HomeWizard Energy Socket

Quick verdict

A smart plug that earns its place by doing energy monitoring really well. Plug in an appliance, and you get accurate real-time power data flowing into Home Assistant through a local API. No cloud involved. Perfect for tracking how much your dryer, fridge, or EV charger actually costs. The HomeWizard Energy integration is one of the best-rated in Home Assistant, and this socket is a big reason why. EU socket only, but for European users it is hard to beat.

Standout: WiFi smart plug with accurate built-in energy monitoring and a fully local API.

Notes last checked Mar 22, 2026.

Compatibility snapshot

Why it stands out

• built-in energy monitoring with accurate per-device consumption tracking
• excellent local API integrates smoothly with Home Assistant's energy dashboard
• no cloud dependency, works entirely on your local network

Reasons to hesitate

• EU socket type only, not available for US or UK outlets
• WiFi-based, so it depends on wireless network stability
• no Zigbee or Thread, does not contribute to a mesh network

Best for

• EU-based Home Assistant users who want per-device energy monitoring
• users tracking individual appliance consumption for Home Assistant's energy dashboard

Avoid if

• you are outside the EU and need a different socket type
• you prefer Zigbee or Thread devices for mesh network benefits

Privacy and local-control notes

Local WiFi device with a local API. No cloud account required. Energy data stays on your network.

Home Assistant support: supported · integration path: HomeWizard Energy.

Buying reality check

Price notes: Mid-range for a smart plug, but the energy monitoring capability adds significant value over basic on/off plugs.

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