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TP-Link HS100 Smart Wi-Fi Plug - 2 Pack $47.90 @ Bunnings

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TP-Link HS100 Smart Wi-Fi Plug - 2 Pack $47.90 @ Bunnings
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Being Askhole on 02/06/2019 - 14:19 bunnings.com.au (2488 clicks)
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Great price compare to single for $29. Enjoy :)

Easily manage your home electronics and appliances anytime, anywhere.
The Smart Plugs are easy to set up and make it even easier to manage your household electronic devices anywhere in the world with a tap of your smartphone.

Remote Access – Control devices connected to the Smart Plug wherever you have Internet using the free Kasa app on your smartphone.
Scheduling – Schedule the Smart Plug to automatically power electronics on and off as needed, like setting lights to come on at dusk or turn off at sunrise.
Away Mode – Turns your devices on and off at different times to give the appearance that someone is home.
Voice Control – Amazon Alexa or the Google Assistant (sold separately) lets you control devices connected to the Smart Plugs just using your voice.

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  • Melb69 on 02/06/2019 - 14:32
    -3

    What are they normally in 2 pack? Also does it work with Google home.

    • mg_k on 02/06/2019 - 14:36
      +1

      "Voice Control – Amazon Alexa or the Google Assistant (sold separately) lets you control devices connected to the Smart Plugs just using your voice."

      • fan8956 on 03/06/2019 - 08:38

        The problem with these is you need smart plug + dumb device. If you have those semi smart device like heater with remote, rice cooker, microwave etc, connecting power won’t really turn them on. So I am still struggling to find a real and PRACTICAL use of my 2 smart plugs which have been in the box unopened for almost a year now….. need some help.

        • MyOtherOtter on 03/06/2019 - 10:11
          +1

          My coffee machine takes 30-45 mins to heat up of a morning, so my smart plug turns it on and off on a schedule, and is also useful for being turned on when you know you'd like a nice cuppa when you get home.

          I've also got a couple connected to dump lamps around the house that I don't need colour control for - it's cheaper to buy the plugs than the lights.

        • robinCTS on 03/06/2019 - 10:11

          Like I mentioned in my comment below re washing machines, the only chance you have of using a smart plug with a semi-smart device is if it resumes when power is restored after a power interruption.

          Microwaves seem to be out, as I haven't seen any that do resume. Don't know about heaters. Some rice cookers have a resume function, but I think all those have a delayed start feature as well.

          Other than what's already been mentioned in the comments, and without knowing which non-resumable semi-smart devices and which dumb devices you have, it's hard to make any suggestions (other than buying a dumb or resumable semi-smart device, of course 😉).

        • Lps on 03/06/2019 - 10:40
          +1

          Here's one.
          I have mine connected to my home alarm sirens (and a bunch of lights) via UPS. It's the only trigger for the sirens. When my cctv system emails me with a picture I check to see the cause. It's usually a cat but if it isn't I can fire up the sirens and lights manually via the KASA app. No more false alarms.

        • giftcardinspector on 03/06/2019 - 17:12

          I have two standing lamps in my living room that we use instead of the downlights.
          They turn on at sunset and off at 10pm
          (I have Wemo smart plugs which I'm swapping out for these)

          • endotherm on 03/06/2019 - 22:44

            @giftcardinspector: Why? The Wemo are virtually identical.

            • giftcardinspector on 04/06/2019 - 07:59

              @endotherm: Because the wemos are pure trash.
              The app is rubbish, they need to be constantly reset and set back up. They're just old tech that is no longer sold in Australia.

              • endotherm on 04/06/2019 - 20:05

                @giftcardinspector: I've had mine for a long time, they are pretty bulky but the build quality appears excellent. The app is a bit simple (as many are), but it is still supported, and isn't filled with "Chinglish" translations. In fact I just had an iOS update come through a couple of hours ago. I can't say I have experienced those problems, the only thing I found was that the wifi was a bit slow to connect, understandable for a first-gen product. Interesting that we can have such different experiences.

                • giftcardinspector on 04/06/2019 - 20:19

                  @endotherm: They were great when I first got them, but they are crap now. Half the time they don't talk to the app so I've gotten rid of it now.
                  I wanted to set up some new times recently and it was a nightmare setting them up again!

  • McFly on 02/06/2019 - 14:40

    Can you turn it on/of manually? Doesn't look like it.

    • dcep on 02/06/2019 - 14:41
      +3

      yes , your wall switch

      • McFly on 02/06/2019 - 14:43
        +6

        OK, I didn't think I needed to specify (but I guess I do) that I mean the OUTPUT of the HS100, not the HS100 itself.

        • SeanSheep on 02/06/2019 - 14:47
          +10

          Yes. The circular button at the top of the face plate is the manual override (on/off) switch.

        • aldroid on 02/06/2019 - 14:48
          +2

          Yes you can, the little wifi LED is a button.

        • WilkyBoy on 02/06/2019 - 14:48
          +2

          Yes you can, there is a small button above the socket that acts as a on/off button

        • McFly on 02/06/2019 - 14:58
          +3

          Thanks, I checked the web site, specs AND manual and it is not mentioned.

  • D Money on 02/06/2019 - 15:00
    +3

    Just out of curiosity, what do people use these for?

    • WilkyBoy on 02/06/2019 - 15:05
      +1

      I hate seeing cables so for my office desk and bedsides I have hidden the power cables and use Google home minis to turn the lights on and off.

    • frazel on 02/06/2019 - 15:06

      maybe with a shitty old box aircon, or a toaster/kettle so you can put bread in the night before and stay in bed until its toasted LOL Maybe a lamp in the dining room to make it appear someone is at home.

    • Spud McDoug on 02/06/2019 - 15:10
      +10

      I've been tempted to get one of these so I can turn on the electric blanket on the bed from the other end of the house. I'm not sure if this is awesome or just really lazy.

      Possibly both.

      • unrealshots on 02/06/2019 - 15:15
        +1

        it's awesome if you do it conjunction with Home Assistant and only turn on the electric blanket if you're at home, and then want to turn it off after you've been in bed for a given length of time.

        • furyou on 02/06/2019 - 18:08
          +1

          How do you do timer based actions

          • Scorn on 02/06/2019 - 18:20

            @furyou: ifttt

          • youknow on 02/06/2019 - 19:45

            @furyou: With this, you can either use the Kasa app, or you can use the routines feature of Google Home. There are numerous other options too.

    • BlackorRed on 02/06/2019 - 15:28
      +5

      You can remotely turn on/off light/heater/TV..etc by using the app. I used this to schedule my fish tank light on 3pm then off 9pm everyday, very nice little power saving unit

    • Spoolax on 02/06/2019 - 15:52
      +2

      I have a few around the house on lamps. Just say "Hey Google" tune on the lamp and boom it's on. But the biggest thing I found was before I had to navigate my way in the dark to the bedroom now I can go to my bedroom and then get Google to turn the lamp off.

      • jv on 02/06/2019 - 16:02
        -6

        "Hey Google" tune on the lamp

        So you have speakers in your lamp ?

        • exidez on 02/06/2019 - 17:00
          -1

          through the phone

        • Bigboomboom on 02/06/2019 - 17:55

          There are Wifi/Bluetooth light bulbs with speaker built in!

    • KKraig on 02/06/2019 - 16:28

      i have mine on a timer to turn my heated towel rail on and off :)

      • Sickman on 03/06/2019 - 16:06

        Better to just swap your current switch to a timer switch.

    • ttam87 on 02/06/2019 - 17:07
      +2

      Our pool pump (automated) and pool lights (not automated) are connected to electricity underneath the house. So i have it connected to the pool lights so i can turn them on if there are visitors without having to go under the house at night.

    • Buz1986 on 02/06/2019 - 17:38
      +1

      I have one on a heated towel rail, one on the washing machine that doesn’t have a ‘delayed start’ function and one on a floor lamp with an inconveniently placed switch.
      The heated towel rail is scheduled to turn on and off in the colder months to dry towels and warm the bathroom. The washing machine one is great because I just schedule it to start with the Kasa app countdown function.

      • Munkeyalan on 02/06/2019 - 17:45
        +2

        How do you get the washing machine to start once the power is on? My dodgy Samsung machine doesn't have a timer either.

        • robinCTS on 02/06/2019 - 17:55
          +4

          Some/most?/all? of the new-fangled electronic washing machines will resume a power interrupted washing cycle. You just set up the machine, start the cycle, and then turn the power off.

          Once the smart plug turns the power back on, the machine will essentially start from the beginning of the cycle.

          Of course, this also always works for all those old-fangled electro-mechanical washing machines.

    • MicMac on 02/06/2019 - 18:02
      +1

      I use the scheduling (which is a built-in function of the Smart Plug) to turn on my coffee machine on work day mornings and to turn it off by the time I leave for work.

      So my coffee maker is now only on for 30 minutes instead of 60 minutes.
      I keep to a fairly regular routine, but if needed I can just change on/off via my Google home mini (voice command from bedroom), or my mobile phone (even if I'm out walking the dog), or manually via the built in switch.

      The trick with these is to have your appliance turned on ready to go and the Smart Plug turned off/on as required.

      It will not work for appliances that inactivate without power, for example modern toasters or anything that needs mains-power to stay in stand-by mode, like my Digital radio - it just turns off completely without power and it needs to be manually switched back on after power is restored.

    • dogzilla on 02/06/2019 - 19:21
      +1

      i have mine hooked up to my pool filter so it turns it off and on by schedule - the old pool pump timer died years ago and they wanted $100 for a replacement part….this is awesome as i can turn the pumps off and on remotely if needed too

      Other switches hook into my sons bedroom radiator to turn it off if we forget

      Others are hooked up to lamps so i can switch them off without being near them

      Really handy when away on holidays or checking whats left on while at work…Kasa App works great

    • atrorz on 02/06/2019 - 22:36
      +1

      I use mine for the pool pump too. But the timer on my pool pump works, so i mainly use it with my solar panels to make sure im not drawing power from the grid.

      For example if im going to cook something in the oven at lunch, I'll turn off the pool, then turn it back on again once im done. Or if its a particularly cloudy day and im trying to do laundry or need to run the dishwasher it gives me 1kwh i can drop as needed.

      • raymosaurus on 04/06/2019 - 08:46

        OMG does your pool pump draw 1kw? (I know it doesn't but still)

        • atrorz on 04/06/2019 - 09:09
          +1

          Well the house draws about 1-200wh with nothing going besides fridge and standby, when the pool pump kicks in it adds about an extra 800wh give or take, so just over 1kwh draw. That's the pump & filter and the chlorinator. So yeah nearly 1kwh draw when the pool pump is on. In summer, that's for 8 hours a day, and winter it's 4. Lots of power! It's handy with one of these plugs though as I can turn it off until later in the day if it's cloudy, or I'm running something else.

          It's not a terribly efficient pump, it's a cheaper onga. If you don't have a pool I wouldn't advise it - terribly expensive for not much use.

  • jv on 02/06/2019 - 16:01
    +3

    I use one Smart Wi-Fi Plug to turn on and off the other Smart Wi-Fi Plug…

    • philmarcracken on 02/06/2019 - 20:06

      I use the scheduling to setup a rave

  • [Deactivated] on 02/06/2019 - 16:45

    paid 26.99 for 2 for no name ones on amazon b4

    • Scorn on 02/06/2019 - 18:25

      Cool

    • raymosaurus on 04/06/2019 - 08:47
      -2

      Cool story bro

  • mt2000 on 02/06/2019 - 16:48

    So this is a special order and can't just walk in and buy one off the shelve?

    • exidez on 02/06/2019 - 17:26

      looks like a special order.
      But I am quite sure JB Hi-Fi will price match and then you can get it off the shelf. They are selling for $74
      https://www.jbhifi.com.au/tp-link/tp-link-hs100-smart-wi-fi-…

      Although not technically 'stocked' at Bunnings so it depends on them.

      • exidez on 09/06/2019 - 17:49
        +1

        I can confirm that JB-Hifi priced matched

  • [Deactivated] on 02/06/2019 - 16:48
    +2

    I use a wifi plug to restart my wifi cameras when they hang

  • malcolmb on 02/06/2019 - 16:50
    +1

    I use them (and IFTTT) to turn on my indoor security cameras when I leave home and turn them off when I arrive home.

    • DryScissors on 02/06/2019 - 17:07

      What brand of camera/nvr do you use?

      • malcolmb on 03/06/2019 - 16:10

        I use the Wyze cams. Dirt cheap, very effective and you don't have to have a subscription to see part recordings.

  • Munkeyalan on 02/06/2019 - 16:54

    I have one of the cheapie Brilliant switches. Are these any better?

    • LowRange on 02/06/2019 - 18:09
      +1

      No

    • WazzaP on 03/06/2019 - 00:33

      The HS110 might be if you want power monitoring. Gregory Hills Bunnings had these on special when I went on sat (should have taken a pic/posted it here, but wasn't sure if it was Aus wide), the HS100 was 24 and HS110 for 29 from memory.

  • t3chshopper on 02/06/2019 - 17:02
    +1

    What?! Bunnings has click and collect now and online ordering? Thanks for this deal OP.

  • JM77 on 02/06/2019 - 17:58
    +6

    "Brilliant" plugs are cheaper ($20/ea) and can also be controlled by the Aldi Medion "Life+" app. (Edit: They also have USB plugs in them)

    They are probably not that different functionally (turn the switch on and off), maybe plug fit (you can't really run Brillant plugs side-by-side in a powerboard, but then I don't think you can these either).

    I do find that TP-Link stuff does fall off my network and need a restart on occasion.

    • LowRange on 02/06/2019 - 18:07
      +4

      I have these and i also have several of the Brilliant plugs from Bunnings. These are too wide and block the plugs next to it, they are also dearer and the app isnt as good.

      You are better off with the Brilliant plugs, and using the SmartLife or Tuya apps to control them. Those apps also control hundreds of other devices, sensors, lights, cameras etc so you can have many things under the one app.

    • nubzy on 02/06/2019 - 18:15
      +1

      +1 absolutely nothing wrong with the Brilliant brand, they are in fact brilliant and very good value (well, about what they all should be, doubt they cost much to produce). No need to spend more for these ones.

    • Grok on 02/06/2019 - 18:19

      Thanks, the Brilliant ones seem better than the TP Link ones?

      Anyone know different?

      • exidez on 02/06/2019 - 18:45

        Specification wise, they are exactly the same. the TP one states a greater maximum power at 3.68KW, (Brilliant states 2.4KW) but the limiting rating is actually the power point at 10A, 240V anyway so they are just making it look bigger when the maximum rated power should both be 2.4kW for both.

        TP has 3 years warranty, Brilliant has 1 year warranty. Other than that i cant see much difference other than shape.

        • endotherm on 02/06/2019 - 19:59

          What happens if you plug it into a 15A power point then?

          • robinCTS on 02/06/2019 - 21:41

            @endotherm:

            What happens if you plug it into a 15A power point then?

            Exactly1 the same as plugging it into a normal 10A GPO.

            If it really had a maximum power rating of 3.68kW, both GPOs would be able to supply enough power to meet its maximum output rating.

            1. Well, except for the safety issues. A 15A GPO ought be on a separate circuit with its own separate circuit breaker, so using it would be safer. There is still the problem of overloading the powerboard/double adaptor used to get up to the maximum power rating, as no single normal household appliance is rated at 3.68kW so at least two would be required. ↩

            • bargainshooter on 07/06/2019 - 10:27

              @robinCTS: Many household heating appliances spike above 10A. The 16A peak rating ensures the plug doesn't break down after an overload event.

        • robinCTS on 02/06/2019 - 21:40
          +3

          the TP one states a greater maximum power at 3.68KW, (Brilliant states 2.4KW)

          Actually, power specification wise, they are exactly the same.

          The 3.68kW is misleading wrong. The maximum load current specified is 10A. So that means the maximum RMS power rating is, wait for it, 2.4kW. RMS power is what is normally quoted when specifying power ratings.

          3.68kW turns out to be the maximum peak power rating for a mains supply of 260V! Talk about false advertising!

          It turns out that the limiting factor of a device is not power, but current. Too high a current and things start to melt and/or catch fire. Typically a device is protected from this with a fuse (resettable or one-time). The maximum power rating is then calculated from this value and the voltage1.

          The above, and the fact that 10A is the maximum rated current for a normal GPO (power point) in Australia, is the reason why the 10A maximum current rating is correct, whilst the 3.68kW maximum power rating is incorrect.

          the limiting rating is actually the power point at 10A, 240V

          Whilst technically correct (as in that's its maximum "rating"), GPOs don't normally have built-in protection mechanisms, and the actual physical limiting device is the power circuit fuse/circuit breaker of the home, which nowadays is 16A. This results in a maximum power supply of around 3.84kW, so it could theoretically2 power a "3.68kW" smart plug.

          1. And yes, this means that the maximum power rating for the same device when used in the US (and other 110V mains countries) is roughly halved. ↩

          2. Of course, there are other factors to consider, such as the risk of overloading the GPO/house wiring/powerboard/double adaptor and potentially causing a fire. ↩

          • Splurge on 03/06/2019 - 06:30

            @robinCTS: Looking for a smart switch to monitor the usage of my AC. AC rated at 10.5A nominal and 15A max. Are you aware of any 15A switches (wifi/zwave/ZigBee) on the market?

            • robinCTS on 03/06/2019 - 13:44
              +1

              @Splurge: Good question. There's quite a few available for the US, UK and other countries, but not many AU options.

              Here's a hardwired one that works for any country:

              For plug-in types I found a couple on Alibaba that seem to be available in an AU version:

              • This one can be bought in quantities of one.
              • This other one might be available in units of one (sample quantities of five are mentioned).
              • The specs for this last one suggest that it may be available in an AU version, though there is no specific mention of it.
              • Splurge on 04/06/2019 - 06:54
                +1

                @robinCTS: Crazy thought.. a number of established US smart switches support 90-250v 50/60hz 16A. Whats the stop me grabbing a wifi version of those and sticking a US/AUS adaptor on each side?

                • robinCTS on 04/06/2019 - 10:10

                  @Splurge: Not a crazy thought. I had the same idea, but decided not to post it for two reasons.

                  Firstly, I don't think you can get a 15A version (i.e. with the larger earth slot) of the adaptor on top. Thus you would have to either file/cut/grind down the earth blade of the aircon plug, or make up a short 15A extension cord adaptor, with a US plug on one end and a 15A AU socket on the other, and use that instead of the adaptor on top. (Or, alternatively, use the adaptor on top with a 10A plug to 15A socket extension cord.)

                  I'm assuming, of course, that the aircon has a 15A plug and is plugged into a 15A GPO.

                  Secondly, the adaptors would only be rated for 10A. Whilst they would be over-engineered and should be able to handle 15A (especially if not continuous), there's a risk of overheating, potentially resulting in a fire.

          • bargainshooter on 07/06/2019 - 09:17

            @robinCTS: It's 16A x 230v, not 260V. The increased peak power rating protects the device when using high current products, such as heaters. In my exoerience, many max 2.4kW smart plugs don't cope well with 2400watt heaters, hair dryers, clothes dryers. They sometimes exceed 10A. Australian 10A GPOs are rated to 16A and have 16A breakers. 15A GPOs can supply up to 20A (from memory) before tripping the circuit breaker.

        • N1ghthawk on 07/06/2019 - 09:25

          Thoughts on the Arlec versions;

          https://www.bunnings.com.au/search/products?q=Arlec%20smart&…

          Plugs, Double plugs and Powerboards

    • payless69 on 03/06/2019 - 08:19

      How do they compare with Sonoff? Any temp or humidity control?

  • Canberran on 02/06/2019 - 19:36
    +1

    Question for Google Home users: I have a Brilliant smart light one bit I can't get it to "Turn off in 30 minutes". I've heard you can with TP Link. Can anyone confirm?

  • payless69 on 02/06/2019 - 20:34

    Officeworks selling them off too. Happy price match.

    • tempura on 03/06/2019 - 07:53

      like 1 pack of 2 plugs? or they're happy to price match 2 x plug?

      • zealotman on 03/06/2019 - 14:07
        +1

        Went to officeworks today. They won't price match 2 plugs.

        Got one from JB Hi-FI (Gallery store) at $47.9.

        • tempura on 03/06/2019 - 18:31

          Went to officeworks today. They won't price match 2 plugs.

          They shouldn't price match; they should beat it by 5%. But thanks, good to know. I will try CBD branch tomorrow.

  • Stevefgcjyyt on 02/06/2019 - 21:31
    +1

    Prefer to get the HS110 models with the energy measurement. You can use them with home automation like Home Assistant and see what devices are on, how much power they are using etc. Great for monitoring how much my son has his computer on…

    • INFIDEL on 03/06/2019 - 09:50

      Son unplugs computer, plugs into wall socket…
      I'm not using the computer, Dad!
      Confirmed by HS110.

      Can monitor when appliances like washing machine have finished operation (effectively no power consumed). Discussed in earlier HS110 deal.
      But since cycle time is pretty constant on mine, I just look at time to check, or just get around to it later.

      Bought a couple of HS110 @$30+ each & Home Mini for $20 last year - still in box. Never found a worthwhile use.

      • raymosaurus on 04/06/2019 - 09:00

        Why did you buy "a couple" if you hadn't yet found a worthwhile use?

  • alienurbanite on 03/06/2019 - 00:27

    Anything like this that works with Apple Homekit / Apple HomePod?

  • INFIDEL on 03/06/2019 - 10:14
    +1

    Having to ask what I can do with these…
    Some do have real uses for them, but not me.

    Programming these to turn on/off at set times… seems easier just to buy a timer switch for a few $.

    I've given up on Wi-Fi / Google voice control for my simple tasks.
    I don't talk with my tech. Better to get out of chair & get a tiny bit of exercise & stretching…

    Bought a couple of cheap HS110 (with power monitoring), WiFi lights, & Home Mini last year. Had a play, then packed them away.

    Also have RF plugs to turn power on/off with remote (or via WiFi hub) - rarely used. It is handy to turn off things (eg battery charger) left on in garage. But a short walk would achieve the same result!

    Gone back to using wall switches to turn things on/off. Where power points are inaccessible - use accessible switched power board. And use a master/slave power board so when TV is turned on by remote, so are other devices.

    Motion detection lights (eg $15 solar or USB powered) in use in main areas.

    Using $10 graphing energy meters to monitor energy consumption of major appliances like fridge.

    Don't miss talking to get simple tasks done.

    • zealotman on 03/06/2019 - 14:03

      interested in $10 graphing energy meters… Can you please share more information? Do they use wifi? Where can I get these meters? Thanks.

      • INFIDEL on 03/06/2019 - 17:29

        Straight energy meters with screen, no other connection. Along with measurements, produces bar graph of daily/weekly/monthly electricty consumption/CO2/costs. Handy for comparison across seasons, etc. Stores data if no power.
        Used a more complex unit that sent data to PC - failed after a short while.

        No longer available. Bought a couple from Aldi years ago - clearance stock. Later models lack graphing.

        Currently using one on new 535L fridge bought for $314 in Deal last week. Monitoring power consumption with change in temperature settings.

    • Jhonka on 04/06/2019 - 15:02

      I have one for the coffee machine and the dogs heatpad.

  • Buyer10987 on 03/06/2019 - 14:20

    We've been using one for around 18 months now to turn on a small lamp in the family room.

    Best thing about it is that it turns the light on at "sunset" and turns it off at 11:59pm.

    As it is daylight saving 'aware' the time varies from around 5:30pm in the middle of winter to around 8:30pm (or whatever it is) in the middle of summer.

    Works as advertised!!

    S.

    • raymosaurus on 04/06/2019 - 09:04

      Daylight saving aware, or sunset aware?

      • Buyer10987 on 04/06/2019 - 10:04

        Both…. It turns on at 'sunset' and turns off at 11:59pm summer and winter time.

  • mikekiwimike on 03/06/2019 - 14:43

    I have my ‘dumb’ electric blanket always on. With Alexa I set it to come on at 7pm and turn off at 10pm…… initially the use case was “coming home late at night, wouldn’t it be nice to have a warm bed”.

  • Sickman on 03/06/2019 - 16:08
    +2

    Use my one to turn the slow cooker on 5 hrs before I get home. So meat is cooked perfect for when I get home.

  • guiggo on 03/06/2019 - 17:53

    JB Hifi price matched for me in Belconnen. Also, I use these for turning everything on/off from mains in my 2 living rooms. I don’t leave everything on standby so when I go in one of the rooms I say “Hey Google, turn on Loungeroom power”. Works really well.

    • tempura on 03/06/2019 - 18:32

      Damn JB, just mark them down already and create a deal for 2 plugs.

    • Grok on 03/06/2019 - 23:00
      +1

      Well not everything is not on standby….

      The smart switches use power doing nothing.

      They would have to use at least a watt, so even at 1watt they are using almost a kW a month

      • raymosaurus on 04/06/2019 - 09:11

        Man you're not an electrician are you.

        You mean kWh.

        I also suggest that you shouldn't assume that the HS100 uses 1 watt. With that said, 1 watt is three quarters of f#$@ all.

        • exidez on 12/06/2019 - 20:21
          +1

          Actually, on standby mine measured at 1.1 Watts so his assumption was more or less right.
          Still "f#$@ all" as you say. Looks like around $2.50 a year at about 26c/kwh

  • raymosaurus on 04/06/2019 - 09:19

    I'm a tradie. I sometimes tell Google to turn on the (slightly noisy) fan in my keg bar when I'm on my way home, so I have super chilled beers on tap ready for me the moment I walk in the door after a hard day's work.

  • McFly on 04/06/2019 - 12:59

    Anyone has any idea about using these or the Brilliants outside but under cover (for the pool?)

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