Short answer
TP-Link Tapo P115 Mini Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring is works with Home Assistant. For most users, the practical path is to add the official home assistant integration when available.
Compatibility summary
| Device | TP-Link Tapo P115 Mini Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring |
|---|---|
| Platform | Home Assistant |
| Status | Works |
| Required hubs | No extra hub identified |
| Protocols | Wi-Fi |
| Confidence | high |
How to connect
- Add the official Home Assistant integration when available.
- Prefer local integrations over cloud integrations.
- Use bridge exposure only when native support is missing.
What may not work
- No Matter support — uses Tapo proprietary protocol
- Apple Home not supported
- Wi-Fi only — requires stable 2.4 GHz network
Troubleshooting checklist
- Confirm the exact product SKU and firmware version.
- Keep the target controller and phone on the same network during pairing.
- If Matter pairing fails, factory reset the device and retry with a fresh setup code.
- Check whether the hub is only acting as a bridge or also as a Thread border router.
FAQ
Does TP-Link Tapo P115 Mini Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring work with Home Assistant?
Works. The best path is: Add the official Home Assistant integration when available. Prefer local integrations over cloud integrations. Use bridge exposure only when native support is missing.
Does TP-Link Tapo P115 Mini Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring need a hub?
No extra hub was identified for this connection path, but controller requirements can still depend on your home setup.
What features may be missing in Home Assistant?
No Matter support — uses Tapo proprietary protocol Apple Home not supported Wi-Fi only — requires stable 2.4 GHz network