Data from Amazon and official Emporia and Shelly sites.
2026 verdict
Shelly Pro EM-50 is the more complete option versus Emporia Vue 3 in 2026, helped most by price, warranty, and connectivity. Its clearest strengths are price, warranty, and connectivity, and it still looks stronger on integrations and local control. The only strong reason to choose Emporia Vue 3 is if metering is more important to you than the overall verdict. That is enough to make Shelly Pro EM-50 the better pick for most buyers.
| Feature | Emporia Vue 3 | Shelly Pro EM-50 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $199.99 | $119.99 | Shelly Pro EM-50 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 3 years | Shelly Pro EM-50 |
| Metering | Split-Phase Support, Three-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering | Solar Net Metering, Power Factor Readings | Emporia Vue 3 |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet, Bluetooth, Other | Shelly Pro EM-50 |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa | Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant | Shelly Pro EM-50 |
| Local Control | None | Local API, MQTT, Local Web Interface | Shelly Pro EM-50 |
| Relay Output | NO | YES | Shelly Pro EM-50 |
| Rating | 4.6 | 4.6 | Tie |
| Breaker Panel Install | YES | YES | Tie |
| Smart Meter Port | NO | NO | Tie |
| Data & Monitoring | Energy Cost Tracking, Time-of-Use Rates, Data Export, Usage Alerts | Energy Cost Tracking, Time-of-Use Rates, Data Export, Usage Alerts | Tie |
| Load Management | YES | YES | Tie |
$199.99
- + Metering: Split-Phase Support, Three-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering
- - Price: $199.99 vs $119.99
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 3 years
Winner
$119.99
- + Price: $119.99
- + Warranty: 3 years
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet, Bluetooth, Other
- - 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 Pro EM-50?
Shelly Pro EM-50 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, warranty, and connectivity.
What is the biggest difference between Emporia Vue 3 and Shelly Pro EM-50?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Emporia Vue 3 lists $199.99, while Shelly Pro EM-50 lists $119.99.
Which one looks better on price?
Emporia Vue 3 is listed at $199.99, while Shelly Pro EM-50 is listed at $119.99. Shelly Pro EM-50 (better spec).
Who should buy Emporia Vue 3?
Choose Emporia Vue 3 if your priority is metering and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Shelly Pro EM-50?
Choose Shelly Pro EM-50 if your priority is price and warranty and that matters more than metering.
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