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Shelly vs Sonoff

Comparing both brands side by side, ratings, catalog size and every product, so you can see which fits your smart home better.

Updated July 2026
Shelly logo
ShellyBulgaria flagBulgaria
Higher rated
4.4/5
Average rating

Shelly, based in Bulgaria, makes compact smart relays, switches, plugs and sensors that fit behind existing wall switches and outlets to automate almost any home wiring. Its devices are popular with advanced users for offering local control, a built-in web interface, MQTT and broad integration with Home Assistant, Alexa and Google Home. Shelly is a favorite for retrofitting smart control without replacing fixtures.

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SonoffChina flagChina
4.3/5
Average rating

Sonoff, a brand of ITEAD, makes affordable smart home devices including Wi-Fi and Zigbee switches, smart plugs, relays, sensors and the ZBBridge and Zigbee dongles. Its products work through the eWeLink app and integrate with Alexa and Google Home, and are popular with DIY users and Home Assistant fans for low-cost automation. Sonoff is well known for budget-friendly switches and Zigbee hardware.

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