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frient Smart Plug Mini 2

frient

mid HA: goodReliable local integration with minor caveats (a hub, manual config, or polling). Core function works locally. local: excellentFully controllable on your LAN with no internet dependency. zigbee

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frient Smart Plug Mini — Compact EU Zigbee plug that doubles as a mesh router

Quick verdict

A compact, no-nonsense Zigbee smart plug for EU/UK sockets. Reliable on/off control plus built-in energy measurement and Zigbee mesh routing, in a small package that will not block neighboring outlets. No cloud, no app requirement, just pair it with your coordinator and go. A good mesh citizen for Home Assistant setups.

Standout: Compact EU/UK Zigbee plug with energy measurement that doubles as a mesh router without blocking neighboring outlets.

Last checked: 2026-05-31

Compatibility snapshot

Home Assistant goodReliable local integration with minor caveats (a hub, manual config, or polling). Core function works locally.
Apple Home noneNo official support on this platform.
Google Home noneNo official support on this platform.
Alexa noneNo official support on this platform.
Works offline yes
Setup easy
Extra hub needed yes
Power mains

Why it stands out

  • compact design that does not block adjacent outlets on EU power strips
  • acts as a Zigbee router, strengthening your mesh network
  • built-in energy/power consumption measurement (approx +/-2% accuracy)
  • completely local control with no cloud dependency

Reasons to hesitate

  • European/UK socket types only (type E/F and type G), not usable in the US
  • requires a Zigbee coordinator to function

Best for

  • EU-based Home Assistant users who need a compact, reliable Zigbee plug
  • users looking to extend their Zigbee mesh with always-powered devices
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Avoid if

  • you are outside Europe/UK and need a US socket type
  • you want Matter or Thread rather than Zigbee

Privacy and local-control notes

Fully local Zigbee plug. No cloud service involved, no account needed, no data sent externally.

Home Assistant support: supported · integration path: ZHA / Zigbee2MQTT.

Buying reality check

Price notes: Mid-range pricing for a Zigbee plug. The compact form factor and mesh routing capability add value over the cheapest options.

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