They are easier than putting in single switches to hook up a lamp to Alexa and easier to replace in future. Downloaded the app it was no fuss it worked with Alexa as soon as downloaded. If you have an older parent that you are trying to help this is an easy way for them to be able to work with an Alexa dot and not have to wire anything for them. (Alexa turn on the hall lamp, Alexa turn on the bedroom lamp, alexa turn on the Livingroom lamp. Much easier for my arthritic mother)
Product works great, shipping was fast, and not too difficult to install.
I have a bread machine that doesn't turn off afterward... worse, it will overcook and buzz. The TP-Link smart devices all allow me to set an off timer to correct this situation. But the power strip lets me keep all of my kitchen gadgets plugged in. Power monitoring is a bonus.