A Refoss-class local monitor under the Meross name, a little cheaper.
Amazon $189.99The Meross EM16 and the Refoss EM16P are evenly matched, rated 4.2 and 4.1. The Meross EM16 costs $10 less ($189.99 vs $199.99).
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The pick for Home Assistant users who want circuit data without a cloud account.
Amazon $199.99Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every circuit-level home energy monitor; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Meross EM16 | Refoss EM16P |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Value 25% | 35 $189.99 | 32 $199.99 |
| Circuits 20% | 100 16 branch circuits | 100 16 branch circuits |
| Local control 20% | 100 local API, MQTT or hub, Home Assistant, works without the cloud | 100 local API, MQTT or hub, Home Assistant, works without the cloud |
| Accuracy 15% | 100 claimed within ±1% | 100 claimed within ±1% |
| Subscription 10% | 100 no subscription | 100 no subscription |
| Warranty 10% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Meross EM16 | Refoss EM16P | |
|---|---|---|
| Monitoring | ||
| Branch circuits included | 16 | 16 |
| Most circuits supported | 16 | 16 |
| Mains CT rating | 200 A | 200 A |
| Branch CT rating | 60 A | 60 A |
| Electrical systems | Split-phase, 3-phase | Split-phase, 3-phase |
| Solar / net metering | Yes | Yes |
| Claimed accuracy | ±1% | ±1% |
| Connectivity | ||
| Connection | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
| Local API / MQTT / hub | Yes | Yes |
| Home Assistant | Yes | Yes |
| Needs maker cloud | No | No |
| Free of subscription | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
