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NodOn 3CT Zigbee Energy Meter vs Sonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch)

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Updated October 2026
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2026 verdict
In 2026, the recommendation leans toward NodOn 3CT Zigbee Energy Meter over Sonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch), driven by metering, local control, and load management.
NodOn 3CT Zigbee Energy Meter
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NodOn 3CT Zigbee Energy Meter
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The comparison tilts its way because of metering, local control, and load management, with its broader overall balance keeping it in front. Sonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch) is still relevant if you care most about integrations and data & monitoring, but NodOn 3CT Zigbee Energy Meter is the stronger recommendation overall. That is why NodOn 3CT Zigbee Energy Meter wins the verdict here.
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FeatureNodOn 3CT Zigbee Energy MeterSonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch)Winner
MeteringThree-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor ReadingsSolar Net MeteringNodOn 3CT Zigbee Energy Meter
IntegrationsHome AssistantGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterSonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch)
Data & MonitoringNoneEnergy Cost Tracking, Time-of-Use Rates, Data Export, Usage AlertsSonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch)
Local ControlLocal APINoneNodOn 3CT Zigbee Energy Meter
Load ManagementYESNONodOn 3CT Zigbee Energy Meter
Warranty2 years2 yearsTie
Breaker Panel InstallYESYESTie
Smart Meter PortNONOTie
ConnectivityZigbee, OtherBluetooth, ZigbeeTie
Relay OutputNONOTie
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NodOn

NodOn 3CT Zigbee Energy Meter

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  • + Metering: Three-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor Readings
  • + Local Control: Local API
  • + Load Management: YES
  • - Integrations: Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
  • - Data & Monitoring: None vs Energy Cost Tracking, Time-of-Use Rates, Data Export, Usage Alerts
Sonoff

Sonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch)

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  • + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
  • + Data & Monitoring: Energy Cost Tracking, Time-of-Use Rates, Data Export, Usage Alerts
  • - Metering: Solar Net Metering vs Three-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor Readings
  • - Local Control: None vs Local API

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: NodOn 3CT Zigbee Energy Meter or Sonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch)?

NodOn 3CT Zigbee Energy Meter has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for metering, local control, and load management.

What is the biggest difference between NodOn 3CT Zigbee Energy Meter and Sonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch)?

Metering is one of the clearest differences: NodOn 3CT Zigbee Energy Meter lists Three-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor Readings, while Sonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch) lists Solar Net Metering.

Who should buy NodOn 3CT Zigbee Energy Meter?

Choose NodOn 3CT Zigbee Energy Meter if your priority is metering and local control and that matters more than integrations.

Who should buy Sonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch)?

Choose Sonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch) if your priority is integrations and data & monitoring and that matters more than metering.

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