Jeff Geerling·46wHow I monitor and control all my powered devices (Zigbee + HA)
A detailed guide on using ThirdReality Zigbee smart outlets with Home Assistant Yellow for monitoring power consumption and remotely controlling devices. The setup includes 16 outlets throughout home and studio, providing accurate power measurements within 1 watt, reliable Zigbee connectivity, and ApexCharts visualization. The author compares these outlets favorably against Z-Wave and WiFi alternatives, noting their reliability for various devices from NAS systems to 3D printers, with minor drawbacks being delayed updates and firmware update interruptions.
