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Aeotec Home Energy Meter 8 vs Refoss EM16P

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Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official Aeotec and Refoss sites.
2026 verdict
Refoss EM16P beats Aeotec Home Energy Meter 8 in 2026, with its clearest edge on warranty, metering, and connectivity.
Refoss EM16P
Winner
Refoss EM16P
$169.99$199.9915% OFF
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The main reason it wins is warranty, metering, and connectivity, and data & monitoring and local control strengthen that case. Aeotec Home Energy Meter 8 remains a niche alternative if price and integrations matter more than the rest of the comparison. That is enough to make Refoss EM16P the better pick for most buyers.
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FeatureAeotec Home Energy Meter 8Refoss EM16PWinner
Price$95.99$169.99Aeotec Home Energy Meter 8
Warranty1 year2 yearsRefoss EM16P
MeteringSplit-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor ReadingsSplit-Phase Support, Three-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor ReadingsRefoss EM16P
ConnectivityZ-Wave2.4 GHz WiFi, BluetoothRefoss EM16P
IntegrationsSamsung SmartThings, Home AssistantHome AssistantAeotec Home Energy Meter 8
Data & MonitoringNoneEnergy Cost Tracking, Data Export, Usage AlertsRefoss EM16P
Local ControlNoneLocal API, MQTT, Local Web InterfaceRefoss EM16P
Load ManagementNOYESRefoss EM16P
Rating4.24.2Tie
Breaker Panel InstallYESYESTie
Smart Meter PortNONOTie
Relay OutputNONOTie
Aeotec

Aeotec Home Energy Meter 8

$95.99
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  • + Price: $95.99
  • + Integrations: Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
  • - Warranty: 1 year vs 2 years
  • - Metering: Split-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor Readings vs Split-Phase Support, Three-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor Readings
Winner
Refoss

Refoss EM16P

15% OFF
$169.99
$199.99
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  • + Warranty: 2 years
  • + Metering: Split-Phase Support, Three-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor Readings
  • + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth
  • - Price: $169.99 vs $95.99
  • - Integrations: Home Assistant vs Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Aeotec Home Energy Meter 8 or Refoss EM16P?

Refoss EM16P has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for warranty, metering, and connectivity.

What is the biggest difference between Aeotec Home Energy Meter 8 and Refoss EM16P?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Aeotec Home Energy Meter 8 lists $95.99, while Refoss EM16P lists $169.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Aeotec Home Energy Meter 8 is listed at $95.99, while Refoss EM16P is listed at $169.99. Aeotec Home Energy Meter 8 (better spec).

Who should buy Aeotec Home Energy Meter 8?

Choose Aeotec Home Energy Meter 8 if your priority is price and integrations and that matters more than warranty.

Who should buy Refoss EM16P?

Choose Refoss EM16P if your priority is warranty and metering and that matters more than price.

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