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Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
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Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug vs Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
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Key differences between Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug and Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
A summary of selected recorded differences between these plugs. Check the full specification table below for details and conditions.
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- Apple Home (integrations): Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug — Yes (Via Matter); Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40 — SONOFF Hub required (SONOFF lists this model among the eWeLink Wi-Fi devices its Matter bridges (Zigbee Bridge Ultra, iHost, NSPanel Pro) publish to Matter, which is how it reaches the Apple Home app.).
- Matter (integrations): Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug — Yes (Matter over Wi-Fi device: the QR code on the plug is scanned by any Matter app, and the manual documents adding it to Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa, SmartThings and Home Assistant); Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40 — SONOFF Hub required (The device is not Matter itself: SONOFF lists it among the eWeLink Wi-Fi models its Matter bridges (Zigbee Bridge Ultra, iHost, NSPanel Pro) republish into Matter.).
- Load Voltage (power): Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug — 100 - 125V; Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40 — 120V.
- Maximum Load Power (power): Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug — 1875W; Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40 — 1800W.
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Apple Home
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart PlugYes
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40SONOFF Hub required
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Matter
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart PlugYes
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40SONOFF Hub required
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Connectivity
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Catalog note
IEEE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- Yes
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- No
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- No
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- For Pairing
Catalog note
The user manual describes Matter commissioning as a Bluetooth pairing; the radio is not used for control
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- For Pairing
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- No
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- No
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- No
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- No
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- No
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- No
Features
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Catalog note
One-time and recurring timers, schedules and smart scenes, plus Matter automations in the ecosystem app
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- Yes
Manufacturer source
Timers can schedule switching.
Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40 manufacturer product page →- Source section
- Product description
- Model
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- Region
- Manufacturer product page; no universal regional compatibility implied
- Firmware
- Not specified by this source
- Checked
The source covers S40 and S40 Lite. These shared controls do not establish energy metering for the Lite version.
Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Catalog note
One button on the body: a single press toggles the load, a long press enters pairing mode
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- Yes
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- No
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- No
Integrations
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Catalog note
Via Matter
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- Yes
Manufacturer source
Alexa voice control is supported.
Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40 manufacturer product page →- Source section
- Product description
- Model
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- Region
- Manufacturer product page; no universal regional compatibility implied
- Firmware
- Not specified by this source
- Checked
The source covers S40 and S40 Lite. These shared controls do not establish energy metering for the Lite version.
Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Catalog note
Via Matter
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- SONOFF Hub required
Catalog note
SONOFF lists this model among the eWeLink Wi-Fi devices its Matter bridges (Zigbee Bridge Ultra, iHost, NSPanel Pro) publish to Matter, which is how it reaches the Apple Home app.
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Catalog note
Via Matter
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- Yes
Manufacturer source
Google Home voice control is supported.
Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40 manufacturer product page →- Source section
- Product description
- Model
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- Region
- Manufacturer product page; no universal regional compatibility implied
- Firmware
- Not specified by this source
- Checked
The source covers S40 and S40 Lite. These shared controls do not establish energy metering for the Lite version.
Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Catalog note
Via Matter
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- Yes
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Manufacturer source
The Type B plug supports Matter.
Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug manufacturer product page →- Source section
- Product description
- Model
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Region
- Manufacturer product page; no universal regional compatibility implied
- Firmware
- Not specified by this source
- Checked
Use the electrical ratings and load restrictions for the Type B variant.
Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.
Catalog note
Matter over Wi-Fi device: the QR code on the plug is scanned by any Matter app, and the manual documents adding it to Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa, SmartThings and Home Assistant
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- SONOFF Hub required
Catalog note
The device is not Matter itself: SONOFF lists it among the eWeLink Wi-Fi models its Matter bridges (Zigbee Bridge Ultra, iHost, NSPanel Pro) republish into Matter.
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Catalog note
Via Matter
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- Yes
Power
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Manufacturer source
Energy consumption can be monitored.
Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug manufacturer product page →- Source section
- Product description
- Model
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Region
- Manufacturer product page; no universal regional compatibility implied
- Firmware
- Not specified by this source
- Checked
Use the electrical ratings and load restrictions for the Type B variant.
Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.
Catalog note
Real-time voltage, current, power, runtime and consumption charts, plus electricity cost tracking with custom rates
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- Yes
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- 100 - 125V
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- 120V
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- 15A
Manufacturer source
The specified maximum current is 15 A.
Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug manufacturer product page →- Source section
- Product description
- Model
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Region
- Manufacturer product page; no universal regional compatibility implied
- Firmware
- Not specified by this source
- Checked
Use the electrical ratings and load restrictions for the Type B variant.
Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- 15A
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- 1875W
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- 1800W
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Catalog note
Overload and overcharge protection with customizable current, voltage and power thresholds that cut the power automatically
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- Yes
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Type B
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- Type B
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- No
- Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40
- No
| Specification | Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug | Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40 |
|---|---|---|
| Connectivity | ||
YesCatalog noteIEEE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz | Yes | |
| No | No | |
For PairingCatalog noteThe user manual describes Matter commissioning as a Bluetooth pairing; the radio is not used for control | For Pairing | |
| No | No | |
| No | No | |
| No | No | |
| Features | ||
YesCatalog noteOne-time and recurring timers, schedules and smart scenes, plus Matter automations in the ecosystem app | YesManufacturer sourceTimers can schedule switching. Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40 manufacturer product page →
The source covers S40 and S40 Lite. These shared controls do not establish energy metering for the Lite version. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant. | |
YesCatalog noteOne button on the body: a single press toggles the load, a long press enters pairing mode | Yes | |
| No | No | |
| Integrations | ||
YesCatalog noteVia Matter | YesManufacturer sourceAlexa voice control is supported. Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40 manufacturer product page →
The source covers S40 and S40 Lite. These shared controls do not establish energy metering for the Lite version. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant. | |
YesCatalog noteVia Matter | SONOFF Hub requiredCatalog noteSONOFF lists this model among the eWeLink Wi-Fi devices its Matter bridges (Zigbee Bridge Ultra, iHost, NSPanel Pro) publish to Matter, which is how it reaches the Apple Home app. | |
YesCatalog noteVia Matter | YesManufacturer sourceGoogle Home voice control is supported. Sonoff WiFi Smart Plug S40 manufacturer product page →
The source covers S40 and S40 Lite. These shared controls do not establish energy metering for the Lite version. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant. | |
YesCatalog noteVia Matter | Yes | |
YesManufacturer sourceThe Type B plug supports Matter. Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug manufacturer product page →
Use the electrical ratings and load restrictions for the Type B variant. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant. Catalog noteMatter over Wi-Fi device: the QR code on the plug is scanned by any Matter app, and the manual documents adding it to Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa, SmartThings and Home Assistant | SONOFF Hub requiredCatalog noteThe device is not Matter itself: SONOFF lists it among the eWeLink Wi-Fi models its Matter bridges (Zigbee Bridge Ultra, iHost, NSPanel Pro) republish into Matter. | |
YesCatalog noteVia Matter | Yes | |
| Power | ||
YesManufacturer sourceEnergy consumption can be monitored. Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug manufacturer product page →
Use the electrical ratings and load restrictions for the Type B variant. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant. Catalog noteReal-time voltage, current, power, runtime and consumption charts, plus electricity cost tracking with custom rates | Yes | |
| 100 - 125V | 120V | |
15AManufacturer sourceThe specified maximum current is 15 A. Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug manufacturer product page →
Use the electrical ratings and load restrictions for the Type B variant. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant. | 15A | |
| 1875W | 1800W | |
YesCatalog noteOverload and overcharge protection with customizable current, voltage and power thresholds that cut the power automatically | Yes | |
| Type B | Type B | |
| No | No | |
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