes, via Matter. See the setup steps above.
Is it Matter-certified?
Yes, so it pairs locally with Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa, SmartThings and Home Assistant.
Which version should I buy?
The US version (), sold on amazon.com. Other regions use different plugs and model numbers — see “Variants” above.
What warranty do I get?
The Amazon Basics manufacturer’s warranty for your region. In the UK and EU you also have statutory rights against the seller; check the listing on Amazon for details.