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Belkin Conserve Insight Energy Use Monitor F7C005Q
Last Updated: November 25, 2018 (Refresh Now)
7.9
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/10
Total Reviews
999
Old Reviews
653
Unverified
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Review Analysis - 266 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Power Consumption
43electricity, consumption, energy use, watt, power strip
+74%
-26%
" ... My electric bill is back below 100. ... Well worth the small price to know what's hogging all your energy. ... "
" ... It's a great way to reduce your electric bill. ... "
" ... does what it needs to, reads my power draw on items. ... "
" ... I bought this to investigate wattages to see what appliances could run on my generator. ... "
" ... Interesting device to monitor your power usage from a single outlet. ... Using it to test the power draw for my computer and how much it uses on a regular basis. ... But due to the amount charged by power company's plans, the wattage usage would be more accurate to see how much is the cost of power draw. ... If you're curious about your power usage from a single appliance or a power strip, then you'd be interested in something like this. ... "
" ... Great for shutdown those vampire ... "
" ... Hoping it helps with electric bill. ... "
" ... Great tool for calculating power draw of electronics. ... I've used this to optimize my energy consumption. ... It can also let you know if your electronics are leeching electricity even when they're turned off. ... "
Product Reliability
33year, stopped working, failed, belkin, 2015
+33%
-67%
" ... The second one works, but makes me wonder when it's going to decide to stop working. ... "
" ... I've tried other Belkin products and they worked horribly. ... "
" ... It was very lightly used and it kinda sucks that a $15 product lasted me less than two years with light usage. ... "
" ... Quit working after using five are six times ... "
" ... Unit worked fine for the first few years up until just tonight. ... "
" ... Purchased two of these in April 2015 ... I noticed in June 2017, that the Belkin auto shut off outlet had ceased functioning properly. ... After several hours and numerous observations it became apparent that the unit had completely failed, and would function only at the 6 hour setting. ... I purchased the exact same Belkin timer in June 2017, and it is defective right out of the box. ... "
" ... The unit shuts off prematurely after a few minutes for all time settings. ... "
" ... JUST bought this and used for two weeks. ... Then it died. ... Died as in won't work AT ALL. ... "
Marketplace
24works as advertised, amazon, exactly, works, sold
+83%
-17%
" ... Item just as expected. ... Will order again. ... "
" ... I showed the landlord and had a new A.C. units the next day. ... "
" ... Exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as expected. ... "
" ... This works as advertised, is exactly as pictured. ... "
" ... I bought mine on August 17, 2012. ... "
" ... Exactly like advertised ... "
" ... Would order from them again. ... "
Ease of Use
22easy, simple to use, simple, explanatory, button
+91%
-9%
" ... This device is easy to use and self-explanatory, for the most part. ... "
" ... Easy enough for them to touch the button and turn the lights back on if they choose. ... "
" ... Seems well built and is simple and easy to use. ... "
" ... Switch is easy to operate. ... "
" ... Just what I wanted, great value, and easy to use - I can tap the button and my fan comes on. ... "
" ... Rock solid, dependable, easy to use. ... "
" ... It's nice to use. ... "
" ... Very simple to use. ... "
Charging
18outlet, overcharging, chargers, batteries, wattage
+94%
-6%
" ... So many uses for this timed outlet plug: I use it in the kitchen for a mini lamp, in addition to charging our phones with it. ... "
" ... It perfect to not leave your charger connected all night, I use this also to other things like heaters. ... "
" ... I never have to worry about overcharging my phone and causing the battery to damage. ... "
" ... But due to the amount charged by power company's plans, the wattage usage would be more accurate to see how much is the cost of power draw. ... "
" ... I also see a use for cell phones to avoid over charging. ... "
" ... Very useful for plugging charger etc which you can turn off. ... "
" ... Great outlet for plugging in charging devices or to turn on and off wifi. ... "
" ... We charge our phones and tablets every night with the outlet. ... Six hours is plenty to charge everything and we know the charging adapters won't be power on all day. ... "
Controls
17switch, push, pressing, press the button, easy
+53%
-47%
" ... It has a nice click action, both tactile and audible, that feels good and is easy to switch. ... "
" ... Easy enough for them to touch the button and turn the lights back on if they choose. ... "
" ... Switch is easy to operate. ... "
" ... Just what I wanted, great value, and easy to use - I can tap the button and my fan comes on. ... "
" ... I do like that the outlet and readout are separate. ... "
" ... forgetting to turn things off. ... "
" ... The clear rocker switch lights up with a green glow when the Belkin Power Switch is turned on ... "
" ... Mounted switch to skirt of table top so now I just hit one button when I'm done. ... "
Remote
17switch, power, turn, control, stopped working
+47%
-53%
" ... The remote switch is horrible. ... Very poor remote operation. ... "
" ... I was attracted by the remote plug so I wouldn't have to squat down to read it but I'll be returning this and choosing a device that gives more detailed information. ... "
" ... Have had issues with the remote. ... I can no loge turn power off from remote. ... "
" ... My remote will only turn the power off, but not back on. ... If the remote doesn't turn it on too, there is no point. ... "
" ... The remote rocker is not very responsive and stopped working all together after the first week. ... Returning it until they improve the remote. ... "
" ... Also if you're remote doesn't work you're kinda screwed. ... Cause the override remote button doesn't work. ... "
" ... I thought the remote needed battery replacement but after getting new batteries the remote cannot activate the remote connectors. ... "
" ... It worked for about 5 days, and then would work intermittently, and then the energy remote totally stopped working. ... "
Capacity
16space heater, work, space heaters, room, shut
+100%
" ... This might just save my house from being burned down by my wife. ... "
" ... These are great, have several around house. ... "
" ... I use it with a space heater at work. ... "
" ... This is great for our kid's room. ... "
" ... We have several of these in our home. ... "
" ... These two devices are located upstairs and I'm usually downstairs. ... "
" ... it will be safe when leaving the house in the morning. ... "
" ... Reasonable range, though it doesn't travel through wood or walls. ... "
Product As Described
16works as advertised, exactly, works, expected, exactly as advertised
+100%
" ... Item just as expected. ... "
" ... Exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as expected. ... "
" ... This works as advertised, is exactly as pictured. ... "
" ... Exactly like advertised ... "
" ... EXACTLY AS ADVERTISED. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
Features
16switch, features, feature, timer, settings
+81%
-19%
" ... Works as expected, really love the light that turns on when it is in use, so at night when I'm not using the appliance, I don't forget to turn it off, veru useful ... "
" ... Works well, I like that it has the green light when turned on so you can notice if it's on or off. ... "
" ... Great for places that might not have overhead lighting do you can use the switch. ... "
" ... I used to have a Kill-A-Watt which did have a few other features but nothing that I would trade for the ability to not have to crawl on the ground every time I wanted to see the read out. ... "
" ... I do wish for the price that this energy monitor has a few more fancy features, but oh well! ... "
" ... Another useis for a garage light ... "
" ... I bought two of these Belkin Power Switches to easily switch off appliances totally instead of leaving them in standby mode. ... "
" ... Using it as a switch for my overhead work light so I can keep my multistrip on. ... "
Drying
12leave the house, hair straightener, iron, flat iron, dryer
+100%
" ... I always worry about leaving my hair straightener on. ... "
" ... I suppose it would be good for clothes and curling irons as well as blow dryers. ... "
" ... Great for electronic hair products ... "
" ... Great for hair straightener or curling iron without auto shut off. ... "
" ... I use mine for safety, to switch out a toaster and hair dryer rather than unplugging when I leave the house. ... "
" ... I use it with my iron. ... "
" ... I'll definitely burn fewer surfaces with my curling iron now that I have this. ... "
" ... Convenient for hair straighteners and curling irons. ... "
Battery Life
11batteries, 6 hours, hours, charging, overcharging
+73%
-27%
" ... I never have to worry about overcharging my phone and causing the battery to damage. ... "
" ... Perfect for what i needed so my battery doesn't overcharge ... "
" ... I ordered several of these as I have lithium batteries for my cordless vacs. ... "
" ... I use this to limit charging time on batteries, Works perfectly on the 3 hour setting. ... "
" ... I also use it for charging batteries on the battery charger ... "
" ... I like using it for various chargers that I don't want to leave on for more than a few hours. ... "
" ... Save my iPhone battery life. ... "
Hair
10hair, unplugged, cut, curling irons, worry
+100%
" ... I always worry about leaving my hair straightener on. ... "
" ... I use it in the bathroom for my hair appliances. ... "
" ... Great for electronic hair products ... "
" ... Love this - gives me the reassurance that my hair straightener won't be left on at home all day if I think I forgot to shut it off :) ... "
" ... Convenient for hair straighteners and curling irons. ... "
" ... Great for people who get side tracked or leave the house and can't remember if they unplugged their hair styling equipment. ... "
" ... I use this for my favorite curling rod/brush. ... "
" ... My daughter uses one with her hair straightener, so she knows she won't leave it on. ... "
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Size: 72 meters
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