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Which wattmeter should you choose: classic or wi-fi? Model recommendations

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  • #31 20222292
    vorlog
    Level 40  
    ^ToM^ wrote:
    do you think that buying a more expensive meter from Leroy or Casto, which - an identical one on Allegro can be bought cheaper - makes any sense.
    This is the same crap! No matter where you buy it, as you can see from customer reviews.

    Well, that`s it.
    I returned this practically non-luminous piece of junk to the salesman, who initially insulted me over the phone because I dared to question the inconsistency of the goods with the description (because the description included a large and clear LCD screen), and he demanded a detailed description of the fault because he would file a complaint with his supplier - I dropped him with the force of a waterfall and he gave me the money back. For now, I don`t care about shopping due to other activities :D
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  • #32 20222322
    spy
    Level 27  
    ^ToM^ wrote:
    Well, I already have one from Aldi, I think, and it sucks.


    I buy food products in such stores. Tools in others.

    ^ToM^ wrote:
    You still think that buying a more expensive meter from Leroy or Casto, which - an identical one can be bought cheaper on Allegro - makes no sense.


    Yes, I still think so. If you buy on Aliex "privately", you will occasionally get scrap metal, because after a few actions from dissatisfied customers, such a seller is driven away without any hesitation. If you buy a bag of non-personalized goods on Alibaba, you have something loaded with a shovel and you deal with the seller on different terms. However, most of what the Chinese personalize for the customer (logo, packaging, etc.) is of a slightly different quality.
    And if a Leroy has a defect and there are returns, the customer loses his place on the shelf.
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  • #33 20222475
    ^ToM^
    Level 42  
    spy wrote:

    And if a Leroy has a defect and there are returns, the customer loses his place on the shelf.


    Well, have you read the comments? These were comments from Leroy, not Allegro! And despite this, the delinquent did not lose its place on the shelf and is still sold.
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  • #34 20222951
    spy
    Level 27  
    I glanced. 3 negative. It is not known how many were sold. Anyway, what difference does it make? There isn`t much choice anyway.
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  • #35 20222988
    vorlog
    Level 40  
    spy wrote:
    There isn`t much choice anyway

    This does not mean that we should buy crap and waste time on returns, complaints and other bitter regrets. :P
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  • #36 21049213
    umairabbas
    Level 2  

    Choosing between a Wi-Fi or classic wattmeter depends on your needs. If you want remote monitoring and control, Wi-Fi is convenient. For simplicity, a classic one might suffice. Some good Wi-Fi options include the Sense Energy Monitor or the TP-Link Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Plug. Classic options like the P3 P4400 Kill A Watt or the Etekcity Digital Multimeter are reliable choices.

Topic summary

The discussion revolves around the choice between classic and Wi-Fi wattmeters for measuring household energy consumption. Users emphasize the importance of selecting a wattmeter that accounts for power factor (PF) for accurate readings. Recommendations include classic models like the P3 P4400 Kill A Watt and Etekcity Digital Multimeter, as well as Wi-Fi options such as the Sense Energy Monitor and TP-Link Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Plug. Concerns are raised about battery life in classic models, with some users reporting rapid battery depletion. The consensus suggests that while Wi-Fi models offer remote monitoring, classic models may suffice for basic needs.
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