economy
May 7, 2026
Expert calculates how much can be saved with smart plugs
Smart plugs allow apartment dwellers to save 200-800 rubles per month on electricity bills by eliminating standby power consumption, according to an expert from the NTI on promising and new energy sources Dmitry Vysogorsky. RIA Novosti, 05/07/2026
TL;DR
- Smart plugs can save 200-800 rubles per month by eliminating standby power consumption.
- They allow remote control of appliances via smartphone, voice assistants, or timers.
- Smart plugs help by cutting hidden consumption and automating device operation, not by reducing appliance consumption itself.
- Devices like TVs, chargers, coffee machines, and routers can consume 50-150W continuously if not fully unplugged.
- A good smart plug costs 1,000-2,500 rubles and can pay for itself in 5-10 months with minimal savings.
- They are particularly beneficial for homes with many appliances in standby mode, such as home theaters or old equipment.
- The main savings in a home come from insulation, replacing old appliances, and conscious consumption, with smart plugs being a supplementary tool.
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