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Emporia Vue 3 vs Shelly EM Gen4

Full Smart Energy Monitors comparison in 2026

Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official Emporia and Shelly sites.
2026 verdict
Across the 2026 comparison, Shelly EM Gen4 earns the nod over Emporia Vue 3 on the strength of warranty, connectivity, and integrations.
Shelly EM Gen4
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Shelly EM Gen4
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Its biggest wins come from warranty, connectivity, and integrations, and local control and relay output add more confidence to the verdict. Choose Emporia Vue 3 only if metering matters more to you than the broader advantage from Shelly EM Gen4. That is why Shelly EM Gen4 wins the verdict here.
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FeatureEmporia Vue 3Shelly EM Gen4Winner
Warranty1 year3 yearsShelly EM Gen4
MeteringSplit-Phase Support, Three-Phase Support, Solar Net MeteringSolar Net Metering, Power Factor ReadingsEmporia Vue 3
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, ZigbeeShelly EM Gen4
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Home AssistantGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterShelly EM Gen4
Local ControlNoneLocal API, MQTT, Local Web InterfaceShelly EM Gen4
Relay OutputNOYESShelly EM Gen4
Rating4.64.6Tie
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
Emporia

Emporia Vue 3

$199.99
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  • + Metering: Split-Phase Support, Three-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering
  • - Warranty: 1 year vs 3 years
  • - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee
Winner
Shelly

Shelly EM Gen4

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  • + 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 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 and Shelly EM Gen4?

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

Who should buy Emporia Vue 3?

Choose Emporia Vue 3 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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