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Emporia Vue 3 3-Phase vs Shelly EM Gen4

Full Smart Energy Monitors comparison in 2026

Data from Amazon and official Emporia and Shelly sites.
2026 verdict
In 2026, the recommendation leans toward Shelly EM Gen4 over Emporia Vue 3 3-Phase, driven by warranty, connectivity, and integrations. What pushes it ahead is warranty, connectivity, and integrations, and local control and relay output keep the advantage from looking narrow. The only strong reason to choose Emporia Vue 3 3-Phase is if metering is more important to you than the overall verdict. That is why the final call still favors Shelly EM Gen4.
FeatureEmporia Vue 3 3-PhaseShelly EM Gen4Winner
Warranty1 year3 yearsShelly EM Gen4
MeteringSplit-Phase Support, Three-Phase Support, Solar Net MeteringSolar Net Metering, Power Factor ReadingsEmporia Vue 3 3-Phase
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, ZigbeeShelly EM Gen4
IntegrationsGoogle Home, AlexaGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterShelly EM Gen4
Local ControlNoneLocal API, MQTT, Local Web InterfaceShelly EM Gen4
Relay OutputNOYESShelly EM Gen4
Rating4.74.7Tie
Breaker Panel InstallYESYESTie
Smart Meter PortNONOTie
Data & MonitoringEnergy Cost Tracking, Time-of-Use Rates, Data Export, Usage AlertsEnergy Cost Tracking, Time-of-Use Rates, Data Export, Usage AlertsTie
Load ManagementYESYESTie
Winner
  • + Warranty: 3 years
  • + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee
  • + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
  • - Metering: Solar Net Metering, Power Factor Readings vs Split-Phase Support, Three-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Emporia Vue 3 3-Phase or Shelly EM Gen4?

Shelly EM Gen4 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for warranty, connectivity, and integrations.

What is the biggest difference between Emporia Vue 3 3-Phase and Shelly EM Gen4?

Warranty is one of the clearest differences: Emporia Vue 3 3-Phase lists 1 year, while Shelly EM Gen4 lists 3 years.

Who should buy Emporia Vue 3 3-Phase?

Choose Emporia Vue 3 3-Phase if your priority is metering and that matters more than warranty.

Who should buy Shelly EM Gen4?

Choose Shelly EM Gen4 if your priority is warranty and connectivity and that matters more than metering.

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