Energy regulator Ofgem has raised the price cap by 13% from July 1, adding £18 a month to the average dual-fuel household bill. In response, shoppers are turning to smart plugs like the Wiz Wi-Fi Smart Plug, which allows app-based energy monitoring and remote control to cut standby power waste.
Wiz Wi-Fi Smart Plug Deal: Under £3
The Wiz Wi-Fi Smart Plug is priced at £17.99 at Argos, but a TopCashback sign-up bonus reduces the cost to as little as £2.54. New customers registering for a free TopCashback account receive a £15 bonus. By purchasing the plug through TopCashback, the effective price drops to £2.54 for new Argos customers, or £2.84 for existing Argos customers new to TopCashback. Prices are based on free click and collect; standard delivery costs £4.95.
How the Smart Plug Works
The plug connects to any standard appliance or lamp and can be controlled via the Wiz Connected app on iOS and Android, or by voice through Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri. Users can monitor energy usage, schedule on/off times, and switch devices off remotely to prevent vampire power draw.
Customer Reviews
On Argos, the Wiz Smart Plug has a 4.5-star rating from 64 reviews. One customer said: "Fantastic smart plug. Incredibly easy to set up. Can be used within the Wiz app or works seamlessly with Google Assistant and Google Home. I can even turn this off and on when I'm not at home!" Another wrote: "I bought four of these, they are so versatile, now as I get older and my mobility is not so good, it's great to operate lights etc from Alexa and my smartphone from my chair." A third buyer noted: "Already had a couple of these plugs - was happy so bought another."
Alternative Smart Plugs
Shoppers can also buy a pack of four Tapo Mini Smart Wi-Fi Plugs, reduced from £39.99 to £29.99, or a pack of two EIGHTREE Smart Wi-Fi Plugs for £15.99 at Amazon, which allow sharing access with family.
How to Get the Deal
- Sign up as a new member at TopCashback for free.
- Search for Argos on the site, click through, and buy the Wiz Wi-Fi Smart Plug at normal price.
- Get £15 cashback when spending £15 or more on an item.
- The cashback will be credited to the TopCashback 'Earnings page' within seven days of purchase.
