Updated September 30, 2026 · SmartHomeCue Editorial Team
Samsung vs TP-Link
Where Samsung and TP-Link differ
| Compare |  Samsung |  TP-Link |
|---|---|---|
| Reference models | WW11DB8B95GBU1, RL38C776ASR/EU, NV7B5750TAK-U4 | Tapo RV20 Max, Tapo RV30 Max Plus, Tapo RV50 Pro Omni |
| Top suction (Pa) | 6,000 | 15,000Higher |
| Obstacle avoidance | Camera AI | Structured light |
| Dust bin capacity (ml) | 250 | 300Higher |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 to 2 years |
| Mop lift (mm) | 10 | Not confirmed |
| Markets | GB | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Self-empty dock (Yes), Mop type (Spinning), LiDAR navigation (Yes), Runtime (180), Height (cm) (10), Spare parts shop (Yes).
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Key differences
- Top suction (Pa) is higher at TP-Link: 15,000 vs 6,000.
- Dust bin capacity (ml) is higher at TP-Link: 300 vs 250.
- Support channels: only Samsung offers Chat.
- Products: only Samsung offers Washing machine, Dryer, Dishwasher.
- Products: only TP-Link offers Robot vacuum.
Our verdict on each
Samsung
Samsung suits households that want the big appliances and the smart kit working from a single app, with spare parts held for 10 years after purchase. You pay a premium against Exquisit and Bauknecht for that joined-up range, and the robot vacuum is the weakest part of the picture.
TP-Link
TP-Link suits households that want Matter-certified devices, local control and a hub whose subscription is $0, and it sells robot vacuums rated at 15,000 Pa for the same rooms. Buyers who want blinds, thermostats or radiator valves should weigh Aqara or SONOFF, and sensors need a hub.
Score breakdown
| Area | Samsung | TP-Link |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Not confirmed | 9.4Entry prices sit against a €96.46 median, and the hub subscription is $0, so nothing recurs. |
| Offer | 9.5HigherEntry point sits at $649, cover runs 2 years, and installation is offered on the big pieces. | 9.4Protocols are matter and wi fi and ecosystems covered are alexa, google and homekit, so devices and vacuums share a hub. |
| Trust | 9.1Warranty terms come from Samsung Electronics America, Inc., a group founded in 1969, with support on email, chat and phone. | 9.1Local control is yes, support runs on email, phone and help centre, and warranty cover runs 1 to 2 years. |
Availability and regulation
| Country | Samsung | TP-Link |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | South Korea | United States |
How they place
| Ranking | Samsung | TP-Link |
|---|---|---|
| Robot vacuum and mop combos | 13 of 47 | 14 of 47 |
| Matter smart home devices | 6 of 33 | 7 of 33 |
Also worth a look
Coolblue Belgium has top suction (pa) at 42,000, against 6,000 for Samsung and 15,000 for TP-Link.
Coolblue Belgium reviewSources behind this comparison
Samsung
- samsung.com: 18 facts, checked September 30, 2026
TP-Link
- tp-link.com: 15 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Samsung | TP-Link |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Washing machine, Dryer, Dishwasher, Fridge, Oven, Hob | Robot vacuum |
| Legal entity | Samsung Electronics America, Inc. | TP-Link Systems Inc. |
| Headquarters | South Korea | United States |
| Founded | 1969 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centre, CommunityCovers more | Email, Phone, Help centre, Community |
Smart home devices
| Fact | Samsung | TP-Link |
|---|---|---|
| Device types | Hub, Sensor, Plug, Lighting, ThermostatCovers more | Lighting, Plug, Hub, Sensor |
| Price from | $649 | Not confirmed |
| Protocols | Matter, Thread, Zigbee, Wi fiCovers more | Matter, Wi fi |
| Matter certified | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Ecosystems | Smartthings, Matter | Alexa, Google, Homekit, Matter, SmartthingsCovers more |
| Hub required | No | YesHas it |
| Local control | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Energy reporting | Yes | Yes |
| Subscription per month | Not confirmed | $0 |
Kitchen appliances
| Fact | Samsung | TP-Link |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile app | Yes | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Samsung | TP-Link | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top suction (Pa) | 6,000lowest quarter | 15,000at the median | 15,000 |
| Mop lift (mm) | 10lowest quarter | Not confirmed | 12 |
| Runtime | 180above the median | 180above the median | 120 |
| Dust bin capacity (ml) | 250lowest quarter | 300lowest quarter | 700 |
| Height (cm) | 10above the median | 10above the median | 9.8 |
| Warranty | 2 yearsat the median | 1 to 2 yearsat the median | 2 years |
Median across 66 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Samsung
Pros
- The listed washing machine runs at 32 kWh a year, so a weekly habit stays cheap to run.
- A single app covers the kit, with a mobile app included, hub, sensor and plug in one place, and no hub required.
- Protocols matter, thread and zigbee and ecosystems smartthings and matter let existing sensors and plugs join rather than be replaced.
Cons
- Warranty of 2 years is short next to the 10 years parts commitment, so a machine can outlive its cover.
- Robot vacuum suction of 6,000 Pa sits well under the 15,000 Pa site median, so deep carpet is not its strength.
- The market listed is GB alone, so delivery and installation terms are given for that market only.
TP-Link
Pros
- Local control is listed as yes, so schedules and scenes can run on the local network instead of a cloud round trip.
- Protocols are matter and wi fi and ecosystems covered are alexa, google and homekit, so the devices and the robot vacuums sit in the same setup.
- The hub subscription is $0, so there is nothing to renew or pay for month to month.
Cons
- Hub required is listed as yes for the sensor range, so a hub is part of entry cost rather than something you can add later.
- Device types are lighting, plug and hub, which leaves out blinds, thermostats and radiator valves; Aqara lists hub, sensor and lighting and SONOFF lists thermostat, trv and lighting for those categories.
- Warranty cover runs 1 to 2 years, so the shorter terms on some products are worth reading before you mount sensors or buy a dock.
Who each suits
Samsung
Who it suits
- Households replacing a full white goods set, since washing machine, dryer and dishwasher and WW11DB8B95GBU1, RL38C776ASR/EU, NV7B5750TAK-U4 cover washer, fridge, oven and hob in one range.
- Households already running SmartThings, with matter, thread and zigbee and no hub needed, so appliances and sensors share one app.
- Energy-minded households, where 32 kWh a year sets a low running cost for frequent loads.
Who should look elsewhere
- Budget buyers: Exquisit covers the same core appliances, while this range opens at $649.
- Shoppers who want a cooker in the same range: Bauknecht lists one and this range does not, so check Bauknecht first.
TP-Link
Who it suits
- Renters and homeowners who want lights, plugs, sensors and robot vacuums run from a single hub.
- People who care about local control and paying nothing monthly for the hub.
- Households on a budget who want Matter support without changing brand for floor cleaning.
Who should look elsewhere
- Not for blinds or radiator valve buyers: Aqara (hub, sensor and lighting) and SONOFF (thermostat, trv and lighting) both list types missing from TP-Link's lighting, plug and hub.
- Not for smart thermostat buyers: Samsung lists hub, sensor and plug, which includes a thermostat, while TP-Link's device list stops short of heating control.
Current offers
Samsung
Current offer
Discount code
Save up to GBP 250 when you buy 2 or more home appliances: GBP 100 off from GBP 799 spend, GBP 250 off from GBP 1,500 spend
Spend GBP 799 or more and save GBP 100, or spend GBP 1,500 or more and save GBP 250. Purchase from Samsung.com, Samsung Experience Stores, or Shop app by 13.10.26. Discount applied automatically at checkout when qualifying spend threshold reached with two or more qualifying products. Selected SKUs only. Offer excludes all microwaves and accessories. Not in conjunction with any other offer
Source, checked September 30, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Samsung | TP-Link |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Yes | No |
Questions about each
Samsung
How much does a Samsung appliance cost at the entry end?+
The listed starting price is $649, and it comes from a countertop convection microwave rather than a washing machine or fridge, so a full kitchen set sits above that figure. These are single purchases rather than subscriptions, so the entry price is the number to plan around rather than a figure that renews later.
How long is the warranty, and will parts still be available later?+
Warranty cover on the appliances runs for 2 years, and spare parts are held for 10 years, with a spare parts shop listed as well. For a fitted kitchen the parts figure is the more useful of the pair, since a failed pump or door seal takes longer to sort than a simple swap. Read the terms, since a parts promise and a warranty are different cover.
TP-Link
What does the TP-Link smart home range actually cover?+
The device list is lighting, plug and hub, so you get lighting, plugs, hubs and sensors, with energy reporting part of the plug range. That is a narrower line than some rivals, and the gap shows up in heating and shading.
Do I need the hub to get started?+
For the sensor range the hub is required, and local control is listed as yes as well, so the hub is where automations on the local network actually run. Treat it as part of your entry cost rather than an optional extra, and check which rooms need sensors before ordering.
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