So I wanted to get myself a Kill-a-watt. Being who I am, I wanted information regarding its accuracy, especially at low power draws. I found a comparison with a industry grade equipment (Fluke is about the best out there in handheld electrical meters). It’s not encouraging, so I thought about a more proper meter, but it’s not easy to find an actual power meter that is accurate at low loads, isn’t a hassle to install and doesn’t cost an arm and a leg.
What do you use? Am I overthinking it?
Well, I’m an electrical engineer and I like tinkering. This wouldn’t be used solely to optimize my home server, I would use for other stuff around the house and projects I get into. So yeah, I’m willing to part with double what a killawatt costs if that means a better instrument.
Aight, well, then I’d say that you’ve answered your question as to whether it’d be worthwhile.
Oh, that was clear. Finding a more accurate killawatt is what eludes me.