Should I buy the TP-Link Kasa outdoor plug or Meross outdoor plug?

If you want the short version: pick Meross if you care about Apple HomeKit, and pick Kasa if you mainly use Alexa or Google Home.

A practical way to choose:

• Meross Outdoor Plug: usually the better fit for Apple HomeKit users, especially if you want a budget-friendly outdoor option.
• TP-Link Kasa Outdoor Plug: a solid pick if you’re already using Alexa or Google Home and want a straightforward outdoor smart plug.

A couple of important checks before you buy:

• Confirm the exact model — compatibility can vary by variant, especially for HomeKit or Matter support.
• Check the weather-resistance rating on the specific listing — don’t assume every outdoor version has the same rating.
• Verify the feature set on the exact product page before purchasing, since details like number of outlets and connection features can vary by model or revision.

If your home is mainly Apple-based, I’d lean Meross. If you want the safer all-around choice for Alexa/Google setups, I’d lean Kasa.