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Smart home tech, weighed fairly.
Z-Wave receptacles that replace a standard outlet, ranked.
Z-Wave in-wall outlets are a small category. We scored the ones on Amazon on rating, review volume, and features.
Prices, ratings, and review counts captured from Amazon on 2026-10-04.
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| # | Outlet | Price | Rating | Reviews | Works with | Controlled | Extras | Z-Wave | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Enbrighten Z-Wave duplex outlet | $30.45 | 4.4 | 100 | Not stated in bullets | Tamper resistant, repeater up to 150 ft. | Not stated in bullets | 89 | |
| 2 | Leviton Decora Smart ZW15R | $49.99 | 3.6 | 117 | Not stated in bullets | Tamper resistant, color change kits | Z-Wave Plus | 66 | |
| 3 | Enbrighten Z-Wave duplex outlet (newer listing) | $44.99 | 3.6 | 33 | 1 (other always on) | Tamper resistant | Not stated in bullets | 60 | |
| 4 | J Cross Z-Wave Plus duplex receptacle | $21.99 | 3.9 | 14 | 1 (other always on) | 3-way capable with an accessory switch | Z-Wave Plus | 49 |
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Scored out of 100: 45% customer rating, 30% review volume, 25% features.
The best-rated Z-Wave outlet, and it strengthens your mesh.
Leviton's Decora-style Z-Wave outlet with optional color kits.
One switched socket and one always-on, with Alexa and Google through a hub.
A cheap Z-Wave receptacle that controls one socket.
An in-wall outlet replaces your receptacle, so nothing sticks out and both sockets stay usable. It needs wiring work. A plug-in smart plug needs no tools.
Yes, nearly all smart outlets need line, neutral, and ground. Most outlet boxes have them.
Most battery sensors on these lists are rated for one to three years, depending on how often they report. Low-power radios like Zigbee, Z-Wave, and Thread last much longer than Wi-Fi.
