Kill A Watt can help you reduce your power bill. Kill A Watt will help find power-wasting appliances then you decide whether it is worth keeping them plugged in. For standard 115 VAC appliances only, 15 Amps maximum, 125 VAC maximum.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
for those with Hand problems:
For those with HAND problems: The packaging is one of those that makes it extremely difficult completely plastic enclosed types with NO easy way to open. Hard even with electric scissors since there is no easy level place to begin, all around is tightly sealed and Curved. It is NOT battery operated at all. Therefore you must be able to plug it in first - it is 3 prong, so if you have an old house with 2 prong this can't directly plug in. It is VERY difficult to get ANYTHING you plug in... more info
Very usefull meter:
The meter died after 15 minutes of use at 5% capacity.I called the factory rep and they said I had two choices for getting a replacement, thru them or Amazon.I chose Amazon and got a new unit the next day! Amazon also reimbursed my return postage!The replacement came in a slightly different package so I knew this came from a new lot.Working in electronics I am familiar with infant mortality.The second unit works great with no problems.The unit found electric leaks which switchable power strips fixed.Testing... more info
SO FAR SO GOOD:
FOR $20.00 THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST THING TO SAVE MONEY AND ENERGY. I'VE PLUGGED IN ALMOST EVERYTHING , INCLUDING THE REFRIGERATOR TO SEE THE WATTAGE. IT DOES ONLY TAKES FEW SECONDS. IAM HAPPY WITH THIS GADGET.
Geek out and save $!!! A few tips to get maximum value...:
If you've read the other reviews you know by now that this measures power consumption so you know how much it costs to keep lights on, etc. How much does it really cost me to leave my computer on 24/7? A fine tip Sharpie and some masking tape can dramatically increase the effectiveness of the information you get. I find you quickly forget what things cost to leave on... 1) Write your local electricity cost directly on the Kill-A-Watt (or on tape). This is because each time you unplug it to move it... more info
Uses infrared sensors to measure surface temperatures
Helps homeowners track down power-draining drafts
Sold with a 5 step guide to fixing basic energy leaks comes with the thermal leak detector, offering guidance on everything from caulking to weatherproofing windows and doors
Plugging leaks can save up to 20-Percent on heating and cooling costs!