What You'll Need

Step-by-Step Setup

Download the SwitchBot app and create an account or sign in.
Plug in the SwitchBot Plug Mini. The LED indicator will show that it is powered on and ready.
Add the device in the app:
- Tap the "+" icon and select "Plug Mini" from the device list
- Enable Bluetooth on your phone for initial discovery
- The app finds the plug via Bluetooth and walks you through the remaining steps
Connect to Wi-Fi by selecting your 2.4GHz network and entering the password.
View energy data in the device details screen. Wattage and consumption data start appearing within a few minutes.

The Plug Mini works fine as a standalone Wi-Fi device with Alexa and Google. But adding a SwitchBot hub unlocks additional platforms:

SwitchBot Hub Mini: Adds Apple HomeKit support. The plug shows up in the Apple Home app and works with Siri voice control and HomeKit automations.
SwitchBot Hub 2: Adds Matter support, which means you can use the plug with Apple Home, Google Home, SmartThings, and any other Matter controller all at the same time.
SwitchBot scenes: If you have other SwitchBot products (curtain motors, sensors, light strips), you can build automations that coordinate all of them through the SwitchBot app.

Appliance cost tracking: Monitor your home office setup, gaming rig, or older refrigerator to see the actual electricity cost over a month.
SwitchBot automation: Combine with a SwitchBot motion sensor to turn on a fan or heater when someone enters a room, and off when the room is empty.
Standby power elimination: Track which devices draw phantom power when "off" and schedule the plug to cut power overnight.

Energy data is delayed: Readings update every few seconds to a few minutes depending on the load. If no data appears after 5 minutes, make sure a device is actually plugged into the Plug Mini and drawing power.
Inaccurate readings: Plug the Plug Mini directly into a wall outlet. Power strips and extension cords can affect accuracy. Very low-draw devices (under a few watts) may show slightly less accurate readings.
HomeKit or Matter not available: These features require a SwitchBot Hub (Hub Mini for HomeKit, Hub 2 for Matter). The plug alone only supports Alexa, Google, and the SwitchBot app.
Factory reset: Press and hold the button for 10 or more seconds until the LED flashes in a reset pattern. This clears all settings and you will need to set up from scratch.
Bluetooth not finding the plug: Stay within a few feet of the plug during setup. Close other Bluetooth-heavy apps and try again. Make sure the SwitchBot app has Bluetooth permissions.

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