Amazon Basics Smart Plug (Matter)
$8.98$10.39
- ?Max load: not published yet
- ?Plug type: not published yet
- Wi-Fi: 2.4 GHzWi-Fi: 2.4 GHz
- HA: MatterHome Assistant: Matter
−33% 
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GE Cync Indoor Smart Plug (Matter)
GE’s Cync Matter plug: 1,800 W on 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi with Bluetooth for setup, local control through Matter on Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa and Home Assistant, and no subscription.
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The GE Cync Indoor Smart Plug (Matter) beats the category average in 1 of 2 areas.
- 1,800 W max load
- Type B (US) plug type
- 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi
- Matter Home Assistant
The Cync Indoor Smart Plug (Matter) against other smart plugs
It beats the category average in 1 of 2 areas.
Closest competitors
Score 49 vs 47 category average · 4 of 5 scored specs known. How we score
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. No
- 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
13 of 19 specs sourced
- Manufacturer spec sheet 11
- Home Assistant docs 2
- ? Not published — we don’t guess 6
1. Electrical
2 of 4 known
| Spec | Cync Indoor 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. | Type B (US) | Manufacturer spec sheet | |
| Max load 3,680 W (16 A) handles heaters and washing machines. 2,300 W (10 A) plugs are only for small appliances. | 1,800 W | Manufacturer spec sheet | |
| 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
0 of 2 known
| Spec | Cync Indoor 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. | ? Not published |
3. Connectivity
4 of 4 known
−12 vs avg
| Spec | Cync Indoor 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…). | No | Manufacturer spec sheet | beats 0% |
| Zigbee Mature mesh protocol. Works locally with Zigbee2MQTT or ZHA in Home Assistant. | No | Manufacturer spec sheet | |
| Bluetooth Usually only for setup or short-range control. | Yes | Manufacturer spec sheet |
4. Integrations
5 of 5 known
+12 vs avg
| Spec | Cync Indoor 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 | beats 20% |
| 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 | beats 20% |
| Apple Home | Yes | Manufacturer spec sheet | beats 20% |
5. Privacy & Local Control
2 of 4 known
| Spec | Cync Indoor 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. | No | Manufacturer spec sheet | |
| 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 — Thread Manufacturer spec sheet
- Value added — Zigbee Manufacturer spec sheet
- Value added — Subscription for key features Manufacturer spec sheet
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- Value added — Home Assistant Home Assistant docs
- Value added — Works offline Home Assistant docs
- Value added — Wi-Fi Manufacturer spec sheet
- Value added — Bluetooth 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
- Value added — Plug type Manufacturer spec sheet
- Value added — Max load Manufacturer spec sheet
Where to buy it
| Region | Buy |
|---|---|
| US for you | from $9.98 |
Price as of 4 Nov 2026 · amazon.com
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Questions about the Cync Indoor 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.
Is there a subscription?
No. All features work without a subscription.
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 GE 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.