Unable to add kasa ep25 EM smart plug

[user343]

I’m using the built in kasa integration. I’m able to scan and device shows up to be added but won’t install. Device is the Kasa ep25 EM smart plug. I get this message in log.

2023-12-19 12:27:19.460 AMwarnKasa Integration: addDevice: [status:failedToAdd, label:Christmas Light, driver:kasaSmart_plug_em, ip:192.168.68.57, errorMsg:com.hubitat.app.exception.UnknownDeviceTypeException: Device type 'kasaSmart_plug_em' in namespace 'davegutBuiltin' not found]

Any help would be appreciated. On a side note I have the older kasa em smart plug and is working great. Thanks

[djgutheinz]

This is a new issue based changes in the Kasa production of new plugs. (OUCH)

TP-Link has made a changes to HW Version 2.6 (and later) making the device incompatible with the standard integration. Reference: 'EP25 is no longer supported · Issue #30027 · home-assistant/home-assistant.io · GitHub'

Can you provide me with the specific model and hardware version of you plug (from the Kasa Phone App).

In an attempt for a quick fix, look at this community Integration (developed for the newer Matter Kasa devices and Tapo devices which are also not supported by the current integration). I am the author of both. Please, LET ME KNOW IF THIS WORKS.

[RELEASE] TP-LINK TAPO Plug, Switch, Bulb, Hub and Robovac Integration

This integration with app and drivers is designed to support: TAPO Bulbs, Plugs, Switches, and HUB TAPO HUB installed sensors TAPO Robovac KASA MATTER Plugs and Switches KASA Hub The integration does not support: non-Matter KASA devices (different API and Protocol) KASA TRV (connects to TAPO Hub (need data) Other TAPO HUB devices not listed above (need data) HUBITAT MATTER Implementation and this integration: This integration has some level of duplication with the Hubitat Matter Implement…

Dave

@gopher.ny : For your situational awareness.

[user343]

Thank you Dave for the reply. These are the plugs I bought

Limited-time deal: Kasa Smart Plug Mini 15A, Apple HomeKit Supported, Smart Outlet Works with Siri, Alexa & Google Home, UL Certified, App Control, Scheduling, Timer, 2.4G WiFi Only, (Pack of 4) (EP25P4), White Amazon.com

I found a work around for now. I can integrate them with the user kasa integration. For the built in, it will show up in scan but install a null. Hopefully in future updates it will work. Also Dave, I recent switch over to the built in kasa integration and a couple of my kasa device have become unresponsive here and there. I would have to remove and re-add them. Is this a known issue? Thanks

[djgutheinz]

@user343

I found a work around for now. I can integrate them with the user kasa integration.

That is the same as using the Tapo integration I suggested. The user Kasa Integration is also deprecated. BUT if it works, it works.

Dave

@user343

I would have to remove and re-add them.

If you used the previous Migrate function (several versions ago), that is a possible result. The latest version does not have the migrate capability to avoid this.

Most likely cause is an ip change from your router. DHCP reservations usually preclude this; however, router change-outs can re-introduce the problem. A configure command or simple open app and rediscover the devices will solve this on the latest versions.