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Watts Up Pro Portable Plug In Power Meter with Software
Simply plug any device into Watts Up Pro and the meter instantaneously displays the wattage (power) being used, as well as the cost in dollars and cents.
All models are typically in stock and can typically ship the same or next day by method of your choice - UPS, FEDEX, parcel post, etc.
Watts Up Pro provides lots of information yet it is simple to use. Only 6 values are displayed in the main modes. The other information is available in the detail mode. Clear English wording (not abbreviations) on the LCD is used to describe what is displayed.
Watts Up Pro incorporates sophisticated digital electronics that enable precise and accurate measurements. State-of-the-art digital microprocessor design utilizes high-frequency sampling of both voltage and current measurements for true power.Power factor is captured so even phase-shifted loads such as motors are accurately measured. Fast, intuitive and easy-to-use, WattsUp Pro quickly and accurately measures any 120V AC appliance.
This WattsUp Pro Monitor will provide the following information: current watts, minimum watts, maximum watts, power factor, cumulative watt hours, average monthly kilowatt hours, tier 2 kilowatt hour threshold (used to calculate secondary kWh rates), elapsed time, cumulative cost, average monthly cost, line volts, minimum volts, maximum volts, current amps, minimum amps, and maximum amps. The PRO model also displays Power cycle. Note that this monitor's watt measure displays "true power", which factors in a device's power factor.
This model will store up to 2,000 data points, which may be downloaded to a PC computer with the supplied PC software via a USB cable. The software allows access to the data table, offers charting and payback analysis, and permits the export of data in a comma-delimited format.
There are two other models to choose from :
- Watts Up Standard shows data on the screen but does not have memory - you must write results down for your records.
- Watts Up Pro ES has extended memory to save more data over a longer period of time than the Watts Up Pro. It also has Windows reporting software and communications cable.
All models display this information:
- Cost - in dollars and cents
- Average monthly cost
- Average monthly kWh
- True power
- Cumulative power
- Time
- RMS voltage and current (amps)
- Maximum & minimum RMS voltage & current
- Maximum & minimum watts
- Power factor
- Duty cycle
All models are typically in stock and can typically ship the same or next day by method of your choice - UPS, FEDEX, parcel post, etc.
For more information, see the features,specifications and software tabs above.
| Note : This product measures energy consumption of plug-in appliances. To also measure the total power consumption of your home, consider purchasing the Watts Up Pro as part of a Total Home Energy Monitor Kit with either the Power Cost Monitor, The Energy Detective or Cent-a-meter. |
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This Watts Up? meter measures voltage and current thousands of times a second so it has an incredibly fast response time which enables you to "see the surge" of power when appliances are first turned on. The peak value display captures this surge so it is displayed even if it happens too fast to see live. The minimum RMS voltage display shows the line quality and voltage dips. Minimum RMS current and minimum watts can be used to monitor variances in appliances that run continuously.
Watts up? measures true power (including power factor). True power is what utilities charge for, which can be different than a simple voltage and current measurement (this is called "apparent power"). The duty cycle display shows the percent of time a load is above a preset threshold level. For instance, this threshold can be set to 100 watts and with a refrigerator the duty cycle display will show the percent of time that the compressor is running. A high reading may indicate a bad motor or low freon.
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The PRO model also comes with software and USB interface to a PC.
The software automatically graphs all the data and includes an integrated analysis tool, called the Payback Calculator, which automatically calculates the time required for a new energy efficient appliance to pay for itself. Monthly savings are calculated, and they are compared to the purchase price of the new appliance.
As a data logger, the PRO records all the data into non-volatile (stored even if power is lost) memory. One thousand twenty-three data points are stored, starting with a sampling rate resolution of one second. The sample rate resolution increases over time (sample rate equals total time divided by 1023) so years of usage can be accurately recorded. Use the spreadsheet calculator below to determine what the logging interval will be, based on how long you are logging. For instance, the calculator will tell you that the interval between data will be 1 hour, 8 minutes and 16 seconds if you have logged data for 6 weeks.
The PRO also records any power interruptions, which is extremely handy when performing an audit of several devices. In addition, the Pro is capable of real time logging. The communication protocol is fully documented in the help file, including a list of commands required for real-time logging (our software would not be used). The User Forum on this website is a place where users can swap information pertaining to the creation of code which supports real time logging. If you are curious about the software, download it for free in the downloads section. There is also a sample data log which can be loaded into the software so you can get a sense for how easy the software is to use.
Watts up? measures true power (including power factor). True power is what utilities charge for, which can be different than a simple voltage and current measurement (this is called "apparent power"). The duty cycle display shows the percent of time a load is above a preset threshold level. For instance, this threshold can be set to 100 watts and with a refrigerator the duty cycle display will show the percent of time that the compressor is running. A high reading may indicate a bad motor or low freon.
- Internal Memory for over 2,000 Records (over 30,000 if just watts)
- USB interface and logging capability
- 18 values displayed
- Cost displayed
- 1.5% accuracy
- World-wide compatibility
- PC interface
- Software included
- Real-time logging capable (additional software required)
- User selectable and automatic interval setting
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The PRO model also comes with software and USB interface to a PC. The software automatically graphs all the data and includes an integrated analysis tool, called the Payback Calculator, which automatically calculates the time required for a new energy efficient appliance to pay for itself. Monthly savings are calculated, and they are compared to the purchase price of the new appliance.
As a data logger, the PRO records all the data into non-volatile (stored even if power is lost) memory. One thousand twenty-three data points are stored, starting with a sampling rate resolution of one second. The sample rate resolution increases over time (sample rate equals total time divided by 1023) so years of usage can be accurately recorded. Use the spreadsheet calculator below to determine what the logging interval will be, based on how long you are logging. For instance, the calculator will tell you that the interval between data will be 1 hour, 8 minutes and 16 seconds if you have logged data for 6 weeks.
The PRO also records any power interruptions, which is extremely handy when performing an audit of several devices. In addition, the Pro is capable of real time logging. The communication protocol is fully documented in the help file, including a list of commands required for real-time logging (our software would not be used). The User Forum on this website is a place where users can swap information pertaining to the creation of code which supports real time logging. If you are curious about the software, download it for free in the downloads section. There is also a sample data log which can be loaded into the software so you can get a sense for how easy the software is to use.
- Accuracy: +/- 3% (loads above 10 watts), +/-5% (loads below 10 watts)
- Power Requirements: 120 Volts AC, 60 Hz, 15 amps (Below 60 watts, amps and power factor lose accuracy)
- Dimensions: 18 cm long (7") x 10 cm wide (4") x 5 cm "2") thick
- Weight: 0.7 kg (1.5 lbs)
- Approvals: UL (C), UL (US)
- Manufacturer Warranty: 1 Year
- Higher ratings of 100-277v, 50/60Hz, and 20 amps require appropriate country specific cord set and receptacle, and is NOT UL listed. Internal electronics are the same.
- USB interface
- Mains supply voltage fluctuations not to exceed +/- 10% of the nominal voltage
- Rate can be entered from $0.001 to $85.00 per kilowatt hour, in tenths of a penny
- Input is via 6' electric cord, output is via outlet on top of meter
- Indoor use only
For UL rating
- Watts up? is UL listed to standard 3111-1
- Altitude up to 2000 meters
- Temperature 50 C to 400 C
- Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 310 C decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 400 C
- Installation Category II
There are two types of software available for the WattsUp? Pro and WattsUp? Pro ES power monitors.
The standard software is included with each one. The Realtime software allows you to monitor results through a Windows PC computer in real time and is an optional extra. (See the accessories tab).
The features of each are listed below for comparison.
| REALTIME SOFTWARE | STANDARD SOFTWARE |
| Continuous logging of data in real time | Manual download of all data in memory |
| Collects data and graphs it | Collects data and graphs it |
| Updates time stamp to current time | Updates time stamp to current time |
| Exports to Excel and Word | Exports to Excel and Word |
| Includes Payback calculator | Includes Payback calculator |
| Updates in Real Time | N/A |
| Refresh rate as fast as 1 second | N/A |
| Strip chart mode so graphs only shows last number of minutes or number of samples | N/A |
| E-mail notifications based on user selectable criteria (peak usage, voltage sag, total usage, etc | N/A |
| Log files automatically created based on user selectable intervals (daily, every 10k records, etc) | N/A |
| Statistics automatically calculated | N/A |
| Cost: US$72.95 | Included with Pro and ES versions |
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Popularity: 74.20%
Customer Ratings: 
4.0 of 5 (16 reviews)
4.0 of 5 (16 reviews)
Recommended: YES: 15 | NO: 1
Watts Up Pro
Pat RECOMMENDS THIS PRODUCT
October 11, 2010
The Good:
Easy to read screen. Find out how much an appliance is costing you on a monthly basis with the touch of a button, It will also capture the peak wattage of the device so you can immediately see the starting current or how much current the defrost cycle on your frige is using. Too many other features to mention - just a great product.
The Bad:
None that I have seen.
The Bottom Line:
Excellent product for evaluating electricity usage of your appliances in your home.
Easy to read screen. Find out how much an appliance is costing you on a monthly basis with the touch of a button, It will also capture the peak wattage of the device so you can immediately see the starting current or how much current the defrost cycle on your frige is using. Too many other features to mention - just a great product.
The Bad:
None that I have seen.
The Bottom Line:
Excellent product for evaluating electricity usage of your appliances in your home.
Watts Up Pro
Louis Kovach RECOMMENDS THIS PRODUCT
April 22, 2009
The Good:
Able to log memery use of all fuctions
The Bad:
Won't run on my Vista 32 Bit Machine program.Run OK on Vista 64 Bit Program, HP computers M-9510.
The Bottom Line:
Good.
Able to log memery use of all fuctions
The Bad:
Won't run on my Vista 32 Bit Machine program.Run OK on Vista 64 Bit Program, HP computers M-9510.
The Bottom Line:
Good.
Great product and software
D The B RECOMMENDS THIS PRODUCT
February 07, 2009
The Good:
Excellent product, easy to use software - extension cord makes it easy to use the meter.
The Bad:
no bad points
The Bottom Line:
Excellent product and software
Excellent product, easy to use software - extension cord makes it easy to use the meter.
The Bad:
no bad points
The Bottom Line:
Excellent product and software
Watts Up Pro
Denny RECOMMENDS THIS PRODUCT
February 03, 2009
The Good:
Easy to use. Works well with spreadsheets
The Bad:
Haven't found any
The Bottom Line:
Does what's advertised
Easy to use. Works well with spreadsheets
The Bad:
Haven't found any
The Bottom Line:
Does what's advertised
Watts Up Pro
Stu RECOMMENDS THIS PRODUCT
February 02, 2009
The Good:
Works as advertised; helping identify chargers/stuff that always draw power
The Bad:
a bit simplistic, unless you are familiar with computers and data transfers
The Bottom Line:
Its helping me get rid if wasted power, especially since Allegheny rates are now going "market", i.e. UP; so much for deregulation.
Works as advertised; helping identify chargers/stuff that always draw power
The Bad:
a bit simplistic, unless you are familiar with computers and data transfers
The Bottom Line:
Its helping me get rid if wasted power, especially since Allegheny rates are now going "market", i.e. UP; so much for deregulation.
S'Ok
Will K RECOMMENDS THIS PRODUCT
November 11, 2008
The Good:
It does what it promises
The Bad:
Clunky interface
The Bottom Line:
Just OK
It does what it promises
The Bad:
Clunky interface
The Bottom Line:
Just OK
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Dennis U RECOMMENDS THIS PRODUCT
October 21, 2008
The Good:
Provides good data on power usage of plug in power products.
The Bad:
Not compatible with Apple Mac for data download.
The Bottom Line:
Works great for my purposes, to evaluate power usage of electric products that plug in to standard 110VAC outlets. I found some areas to improve.
Provides good data on power usage of plug in power products.
The Bad:
Not compatible with Apple Mac for data download.
The Bottom Line:
Works great for my purposes, to evaluate power usage of electric products that plug in to standard 110VAC outlets. I found some areas to improve.
Unacceptable performance
No alias DOES NOT RECOMMEND THIS PRODUCT
October 20, 2008
The Good:
plan of device and ease of use is fine.
The Bad:
Instruction booklet inadequate. Explanation of operation and printout insufficient.
The Bottom Line:
unable to use in present form
plan of device and ease of use is fine.
The Bad:
Instruction booklet inadequate. Explanation of operation and printout insufficient.
The Bottom Line:
unable to use in present form
Watts Up Pro
hracromn RECOMMENDS THIS PRODUCT
October 17, 2008
The Good:
Easy to use.
The Bad:
None.
The Bottom Line:
Excellent product.
Easy to use.
The Bad:
None.
The Bottom Line:
Excellent product.
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KEN RECOMMENDS THIS PRODUCT
October 16, 2008
The Good:
can check any individual appliance that uses 110v power. can download recorded power usage.
The Bad:
none that i have noticed
The Bottom Line:
good
can check any individual appliance that uses 110v power. can download recorded power usage.
The Bad:
none that i have noticed
The Bottom Line:
good
Answers every question!
Jim K. RECOMMENDS THIS PRODUCT
October 16, 2008
The Good:
Easy to use, tracks power (voltage, amps, watts) for as much time as you like.
The Bad:
Can't think of any bad points. Maybe cooler colors, or racing stripes :).
The Bottom Line:
Easy to plug in, store data, upload to a laptop, plot with Excel or OpenOffice.
Easy to use, tracks power (voltage, amps, watts) for as much time as you like.
The Bad:
Can't think of any bad points. Maybe cooler colors, or racing stripes :).
The Bottom Line:
Easy to plug in, store data, upload to a laptop, plot with Excel or OpenOffice.
Very useful
Rob RECOMMENDS THIS PRODUCT
October 16, 2008
The Good:
Does exactly what it is supposed to do.
The Bad:
Needs a resettable circuit breaker to protect it from overloads or shorts. I also had to call you to figure out how to reset the meter's memory. The software wasn't very clear. The column titles don't line up with the data when you open the downloaded text file. The column titles don't line up witha
The Bottom Line:
Once I fighred out how to use it, it's great! very reasonable price.
Does exactly what it is supposed to do.
The Bad:
Needs a resettable circuit breaker to protect it from overloads or shorts. I also had to call you to figure out how to reset the meter's memory. The software wasn't very clear. The column titles don't line up with the data when you open the downloaded text file. The column titles don't line up witha
The Bottom Line:
Once I fighred out how to use it, it's great! very reasonable price.
Great Product
Scott RECOMMENDS THIS PRODUCT
October 16, 2008
The Good:
Simple to use. Everything needed for simple energy auditing. Software is comprehensive.
The Bad:
Can't think of any.
The Bottom Line:
I've enjoyed using the Watts Up Pro both for energy audits, and for curiosity around my house. It does everything I need it to, and it's easy to use.
Simple to use. Everything needed for simple energy auditing. Software is comprehensive.
The Bad:
Can't think of any.
The Bottom Line:
I've enjoyed using the Watts Up Pro both for energy audits, and for curiosity around my house. It does everything I need it to, and it's easy to use.
Watts Up Pro
pelpel RECOMMENDS THIS PRODUCT
October 16, 2008
The Good:
works as advertised
The Bad:
only 110 V. need same for 220 / 240V
The Bottom Line:
no issues
works as advertised
The Bad:
only 110 V. need same for 220 / 240V
The Bottom Line:
no issues
Watts Up Pro
Windward Mark Ltd. RECOMMENDS THIS PRODUCT
October 16, 2008
The Good:
Features, ease of use, size and durability
The Bad:
None
The Bottom Line:
Excellent product
Features, ease of use, size and durability
The Bad:
None
The Bottom Line:
Excellent product
Good solid meter
Pilsmore RECOMMENDS THIS PRODUCT
October 16, 2008
The Good:
Simple to use and great results
The Bad:
Maybe more than one patch plug for multiple devices (but you can always use a power strip)
The Bottom Line:
Great little power meter
Simple to use and great results
The Bad:
Maybe more than one patch plug for multiple devices (but you can always use a power strip)
The Bottom Line:
Great little power meter
