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glimse@lemmy.world 2 months agoPower monitors can tell when a washing machine is running and the notifications are based on that
You can do the same with a vibration sensor
Landless2029@lemmy.world 2 months ago
Using a smart plug that measures wattage makes the most sense.
glimse@lemmy.world 2 months ago
Sure, just throwing out ideas. I already have a vibration sensor so that’s the route I’m going for the dryer when I move
Landless2029@lemmy.world 2 months ago
I like the wattage sensor since you can also monitor energy use and it’s applicable to more devices. Just need to set thresholds.
mathesonian@ttrpg.network 2 months ago
exactly, i use iotawatt.com to monitor at the breaker box. Integration works well with HA