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Refoss EM16P vs Shelly 3EM-63W Gen3

Full Smart Energy Monitors comparison in 2026

Updated November 2026
Data from the official Refoss and Shelly sites.
2026 verdict
Shelly 3EM-63W Gen3 has the better all-around case than Refoss EM16P in 2026, starting with price, rating, and warranty.
It wins the broader comparison through price, rating, and warranty, while integrations and data & monitoring help confirm the result. Refoss EM16P can still be the right pick, but only if metering outweighs the wider strengths of Shelly 3EM-63W Gen3. That is why the final call still favors Shelly 3EM-63W Gen3.
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FeatureRefoss EM16PShelly 3EM-63W Gen3Winner
Price$179.99$114.99Shelly 3EM-63W Gen3
Rating4.14.5Shelly 3EM-63W Gen3
Warranty2 years3 yearsShelly 3EM-63W Gen3
MeteringSplit-Phase Support, Three-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor ReadingsThree-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor ReadingsRefoss EM16P
IntegrationsHome AssistantGoogle Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantShelly 3EM-63W Gen3
Data & MonitoringEnergy Cost Tracking, Data Export, Usage AlertsEnergy Cost Tracking, Time-of-Use Rates, Data Export, Usage AlertsShelly 3EM-63W Gen3
Breaker Panel InstallYESYESTie
Smart Meter PortNONOTie
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth2.4 GHz WiFi, BluetoothTie
Local ControlLocal API, MQTT, Local Web InterfaceLocal API, MQTT, Local Web InterfaceTie
Relay OutputNONOTie
Load ManagementYESYESTie
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$179.99
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  • + Metering: Split-Phase Support, Three-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor Readings
  • - Price: $179.99 vs $114.99
  • - Rating: 4.1 vs 4.5
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$114.99
  • + Price: $114.99
  • + Rating: 4.5
  • + Warranty: 3 years
  • - Metering: Three-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor Readings vs Split-Phase Support, Three-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor Readings

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Refoss EM16P or Shelly 3EM-63W Gen3?

Shelly 3EM-63W Gen3 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and warranty.

What is the biggest difference between Refoss EM16P and Shelly 3EM-63W Gen3?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Refoss EM16P lists $179.99, while Shelly 3EM-63W Gen3 lists $114.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Refoss EM16P is listed at $179.99, while Shelly 3EM-63W Gen3 is listed at $114.99. Shelly 3EM-63W Gen3 (better spec).

Who should buy Refoss EM16P?

Choose Refoss EM16P if your priority is metering and that matters more than price.

Who should buy Shelly 3EM-63W Gen3?

Choose Shelly 3EM-63W Gen3 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than metering.

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