Question 1

What features are free in PowerDoze?

Accepted Answer

Free includes up to 3 sleep rules with day-of-week filters, CPU/RAM/network dashboard, FPS counter, temperature readings, app whitelist to prevent sleep, fullscreen detection, scheduled tasks (shutdown/restart/sleep), settings export/import, and 7-language support. No subscription required, no time limit.

Question 2

What does PowerDoze Pro add over Free?

Accepted Answer

Pro adds unlimited sleep rules, Wi-Fi geofencing (switch power plans by network), battery smart policy, away mode (dims screen and reduces backlight when you leave), app foreground auto-switching, switching power mode when the CPU is busy, your own meeting apps and the option to turn off built-in ones (the built-in meeting detection itself is free from version 2.4.0), per-app GPU preference, power analytics with kWh and CO₂ estimates, mini mode floating panel, and desktop icon layout restore after monitor disconnect.

Question 3

Is PowerDoze Pro a subscription?

Accepted Answer

No — PowerDoze Pro is a one-time purchase priced at NT$483 or US$14.69. It covers up to 3 devices and includes all future updates. There are no monthly fees, ever.

Question 4

Can I try Pro before buying?

Accepted Answer

Yes — every Pro feature has a 5-minute live preview per session. You can try automation rules, check power analytics, and verify everything works on your PC before purchasing.

Question 5

What is the refund policy?

Accepted Answer

PowerDoze Pro comes with a 14-day money-back guarantee, no questions asked. You can request a refund within 14 days of purchase.

Feature	Free	Pro NT$483 / US$14.69
Setup
Guided setup wizard	Preview	✓
Schedule & Sleep Rules
Sleep rules	Up to 3	Unlimited
Day-of-week filter	✓	✓
Rule priority ordering	✓	✓
Link Power Mode to rule	✓	✓
Rule groups / folders	✓ Since 2.4.0	✓
Test-apply a rule instantly	✓	✓
Power Modes
Power modes	Up to 2	Unlimited
CPU min/max, boost mode	✓	✓
Screen timeout (AC/DC)	✓	✓
Cooling policy	✓	✓
PCIe ASPM	✓	✓
NVIDIA GPU power limit	✓	✓
Windows scheme export/import (.pow)	✓	✓
Schedule applies on startup	✓	✓
App Whitelist
Whitelist apps to prevent sleep	✓	✓
Organize by groups	✓	✓
Scan running/installed apps	✓	✓
Smart Detection
Fullscreen / game detection	✓	✓
Away mode (idle detection + custom mode)	—	✓
App foreground auto-switch	—	✓
Meeting app detection	✓ Since 2.4.0	✓
Custom meeting app list	—	✓
Switch when the CPU is busy	—	✓ Since 2.4.0
Wi-Fi geofencing	—	✓
Battery smart policy	—	✓
Advanced Control
Process EcoQoS (Efficiency Mode)	—	✓
Per-app GPU preference (iGPU/dGPU)	—	✓
Lid close behavior (AC/battery separate)	—	✓
Hardware Monitor
Desktop-icon layout guard (DP/HDMI power-off)	—	✓
CPU, RAM, network dashboard	✓	✓
FPS counter	✓	✓
Temperature readings	✓	✓
Mini Mode floating panel	—	✓
Multi-monitor refresh rate switching	✓	✓
Smart Tasks
Scheduled shutdown/restart/sleep/lock	✓	✓
Countdown timer actions	✓	✓
Analytics & Reports
Power history chart (7/14/30 days)	—	✓
Mode usage breakdown	—	✓
Estimated kWh / CO2 savings	—	✓
Electricity cost estimation	—	✓
Achievement badges	—	✓
CSV export	—	✓
Other
7 languages	✓	✓
Settings export / import	✓	✓
System tray integration	✓	✓
Dark / light theme	✓	✓
Notification system	✓	✓
Autostart on boot	✓	✓
Bug report support	✓	✓
Priority email support	—	✓
Pricing
Price	$0 forever	NT$483 / US$14.69 one-time
Discounts available in-app	—	✓
Refund policy	—	14 days, no questions

Free vs Pro — Full Comparison