Uncover The Running Costs of Your Appliances

The Reduction Revolution Power Meter measures any standard plug-in appliance's energy usage and running cost.

Here's what it measures, and what it means:

• Watts (W): the real-time wattage or power draw. Don't trust the label or what someone told you; now you can check it yourself!
• Kilowatt-hours (kWh): the total energy usage over time. It's what you are billed for, so you can cross-check your electricity bill.
• Cost ($): the accumulated running cost based on the electricity tariff you enter (optional).
  
• Volts (V): the real-time voltage of your electricity supply.

Our power meter helps you focus your energy-saving efforts on the appliances that matter most. It may even help you to settle some arguments about who or what uses the most electricity.

Unlike other power meters, the latest Reduction Revolution Power Meter is compact and easy to use.

How to Measure Your Power Usage

The Reduction Revolution Power Meter does not require any complex set-up.

You can take it out of the box and use it straight away.

Here's how it works:

1. Plug it into a power outlet, and then plug any appliance (or power board) into it. It will immediately show you power usage and begin tracking cumulative energy usage. Click the MODE button to scroll through the readings.
2. To track costs, press the MODE button for three seconds to enter your electricity tariff.
3. It doesn't require batteries and saves your data in non-volatile electronic memory, even when unplugged. Press the reset button ('R') with the nib of a pen or pencil to zero the readings and start again.

Specifications - Plug-in Power Meter

Plug Type	Standard 10A Australia / New Zealand 3-pin power plug & socket
Power Use	0.2W
Range	0 - 2,400W
Accuracy	±1.5%
Key Measurements	Kilowatt-hours (kWh) - 0.00 to 9999 kWh Total $ - 0.00 to $9999 Watts (W) and Voltage (V) - to one decimal place
Data Storage	The power meter saves your cumulative readings, even when unplugged. It use non-volatile electronic memory so does not require any batteries.
Dimensions	108mm (height) x 57mm (width) x 48mm (depth excluding pins)
Weight	100 grams
Product Identifiers	RRPM03; Reduction Revolution Plug-in Power Meter. Previous models sold include: Steplight Power Meter, RRPM01, RRPM02
Further Details	User Guide or PDF
Warranty	2 Years

Power Usage Meter FAQs

How accurate are the readings?

The Reduction Revolution Power Meter has been tested against high-end power meters like the Power-Mate. Unlike other low-cost power meters on the market, the readings are of comparably high accuracy.

What is the lowest power usage it can measure?

It can measure down to about 0.5W - a tiny amount of standby power.

How many tariffs can be entered?

You can enter one electricity tariff. We recommend entering an average tariff of $0.35/kWh if you are unsure what to enter or if your tariffs vary throughout the day, week, or year.

Does the Power Meter measure 'Real Power'?

Yes, the Reduction Revolution Power Meter measures ‘Real Power’ - which is what you are billed for. Power is measured instantaneously in Watts (W) and over time in kilowatt-hours (kWh). Other meters have failed to measure this correctly in the past, leading to incorrect readings.

What other electricity monitoring devices do you sell?

The plug-in power meter described on this page is our lowest-cost and easiest-to-use power meter. We recommend it to everyone to demystify and check their energy usage. Here are some other products we sell for monitoring your power usage:

• Our Power Meter With Separate Screen is better for hard-to-access power outlets.
• The Power-Mate Lite is a professional tool for more technical users. It shows more detailed parameters but is not necessary for most customers.
• The Power-Mate 15A meter is for larger 15A power sockets. Some caravans, electric vehicles, commercial kitchens, and boat marinas use these.
• Our hard-wired electrical sub-meters are the best solution for metering whole circuits or on-billing a sub-tenant.
• Finally, our wireless energy monitors capture an entire property's energy usage.