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Aeotec Home Energy Meter 8 vs Shelly EM Gen3

Full Smart Energy Monitors comparison in 2026

Updated November 2026
Data from the official Aeotec and Shelly sites.
2026 verdict
Shelly EM Gen3 beats Aeotec Home Energy Meter 8 in 2026, with its clearest edge on price, rating, and warranty.
Shelly EM Gen3
Winner
Shelly EM Gen3
$69.99
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The comparison tilts its way because of price, rating, and warranty, with connectivity and integrations keeping it in front. There is still a case for Aeotec Home Energy Meter 8, but mainly if metering is what you value most. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of Shelly EM Gen3.
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FeatureAeotec Home Energy Meter 8Shelly EM Gen3Winner
Price$95.99$69.99Shelly EM Gen3
Rating4.24.6Shelly EM Gen3
Warranty1 year3 yearsShelly EM Gen3
MeteringSplit-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor ReadingsSolar Net Metering, Power Factor ReadingsAeotec Home Energy Meter 8
ConnectivityZ-Wave2.4 GHz WiFi, BluetoothShelly EM Gen3
IntegrationsSamsung SmartThings, Home AssistantGoogle Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantShelly EM Gen3
Data & MonitoringNoneEnergy Cost Tracking, Time-of-Use Rates, Data Export, Usage AlertsShelly EM Gen3
Local ControlNoneLocal API, MQTT, Local Web InterfaceShelly EM Gen3
Relay OutputNOYESShelly EM Gen3
Load ManagementNOYESShelly EM Gen3
Breaker Panel InstallYESYESTie
Smart Meter PortNONOTie
Winner
Shelly

Shelly EM Gen3

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$69.99
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  • + Price: $69.99
  • + Rating: 4.6
  • + Warranty: 3 years
  • - Metering: Solar Net Metering, Power Factor Readings vs Split-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor Readings

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Aeotec Home Energy Meter 8 or Shelly EM Gen3?

Shelly EM Gen3 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and warranty.

What is the biggest difference between Aeotec Home Energy Meter 8 and Shelly EM Gen3?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Aeotec Home Energy Meter 8 lists $95.99, while Shelly EM Gen3 lists $69.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Aeotec Home Energy Meter 8 is listed at $95.99, while Shelly EM Gen3 is listed at $69.99. Shelly EM Gen3 (better spec).

Who should buy Aeotec Home Energy Meter 8?

Choose Aeotec Home Energy Meter 8 if your priority is metering and that matters more than price.

Who should buy Shelly EM Gen3?

Choose Shelly EM Gen3 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than metering.

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