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GaryGary · 09-07-11, 09:12 AM

Hi,
I bought one of these Ryobi power monitor units at Home Depot -- about $25(?).
Power Usage Meter by Ryobi

I like it because it retains the values it measures even after you unplug it from the wall -- it has an internal battery. Also easy to use.

BUT, it appears to cut out with not very large loads. If I plug my efficient fridge into it, it will cut out -- apparently it thinks the load is too high. It resets itself after a few minutes. The regular KillAWatt meter has no problem with the fridge.

The Belkin unit posted above looks like it might be a good bet.

Gary

09-07-11, 09:12 AM	#6
GaryGary Apprentice EcoRenovator Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: SW Montana Posts: 139 Thanks: 1 Thanked 21 Times in 15 Posts	Hi, I bought one of these Ryobi power monitor units at Home Depot -- about $25(?). Power Usage Meter by Ryobi I like it because it retains the values it measures even after you unplug it from the wall -- it has an internal battery. Also easy to use. BUT, it appears to cut out with not very large loads. If I plug my efficient fridge into it, it will cut out -- apparently it thinks the load is too high. It resets itself after a few minutes. The regular KillAWatt meter has no problem with the fridge. The Belkin unit posted above looks like it might be a good bet. Gary