IKEA TOFSMYGGA Outdoor Plug

A useful split between patio lights and decorations

At the listed $19.99, the US TOFSMYGGA offers an appealing way to give two outdoor lighting jobs different schedules. Patio lights can stay on while a seasonal decoration turns off, and each socket has a physical button. That is a tangible benefit over a basic splitter that treats both loads as one.

Power tracking adds interest, but separate switching should be the reason to choose the two outlets. The available information does not establish separate energy totals for each socket, so this is not a dependable substitute for buying two individual meters.

The price works best in an existing Thread home

TOFSMYGGA uses Matter over Thread for app control. If suitable Thread hardware and coverage already reach the patio, the purchase can stay close to the cost of the plug. Direct control with an IKEA remote or motion sensor is another option for a simpler lighting job.

If the outdoor position has Wi-Fi coverage but no useful Thread connection, Tapo P400M is a more practical comparison. It offers the same basic two-zone switching job over Wi-Fi. The cheaper IKEA sticker price loses some of its appeal if making it work requires additional network equipment.

Outdoor does not mean install it anywhere

The stated -25–40°C range makes TOFSMYGGA worth considering for cold locations, but its IP65 rating applies with the lid closed. An exposed open connection does not inherit that protection. IKEA also specifies temporary use with outdoor equipment, so this is a seasonal or movable control rather than a replacement for permanent outdoor wiring.

The 1800 W/15 A resistive rating is the unit's limit, not a separate allowance on each socket; motor loads have a 300 W maximum. For suitable decorative lighting in a properly protected position, the combination of two controls and a low price is attractive. For a permanent installation or an attempt to fix poor Thread coverage, choose a solution designed for that job.