Smart Plug Energy Monitor Connector for AI agents.
4 live capabilities
Track electricity costs and appliance efficiency for your home.
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Why people use Smart Plug Energy Monitor
Smart Plug Energy Monitor for Cutting Electricity Costs
With this Connector, you just tell your agent what you're running and what your local rates are. It does the heavy lifting by calculating the costs, identifying hidden drains, and showing you the actual impact of your habits.
What Vinkius changes
You get a clear picture of your energy spend without doing any math.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
One account · 6,100+ Connectors
- Real-world use case 01
High bill investigation
A homeowner notices a spike in their bill and asks the agent to find the culprit among their electronics.
- Real-world use case 02
Fleet appliance audit
A property manager wants to see the energy footprint of all refrigerators in a large apartment complex.
- Real-world use case 03
Upgrade planning
A consumer wants to know if a new heater will actually save enough money to justify the purchase price.
Complete set · 4capabilities
The complete Smart Plug Energy Monitor capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Smart Plug Energy Monitor.
01—04
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 4 available through Smart Plug Energy Monitor.
- 01 Capability
Analyze standby drain
Analyze_standby_drain estimates the annual cost of vampire power for devices that stay plugged in. It helps you find which items are draining money while they're off.
- 02 Capability
Calculate active energy
Calculate_active_energy determines the total energy consumption in kWh for any device while it's running. Use it to see the real power draw of your heavy appliances.
- 03 Capability
Calculate running cost
Calculate_running_cost converts energy usage into a dollar amount based on your specific utility billing tiers. It takes the guesswork out of your monthly electricity bill.
- 04 Capability
Compare appliance efficiency
Compare_appliance_efficiency shows the cost difference between two different models to help you pick the most efficient one. Use it to see the long-term savings of an upgrade.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask Smart Plug Energy Monitor to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Smart Plug Energy Monitor from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_d91Ww39D3cETkeKrCYwOmTosxh37b9gLjEZtA24u/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it Smart Plug Energy Monitor, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable Smart Plug Energy Monitor for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_d91Ww39D3cETkeKrCYwOmTosxh37b9gLjEZtA24u/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the Smart Plug Energy Monitor URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable Smart Plug Energy Monitor in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"smart-plug-energy-monitor": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_d91Ww39D3cETkeKrCYwOmTosxh37b9gLjEZtA24u/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using Smart Plug Energy Monitor
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Smart Plug Energy Monitor, help me...". 4 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"smart-plug-energy-monitor": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_d91Ww39D3cETkeKrCYwOmTosxh37b9gLjEZtA24u/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using Smart Plug Energy Monitor
Ask Copilot: "Using Smart Plug Energy Monitor, help me...". 4 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"smart-plug-energy-monitor": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_d91Ww39D3cETkeKrCYwOmTosxh37b9gLjEZtA24u/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using Smart Plug Energy Monitor
Open Cascade and ask: "Using Smart Plug Energy Monitor, help me...". 4 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"smart-plug-energy-monitor": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_d91Ww39D3cETkeKrCYwOmTosxh37b9gLjEZtA24u/mcp"
}
}
} - Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using Smart Plug Energy Monitor
Ask Cline: "Using Smart Plug Energy Monitor, help me...". 4 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add smart-plug-energy-monitor --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_d91Ww39D3cETkeKrCYwOmTosxh37b9gLjEZtA24u/mcp" - Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using Smart Plug Energy Monitor
Ask Claude: "Using Smart Plug Energy Monitor, show me...". 4 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work Smart Plug Energy Monitor can move forward.
This is for homeowners tired of high utility bills, property managers auditing large buildings, and energy auditors who need precise data on appliance costs.
Homeowner
You use this on a Tuesday night to figure out which old appliances are spiking your electricity bill.
Property Manager
You use this to audit the energy footprint of all refrigerators in a multi-unit apartment complex.
Energy Auditor
You use this to provide clients with a data-driven comparison of current versus upgraded appliance costs.
Build the capability set
Add more capabilities.
Each Connector adds new actions and data without changing how you work.
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Calculate electricity consumption in kWh and monthly costs for appliances.
Energy Efficiency Calculator
Estimate energy savings and ROI for lighting, appliances, insulation, and HVAC upgrades.
Standby Energy Waste Calculator
Calculate the energy waste, financial cost, and carbon footprint of electronics in standby mode.
Water Heater Comparator
Compare the operational costs and carbon footprint of electric, gas, and solar thermal water heating systems.
Energy Efficiency Estimator
Classify your home's energy performance (A-E) and pinpoint specific improvements using building envelope metrics.
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Before you connect
Questions about Smart Plug Energy Monitor.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Can the Smart Plug Energy Monitor help me lower my electric bill?
Yes, it helps you identify exactly which appliances are pulling the most power and how much they cost you in dollars. By finding these high-cost items, you can make informed choices about what to unplug or upgrade.
How does the Smart Plug Energy Monitor find hidden energy costs?
It identifies 'vampire power' which is the energy drained by devices that stay plugged in even when they are turned off. It estimates the annual cost of this waste so you can see how much money is leaking.
Can I use the Smart Plug Energy Monitor to see if a new fridge is worth it?
You can use it to compare two different models side by side. It calculates the long-term cost of running each model so you can see the actual savings of an upgrade instead of just looking at the sticker price.
Does the Smart Plug Energy Monitor work with my local utility rates?
Yes, it can factor in your specific utility billing tiers and fees. This turns abstract electricity usage into concrete dollar amounts based on your actual local rates.
How accurate are the costs from the Smart Plug Energy Monitor?
The costs are based on the specific wattage and usage time you provide. It performs the math accurately to give you a clear picture of your energy spend without any manual guesswork.
Can the Smart Plug Energy Monitor help me find vampire power?
Yes, it specifically looks for the energy drain from devices that are essentially idle. It helps you see the annual cost of that waste, which is often a hidden part of your monthly bill.
Is the Smart Plug Energy Monitor good for office energy audits?
It is excellent for office audits because it can calculate the running costs of multiple appliances across different billing tiers, helping you identify the most efficient way to run your workspace.
How does the capability calculate energy usage?
It uses calculate_active_energy to multiply wattage by daily hours and period days, converting the result into kilowatt-hours (kWh).
Can I calculate costs with tiered electricity rates?
Yes, by using calculate_running_cost and providing a JSON array of usage tiers containing limits and price increases.
What is 'vampire power'?
It refers to the energy consumed by devices in standby mode. You can estimate this annual cost using analyze_standby_drain.
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