"They do nothing to save you power Scam "power saving" devices are rampant online. These devices plug into an outlet and promise to "improve the use of energy," "extend the life of electrical equipment," and even "avoid illegal electrical waste." Sounds great, right? Also: This USB power meter I tested is shockingly accurate - especially for how cheap it is Well, despite the bold claims and the sticker on the front of the unit, they are too good to be true."
"I've bought quite a few of these to test -- and report to the relevant authorities -- and they're all junk. Plug these into your outlet and the best you can hope for is that they sit in the outlet and add a little to your power bill because of the LED lights on the front. The worst outcome is that they set your place alight because they are so badly made."
"Don't buy them Here's an example of such a unit, this one aimed at the UK market, but you'll find similar units for sale in all the usual places online. Even the plug itself doesn't conform to UK regulations. It tries hard to look authentic, with a fake testing number on the back. Even the plug itself doesn't conform to UK regulations. I recorded a video for social media about a similar device a few years ago that explains the issue with the plug."
Consumers seeking small energy savings face widespread scam 'power-saving' devices that plug into outlets and make unfounded claims to improve energy use, extend equipment life, or avoid electrical waste. Many units are repurposed rodent repeller cases, display fake testing numbers, and fail to meet plug regulations. These devices often add consumption because of LED lights and can present serious fire hazards. Legitimate steps include using smart plugs and power strips and monitoring device-level usage to cut bills and prevent wasted power. Unsafe or noncompliant products should be avoided and reported to relevant authorities.
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