TP-LINK Smart Button

At a glance

The TP-LINK Smart Button is a compact, wireless control device that lets you trigger smart home actions with a single tap, double tap, or rotation. Ideal for families and smart home beginners, it offers flexible placement and long battery life. Its main strength is simple, customisable control of Tapo devices, but it requires a Tapo Hub for full functionality.

What it’s great for

• Quick Smart Home Control
• Emergency Alerts
• Lighting Automation
• Multi-Device Actions

Where it works best

• Living Room
• Bedroom
• Hallway
• Near Entryways
• Beside Bed

Who it’s for

• Homeowners
• Renters
• Families
• Elderly Users
• Smart Home Starters

Things to consider

Requires a separate Tapo Hub for operation and does not support non-Tapo ecosystems.

Smart home ecosystem compatibility

6/10 — Works exclusively with Tapo smart devices; not compatible with other ecosystems.

Diy installation friendliness

9/10 — Tool-free, adhesive or placement setup makes it highly user-friendly.

Energy saving potential

7/10 — Enables easy activation of energy-saving scenes, but savings depend on connected devices.

Automation flexibility

7/10 — Supports multiple action types and device groupings, but limited to Tapo platform.

Key benefits

• Customisable Actions: Supports single tap, double tap, and rotation for flexible smart home control.
• Portable Design: Compact and wireless, allowing placement anywhere in your home.
• Long Battery Life: Operates for over one year on a single battery, reducing maintenance.
• One-Click Emergency Alarm: Instantly alerts family members in case of emergency.
• Multi-Location Control: Enables smart device control from multiple rooms or spots.
• Easy Setup: Simple installation process suitable for DIY users.
• Smart Lighting Control: Quickly turns lights on/off or activates scenes with a tap.
• Away Mode Activation: One button press can trigger all connected devices to turn off when leaving home.