Understanding Energy Insights

Insights and runtime charts help you spot patterns even when the thermostat does not measure actual kWh.

Runtime vs Energy

• Runtime — how long the system ran (Heat vs Cool on mini-splits; relay runtime on some HVAC models)

• Energy (kWh) — measured power through compatible baseboard thermostats

• Estimated cost — kWh or runtime converted using your electricity rate

Higher runtime often means colder or hotter weather, a larger gap between setpoint and outdoor temperature, open doors/windows, or a dirty filter. After you change a schedule or Away setback, compare similar days to see whether runtime dropped.

For true billed cost, use your utility bill. Mini-split Insights do not measure consumption.