Quoted from kermit24:I like to use plugs with a universal type protocol, like Z-wave, which in my experience is more reliable than WiFi smart home stuff. I am sure WiFi may be ok, but just my preference. It also allows you to easily mix and match brands if one company goes up.
I use Z-wave in my house and I prefer it over WiFi. Just a personal preference, but experience has taught me that keeping something on a standard that does not rely on the cloud or internet to work tends to survive the longest and have fewest security flaws.
My whole house is on Z-wave devices (switches, receptacles, dimmers, fan controls, power strips, whole house power monitoring, water leak detection, etc...) running on Home Assistant.
