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Powerpal

Powerpal

See your power

24 ratings
144 reviews
🔧 Utilities
🌟 Lifestyle
Free

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Released
November 16, 2018
Updated
January 27, 2026

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Developer

Amber Electric Pty Ltd
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Monitor your home's real-time energy consumption and track historical usage. Set monthly spending targets, receive alerts, and get tips to optimize energy use and save money. Integrates with time-of-use tariffs for further savings.

✓Real-time power usage display
✓Historical energy consumption tracking
✓Monthly spend target setting
✓On-target and off-track alerts
✓Energy-saving tips
✓Time-of-use tariff integration
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What users say about Powerpal

Reviews of Powerpal are mixed: the Lifestyle app is rated 4.6/5 from 24 App Store ratings. What users like most: real-time power consumption monitoring, helps users reduce electricity bills. Top complaints: pairing failures with error 403, portrait mode only - no landscape support. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 📊Real-time power consumption monitoring
  • 💰Helps users reduce electricity bills
  • 🎨Intuitive and easy-to-use interface
  • 📈Multiple graph and visualization formats
  • 🔧Simple installation process
  • 📱Works across multiple devices
  • 🆓Free app and device offering
  • ⚡Accurate power usage readings
  • 🏠Non-invasive hardware installation
  • 🌞Useful for solar panel owners
  • 👥Excellent customer service and support
  • 📲Reliable Bluetooth connectivity (when working)

Negative things

  • 🐛Pairing failures with error 403
  • 📱Portrait mode only - no landscape support
  • 🔋Battery dies after 2-3 years without replacement option
  • 📡Limited Bluetooth range and connectivity issues
  • ⚙️Rigid tariff configuration options
  • 🔌No remote access or WiFi connectivity
  • 💾Data loss after app updates
  • 🔄Frequent disconnections from device
  • 📊Limited to single tariff with only 4 time periods
  • 🚫App crashes and freezes on startup
  • ⚠️Recent firmware/app updates causing regressions
  • 🔐Can only connect one device at a time
  • 📉Missing historical data gaps
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What's New in Powerpal

2.3.0

January 27, 2026

Just tightening things up: better performance, fewer bugs.

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Great user friendly really helps with awareness of energy consumption….

Good for everything to help you get usage under control,
But … there is no way to change the time when daylight savings time differences come in ,what do
I do ?
GEGamer extraordinaire

Will there be an update for the new Solar Sharer rates?

The app functionality was spot on and accurate before August 1, now it's hard to tell how much a bill is going to be as TOU; Peak, Off-Peak & Shoulder are for the pre-August 2026 hours and don't reflect the new changes implemented.
DDARKDNCR

Doesnt support free usage hours

It’s been awesome honestly, until lately now that I have 3 free hours of electricity. There is sadly no way to put this in the app currently
MMuzzarg

Rates flexibility

Would like have ability to set an extra rate like “Super Off peak rate” = $0.00
6645040

Tariffs need update

Please update the tariffs to include the free power usage from 11am to 2pm for OVO and other providers in future.
FFirey05
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Developer apps

Amber Electric
Amber Electric

by Amber Electric Pty Ltd

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Reported Bugs

15 issues

Error 403 pairing failures on iOS and Android

Bug

App crashes when entering pairing code

Bug

Forced update screen with no skip/cancel option

Bug

Update failures preventing app launch

Bug

Bluetooth disconnections even when device is nearby

Bug

Inconsistent readings between paired devices

Bug

LED sensitivity issues after firmware updates

Bug

Remote connection setting being ignored

Bug

Data disappearing after app updates

Bug

App not registering zero usage when devices are off

Bug

Poor Bluetooth signal strength (30% max)

Bug

Navigation loop restricted to sequential movement

Bug

Missing readings and data gaps

Bug

Slow response time to power changes

Bug

Graph display showing incorrect zero values

Bug
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Requested Features

18 requests

Landscape mode support for tablets/iPads

Feature

Custom tariff time configuration

Feature

WiFi connectivity for remote monitoring

Feature

Support for multiple tariff rates (EV plans, super off-peak)

Feature

Solar export/feed-in tracking and monitoring

Feature

API access for smart home integration

Feature

Home Assistant integration

Feature

Demand pricing structure support

Feature

Customizable peak/off-peak time periods

Feature

Multiple user accounts and sharing

Feature

Extended data history (beyond 60 days)

Feature

Date range selection for data downloads

Feature

Battery replacement option instead of full unit replacement

Feature

Split-view support for iPad

Feature

Controlled load monitoring

Feature

Calendar month matching for bill comparisons

Feature

Alert notifications for high usage

Feature

Spreadsheet export functionality

Feature

FAQ

What does the Powerpal app do?

The Powerpal app allows you to see your home's energy usage in real-time and tracks your historical consumption. It helps you understand how turning appliances on and off affects your energy use, enabling you to make informed decisions about your energy consumption.

How can Powerpal help me save money?

By visualizing your energy use, you can identify which appliances consume the most power and when. You can set monthly spending targets and receive alerts to stay on track, along with tips to get back on course. Combining it with a time-of-use tariff can also lead to significant savings by shifting usage to cheaper off-peak times.

Is Powerpal free to use?

The Powerpal app is free to download and use. However, the description mentions in-app purchases, suggesting that some features or the core hardware might require a purchase. For information on ordering the Powerpal device in Australia, visit their official website.

What are the key features of Powerpal?

Key features include real-time power usage monitoring, historical consumption tracking, setting monthly spend targets, receiving alerts for your targets, and getting tips to optimize energy use. It also supports integration with time-of-use tariffs for potential cost reductions.

Who is the target audience for Powerpal?

This app is designed for individuals who want to gain control over their home energy consumption and reduce their electricity bills. It's particularly useful for those interested in understanding the impact of their appliance usage and optimizing their energy habits.