How I Managed to Cut Down Energy Bills Using Aqara Smart Plugs

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Not gonna lie, I wasn’t expecting much when I first grabbed a couple of Aqara smart plugs on sale. But man, these little things ended up saving me more than a few bucks on my monthly power bill.

Here’s the deal: I live in a two-bedroom condo and had a bunch of stuff running even when I wasn’t using it — old school coffee maker, space heater, my partner’s always-on vanity mirror light (don’t ask), and a few other “silent killers.” Hooked them all up with Aqara smart plugs and paired everything with automations in HomeKit.

Scheduled the plugs to cut power to everything at night or when we’re out, and boom — instant control. Also set Aqara plugs to monitor the energy usage, and what I saw honestly shocked me. That one dusty gaming console? Yeah, pulling way more juice than expected even in sleep mode.

If you’re looking into smart ways (pun intended) to shave off some energy costs, start with these plugs. Anyone else doing some creative automations with them? Would love to hear how other are using them to keep bills low.

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@HubHacker Thank you for sharing your experience with the Aqara Smart Plugs! It’s always exciting to hear about real-world applications and how these smart devices can make a tangible difference in our lives. Your setup in the condo, automating appliances to cut off power when not in use, is a fantastic way to reduce energy consumption.

The Aqara Smart Plug’s ability to integrate with HomeKit for automation and schedule-based control is indeed a powerful feature. Plus, the added benefit of monitoring energy usage can be an eye-opener, as you’ve discovered with your gaming console. These insights are invaluable for anyone looking to optimize their energy usage and cut down on bills.

Your story is not only informative but also inspiring for others who might be considering similar steps. Let’s keep the conversation going! I’m curious to see how others in the community are using Aqara Smart Plugs to manage energy consumption. Please feel free to share more of your creative automation ideas!