STITCH by Monoprice Wireless Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring & Reporting; Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, No Hub Required
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Is there an app for this product or is the programming thru the Alexa app? I have found it difficult, if not impossible, to program on and off times with the Alexa app.
A shopper
on Feb 20, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Please use "STITCH by Monoprice" app to add the device to your app and to program the schedule for the plug.
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- Sarah L Staff on Feb 25, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Please use "STITCH by Monoprice" app to add the device to your app and to program the schedule for the plug.
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- Sarah L Staff on Feb 25, 2019
I use the app available on IPhone called Stitch by Monoprice. I primarily bought it to monitor Power consumption of an outlet and it works well for that. I haven't used it to turn on and off so much yet as I have expensive equipment attached to it that needs to stay on most of the time.
Though the same app does provide you with many simple options to automate based on time , temperature etc. . Worth exploring as this app looks much more capable than other competing products that I use in my house and I have at least 3 kinds in use
Though the same app does provide you with many simple options to automate based on time , temperature etc. . Worth exploring as this app looks much more capable than other competing products that I use in my house and I have at least 3 kinds in use
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- Ajay W on Feb 25, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 18, 2018
I use the app from the Apple App Store , "StitchbyMonoprice" . And schedule the On , Off times . I have not yet connected my Amazon Echo for that control . But it's its supposed to be doable . I Just moved and all boxes not yet opened . I would be dissapointed if the Amazon Echo, Alexa, Amazon, which ever name you use , did not work . Best answer I have till I get my Echo connected to the network .
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- Jack V on Feb 26, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 17, 2019
Yes, the app is called STITCHbyMonoprice. It’s very easy to use. I haven’t used Alexa to control it yet. I use it to control my outdoor string lights.
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- Jarom S on Feb 25, 2019
- Purchased on Oct 13, 2018
It has its own app and then you’ll set up the connection to Alexa through the stitch app.
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- Jeremy M L on Mar 9, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 9, 2019
For Android, the app is called STITCH by Monoprice. Not sure about other platforms.
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- G A on Feb 25, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 26, 2018
Yes, the monoprice stitch app. It's young but should only get better with time.
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- Ryan W on Feb 25, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 10, 2019
Yes there is an iPhone App called "Simple Home", its suggested on the manual.
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- Romuel M on Feb 25, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 17, 2018
there is a "stitch app" which works well, iOS, & Android
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- M J on Feb 26, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 21, 2019
there is an app - STITCH by monoprice. it works
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- Benjain T on Feb 26, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 18, 2018
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I am thinking about plugging a deep freeze into one. Does it have a notification if it is supposed to be on and loses power or loses connection in general? After losing a deep freeze full of food when a fuse blew while I was out of town (and if I'd known about it my neighbor could have reset it for me) am looking for something to remedy that situation.
Robert B
on Sep 4, 2018
BEST ANSWER: NOT a good idea at all! In fact I almost lost a freezer full of stuff because this device does not turn back on of there is a brief outage or brownout.
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- Bikram D on Sep 4, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 19, 2018
BEST ANSWER: NOT a good idea at all! In fact I almost lost a freezer full of stuff because this device does not turn back on of there is a brief outage or brownout.
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- Bikram D on Sep 4, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 19, 2018
Thanks for the answers. Just to be clear, I know it's not the primary function of these to serve as a monitor. But for instance one friend has a camera doorbells system and if the power goes out he gets a message loses contact. And a friend that has a bunch of TP-Link switches and bulbs said they drove him nuts until he figured out how to get them to stop notifying him that the network lost contact with devices when he had power issues this summer with storms and all. That is all I really need...notification that the network lost a device. Then if I am home or not I can have someone go check and reset the fuse if necessary. I have a couple of stitch lightbulbs and like them but it sounds like something else is needed for my other wants. And if I use a TP link outlet then I'll get their bulbs and ditch these for simplicity. (Also - Bikram - I know that the TP Link ones come back on and reconnect when the power comes back.)
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- Robert B on Sep 4, 2018
Short answer no.
Describing the Use case:
When the stitch smart plug looses power
A notification will be sent by email or text to user
so that remediation can take place to provide power to device plugged into unit.
There are a few issues that would need to be addressed. If the stitch lost power how would the stitch device send a notification? - What would need to happen is a monitoring service ping the stitch if that connection was lost then a notification is sent.
Second. Typically a whole house would loose power not one circuit (except a fuse/breaker popping) then the connection / internet would be down thus communication to the user (phone) is severed and no notifications can be sent. - Solution have the users mobile device ping the home unit, if no connection to the stitch after XXX time then provide notification by email or text.
Describing the Use case:
When the stitch smart plug looses power
A notification will be sent by email or text to user
so that remediation can take place to provide power to device plugged into unit.
There are a few issues that would need to be addressed. If the stitch lost power how would the stitch device send a notification? - What would need to happen is a monitoring service ping the stitch if that connection was lost then a notification is sent.
Second. Typically a whole house would loose power not one circuit (except a fuse/breaker popping) then the connection / internet would be down thus communication to the user (phone) is severed and no notifications can be sent. - Solution have the users mobile device ping the home unit, if no connection to the stitch after XXX time then provide notification by email or text.
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- Chad K on Sep 4, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 19, 2018
Looking at the app, I don't see anything that would send you notifications if it turns off. There "scenes" you can set up for things (think simple rules"), but they're more about making things happen when there is power (i.e. you come home and turn something on)
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- Christopher G on Sep 4, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 15, 2018
I saw nothing in the setup that mentioned automatic notifications. Given the low price on this switch I don't think it would have this feature. And if the switch and thus your freezer lost power, the switch would not have power to transmit that fact/event.
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- Hugh M on Sep 4, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 16, 2018
Not really, you can check on it and see if it's still drawing power, you can try to turn it off and back on again (if it's not connected it'll fail to switch), but it doesnt' seem to have a heartbeat function like youi are loooking for.
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- William S on Sep 4, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 19, 2018
I lied, when testing it I hadn't waited long enough. If you unplug the device and watch it on your iPhone, it switches to "Offline" in a few minutes.
Note that as reported elsewhere, when it's powered back up it comes up in the OFF state, so you;ll want to watch it pretty much continuously, which probably isn't useful...
I tried enabling notifications and it didn't notify me for online/offline changes or for power-on/power-off status changes.
(IMHO you'd be much better off with a Raspberry Pi and a DS18B20 temperature sensor, then you can not only track the temperature, but you can get an email when it exceeds some setpoint. The power could be on but the freezer could fail, and power monitoring wouldn't tell you much...)
Note that as reported elsewhere, when it's powered back up it comes up in the OFF state, so you;ll want to watch it pretty much continuously, which probably isn't useful...
I tried enabling notifications and it didn't notify me for online/offline changes or for power-on/power-off status changes.
(IMHO you'd be much better off with a Raspberry Pi and a DS18B20 temperature sensor, then you can not only track the temperature, but you can get an email when it exceeds some setpoint. The power could be on but the freezer could fail, and power monitoring wouldn't tell you much...)
No, this plug/app doesn't have alert capabilities. It's largely focused on control (remotely, or by schedule, or timer) with some limited power usage statistics. At this price level, without the need for a hub, that's a fair amount.
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- Loren B on Sep 4, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 16, 2018
This unit will not notify you when the unit is on or off or loses power. I'm using it to control Christmas lights. I would look for something different to monitor your freezer.
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- Kevin H on Sep 4, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 16, 2018
Short answer is no. You can log on to see if your device is on or off but it won’t notify you
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- Jason on Sep 4, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 18, 2018
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Do I need to keep the plug on an internet connected network? Can I use with on a separate network with a controlling device on that network?
A shopper
on Mar 28, 2019
BEST ANSWER: As long as you got the plug inserted in electrical outlet and you have an app like Alexa or whatever app recommended in the instruction connected this plug with your internet network (assuming internet network working correctly - always on, so the app works properly), you should be fine.. Whatever network you use with a controlling device, the network must connect with the app in order for the Stitch plug to work.
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- Ryan N on Mar 28, 2019
- Purchased on May 16, 2018
BEST ANSWER: As long as you got the plug inserted in electrical outlet and you have an app like Alexa or whatever app recommended in the instruction connected this plug with your internet network (assuming internet network working correctly - always on, so the app works properly), you should be fine.. Whatever network you use with a controlling device, the network must connect with the app in order for the Stitch plug to work.
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- Ryan N on Mar 28, 2019
- Purchased on May 16, 2018
It is cloud-based, so it needs to be connected to the Internet in order to control it normally. That said, it’s talking MQQT(?) so you could probably intercept that communications and run your own local MQQT server, but that’s a lot of work.
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- William S on Mar 28, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 19, 2018
The plug connects directly to the cloud. It doesn't utilize a hub for communication.
It will not function without the direct internet connection.
It will not function without the direct internet connection.
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- Josh S on Mar 28, 2019
- Purchased on Aug 15, 2018
Yes as long as you don’t want to switch from the web while away. I use special networks to control a lot of stuff separate from on line. John R
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- John R on Mar 28, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 19, 2018
If you want to have remote access to it, you'll need to have it on the Internet. Otherwise, you just need it on Wifi.
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- Lee C on Mar 28, 2019
- Purchased on Aug 16, 2018
I don't believe the device requires internet connection, but does require wifi in order to control it.
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- El Duderino on Mar 28, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 19, 2018
Yes, I can control my plug from anywhere in the world when connected to the internet, from my IPhone.
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- Mario Z on Mar 28, 2019
- Purchased on Aug 16, 2018
You can reset the device and pick whichever network you want to connect to.
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- Kevin H on Mar 28, 2019
- Purchased on Aug 16, 2018
Doesn’t utilize Internet, so separate network WiFi is sufficient.
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- Loren B on Mar 28, 2019
- Purchased on Aug 16, 2018
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How is the STITCH Smart Plug idenified to Google? it is advertised as being compatible with Google but I can’t find anything close in the list of supported devices on Google. Please provide the name that should be used to get Google Home to recognize it. Monoprice support need to provide tha answer.
Todd S
on Jul 16, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Google does not recognize the device outright. You'll have to download the Simple Home app from the QR code link in the user's manual (use the PDF manual on the Monprice website, it is much more clear than the one that came with my device). Once you have the app downloaded and the devices set up in that app you can add devices to Google using the directions in the PDF manual. FYI, if you add new devices after completing the step to link Google and Simple Home you'll have to remove the simple home link and re-add all the devices again to get Google to see the new ones.
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- RHDAvalon on Jul 18, 2018
- Purchased on May 17, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Google does not recognize the device outright. You'll have to download the Simple Home app from the QR code link in the user's manual (use the PDF manual on the Monprice website, it is much more clear than the one that came with my device). Once you have the app downloaded and the devices set up in that app you can add devices to Google using the directions in the PDF manual. FYI, if you add new devices after completing the step to link Google and Simple Home you'll have to remove the simple home link and re-add all the devices again to get Google to see the new ones.
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- RHDAvalon on Jul 18, 2018
- Purchased on May 17, 2018
As with almost all smart home devices you must first associate the device with your account on whatever app the creator uses, in this case Simple Home on the app store.
After setting up your account, you can associate the product with google home by attaching your account to it. Google lists the service for this particular device as Smart Life
This information can also be found in the users guide.
>app installation and device registration can be found starting on page 3
>connecting the device to google home can be found starting on page 13
After setting up your account, you can associate the product with google home by attaching your account to it. Google lists the service for this particular device as Smart Life
This information can also be found in the users guide.
>app installation and device registration can be found starting on page 3
>connecting the device to google home can be found starting on page 13
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- Frederick J on Jul 18, 2018
- Purchased on May 17, 2018
If you download the user guide on this page, you can find this information on panel 15. The way it worked for me was to link it to the Simple Home app in the Play Store (the icon is an orange box with a white house outline). I used this to connect to the plug the first time. After that, you go into Google Home -> Home Control. Click the plus sign to add something, then find "Smart Life" in the list.
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- Mark M on Jul 18, 2018
- Purchased on May 14, 2018
Yes it is. There are instructions in the manual at the bottom of the product page that explain the Google support. I have it. It works perfectly with Google home. The name is what you name it.
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- Roby A on Jul 18, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 13, 2018
This plug uses a different app than the other monoprice stitch products. The others use Stitch name and app in App Store
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- Paul P on Jan 30, 2019
The Amazon Skill is "Simple Home" so I would bet it is the same for Google. Just not too clear in the instruction.
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- Ken T on Jul 18, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 14, 2018
The switch appears in Google as Smart Life. It is simple to setup and works great. I would recommend it.
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- Keith G on Jul 19, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 13, 2018
I don't know mine is still siyying on the table. I haven't been able to get mine working
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- Andrew L on Jul 18, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 13, 2018
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Can I use this with a GE 12,000 window btu airconditioner connected to a standard stand alone 15 amp circuit for on an off purposes?
adam h
on Apr 25, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Not for very long! These are not designed for inductive (motor) loads or 15 amps of current.
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- Brian L on May 1, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 19, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Not for very long! These are not designed for inductive (motor) loads or 15 amps of current.
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- Brian L on May 1, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 19, 2018
I use it for my portable a/c unit with no issues. It works to turn it on and off
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- Jason on Apr 30, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 18, 2018
As long as the peak draw is less than 1500 watts it should work.
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- Todd S on May 1, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 6, 2018
No reason why not, it’s rated 15 amps, 1800 watts.
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- William S on Apr 30, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 19, 2018
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Do these have firmware upgrade capability and on going firmware development for vulnerability mitigation?
A shopper
on Aug 21, 2018
BEST ANSWER: They do have the ability to upgrade the firmware in the app, and I believe that mine updated the first time I connected to it. (The current version is 1.0.5) I cannot speak to ongoing development, though. I hope they do, and I'm watching. If they don't update, I won't be purchasing any more.
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- Mark M on Aug 21, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 19, 2018
BEST ANSWER: They do have the ability to upgrade the firmware in the app, and I believe that mine updated the first time I connected to it. (The current version is 1.0.5) I cannot speak to ongoing development, though. I hope they do, and I'm watching. If they don't update, I won't be purchasing any more.
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- Mark M on Aug 21, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 19, 2018
I'm not sure about the firmware upgrade capability. I've been using for the last 3 months, and it's still working well without any upgrade issue. It connected to my Alexa and the app "Smart Life".
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- Ryan N on Aug 21, 2018
- Purchased on May 16, 2018
I have had the unit for a couple of months works good with the IOS app on timer but I have looked for firmware updates and none to be found.
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- Douglas H on Aug 21, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 6, 2018
Yes. Within the Stitch app, there is a Check for firmware update option
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- Todd S on Aug 21, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 19, 2018
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Can this be set to default on? I have a server I'd like to monitor the power usage of but the power goes out from time to time.
A shopper
on Sep 14, 2018
BEST ANSWER: When power lost you hear the click of it going off, and when power restored it does not turn back on, know this is without timers, as not tested following, but might be possible to have it turn back on if timer set for on everyday of week between midnight and 11:59pm, as to turn something on and off by timer you need set seperate on and off timers. Even if that works, power being restored between 11:59pm and midnight, would mean at most a minute extra before server reboots. That said having this on a server can be very useful for remotely hard shutting down a frozen/crashed server to try remote into to check for issues when not working.
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- William B on Sep 14, 2018
- Purchased on Apr 22, 2018
BEST ANSWER: When power lost you hear the click of it going off, and when power restored it does not turn back on, know this is without timers, as not tested following, but might be possible to have it turn back on if timer set for on everyday of week between midnight and 11:59pm, as to turn something on and off by timer you need set seperate on and off timers. Even if that works, power being restored between 11:59pm and midnight, would mean at most a minute extra before server reboots. That said having this on a server can be very useful for remotely hard shutting down a frozen/crashed server to try remote into to check for issues when not working.
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- William B on Sep 14, 2018
- Purchased on Apr 22, 2018
It's possible to create a daily schedule in the app so that the connected device turns on. There are also weather related conditions that can trigger the device (temp, humidity, air quality...) which you can setup.
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- Sal S on Sep 15, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 19, 2018
I unplugged mine and upon plugging it back in it went to the power off mode. It was in the power on mode before unplugging it. So to answer your question, no. To bad. there is no memory of pre-power fail mode.
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- Dawger on Sep 15, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 29, 2018
It is on by default. There does not appear to be a way to disable the feature.
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- Ron M on Sep 16, 2018
- Purchased on Sep 3, 2018
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Will this product be able to connect to a 2.4/5ghz router that only broadcasts one SSID?
A shopper
on May 17, 2018
They can't, which is a gigantic and glaring problem with the product. To get mine setup I walked outside of my house (5ghz has more limited range), this switched my phone to the 2.4ghz range from which I was able to setup the product. Once setup you're good to go forevermore. Hope that helps.
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- Thomas D on Jun 3, 2018
- Purchased on May 17, 2018
MANY "smart home" products behave the same way. Most routers allow you to disable the 5ghz radio, so I do that while setting up my devices. Hope that helps.
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- bryce b on Jul 19, 2018
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Is there a log for the power monitoring? Can it be categorized by date/month or is it just previous X days? How much history can it log?
Tuong T
on Aug 15, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes, there is a log for power monitoring and can be categorized by day/month/year.
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- Sarah L Staff on Aug 15, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes, there is a log for power monitoring and can be categorized by day/month/year.
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- Sarah L Staff on Aug 15, 2018
Yes, the app logs power usage by day and by month. I've had it since May so it logs 4 months at a minimum (I apparently used 0.14 kw/h on May 30th)
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- Michael O on Aug 15, 2018
- Purchased on May 23, 2018
There is not a log, the LED changes color to tell you how many watts the plug is using when it is on.
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- New User U on Aug 15, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 11, 2018
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Anyone able to get the energy reading working in Home Assistant?
James V
on Feb 21, 2019
BEST ANSWER: No I have not, but I want to find out if you can share when you find out. I know it is supposed to do that...john R
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- John R on Feb 25, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 19, 2018
BEST ANSWER: No I have not, but I want to find out if you can share when you find out. I know it is supposed to do that...john R
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- John R on Feb 25, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 19, 2018
I was actually asking about home assistant, the smart hub tool (https://www.home-assistant.io aka hassio)
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- James V on Mar 28, 2019
Yes,I have it working with Google Home Assistant and Alexa . No problems after almost a year of use.
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- Mario Z on Feb 25, 2019
- Purchased on Aug 16, 2018
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What access is required if you have this device behind a firewall? It appears we have some access being blocked. Can you see its IP address through the App?
C O
on May 29, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Yep. Click on the device in the app, click the “edit” option in the upper right hand, then “Device Info.” I notice when I look at mine that the IP address it has is completely different than the rest on my network. I’m not sure if you can turn off static IP, but you could use the MAC address to reserve it on your network.
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- Lee C on May 29, 2019
- Purchased on Aug 16, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yep. Click on the device in the app, click the “edit” option in the upper right hand, then “Device Info.” I notice when I look at mine that the IP address it has is completely different than the rest on my network. I’m not sure if you can turn off static IP, but you could use the MAC address to reserve it on your network.
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- Lee C on May 29, 2019
- Purchased on Aug 16, 2018
I don't have these installed right now, I use them to control candles in my windows at Christmas. But from memory you cannot see the IP address through the app. I can see the IP's through my firewall. I didn't have any issues with my firewall blocking the device..
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- Kevin H on May 29, 2019
- Purchased on Aug 16, 2018
I have 3 of these devices all behind a firewall. I can see the mac and ip using the app. I do not use any acl rules
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- James A on May 29, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 20, 2018
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Are these UL listed?
A shopper
on Mar 13, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes, this product is ETL certified and conforms to UL standards
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- Sarah L Staff on Mar 13, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes, this product is ETL certified and conforms to UL standards
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- Sarah L Staff on Mar 13, 2018
Nope. At least not the product as I received it in February, 2019.
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- New User U on Feb 13, 2019
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Where are the instructions to set the device up with Google Home? I downloaded the manual but there is no information regarding Google Home other than to state that it works with Google Home.
Grant M
on Apr 3, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I found the instructions in the downloadable manual on this page. Check panels 14 and 15. In Google Home, it's listed as "Smart Life"
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- Mark M on Jul 18, 2018
- Purchased on May 14, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I found the instructions in the downloadable manual on this page. Check panels 14 and 15. In Google Home, it's listed as "Smart Life"
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- Mark M on Jul 18, 2018
- Purchased on May 14, 2018
I do not know about Google Home but the skill for Amazon Alexa is "Extreme Connected Home"
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- Ken T on May 22, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 14, 2018
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Can a couple of these be grouped together to allow on/off functions in more than one room? I'd love to be able to control several devices with one power command.
Zach M
on Apr 24, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes, multiple sockets can be grouped together through the app to control all the devices as a group with one command. The device is also compatible with Alexa and Google Home so you can use voice command to control one or a group of devices.
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- Sarah L Staff on Jul 10, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes, multiple sockets can be grouped together through the app to control all the devices as a group with one command. The device is also compatible with Alexa and Google Home so you can use voice command to control one or a group of devices.
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- Sarah L Staff on Jul 10, 2018
yes using iPhone App "Simple Home"
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- Romuel M on Feb 25, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 17, 2018
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How do I connect this plug to my Amazon Alexa?
Michael K
on May 21, 2018
BEST ANSWER: See page 11 of the User Manual for step-by-step instructions for setting up Amazon Echo. Link to User Manual is on the bottom of the page on the "Description" tab. Works very well.
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- Loren B on Sep 4, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 16, 2018
BEST ANSWER: See page 11 of the User Manual for step-by-step instructions for setting up Amazon Echo. Link to User Manual is on the bottom of the page on the "Description" tab. Works very well.
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- Loren B on Sep 4, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 16, 2018
Add the skill "Xtreme Connected Home" and name the device as you would any other device for Alexa to control it.
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- Ken T on May 22, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 14, 2018
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I see the Simple Home app ii the Google Play Store, but what is the iOS equivalent?
Loren B
on Jul 30, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Please update your app to "STITCH by Monoprice" The app can be found on Google Play or Apple App Store.
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- Sarah L Staff on Aug 6, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Please update your app to "STITCH by Monoprice" The app can be found on Google Play or Apple App Store.
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Will you be adding HomeKit support?
A shopper
on Mar 13, 2018
BEST ANSWER: This model will not be supported by HomeKit.
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- Sarah L Staff on Jul 10, 2018
BEST ANSWER: This model will not be supported by HomeKit.
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Will you be adding HomeKit support?
Ethan B
on Mar 13, 2018
BEST ANSWER: This product is not compatible with HomeKit, but we are looking into HomeKit support for our Smart Home products.
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- Sarah L Staff on Mar 13, 2018
BEST ANSWER: This product is not compatible with HomeKit, but we are looking into HomeKit support for our Smart Home products.
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Do these have a documented API so they could be used in a DIY environment without any Internet connectivity or proprietary apps/software?
A shopper
on Mar 13, 2018
BEST ANSWER: No, this product do have not a documented API. Without Internet connectivity the plug would not be able to be control or be monitored remotely unless turned off manually via the button on the plug.
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- Sarah L Staff on Mar 13, 2018
BEST ANSWER: No, this product do have not a documented API. Without Internet connectivity the plug would not be able to be control or be monitored remotely unless turned off manually via the button on the plug.
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- Sarah L Staff on Mar 13, 2018
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What restrictions are there to the built-in scheduling?
A shopper
on Mar 14, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I am not sure but I have 12 schedules in the app and can turn them on or off so only the ones I want to run will run. All 12 will run as well as none at all and it can also be included in different scenes using Alexa.
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- Ken T on May 22, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 14, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I am not sure but I have 12 schedules in the app and can turn them on or off so only the ones I want to run will run. All 12 will run as well as none at all and it can also be included in different scenes using Alexa.
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- Ken T on May 22, 2018
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Would this be ok to use outside on a covered patio?
A shopper
on Mar 15, 2018
BEST ANSWER: There are a lot of factors to consider but it essentially comes down to making sure absolutely no water comes into contact with the device. High humidity could be a problem if you lived close to the ocean for example and extreme hot or cold temperatures could also be a factor. If your covered patio keeps the device dry and humidity and temperature are within operating specifications you should be okay. Most outdoor, electrical circuits are protected by GFI so the worst case scenario is that the device would be damaged but the GFI will protect everything else (people and electrical panel).
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- Grant M on Apr 3, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 13, 2018
BEST ANSWER: There are a lot of factors to consider but it essentially comes down to making sure absolutely no water comes into contact with the device. High humidity could be a problem if you lived close to the ocean for example and extreme hot or cold temperatures could also be a factor. If your covered patio keeps the device dry and humidity and temperature are within operating specifications you should be okay. Most outdoor, electrical circuits are protected by GFI so the worst case scenario is that the device would be damaged but the GFI will protect everything else (people and electrical panel).
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- Grant M on Apr 3, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 13, 2018
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I realize, based on the description, that a “hub” is not required...but, will these devices integrate with the Phillips Hue bridge?
A shopper
on Apr 20, 2018
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Will the smart plug work with the KASA app?
Nick L
on Apr 25, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Nope. Different manufacturer (TP-Link vs. Monoprice/Jinvoo), and I confirmed by actually trying this myself.
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- New User U on Feb 13, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Nope. Different manufacturer (TP-Link vs. Monoprice/Jinvoo), and I confirmed by actually trying this myself.
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Does this plug work with Z-Wave?
HC L
on May 26, 2018
BEST ANSWER: No. Per the FCC specs this is a WiFi controlled outlet via standard WiFi. Proprietary app with 3rd party integration capabilities
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- CHRIS V on Sep 4, 2018
BEST ANSWER: No. Per the FCC specs this is a WiFi controlled outlet via standard WiFi. Proprietary app with 3rd party integration capabilities
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I purchased this and really like it but I haven’t been able to find out how to monitor monthly kwhr usage. Is that because my daily usage is well below 1 kwhr?
George G
on Jan 28, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Hello, can you please provide us your device Virtual ID so we can provide further assistance? To obtain Virtual ID please follow the steps below:
1)Launch STITCH app
2)Tap on device
3)Tap the “pencil edit” icon on top right corner
4)Device information
5)Virtual ID
1)Launch STITCH app
2)Tap on device
3)Tap the “pencil edit” icon on top right corner
4)Device information
5)Virtual ID
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- Sarah L Staff on Jan 29, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Hello, can you please provide us your device Virtual ID so we can provide further assistance? To obtain Virtual ID please follow the steps below:
1)Launch STITCH app
2)Tap on device
3)Tap the “pencil edit” icon on top right corner
4)Device information
5)Virtual ID
1)Launch STITCH app
2)Tap on device
3)Tap the “pencil edit” icon on top right corner
4)Device information
5)Virtual ID
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- Sarah L Staff on Jan 29, 2019
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How do you add this to IFTTT. I searched IFTTT for stitch as a trigger for the motion sensor but I cant seem to find stitch or monoprice in IFTTT. Anyone have any luck setting up the motion sensor as a trigger?
Benjamin K
on Feb 18, 2019
STITCH by Monoprice Wireless Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring & Reporting; Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, No Hub Required
STITCH by Monoprice Wireless Smart Motion Sensor; No hub required
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Can I use this with the SmartLife app?
A shopper
on Apr 11, 2019
BEST ANSWER: This device operates under STITCH by Monoprice app and is backwards compatible with SmartLife app as well since the launch of this product, but we do recommend that you use the updated "STITCH by Monoprice" app for a wide range of compatible STITCH products that can help further build your smart home ecosystem under one single app
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- Sarah L Staff on Apr 15, 2019
BEST ANSWER: This device operates under STITCH by Monoprice app and is backwards compatible with SmartLife app as well since the launch of this product, but we do recommend that you use the updated "STITCH by Monoprice" app for a wide range of compatible STITCH products that can help further build your smart home ecosystem under one single app
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Compatible with Vera?
A shopper
on Mar 13, 2018
SmartThings support?
Jeremy P
on Mar 13, 2018
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Super convenient
Love the convenience of being able to control my pool pump from anywhere. Energy monitoring is a huge plus.
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Easy Peasy
Works perfectly. Very easy to use.
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Attached to floor lamps
Took a bit of activating.....works well with Alexa.I am a little worried about security. that's why four stars.
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Works well!
So far so good. Only thing to dislike is it is in our bedroom and the LED is bright. But that's easily remedied with some electrical tape or paint...
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Solid Smart Plug
Has energy monitoring and Alexa support. Wish I could set up notifications based on energy output (let me know when energy out put drops so I know my washer is off and clothes are done!)
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Consistently good!
I have thee different brand smart plugs. This one it’s been working for more than a year consistently good, no disconnects, fast response and I love the ability to track the power consumption.
Controlling my tv and sound system.
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Works on 2.4GHz WiFi
After I ordered 2 of the Outlet Plugs I read through some of the reviews that they don't work on 5GHz WiFi, but thought I have a dual band router so they should work. When I tried to set one of them up on WiFi with my phone with the Stitch app there was a message on the screen that it wouldn't connect and needs to be on a 2.4GHz network. I got into my WiFi router settings and tried again and noticed it showed up as being connected to the 2.4GHz band, but still didn't work. I called Monoprice tech support and the gentleman suggested it may work if I have a guest network setting on my router. Since guest
networks are set to run at 2.4GHz. We tried a few things first while I looked up setting up a guest network. It was the end of the day for tech support and we agreed to look into it further at another time. After the call I had the guest network set up and then was able to connect to the plug. I initially set it up in the house so it be by the router and then moved it out to my garage workshop where it was intended to be used with a heater I could turn off and on. It worked and it can be turned off and on even from work which is 20 miles away. The heater draws 10 amps and preheats my shop before I intend to do any work. I like the energy usage info so I can tell how much it costs to run my heater. I also set up the second unit which connected first try (2.4GHz) and is running a lamp in my living room. I have the plugs in the upper outlet of a duplex socket and it doesn't block the lower outlet. Other than the initial set up issue once set up on a guest network at 2.4GHz they appear to be working for my needs. I switched my phone back to the 5GHz WiFi and they still work. I would like to thank the gentleman from Monoprice tech support for his time on the phone and to let him know that my set up was resolved based on his suggestion of using a 2.4GHz guest network. Now I need a WiFi thermometer so I can see what the temperature is in my shop so I know how long I need to run my heater....
networks are set to run at 2.4GHz. We tried a few things first while I looked up setting up a guest network. It was the end of the day for tech support and we agreed to look into it further at another time. After the call I had the guest network set up and then was able to connect to the plug. I initially set it up in the house so it be by the router and then moved it out to my garage workshop where it was intended to be used with a heater I could turn off and on. It worked and it can be turned off and on even from work which is 20 miles away. The heater draws 10 amps and preheats my shop before I intend to do any work. I like the energy usage info so I can tell how much it costs to run my heater. I also set up the second unit which connected first try (2.4GHz) and is running a lamp in my living room. I have the plugs in the upper outlet of a duplex socket and it doesn't block the lower outlet. Other than the initial set up issue once set up on a guest network at 2.4GHz they appear to be working for my needs. I switched my phone back to the 5GHz WiFi and they still work. I would like to thank the gentleman from Monoprice tech support for his time on the phone and to let him know that my set up was resolved based on his suggestion of using a 2.4GHz guest network. Now I need a WiFi thermometer so I can see what the temperature is in my shop so I know how long I need to run my heater....
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Energy Tracking is great
This plug is not perfect. The app is missing some basic features, such as the ability to delete energy tracking days that you don't want kept in the data.
The plug is way too large and can block secondary plugs. The plug auto-defaults to off, so it has to be digitally or manually re-enabled each time.
But in the end, the energy tracking makes it worth it. I use it in my HVAC room to trigger a dehumidifier that will wake up and run when power is restored.
The plug is way too large and can block secondary plugs. The plug auto-defaults to off, so it has to be digitally or manually re-enabled each time.
But in the end, the energy tracking makes it worth it. I use it in my HVAC room to trigger a dehumidifier that will wake up and run when power is restored.
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Love the power monitoring feature
I bought it primarily for power monitoring and it works well for that,
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Smart Outlet Works
I use it to control the heating element in an Engine , I have the schedule set up for every morning . The outlet works my schedule very nice . On/Off according to the schedule , works good . The electrical usage status is a nice feature for seeing what the current draw is , and that it is actually working .
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