Power monitor

[Murphy77 (Andy Cole)]

Is there a sensor that can be used to detect if power to an appliance stops? I.e to monitor a fridge/freezer.

Cheers

[kraegd (Kraeg)]

The standard SmartThings Plug will do this. Where in the world are you from and someone might be able to suggest some cheaper options?

[Entityxenon (Jake)]

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Problem with standard plug is that it can’t report power failure when it looses power, unless you constantly poll the device waiting for no response

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[RELEASE] Device Monitor - Get Notified if Devices Stop Reporting

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