We all love the convenience of smart home devices to make our lives easier, less time-consuming and hassle-free. After all, you just connect it up via your Wi-Fi and control it on your phone or device at just a touch of a button. And the best smart plugs are not just welcome upgrades, but can help you save energy by making sure your lights are off when you're not home. But, while we may assume that we can connect any appliance to a smart plug, you’ll be mistaken.
According to experts, there are some common appliances or devices that we should never connect to a smart plug — but probably do. If used incorrectly, this could lead to a potential fire risk, because not all devices are compatible with smart plugs or outlets. We asked the experts to explain which appliances should never be used with a smart plug and why.
