How to configure Tapo / Kasa devices to work with Samsung SmartThings

Introduction

This article will introduce how to connect Tapo/Kasa devices to your Samsung SmartThings app. After setting up the connection successfully, you will be able to control Tapo/Kasa devices through your SmartThings app.

Please Be Aware that Not All Features and Functions Available in the Tapo/Kasa App Are Available to the Samsung SmartThings Platform.

The Tapo/Kasa devices supported by SmartThings have been listed on its official website. Please refer to the SmartThings website to check the support status of Tapo Products and Kasa Smart Products.

Besides, for devices that support Matter, they can also be connected to SmartThings directly via the Matter protocol.

Requirements

  • Configure your Tapo/Kasa devices through the Tapo/Kasa app and ensure that these devices can be controlled via the app. Please remember the TP-Link login information used, including the login ID and password, as they will be required later for linking your Tapo account to SmartThings.

  • Check for any available firmware updates within the Tapo app and update your devices if necessary.

  • Please download and install the SmartThings app in advance. You will need a Samsung account or a SmartThings account. If you don't already have one, please create an account.

Configuration

Step 1. Open the SmartThings app, tap the “+” icon on the top right, and choose Add Device, then tap Partner devices.

The location “Add device” in the app.The location “Partner devices” in the app.

Step 2. Tap the search icon, enter Tapo/Kasa, and then find Tapo/Kasa under the list of brands available.

The location of search icon in the app.Display of search results for Tapo.

Step 3. Select the device category you need to add. If you are unable to determine the device type or if your device type is not listed, please select Camera and try configuring it first.

Product categories, including camera, door lock, etc.

Step 4. Tap Link account to start linking Tapo/Kasa with SmartThings.

The confirmation button for "Link Account".

Step 5. Enter your TP-Link ID and password, then tap on Authorize. Please Ensure that this is the same login used to login to your Tapo/Kasa App and control your devices.

Log in with TP-Link ID. Tap authorize.

Step 6. The connection is successful when the following page comes up. Tap Done to complete the connection setup.

Enjoy! You can now control the Tapo/Kasa devices with the SmartThings app. Go to the Devices page to find all your Tapo/Kasa devices.

If you want to unlink Tapo/Kasa with SmartThings, you can go to Menu > Settings > Linked services.

Tap Done.

QA

A1: Please ensure you are using the exact same TP-Link account email and password in both the Tapo/Kasa app and the SmartThings app. You can also refer to the SmartThings website to check the support status of Tapo Products and Kasa Smart Products.

Q2: Why does my Kasa/Tapo device appear as "Offline" or "Unavailable" in SmartThings?

A2: Verify whether the device functions normally within the Tapo/Kasa APP. If it still goes offline, this is often due to a network connectivity issue. Please start by trying the standard troubleshooting methods, such as checking the Wi-Fi signal strength for the device, restarting your router, and ensuring that your device's firmware is updated in the Tapo or Kasa app.

Q3: Why can't I access all my device's features from the Tapo/Kasa app within SmartThings?

A3: The SmartThings integration typically supports basic functions, such as turning the device On/Off. For advanced features, like energy usage data, cloud recordings, please continue to use the official Tapo or Kasa app.