Top rated Energy monitors
Here's a ranking of the top rated products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've also added some key information about the products.
1. Steffen digital brilliant
Ideal for indoor use. Displays watts, amperes, volts, hertz, power factor (cos φ), or kilowatt-hours. Equipped with overload protection. Two tariffs can be set. Features a large LCD display. The energy meter shows you real-time voltage, frequency, current, and power values, and works with all electrical devices in your household.
2. Brennenstuhl Primera-Line PM 231 E
Helps to save costs and energy. Measurement of voltage, frequency, current, power factor and power. Calculation of total energy consumption and energy costs. Display of the measuring time in hours and minutes. 2 individually adjustable electricity tariffs (day + night). Includes 3 batteries LR44 for data storage in case of power failure. Socket outlet with child protection.
3. Shelly Pro 3EM 120A
The Shelly Pro 3EM is a WLAN-powered, DIN-mountable 3-phase power meter with WLAN, Bluetooth and LAN connectivity. With an active energy measurement accuracy of 1%, the Shelly Pro 3EM can be used to monitor the consumption of all household appliances, circuits and office equipment individually. Historical data is stored for up to 60 days, with each phase having a one-minute resolution. In addition, the scripting functionalities allow the execution of complex scenarios and offer extended monitoring possibilities.
Incl. 3 current transformers 120 A.
4. Shelly 3EM
The Shelly 3EM distinguishes and detects energy consumption and energy feed-in to the grid. The measurement data is displayed in the app, the optionally activatable cloud, and the web interface in clear graphics. Additionally, MQTT can be activated to register it with a corresponding MQTT broker. It is factory calibrated with the included clamps, achieving an accuracy of over 99%. Furthermore, it features a relay contact that can be used to control a relay, for example. Installation is done in the distribution box on the DIN rail. The measurement values are displayed in real-time. It is also possible to calculate energy costs. The Shelly 3EM can be controlled via the Shelly app, the optionally activatable cloud, as well as through MQTT and REST API. Energy consumption thresholds can be set, and when reached, the Shelly 3EM can switch off the power via the relay contact. Control based on time or sunrise and sunset is also possible. In addition to measuring energy consumption, the energy fed into the grid can also be measured. The Shelly 3EM automatically detects how much energy is consumed and how much is fed in, presenting this information clearly in a graphic. The measurement data is stored in the cloud for 365 days. The data is also written to a CSV file in 5-minute intervals, which can be exported by the Shelly 3EM. The Shelly 3EM features a programming and debug header that can be used for flashing alternative firmware. It is equipped with an ESP8266 with 4 MB of flash. It can be integrated into various smart home systems: Home Assistant, Hubitat, openHAB, Domoticz, REST API, MQTT, ioBroker, nymea, and HomeSeer.
Included in delivery: 1x Shelly 3EM, 1x user manual, 3x current transformers 120A.
5. Voltcraft SEM6000 CH
Elegant design meets top precision. The VOLTCRAFT SEM6000 CH BT energy cost meter offers the perfect compromise between design and functionality. Hidden within the compact 55 by 55 millimeter pure white housing of the SEM6000 CH is high-quality measurement technology that accurately measures power consumption and power factor to three decimal places.
Current energy consumption at a glance: Thanks to the simple LED ring, seamlessly integrated into the housing, you can easily see the current energy demand of the connected device. The color of the LED ring ranges from deep green to red, changing according to energy consumption. Green indicates low consumption, while red signals high energy demand.
Consumption analysis in your preferred file format: You can easily and conveniently convert the energy consumption data into various Office and Google formats in the form of graphs. Whether you want to analyze days, weeks, months, or years, it’s all possible.
Your smartphone becomes a remote control: Turn the VOLTCRAFT SEM6000 CH on and off effortlessly using your smartphone or tablet. This way, it not only serves as an energy cost meter but also transforms your device into a remote control.
Automated switching of connected devices: Do you want your lighting to automatically turn on at 8 PM and off again at 6 AM? No problem. Program the switching times conveniently through your smartphone or tablet. You can program a total of 12 switching times (either on or off) for the SEM6000 CH. Each switching time can be set as a one-time event or with repetition (selecting the weekdays on which the switching time will repeat).
Special features: Bluetooth interface, data export, data logger function, cost forecast, adjustable electricity tariff, app control.
6. Max Hauri Energy meter 220-240V max. 2300W
Energy measuring device. Voltage: 220-240V. Power: max 2300W. Additional feature: enhanced touch protection. This energy measuring device is designed to measure the energy consumption of the connected appliance and calculate the resulting electricity costs. The electricity price is freely programmable. Important additional data such as power, voltage, current, power factor, frequency, and operating time can be easily accessed. An ideal device for implementing targeted energy-saving measures.
7. Eltako Alternating current meter
Only calibrated meters are approved for electricity billing according to §25 of the German Calibration Act. Non-compliance is an administrative offense under §19. Maximum current is 65 A, with a standby loss of only 0.4 watts. This is a modular device for mounting on a DIN-EN 60715 TH35 rail. 1 modular unit = 18 mm wide, 58 mm deep. Accuracy class B (1%). Equipped with an S0 interface. This AC meter measures active energy based on the current flowing between the input and output. The self-consumption of only a maximum of 0.4 watts of active power is not measured and not displayed. One external conductor with a current of up to 65 A can be connected. The starting current is 40 mA. If a load exceeding 50% is expected, a ventilation distance of 1/2 modular unit must be maintained from adjacent devices. If necessary, use the spacer DS12. Two N terminals for secure cross-wiring of multiple meters. The 7-segment LC display can also be shown twice within two weeks without power supply.
8. Shelly Pro 3EM-3CT 63
Next generation of DIN rail-mounted energy meters for single or three-phase applications with a combined 63A, 3-phase current transformer.
The Shelly Pro 3EM-3CT63 is a DIN rail-mounted energy meter for single or three-phase applications. It is equipped with the full flexibility of Gen2 firmware and LAN connectivity, providing professional integrators with additional options for end-user solutions. It can operate independently in a local LAN and/or Wi-Fi network or through cloud home automation services using Modbus, MQTT, HTTP, and WebSocket. All incoming connections support TLS.
The device reports accumulated energy as well as instantaneous voltage, current, active power, and apparent power per phase/channel in real-time. It stores data in non-volatile memory, which can be retrieved over a period of up to 60 days in 1-minute intervals.
The device features a real-time clock that maintains the correct time in case the connection to an SNTP server is lost.
The Shelly Pro 3EM-3CT63 can be accessed, configured, and monitored remotely by the user, and the device can access and communicate with an automation system as long as they are on the same network.
The device has a built-in web interface that can be used to monitor and control the device as well as to adjust its settings.
Note: The device does not have a built-in relay. The control of the contactor is done through a Shelly Pro 3EM Switch add-on connected to the Shelly Pro 3EM-3CT63.
9. Orno 3-phase electricity meter
The Orno 3-phase energy meter is a highly precise measuring device designed for monitoring electricity consumption in three-phase systems. With an accuracy class of B and a measurement range of 0.25 to 80 Amperes, this single-rate meter provides reliable and accurate readings of energy usage. The digital LCD display allows for clear and easy reading of consumption data, while the reverse flow prevention feature ensures that no unwanted backflows are recorded. The meter is suitable for mounting on a DIN rail and has an S0 interface that enables easy integration into existing systems. With a frequency range of 50 Hz, this energy meter is ideal for use in various electrical applications and offers a robust solution for energy monitoring.
- LCD display for clear readings
- Reverse flow prevention to prevent unwanted backflows
- S0 interface with 800 impulses/kWh
- Suitable for DIN rail mounting
- Frequency range of 50 Hz for versatile applications.
10. Whatwatt Energiemessgerät
The Whatwatt WiFi Energy Meter is an advanced device for monitoring and analysing energy consumption. It enables precise measurement of energy consumption and offers a user-friendly interface via WiFi and RJ-45 (LAN). With the integrated smartphone app, users can calculate their energy costs in real time and conveniently monitor consumption from their mobile device. The device supports various smart meter interfaces and is compatible with iOS and Android devices, enabling seamless integration into existing smart home systems. It also offers the option of local data storage on a micro SD card, which increases data security and makes it easy to analyse consumption data. Power is supplied via a USB-C cable, which is included in the scope of delivery, while the adapter is available separately.
