Understanding WiFi Energy Monitor Systems: From Smart Monitoring to Three-Phase Applications

Why WiFi Energy Monitoring Is Gaining Attention As electricity costs continue to rise and energy transparency becomes increasingly important, many users are searching for practical ways to monitor power consumption remotely. This has led to growing interest in solutions often described as WiFi energy monitor systems or smart WiFi energy monitors. Although the terminology varies, … Read more

The Essential Guide to Smart Metering for Modern Solar & Storage Projects

Introduction: The Data Gap in Distributed Solar Energy The rapid expansion of rooftop solar and behind-the-meter storage represents a significant shift in energy infrastructure. For installers, integrators, and commercial clients, this shift introduces a critical operational challenge: a profound lack of actionable data. Standard utility meters were designed for a one-way flow, leaving stakeholders in … Read more

How Smart Power Monitors Are Transforming Energy Awareness in Homes and Small Businesses

Over the past decade, energy data has become one of the most valuable insights for households, small commercial buildings, and distributed energy systems. Traditional electricity meters can only provide historical readings, leaving users unaware of how their appliances behave, how much standby power is wasted, or whether solar systems are performing as expected.Today, a new … Read more

OWON Insights: Evolving Smart Meter Technologies for Modern Energy Monitoring

As homes and buildings continue to adopt renewable energy, electrified appliances, and connected systems, electricity monitoring has become a foundational requirement for both residential and commercial energy management. Modern smart meter technologies now offer more than basic consumption tracking—they provide deeper visibility, multi-circuit diagnostics, and integration support for platforms such as Home Assistant, building automation … Read more

Electricity Meters Explained: A Business Guide to Choosing the Right Type

Whether you’re a facility manager, a business owner, or an energy consultant, understanding your electricity meter is the first step toward controlling your energy costs. The humble meter has evolved far beyond simple analog dials. This guide will walk you through the different types of electricity meters, their applications, and how choosing the right one—especially a … Read more

SMETS1 Smart Meter: Technical Overview and Modern Alternatives

This technical analysis examines SMETS1 smart meter specifications and market limitations, while exploring how next-generation metering solutions overcome early technological constraints. Provides energy suppliers and system integrators with technical migration paths and modern deployment strategies, including communication protocol optimization and data integration solutions.”