Data from Amazon and official Refoss and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
SONOFF POWCT edges out Refoss EM01P in 2026, led by price, breaker panel install, and integrations. The comparison tilts its way because of price, breaker panel install, and integrations, with relay output and load management keeping it in front. Choose Refoss EM01P only if smart meter port and local control matter more to you than the broader advantage from SONOFF POWCT. That is why the final call still favors SONOFF POWCT.
| Feature | Refoss EM01P | SONOFF POWCT | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $69.99 | $38.19 | SONOFF POWCT |
| Breaker Panel Install | NO | YES | SONOFF POWCT |
| Smart Meter Port | YES | NO | Refoss EM01P |
| Integrations | Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, IFTTT | SONOFF POWCT |
| Local Control | Local API, MQTT, Local Web Interface | None | Refoss EM01P |
| Relay Output | NO | YES | SONOFF POWCT |
| Load Management | NO | YES | SONOFF POWCT |
| Metering | Solar Net Metering | Solar Net Metering | Tie |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi | 2.4 GHz WiFi | Tie |
| Data & Monitoring | Energy Cost Tracking, Data Export | Data Export, Usage Alerts | Tie |
16% OFF
$69.99
$82.99
- + Smart Meter Port: YES
- + Local Control: Local API, MQTT, Local Web Interface
- - Price: $69.99 vs $38.19
- - Breaker Panel Install: NO vs YES
Winner
$38.19
- + Price: $38.19
- + Breaker Panel Install: YES
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, IFTTT
- - Smart Meter Port: NO vs YES
- - Local Control: None vs Local API, MQTT, Local Web Interface
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Refoss EM01P or SONOFF POWCT?
SONOFF POWCT has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, breaker panel install, and integrations.
What is the biggest difference between Refoss EM01P and SONOFF POWCT?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Refoss EM01P lists $69.99, while SONOFF POWCT lists $38.19.
Which one looks better on price?
Refoss EM01P is listed at $69.99, while SONOFF POWCT is listed at $38.19. SONOFF POWCT (better spec).
Who should buy Refoss EM01P?
Choose Refoss EM01P if your priority is smart meter port and local control and that matters more than price.
Who should buy SONOFF POWCT?
Choose SONOFF POWCT if your priority is price and breaker panel install and that matters more than smart meter port.
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