Limitations of dynamic tariffs without a smart meter

What do you miss with dynamic tariffs and no smart meter?

You can technically have a dynamic tariff without a smart meter, but there are clear limitations. It’s important to explain these during demos and onboarding.

Key limitations

• No true hourly billing: settlement is based on profiles and period usage, not exact hourly readings.
• Limited feedback: you don’t see if running that washing cycle at 23:00 really made a difference.
• Less precise simulations: scenarios rely on assumptions rather than measurements.

What still adds value?

• Understanding the dynamics of the energy market.
• Rough guidance: “if I shift to off-peak, I’m likely better off”.
• A smooth on-ramp towards a fully smart setup.

In Leafy Energy, the UI clearly labels whether data is based on profiles or actual smart meter readings, so you always know how much trust to place in the numbers.