How Lumi Works
Understand, manage, and optimize your home’s energy with real-time insights and automated budget tracking.
What Lumi Helps You Do
Budget Tracking
Set a monthly limit and track your spending against your goal. It helps you stay on budget, so no surprises when the bill arrives.
Usage & Comparison
Break down your energy consumption by day, week, billing period, or year. Easily compare usage across different periods to understand when and where you’re using the most energy.
Live Energy View
See how much electricity your home is consuming in real time. Track overall home usage or drill down to short intervals (minutes to hours) to identify spikes and reduce waste instantly.
Timely Notifications
Get notified when your energy use is on track or projected to exceed your budget. You’ll also receive daily, weekly, or billing period summaries, along with practical energy-saving tips to help reduce costs.
Personalized Energy Insights (Coming Soon)
Lumi helps you understand your energy habits over time. See which days or times you use the most electricity and compare your current budget period with past periods for smarter energy decisions.
See Lumi in Action
Watch how simple it is to get started with Lumi.
Step-by-Step Setup Guide
Book Installation
After placing your order, you can submit your preferred installation dates and times. Our team will review your availability and confirm the schedule within 2–3 business days. Installation typically takes place within 1–2 weeks.
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Download and Set Up the Lumi App
Set up the Lumi app by entering your electricity bill information and target budget per billing period.
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Technician Installation
A technician will bring the breaker sensor to your home and install it. Wall drilling is required; contact us if you’d like more details.
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Connect to the App
The technician will pair the breaker sensor device to your Lumi app to ensure a seamless connection.
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Lumi Starts Working
After the breaker sensor device is installed, your subscription is activated and you can start using all features Lumi has to offer.
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Start Tracking Your Energy Usage
Use features like budget tracking and real-time monitoring to stay in control of your energy usage.
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Unlock More Insights & Save More
Track your energy habits over time, compare past and current usage, and get personalized recommendations to maximize efficiency and savings.
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What Happens During Installation?
All installations are handled by trained technicians, following safety protocols to ensure a secure and hassle-free setup.
The sensor will be placed inside the breaker panel, while the main unit and antenna will be installed outside for safe and easy access.
Installation may involve some wall chipping or drilling, but the technician will restore the area to keep any changes minimal.
The power may be briefly interrupted for a few minutes — no preparation needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lumi?
Lumi is a smart energy management app for homes and small businesses. The breaker sensor and mobile app provide real-time insights to help you monitor energy use and stay on top of electricity costs.
How does Lumi work?
Lumi consists of a breaker sensor device and mobile app. When you purchase a breaker sensor device, you'll also book an installation appointment with a technician. After the sensor is installed, you can start monitoring your energy usage right away.
Can I use Lumi without technical knowledge?
Yes, definitely! The Lumi app is easy to use. The breaker sensor installation will be handled by a technician, and the mobile app does not require any technical knowledge.
Can Lumi be used for businesses or commercial spaces?
Yes. Lumi supports businesses and commercial spaces through Meralco’s General Service electricity plans, making it suitable for shops, offices, clinics, cafés, and other small commercial environments.
What kind of data can Lumi measure?
Lumi tracks two key types of data to help you better manage your energy use:
- Electricity consumption in kilowatt-hours (kWh)
- Electricity cost in Philippine pesos (PHP)
With these, you can monitor your household’s real-time energy usage, compare it against your monthly budget, analyze trends from past months, and get smart alerts and tips to save electricity and money.
How does Lumi estimate energy costs?
Lumi uses the latest available energy prices to estimate your electricity costs — either from the current month or the previous month if current prices are not yet published. Once your breaker sensor is connected to the Lumi app, you’ll see two types of cost estimates on your Dashboard:
- Current time energy expense: This is the sum of all tariff components up to the current point.
- Projected cost: An estimate of your total cost for the full billing cycle, assuming your current usage pattern continues.
These insights help you stay on top of your energy spending and make smarter decisions throughout the month.
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