TP-Link Tapo P110 Energy Monitoring Smart Plug
around £12
Energy monitoring built in, so you can see exactly what a device costs to run.
Reviews & Guides
Every pick is the result of research, not marketing: I dig into the specs, running costs and owner reviews so you can buy once and buy right for a UK home.
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Heat & EnergyBest Home Energy Monitors UK [2026]: What Actually Works Here
By Patrick · Last updated: October 6, 2026
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Plug-In Solar UK Explained [2026]: The New Rules and Where You Can Fit It
By Patrick · Last updated: September 23, 2026
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Heat & EnergyHow to Install a Smart Thermostat (Step-by-Step) [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: September 3, 2026
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Heat & EnergyCommon Smart Heating Mistakes That Cost You Money [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: September 3, 2026
![Illustrative photo for the power & solar guide “TP-Link Tapo vs Meross vs Eve: Smart Plug Showdown [2026]”](/__l5e/assets-v1/83c24fc1-8954-4ca1-8f67-beba93b4b5af/comparison-cover.jpg)
Power & SolarTP-Link Tapo vs Meross vs Eve: Smart Plug Showdown [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: September 3, 2026
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How to Read Your Smart Meter Like a Pro [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: September 3, 2026
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Power & SolarBest Plug-In Energy Meters for Individual Appliances UK [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: September 3, 2026
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Heat & EnergyHow Much Does a Smart Thermostat Save in the UK? [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: September 3, 2026
tado° Wireless Smart Thermostat Starter Kit X
around £160
Geofencing and open-window detection make it the strongest all-rounder for UK boilers.
Power & SolarSmart Plugs Explained: What They Can and Cannot Do for Your Home [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: September 3, 2026
Matter Smart Home Explained: What It Means Before You Buy Another Device
By Patrick · Last updated: September 3, 2026
Heat & EnergySmart Lighting Compatibility: Bulbs, Switches, Hubs and Voice Control
By Patrick · Last updated: September 3, 2026
![Illustrative photo for the power & solar guide “Best Solar Garden Lights UK: 4 Top Picks [2026]”](/images/opt/blog-solar-garden-lights-1200.webp)
Best Solar Garden Lights UK: 4 Top Picks [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: September 3, 2026
Philips Hue Starter Kit
around £45
The most reliable ecosystem we researched, with the widest UK fitting support.
![Illustrative photo for the home protection guide “Best Smart Water Leak Detectors UK: 4 Top Picks [2026]”](/__l5e/assets-v1/4b1867c9-9f09-4881-ad50-1aa4b7c5c249/cover-tapo-leak-sensor.webp)
Home ProtectionBest Smart Water Leak Detectors UK: 4 Top Picks [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: September 3, 2026
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Power & SolarBest Smart Power Strips UK: 4 Top Picks [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: September 3, 2026
How to Choose Your First Smart-Home Device Without Wasting Money
By Patrick · Last updated: September 2, 2026
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Power & SolarBest Portable Power Stations UK: 4 Top Picks [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: August 30, 2026
Ring Stick Up Cam Battery
around £90
Battery-powered, works indoors or out, and slots straight into the Ring ecosystem.
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Best Robot Lawn Mowers UK: 4 Automatic Mowers Compared [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: August 30, 2026
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Best Video Doorbells UK: 4 Smart Doorbells Compared [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: August 29, 2026
![Illustrative photo for the home protection guide “Best Smart Locks UK: 4 Digital Door Locks Compared [2026]”](/images/products/yale-linus-l2-1.webp)
Home ProtectionBest Smart Locks UK: 4 Digital Door Locks Compared [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: August 29, 2026
![Illustrative photo for the heat & energy guide “Best Smart Heating Systems UK: 4 Top Picks [2026]”](/images/products/drayton-wiser-1.webp)
Heat & EnergyBest Smart Heating Systems UK: 4 Top Picks [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: August 29, 2026
TP-Link Tapo P110 Energy Monitoring Smart Plug
around £12
Energy monitoring built in, so you can see exactly what a device costs to run.
![Illustrative photo for the heat & energy guide “Best Smart Thermostats UK: 4 Top Picks [2026]”](/images/blog-best-smart-thermostats-uk.jpg)
Heat & EnergyBest Smart Thermostats UK: 4 Top Picks [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: August 29, 2026
![Illustrative photo for the home protection guide “Best Home Security Cameras UK: 4 Top Picks [2026]”](/images/blog-best-home-security-cameras-uk.jpg)
Home ProtectionBest Home Security Cameras UK: 4 Top Picks [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: August 29, 2026
![Illustrative photo for the smart home guide “Best Smart Speakers UK: 4 Top Picks [2026]”](/images/blog-best-smart-speakers-uk.jpg)
Smart HomeBest Smart Speakers UK: 4 Top Picks [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: August 28, 2026
Smart HomeBest Robot Vacuums UK (2026): 4 Automatic Vacuum Cleaners Compared
By Patrick · Last updated: August 28, 2026
tado° Wireless Smart Thermostat Starter Kit X
around £160
Geofencing and open-window detection make it the strongest all-rounder for UK boilers.
Heat & EnergyBest Smart Light Bulbs UK: 4 Top Picks [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: August 28, 2026
![Illustrative photo for the heat & energy guide “What Is a Smart Thermostat? UK Beginner's Guide [2026]”](/images/blog-what-is-a-smart-thermostat-uk.jpg)
Heat & EnergyWhat Is a Smart Thermostat? UK Beginner's Guide [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: August 28, 2026
![Illustrative photo for the heat & energy guide “Best Smart Radiator Valves UK: 4 Top Picks [2026]”](/images/blog-best-smart-radiator-valves-uk.jpg)
Heat & EnergyBest Smart Radiator Valves UK: 4 Top Picks [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: August 28, 2026
![Illustrative photo for the power & solar guide “Best Smart Plugs UK: 4 Top Picks [2026]”](/images/products/tapo-p100.webp)
Power & SolarBest Smart Plugs UK: 4 Top Picks [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: August 28, 2026
Philips Hue Starter Kit
around £45
The most reliable ecosystem we researched, with the widest UK fitting support.
![Illustrative photo for the heat & energy guide “Hive vs Tado: Which Smart Thermostat Saves More? [2026]”](/images/blog-hive-vs-tado.jpg)
Heat & EnergyHive vs Tado: Which Smart Thermostat Saves More? [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: August 28, 2026
![Illustrative photo for the heat & energy guide “Emporia Vue Review: Is It Worth It? [2026]”](/images/products/emporia-vue.webp)
Heat & EnergyEmporia Vue Review: Is It Worth It? [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: January 1, 2026
Eve Aqua Review: Smart Irrigation Worth It?
By Patrick · Last updated: January 1, 2026
![Illustrative photo for the heat & energy guide “Home Energy Savings: The UK Smart-Tech Guide [2026]”](/images/opt/blog-matter-nest-thermostat-v2-1200.webp)
Home Energy Savings: The UK Smart-Tech Guide [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: January 1, 2026
Ring Stick Up Cam Battery
around £90
Battery-powered, works indoors or out, and slots straight into the Ring ecosystem.
Smart Heating Controls: Save 30% on Bills
By Patrick · Last updated: January 1, 2026
![Illustrative photo for the heat & energy guide “Smart Lighting Guide: 7 Best Systems [2026]”](/images/opt/hero-smart-lighting-1200.webp)
Smart Lighting Guide: 7 Best Systems [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: January 1, 2026
Power & SolarPhantom Power: How Smart Plugs Save £200+
By Patrick · Last updated: January 1, 2026
![Illustrative photo for the heat & energy guide “Energy Monitoring: 5 Best UK Monitors [2026]”](/images/products/shelly-em-1.webp)
Heat & EnergyEnergy Monitoring: 5 Best UK Monitors [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: January 1, 2026
TP-Link Tapo P110 Energy Monitoring Smart Plug
around £12
Energy monitoring built in, so you can see exactly what a device costs to run.
![Illustrative photo for the power & solar guide “Solar Power UK: Garden & Shed Guide [2026]”](/__l5e/assets-v1/a36d9df6-4181-427f-985a-8b81052ed57c/blog-solar-outdoor-uk.jpg)
Power & SolarSolar Power UK: Garden & Shed Guide [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: January 1, 2026
Phantom Power Drain: 7 Fixes for Standby Waste
By Patrick · Last updated: March 11, 2025
![Illustrative photo for the power & solar guide “10 Best Solar Gadgets That Save Money [2026]”](/images/opt/blog-solar-gadgets-2025-1200.webp)
10 Best Solar Gadgets That Save Money [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: February 7, 2025
![Illustrative photo for the power & solar guide “10 Solar Gadgets for Home: UK Guide [2026]”](/__l5e/assets-v1/c177c13d-8d1a-423c-948f-90208f8f4ea9/blog-solar-roof-uk-new.jpg)
Power & Solar10 Solar Gadgets for Home: UK Guide [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: January 27, 2025
tado° Wireless Smart Thermostat Starter Kit X
around £160
Geofencing and open-window detection make it the strongest all-rounder for UK boilers.
Heat & EnergyPhilips Hue Motion Sensor: 5 Key Features
By Patrick · Last updated: January 20, 2025
![Illustrative photo for the heat & energy guide “Nest vs Ecobee: Which Saves More? [2026]”](/__l5e/assets-v1/5ee3ce5d-df71-4cfd-a238-c52bc807599d/blog-nest-vs-ecobee-new.jpg)
Heat & EnergyNest vs Ecobee: Which Saves More? [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: January 14, 2025
![Illustrative photo for the power & solar guide “7 Ways to Cut Your Electricity Bill in the UK [2026]”](/images/opt/blog-cut-electricity-gb-1200.webp)
7 Ways to Cut Your Electricity Bill in the UK [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: January 11, 2025
![Illustrative photo for the heat & energy guide “Energy Gadget Comparison: 5 Best Picks [2026]”](/images/opt/blog-gadget-comparison-1200.webp)
Energy Gadget Comparison: 5 Best Picks [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: January 5, 2025
Philips Hue Starter Kit
around £45
The most reliable ecosystem we researched, with the widest UK fitting support.
![Illustrative photo for the heat & energy guide “How to Choose an Energy-Saving Gadget [2026]”](/images/opt/blog-choose-gadget-1200.webp)
How to Choose an Energy-Saving Gadget [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: January 4, 2025
Solar Gadgets for Renewable Energy: UK Guide
By Patrick · Last updated: January 4, 2025
10 Energy Saving Tips That Cut Bills Fast
By Patrick · Last updated: January 4, 2025
![Illustrative photo for the kitchen guide “Energy Efficient Appliances: Save £300+ [2026]”](/images/opt/blog-energy-efficient-appliances-1200.webp)
Energy Efficient Appliances: Save £300+ [2026]
By Patrick · Last updated: January 2, 2025
Ring Stick Up Cam Battery
around £90
Battery-powered, works indoors or out, and slots straight into the Ring ecosystem.