Do Smart Plugs Save Energy?
A smart plug is a device you plug into an outlet with an additional socket on the front. Users then plug electric appliances into the smart plug, which works as a remote controller to that outlet.
But can they help you reduce your electricity consumption?
These gadgets are wonderful for many uses. For example, have you ever left the house wondering if you turned the iron off? Don’t worry, we’ve all been there, and luckily smart plugs can help.
But what about devices that need to stay plugged in — will a smart plug help reduce their electricity usage?
This article covers everything you need to know about this handy tool’s potential impact on utility costs.
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How Much Energy Do Smart Plugs Use?
When not in use, a standard outlet doesn’t consume any electricity. So why would anyone want to use a smart plug if it consumes energy, and how could that consumption save you energy?
Smart plugs consume a small amount of electricity to maintain a connection with your home’s Wi-Fi.
Annually, a smart plug uses around 10kWh. However, this seems negligible — especially when you consider the energy these plugs have the potential to save you, which we’ll get into next.