How can I save smartly with my energy assets?

Using your energy smartly doesn't have to be complicated. FlexiO automatically adjusts your consumption to the most cost-effective strategy. The platform takes into account dynamic energy tariffs, peak usage, your solar production, and – if you have one – your electric vehicle. This way, you consume more of your own energy, charge your battery and car intelligently, and avoid unnecessary costs. All you have to do is enjoy the benefits.

How can I save more through grid balancing?

Your energy assets can do more than just power your own home. With FlexiO, you can connect your energy assets to a virtual battery that helps balance the electricity grid. LIFEPOWR provides the technology, and you save even more on your energy bill.

How do I avoid costs during negative injection tariffs?

FlexiO helps you avoid costs during negative injection tariffs by intelligently managing your energy assets.

How does FlexiO impact the lifespan of your home battery?

The biggest mistake you can make with a smart home battery? Not using them for fear of wear and tear. Smart home batteries help you increase self-consumption, save on your energy bills and contribute to a more stable power grid. Yet we often hear the same question: 'Won't my battery wear out faster if I let it be smart?' The answer: no. More than that, by using your battery actively and smartly, you just get more value out of it, all without sacrificing battery life and warranty.

What's the difference between EMS and EMS+?

A traditional EMS focuses on saving energy, often by following fixed schedules and market prices. EMS+ (FlexiO) goes further. It gives you insight into your true energy costs, not just market rates, but also your distribution charges, grid fees and bespoke tariffs. And thanks to self-learning algorithms, it forecasts your behaviour up to 48 hours ahead, adapting to real conditions such as cloud cover or unexpected demand.

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Can I transfer FlexiO when selling my home?

Subscription

Yes, FlexiO can be transferred to the new owner when selling your home.

Procedure:
1. Contact LIFEPOWR support via the contact form
2. Provide the following details:
   - Exact date of transfer
   - Name of the new owner
   - Email address of the new owner
3. The new owner registers with this email address in the MyFlexiO app
4. We link the FlexiObox to the new account

Please note: The new owner must also activate the P1 port of the digital meter via MijnFluvius.

Does FlexiO control cloud-based or locally?

FlexiObox & Hardware

FlexiO works cloud-based. The FlexiObox collects data locally and communicates with the cloud for price information, weather forecasts, and the algorithm. The control itself is cloud-driven. Therefore, a stable internet connection is essential. When offline, the control does not work optimally.

Does my electrical installation need to be re-inspected after FlexiObox installation?

Installation & Activation

No, after installing the FlexiObox there is NO re-inspection of your electrical installation needed. The FlexiObox is a small device that only communicates with your existing installation via network and data connections, without structural changes to the electrical installation.

How does FlexiO work with the capacity tariff (monthly peak)?

Savings & Earnings

FlexiO actively protects you against a high monthly peak:

How it works:
- FlexiO reserves part of your battery capacity to absorb peaks
- During high consumption, the battery kicks in to lower the peak
- FlexiO learns your consumption pattern and anticipates peaks

Balance with other optimizations:
FlexiO makes a trade-off between:
- Capacity tariff protection
- Savings on energy prices
- Grid balancing earnings

Sometimes FlexiO decides to discharge deeper if this yields more net than the savings on the capacity tariff. The algorithm always seeks the most economically advantageous balance.

First month: The monthly peak may be temporarily higher due to the peak test for grid balancing.

How does the first month free work?

Subscription

The first month after activating your FlexiO account is free. After that, billing starts. For example, if you start on December 16, December is free. In January, you'll receive a pro-rata invoice for the days after your free period (January 16-31 = ~52% of €9.95). From the following month, you pay the full monthly amount.

How long does it take for FlexiO to learn my consumption pattern?

General

Approximately a few weeks. FlexiO continuously learns your consumption habits, production patterns and behavior. In the first weeks you'll already see results, but the fine-tuning improves over time.

How long is the warranty on the FlexiObox?

FlexiObox & Hardware

5 year warranty on FlexiObox hardware and 2 years on the power supply. In case of defect: contact support with FlexiObox ID + description of the problem. Replacement will be sent free of charge within the warranty period.

Is Energy Knights tariff compatible?

Rates & Billing

Yes, Energy Knights (Belpex-based tariff) is compatible. Select 'Energy Knights' in MyFlexiO app > Settings > Energy tariff. Correct configuration = better optimization.

Is Engie Empower Flextime supported by FlexiO?

Rates & Billing

No, there is currently no support for the Engie Empower Flextime contract with super off-peak hours.

Why not beneficial?
This type of contract will not be more advantageous than a fully dynamic contract when you have smart control like FlexiO. With a dynamic contract, FlexiO can respond to all price fluctuations, while Flextime is limited to fixed price periods.

Recommendation:
Consider a fully dynamic contract (e.g., Engie Dynamic, Bolt, Trevion) or an ePOWR tariff to maximise the benefits of FlexiO's smart control.

Is Frank Energie Dynamic tariff supported?

Rates & Billing

Yes, the dynamic tariff from Frank Energie is available in FlexiO.

Setup:
1. Open the MyFlexiO app
2. Go to Settings
3. Choose your FlexiObox
4. Select Energy tariff
5. Choose 'Frank Energie' from the list

More info on tariff settings: nl.docs.lifepowr.io

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