Philips SPP9068BF/37 6-Outlet Wi-Fi Surge Protector

The Philips SPP9068BF addresses a real gap in most households' smart home setups: the power strip. Most smart home systems give you control over individual plugs or wall outlets, but this surge protector brings six-outlet capacity with three independently Wi-Fi switchable outlets, 1,080 Joules of surge protection, and an 8-foot braided cord into one unit. The split outlet design — three always-on, three smart — reflects how people actually use power strips, where some devices (modems, routers, alarm systems) should never be remotely cut, while others (lamps, fans, entertainment systems) are exactly the kind of thing you want to control from a couch or another room. Voice control via Alexa and Google Assistant works without a hub, making this a straightforward addition to any existing smart home ecosystem.

The SmartSelect app handles scheduling, geofencing, weather-based automations, and multi-location management — a feature set that goes meaningfully beyond simple remote switching. For renters or users who can't install smart switches, a smart surge protector like this provides room-level automation without any permanent modifications. The 2.4GHz-only Wi-Fi requirement is the most common setup stumbling block, particularly on routers that blend both bands under one network name — users will want to confirm their router allows 2.4GHz connections during initial pairing. Build quality is solid for the category: the braided cord resists fraying better than standard PVC-jacketed cords, and the Philips brand brings a level of product support infrastructure that generic smart strip alternatives often lack.