Hive Plug

The Hive Active Plug is a smart plug that works like an adaptor. Simply plug it into your wall socket then plug your appliances into it as normal. Turn the iron off from wherever you are with a tap of the app. If you’re away, set your smart plug to turn your lamps on automatically to make it look like someone’s home.

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The smart way to take control of power-hungry appliances

Just how much energy is your toaster, telly or tumble dryer using? Connect them to a Hive Active Plug and the Hive app will show you exactly, so you can change how you use them to lower your energy bills. Want to use them less? Let the smart scheduling feature take care of that for you, or switch off with a tap of the app.

Turn things off from anywhere

Think you’ve left the hair straighteners on? Relax, you can double check and turn them off from wherever you are from the Hive app.

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Set up Hive Actions

Link your Hive Plug with other Hive devices using Hive Actions. So if your smart plug’s connected to the coffee machine, your Hive Motion Sensor can turn it on the moment you walk into the kitchen.

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Hands free at home

Got enough on your plate sorting breakfast for the kids but need a cuppa? If your kettle’s plugged in to a Hive Plug, just say: “Alexa, turn on my plug!”.

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The centre of the Hive ecosystem

The Hive Hub is the heart of your smart home. It plugs into your broadband router and connects all your Hive devices wirelessly so they can be easily controlled remotely.

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The Hive App

The Hive app allows you to control our smart devices from wherever you are, so it's easy to get everything just right.

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Installation

The Hive Active Plug works like an adaptor so is quick and easy to set up. Just plug it into your wall socket then plug your appliances into it as normal.

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Warranty

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Standard Warranty

All Hive products come with 1 year hardware warranty as standard.

Plug specifications
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Features

Control your plug from anywhere using the Hive app

Set a schedule up to 6 times a day

Works with Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit and Siri Shortcuts

Group with other Hive devices to create a smart home

Size

Width: 54mm

Height: 100mm

Depth: 58mm with pins / 35.5mm without pins

Weight

142g

Power Supply

Any socket with type G plug (UK / IRE)

Connectivity

Zigbee

System Requirements

Internet connection recommended: 1.5Mbps or higher

iOS or Android device running an up-to-date operating system

Hive app download (iOS or Android)

Usage

For indoor use only

What's in the box
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User guide

Frequently asked questions
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What does the Hive Plug do?
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The Hive Plug lets you turn your electrical devices on or off remotely from your mobile, tablet or laptop as well as set schedules for when they come on. You can also turn your devices on and off manually at top of the plug.

If you are an existing Hive user and have one or more products already then you won’t need any more kit and can set up your Hive Plug using your existing hub. If this is your first Hive product you will need to purchase a hub in order to set up your Hive Plug.

Are there any electrical devices I should not plug into my Hive Plug?
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We don't recommend using your Hive Plug to power critical appliances like fridges, freezers, fish tanks, heaters or any appliance required for safety or medical care. Any appliance which, if turned on or off unexpectedly, might cause danger or result in physical damage shouldn't be attached to your Hive Plug.

How much does my Hive Plug cost per year to run?
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The Hive Plug uses an average of 40p per plug per year based on 10p per kWh.

Is the my Hive Plug weatherproof?
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The Hive Plug has no IP rating and should only be used internally.

Do I need to download a separate app to use my Hive Plug?
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No, you can control your Hive Plug from the same Hive app or online dashboard you use to control all your other Hive devices.

Does my Hive Plug work with other Hive devices?
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Yes, you can connect your plug with other Hive devices using the Hive app. You can also operate your smart plug and other Hive devices with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit and Siri Shortcuts.

Does this product work with voice control?
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Yes, this Hive product can be used with voice control such as Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit and Siri Shortcuts.

What devices can I get the Hive app on?
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You can get the Hive app on many smartphones, tablets and the Apple Watch. iOS or Android devices must be running an up-to-date operating system.

What are your delivery options?
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Free standard delivery is included when spending over £50 (3 - 5 business days).

Order before 12:30pm Monday - Thursday and get next day delivery for £5.

Once ordered, you can track your order online.

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Can I return this product?
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Yes.

If you’ve purchased Hive products directly through our website or over the phone, you’ll need to contact us within 14 days (starting from the day you receive your Hive products).

If a British Gas engineer has installed your Hive products and you’d like to return them, you’ll need to let us know within 14 days from the point of installation.

You can contact us on web chat and we’ll provide you with a returns number and send you a returns label. Print the label out and send it to our warehouse, free of charge. Once we receive your product, we’ll aim to process your refund within 5 working days.

What's the warranty period?
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Hive products come with a 1-year standard warranty.

If you want to increase your warranty, you can join Hive Heating Plus for £3.99 per month and get ongoing warranty on all your Hive devices.

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