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Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official Refoss and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
Refoss EM06P edges out SONOFF POWCT in 2026, led by warranty, metering, and data & monitoring.
Its clearest strengths are warranty, metering, and data & monitoring, and it still looks stronger on local control. Pick SONOFF POWCT only when integrations and relay output are the deciding factor for your setup. Overall, Refoss EM06P makes more sense for most people.
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| Feature | Refoss EM06P | SONOFF POWCT | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year | Refoss EM06P |
| Metering | Three-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor Readings | Solar Net Metering | Refoss EM06P |
| Integrations | Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | SONOFF POWCT |
| Data & Monitoring | Energy Cost Tracking, Data Export, Usage Alerts | Data Export, Usage Alerts | Refoss EM06P |
| Local Control | Local API, MQTT, Local Web Interface | None | Refoss EM06P |
| Relay Output | NO | YES | SONOFF POWCT |
| Rating | 4.5 | 4.5 | Tie |
| Breaker Panel Install | YES | YES | Tie |
| Smart Meter Port | NO | NO | Tie |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi | 2.4 GHz WiFi | Tie |
| Load Management | YES | YES | Tie |
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- + Warranty: 2 years
- + Metering: Three-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor Readings
- + Data & Monitoring: Energy Cost Tracking, Data Export, Usage Alerts
- - Integrations: Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
- - Relay Output: NO vs YES
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
- + Relay Output: YES
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 2 years
- - Metering: Solar Net Metering vs Three-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor Readings
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Refoss EM06P or SONOFF POWCT?
Refoss EM06P has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for warranty, metering, and data & monitoring.
What is the biggest difference between Refoss EM06P and SONOFF POWCT?
Warranty is one of the clearest differences: Refoss EM06P lists 2 years, while SONOFF POWCT lists 1 year.
Who should buy Refoss EM06P?
Choose Refoss EM06P if your priority is warranty and metering and that matters more than integrations.
Who should buy SONOFF POWCT?
Choose SONOFF POWCT if your priority is integrations and relay output and that matters more than warranty.
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