In-depth review
TP-Link Tapo P110M Matter Review (2027)
In-depth review of the Tapo P110M: Matter setup reality, energy monitoring, and Tapo versus Kasa.
TP-Link Tapo P110M Matter
Matter plus energy monitoring in TP-Link value Tapo line.
Our verdict
The P110M is the plug that proves Matter and metering can coexist at a sane price. Setup still depends on your platform hub behaving, but once commissioned it answers in Apple, Google, or SmartThings with the same hardware, and Tapo energy features ride along in the brand app.
What we like
- Matter over Wi-Fi works across Apple, Google, Alexa, SmartThings
- Energy monitoring with cost estimates in Tapo app
- Compact design leaves the second socket accessible
- Charge-guard and auto-off features protect batteries and heaters
What to watch out for
- Tapo and Kasa remain separate apps in many regions
- Matter setup can be finicky on mixed networks
- 15A rating is for resistive loads, derate motors
What owners report: TP-Link Tapo P110M Matter
Synthesized from recurring themes in long-term owner feedback.
Most praised
- Matter over Wi-Fi lets one plug work across the major platforms without a hub swap
- Cost estimates alongside energy use make the data easier to act on
- Charge guard and auto off features protect batteries and heaters automatically
Common complaints
- Living with both Tapo and Kasa apps in one TP-Link household is annoying
- Matter pairing can be finicky on a mixed home network
- Motor loads need careful derating despite the headline resistive capacity
Who it is for
Matter-first households and platform switchers who refuse to re-buy plugs when they change ecosystems.
Matter in practice
Commissioning uses the standard Matter code flow into your chosen platform, and multi-admin sharing lets a second platform control the same plug. Local control through the platform hub keeps response quick, though the Tapo app remains the home of metering detail and charge-guard settings.
Metering and extras
Energy monitoring includes consumption history and cost context, plus Tapo touches like auto-off after a set draw pattern. The feature split, standards in the platform, extras in the app, is exactly how Matter devices should behave.
The TP-Link two-app problem
Kasa and Tapo remain separate apps, so a home with Kasa switches and Tapo plugs juggles both. TP-Link has improved cross-links, but new buyers should pick one line deliberately: Tapo for Matter, Kasa for legacy polish.
Key specifications
- Load rating
- 15A / 1800W resistive max (US model)
- Energy monitoring
- Yes
- Protocol
- Matter over Wi-Fi 2.4GHz
- Input
- 120V
- Form
- Mini single outlet
Also consider
TP-Link Kasa EP25
Kasa reliability with per-plug energy monitoring and Matter-era polish.
Why consider it: If you live in the Kasa app already and Matter is not a priority.
- Load rating: 15A / 1800W resistive max
- Energy monitoring: Yes, real-time and history
Meross Smart Plug Mini
The HomeKit-friendly mini plug that undercuts the big brands.
Why consider it: Smaller and cheaper for Apple-centric homes that skip metering.
- Load rating: 15A / 1800W max (US model)
- Energy monitoring: No (switching model)
Research-based assessment. TrueGear has not hands-on tested this product; this evaluation synthesizes manufacturer specifications, retailer documentation, and published expert reviews.
Questions, answered
Does Matter need a hub for this plug?
You need a Matter controller, which most current smart speakers and hubs already are. The plug itself joins over Wi-Fi, no Thread border router required.
Can I see energy use in Apple Home?
Basic energy features in platforms are evolving; full metering history lives in the Tapo app. Apple Home shows control and state reliably.
Is the US rating really 15A?
The North American P110M rates 15A / 1800W resistive. Ratings differ by region, so verify the printing on the unit you receive.