Tips to Reduce Your Always On Usage

The average Sense home constantly uses about 251W of Always On power. If you’re below that—great! But there’s always room to reduce unnecessary energy waste.

Why Does Always On Matter?

Did you know that every 1W of Always On power costs about $1.05 per year? That may not sound like much, but it adds up—especially if your electricity rates are higher.

Ways to Reduce Always On Power

1. Unplug Unused Devices

Devices that aren’t frequently used—like a printer—can be unplugged when not in use.

2. Use a Power Strip

Plug Always On devices into a power strip and turn it off when they’re not needed. Some smart power strips even shut off automatically based on the status of a main device, like a TV.

3. Try Smart Plugs

Even better than a power strip—a smart plug! Sense integrates with several leading smart plug models, allowing you to:
✅ Instantly detect connected devices
✅ Turn them on/off from the Sense app
✅ Schedule them to turn off when not needed

4. Enable Power-Saving Mode

Many electronics, including computers and game consoles, have built-in power-saving settings. Enable these whenever possible.

5. Upgrade to Energy-Efficient Devices

Older devices can be big energy hogs. If you have an old TV, monitor, or desktop computer, consider upgrading to a more efficient model.

💡 Note: Your Always On bubble represents an average over the past few days, so changes won’t reflect immediately. To see real-time energy savings, check the Power Meter in the Sense app.

What’s Using Your Always On Power?

Here are some common Always On offenders—do any of these sound familiar?

While some of these devices—like a radon fan or recirculation pump—should stay on, more energy-efficient alternatives may be available.

Start reducing your Always On energy today—and watch the savings add up!