You found out already that matter devices often can’t deliver this basics. ![]()
Funny (and sad?) that the CSA links to some article about the “best”(matter) smart plugs ![]()
And the “overall” winner does have usual matter limitations.… ![]()
I prefer 100% local control and ownership hence no matter devices at all but only WiFi/ethernet based ESPHome goodness at home ![]()
Some vendors selling pre-flashed ESPhome devices such as athom

