I use a plugwize system to monitor power usage
I neglected to clarify that I could not find an affordable meter for 240volt
US plug style that is cheap, I did find a few (like you linked) for Euro-style plugs.
They mass product the us kill-a-watt. They are pretty cheap I actually had to get one today.... some day I will find a project with my old one connected to it but I could not for the life of me find it in my normal places.
One option is very advanced PDU's can tell what it is. I got one thanks to Phil pointing me to a sale on ebay, but I never did get the networking going (yet another project

). The 240 watt meters are a little higher. I bought a fluke meter once when I thought I need it.... once I figure it out I should be able to tell with a clamp that just goes around the cord. So that is my goal is to get it figured out eventually.
And on a side note I have enjoyed seeing some PC's brings back so much memories. And love all the options you have with them. So much personality to each one.