Sense Manuals & User Guides

Sense is an innovative technology company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focused on smart home energy management. The flagship Sense Home Energy Monitor connects directly to a home's electrical panel, utilizing machine learning to identify individual appliances and track continuous energy consumption.

By providing real-time data on electricity usage and solar production through a dedicated mobile app, Sense empowers homeowners to make informed decisions, identify energy-wasting appliances, reduce utility bills, and ensure home safety. Their user-friendly interface and detailed insights make it easier than ever to manage a home's electrical footprint.

• How do I install the Sense Home Energy Monitor?

  The Sense monitor should be installed by a qualified electrician in your electrical panel following local codes. Turn off the main breaker, connect the current sensors around the service mains, attach the power cable to a 240V breaker, and set up the device using the Sense app.

• Can Sense track my solar power production?

  Yes, the Sense Energy Monitor with Solar includes additional sensors that attach to your solar inverter, allowing you to view your home's energy consumption and solar production side-by-side.

• How do I connect my Sense monitor to the app?

  Download the free app from sense.com/app, create an account, and follow the on-screen instructions to connect the monitor to your home Wi-Fi network.

• Does Sense automatically detect all my devices?

  Sense uses machine learning to identify the unique electrical signatures of devices, focusing on those using over 60 watts. While it may take time to learn your specific appliances, it will progressively identify your major energy consumers.