Smart Plugs / Eve Energy (Matter, US) vs Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack)
Eve Energy (Matter, US) vs Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack)
Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack)
Matter plus real metering in a four-pack — at a price the Kasa undercuts badly.
Wins overall by 0.1 points
Quick Verdict
The Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) wins by 0.1 points, which is not enough to settle it. The most private, most local plug here — and by far the most expensive per outlet. Pick on the specs that matter to you, not the overall score.
The Eve Energy (Matter, US) and Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) are both current-generation smart Plug models, and the Eve Energy (Matter, US) is $13 cheaper than the Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) ($39.95 vs $52.99). On Size & Fit, the Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) leads (8.5 vs 6.0/10) — whether it blocks the second outlet on a duplex receptacle, and how it mounts. On Local Control, the Eve Energy (Matter, US) leads (9.5 vs 7.5/10) — whether switching and schedules survive an internet outage, or depend on a vendor cloud. On Value, the Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) leads (6.5 vs 5.0/10) — what a switched, metered outlet actually costs once the pack size and any required hub are counted. Overall, the Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) scores 7.4/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 7.3/10 for the Eve Energy (Matter, US), though the gap is close enough that your specific use case should decide it. Below, we break down the full spec sheet, category-by-category scores, and exactly who should buy which one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | Eve Energy (Matter, US) | Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $39.95 | $52.99 |
| Release Year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Max Load | 15A / 1,800W at 120V, 60Hz (NEMA 5-15) | 15A / 1,800W at 120V |
| Motor / Inductive Rating | Not published by Eve | Not published by Meross |
| Energy Monitoring | Yes, measured and processed locally — no Eve account, no Eve cloud, no registration | Yes, measured — real-time watts plus history, in the Meross app |
| Radio & Protocol | Matter over Thread. There is no Wi-Fi radio in this device | Matter over Wi-Fi (2.4GHz); Meross states an IPv6-capable network is required |
| Hub Required | Yes — a controller that is both a Matter controller and a Thread border router (HomePod mini, Apple TV 4K, Echo 4th gen, Nest Hub 2nd gen, SmartThings hub). None is included | Yes for Matter — Meross's own store page states 'A Matter-Compatible hub is required' |
| Works Without Internet | Yes — the most local device here; nothing leaves the house | Matter on/off is local after commissioning; Meross app features run through Meross's cloud |
| Switched Outlets | 1 | 1 |
| Pack Size | 1 | 4 |
| Price per Switched Outlet ($) | 39.95 | 13.25✓ |
| Dimensions | 70 x 39 x 60 mm (2.8 x 1.5 x 2.4 in) | 2.7 x 1.5 x 1.5 in excluding pins |
| Blocks Second Outlet | Chunky — at 60 mm deep and 70 mm tall it is the largest indoor plug here and Eve makes no claim that it leaves the second socket free | No — independently confirmed to leave the neighbouring outlet clear |
| Weather Rating | Indoor only | Indoor only |
| Warranty | 12 months | 12 months |
| Colors | White | White |
Category Scores
Load Headroom
The Eve Energy (Matter, US) and Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) are level here, at 5.0/10 each. how much of the nameplate 15A you can actually use continuously, and what the plug is rated to do with motors, compressors and heaters — the spec buyers most often get caught by is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Energy Monitoring
The Eve Energy (Matter, US) leads clearly here, 8.5 against 8.0 — a 0.5-point margin on whether power is genuinely measured, what quantities are reported, and where you can see them. If that is what you are buying for, the Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Ecosystem Support
The Eve Energy (Matter, US) and Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) are level here, at 8.5/10 each. matter, HomeKit, Alexa, Google, SmartThings and Home Assistant coverage is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Local Control
The Eve Energy (Matter, US) leads clearly here, 9.5 against 7.5 — a 2.0-point margin on whether switching and schedules survive an internet outage, or depend on a vendor cloud. If that is what you are buying for, the Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Size & Fit
The Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) leads clearly here, 8.5 against 6.0 — a 2.5-point margin on whether it blocks the second outlet on a duplex receptacle, and how it mounts. If that is what you are buying for, the Eve Energy (Matter, US) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Build & Safety
The Eve Energy (Matter, US) leads clearly here, 8.0 against 7.5 — a 0.5-point margin on certification, flame-retardant housing, overload protection, recall history and warranty. If that is what you are buying for, the Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) does not close the gap elsewhere.
App & Automation
The Eve Energy (Matter, US) leads clearly here, 8.0 against 7.5 — a 0.5-point margin on scheduling, away modes, sunrise/sunset triggers and how good the controlling app is. If that is what you are buying for, the Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Value
The Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) leads clearly here, 6.5 against 5.0 — a 1.5-point margin on what a switched, metered outlet actually costs once the pack size and any required hub are counted. If that is what you are buying for, the Eve Energy (Matter, US) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the Eve Energy (Matter, US) if…
- • Local Control matters most to you — the Eve Energy (Matter, US) scores 9.5/10 here (whether switching and schedules survive an internet outage, or depend on a vendor cloud).
- • Energy Monitoring matters most to you — the Eve Energy (Matter, US) scores 8.5/10 here (whether power is genuinely measured, what quantities are reported, and where you can see them).
- • Build & Safety matters most to you — the Eve Energy (Matter, US) scores 8.0/10 here (certification, flame-retardant housing, overload protection, recall history and warranty).
- • You want to spend less — it's $13 cheaper.
Choose the Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) if…
- • Size & Fit matters most to you — the Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) scores 8.5/10 here (whether it blocks the second outlet on a duplex receptacle, and how it mounts).
- • Value matters most to you — the Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) scores 6.5/10 here (what a switched, metered outlet actually costs once the pack size and any required hub are counted).
Pros & Cons
Eve Energy (Matter, US)
Pros
- +The only genuinely cloud-free plug here — no account, no registration, no telemetry, and the energy history lives on the device
- +Thread is far more responsive than Wi-Fi plugs and does not add another device to your router's DHCP table
- +Acts as a Thread router, so each one you add strengthens the mesh for locks and sensors
- +TÜV and UL certified
Cons
- −$39.95 for one plug — five times the per-plug cost of a SwitchBot 4-pack
- −Useless without a Thread border router; a phone alone cannot commission or control it
- −Physically the biggest indoor plug in this comparison at 70 x 39 x 60 mm
- −No motor or HP rating published, so inductive loads are unspecified
- −1-year warranty at a flagship price
Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack)
Pros
- +One of the few Matter plugs that meters power and is sold in a four-pack
- +Physically the least intrusive of the metered Matter plugs — it genuinely does not block the second socket
- +Matter multi-admin, so it can sit in Apple Home and Alexa at the same time
- +Popular with Home Assistant users thanks to an active community integration
Cons
- −$13.25 a plug at Meross's own store price — 60% more than a Kasa EP25 for the same job plus Matter
- −Meross explicitly requires a Matter-compatible hub and an IPv6-capable network; a bare phone will not do
- −No published motor or HP rating, so inductive loads are unspecified
- −1-year warranty against TP-Link's two
- −Amazon four-pack pricing moves independently of the Meross store price, so per-unit maths depends on where you buy
Shop by Need
FAQs
Is the Eve Energy (Matter, US) or Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) comes out ahead overall. See the full breakdown in the scores section above — the right pick still depends on which categories matter most for your use case.
Which is better for Size & Fit, the Eve Energy (Matter, US) or the Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack)?+
The Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) scores higher on Size & Fit (8.5/10 vs 6.0/10) — whether it blocks the second outlet on a duplex receptacle, and how it mounts.
Which is better for Local Control, the Eve Energy (Matter, US) or the Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack)?+
The Eve Energy (Matter, US) scores higher on Local Control (9.5/10 vs 7.5/10) — whether switching and schedules survive an internet outage, or depend on a vendor cloud.
Which is better for Value, the Eve Energy (Matter, US) or the Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack)?+
The Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) scores higher on Value (6.5/10 vs 5.0/10) — what a switched, metered outlet actually costs once the pack size and any required hub are counted.
Which is better for Energy Monitoring, the Eve Energy (Matter, US) or the Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack)?+
The Eve Energy (Matter, US) scores higher on Energy Monitoring (8.5/10 vs 8.0/10) — whether power is genuinely measured, what quantities are reported, and where you can see them.
Is the Eve Energy (Matter, US) worth the price difference over the Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack)?+
The Eve Energy (Matter, US) is the cheaper option at $39.95 versus $52.99. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Size & Fit.
What's the warranty on the Eve Energy (Matter, US) vs the Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack)?+
The Eve Energy (Matter, US) ships with a 12-month warranty; the Meross Matter Smart Plug with Energy Monitor MSS315 (4-Pack) ships with a 12-month warranty. Always confirm current terms on the manufacturer's site before buying.
Should I wait for the next model instead of buying either of these?+
If either model is more than two years old, a successor may be close — check the "Latest Model" link on each product page. Otherwise, both are current, well-supported options and there's no strong reason to wait.
Cheaper Option
Kasa Matter Smart Plug KP125M (KP125MP4 4-Pack) — $37.93
Specifications and prices for both products last verified . Scores are calculated from published specifications — see how we compare products.