Emporia | VUE002

Description

Emporia VUE002 (Vue Gen 2) is a whole-home energy monitor that measures mains usage and up to 16 branch circuits using CT clamps. It connects via 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and provides detailed consumption data for automation, dashboards, and energy tracking.

Emporia Vue Gen 2 home energy monitor

Overview

My Implementation

I plan to use the Vue Gen 2 to monitor whole-home usage and key circuits, then feed the data into Home Assistant for dashboards and automations.

Device Score Summary

CategoryScoreRationale
Features★★★★☆High channel count and detailed monitoring
Interoperability★★★☆☆Community integration, cloud API dependent
Setup Ease★★★☆☆Panel install required
Cloud Dependency★★☆☆☆Cloud API required for HA integration
Vendor Trust★★★★☆Established energy monitoring vendor
Overall★★★☆☆Excellent monitoring, cloud dependency is the tradeoff

★★★★★ Exceptional | ★★★★☆ Very Good | ★★★☆☆ Good Enough | ★★☆☆☆ Frustrating | ★☆☆☆☆ Avoid

Features

  • Monitors mains plus up to 16 circuits with CT clamps
  • 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi connectivity
  • High sampling rate for detailed usage data
  • Mobile app for energy insights and alerts
  • Compatible with Home Assistant via community integration
  • Low power consumption

Specifications

PriceNot specified
ProtocolWi-Fi 2.4 GHz
Hub RequiredNo
Power100–240 VAC input
Cloud DependencyCloud API required for HA integration
HA IntegrationCommunity (HACS) integration
Voice ControlNot applicable
Dimensions4.1 x 3.1 x 1.1 in
Warranty1-year limited

Home Assistant Integration

Integration Method: Emporia Vue (HACS community integration)

  • Requirements: Emporia account and API access; HACS installed
  • Entities: Energy sensors per channel, mains, and aggregates
  • Setup: Install the Emporia Vue integration via HACS, then add the integration in Home Assistant
  • Notes: Uses Emporia cloud API for data access

Practical Considerations

  • Installation: Requires electrical panel access and CT clamp installation
  • Wi-Fi: 2.4 GHz coverage needed at the panel location
  • Cloud: HA integration depends on Emporia cloud API availability
  • Capacity: Supports 16 branch circuits plus mains

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