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From classic to innovative: How to choose the right electricity meter for your home or business?

on Mar 19, 2026

From tradition to innovation: How to choose the right electricity meter for your home or business?

In today's home and business, control over electricity consumption is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Whether you want to monitor electricity usage, split the bill with a tenant or build a smart home with energy monitoring, choosing the right electricity meter is key.

In the catalogue of Latrand , you will find a full range of solutions, from standard check meters for DIN rail mounting to modern smart electricity meters with WiFi and remote readings. In this article, we will examine the differences and help you choose the best solution for your needs.

Standard electricity meters: Reliability and easy readings

If you need an affordable and reliable solution for measuring electricity consumption, traditional check meters are an excellent choice. These are electricity meters for DIN mounting that provide precise readings without internet or additional settings.

⚡ Single-phase electricity meter (230V)

Suitable for:

apartments
garages
small sites
individual electrical appliances

Advantages:

compact size (DIN rail)
easy installation
accurate LCD display
ideal for monitoring electricity consumption

???? An excellent choice if you want to know how much electricity your home uses

⚡ Three-phase electricity meter (400V, MID certified)

Suitable for:

houses
business premises
production machinery
solar systems

Main features:

MID certified electricity meter (for official billing)
high accuracy (class B / class 1)
measurement up to 120A
suitable for an electricity meter for business and industry

???? Perfect for controlling electricity costs in larger installations

✔️ Key advantage:
They require no WiFi, app or configuration – install and take readings immediately

Smart electricity meters: Full control in real time

If you want complete control over electricity in real time, switching to a smart electricity meter is the best solution.

While a standard electricity meter shows total consumption, smart electricity meters with remote readings give you detailed information for every second.

Main benefits of smart electricity meters:

Remote access by phone (WiFi / LAN)
Real-time consumption monitoring
Appliance automation (smart home)
Optimisation and reducing the electricity bill

???? This is the best solution for energy efficiency in the home

Shelly EM – compact smart electricity meter for the home

Shelly EM is a smart electricity meter for measuring electrical energy that offers exceptionally flexible monitoring.

Main functions:

measuring 2 channels simultaneously
monitoring electricity consumption of individual appliances
suitable for photovoltaics and solar systems
installation without interrupting cables (using current clamps)

???? Ideal for:

water heater
air conditioner
separate circuits
small solar systems

Shelly Pro 3EM – a professional three-phase smart electricity meter

Shelly Pro 3EM is a high-end three-phase smart electricity meter designed for complete energy control.

Key characteristics:

LAN + WiFi + Bluetooth connectivity
real-time energy monitoring
four-quadrant measurement (ideal for photovoltaics)
measurement up to 120A per phase
suitable for home, business and industry

???? Perfect choice for:

houses with solar panels
companies
industrial sites
intelligent energy systems

Which electricity meter should we choose?

The choice between a standard electricity meter and a smart electricity meter depends on your goals:

✔️ If you want easy readings and a low price → choose a check meter for DIN rail mounting
✔️ If you want complete control, analysis and automation → choose a smart electricity meter with WiFi