Winner
Updated September 2026
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2026 verdict
Shelly EM Mini Gen4 edges out Sonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch) in 2026, led by rating, warranty, and connectivity.
The main reason it wins is rating, warranty, and connectivity, and local control strengthens that case. You should still consider Sonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch) if price and metering matter more than raw overall balance. That makes Shelly EM Mini Gen4 the clearer recommendation in 2026.
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| Feature | Shelly EM Mini Gen4 | Sonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $24.99 | $15.90 | Sonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch) |
| Rating | 4.5 | 4.1 | Shelly EM Mini Gen4 |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years | Shelly EM Mini Gen4 |
| Metering | None | Solar Net Metering | Sonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch) |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee | Bluetooth, Zigbee | Shelly EM Mini Gen4 |
| Local Control | Local API, MQTT, Local Web Interface | None | Shelly EM Mini Gen4 |
| Breaker Panel Install | YES | YES | Tie |
| Smart Meter Port | NO | NO | Tie |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | 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 |
| Relay Output | NO | NO | Tie |
| Load Management | NO | NO | Tie |
Winner
$24.99
- + Rating: 4.5
- + Warranty: 3 years
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee
- - Price: $24.99 vs $15.90
- - Metering: None vs Solar Net Metering
$15.90
- + Price: $15.90
- + Metering: Solar Net Metering
- - Rating: 4.1 vs 4.5
- - Warranty: 2 years vs 3 years
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Shelly EM Mini Gen4 or Sonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch)?
Shelly EM Mini Gen4 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, warranty, and connectivity.
What is the biggest difference between Shelly EM Mini Gen4 and Sonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch)?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Shelly EM Mini Gen4 lists $24.99, while Sonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch) lists $15.90.
Which one looks better on price?
Shelly EM Mini Gen4 is listed at $24.99, while Sonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch) is listed at $15.90. Sonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch) (better spec).
Who should buy Shelly EM Mini Gen4?
Choose Shelly EM Mini Gen4 if your priority is rating and warranty and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Sonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch)?
Choose Sonoff MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch) if your priority is price and metering and that matters more than rating.
Full comparison table
Compare all 23 Energy Monitors side by side
You are looking at two of them. The full table lines up all Energy Monitors in the catalog with the same specs, so you can filter by what you need and sort by price or rating.
- 23 Energy Monitors
- 46 specs compared
- 43 filters
SonoffMINI PM Matter Over WiFi Power Meter (Non-Switch)
$15.90
ShellyPro EM-50
$119.99
EmporiaVue 3
$199.99
ShellyEM Gen3
$69.99
Shelly3EM-63W Gen3
EmporiaVue 3 3-Phase
$209.99
ShellyPro 3EM v2
$154.99
ShellyEM Gen4
SonoffPOWCT
$38.19- Shelly
EM Mini Gen4
$24.99 
RefossEM06P
ShellyPro 3EM 3CT63
$150.99
MerossEM06P
MerossEM16P
10% OFF$199.99$179.99
AeotecHome Energy Meter 8
$95.99
ShellyPro 3EM-400
$329.99
RefossEM16P
10% OFF$199.99$179.99
SonoffMINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch)
$15.90
EmporiaVue Utility Connect
$39.99
RefossEM01P
16% OFF$82.99$69.99
DisplaysShellyWall Display X1i
DisplaysShellyWall Display XL
4.2(59)$349.99
DisplaysShellyWall Display
4.4(432)18% OFF€147.56€121.33
Door & Window SensorsShellyBLU Door/Window ZB
$22.99- Energy MonitorsShelly
3EM-63W Gen3
4.6(137) - Energy MonitorsShelly
EM Gen3
4.6(256)$69.99 - Energy MonitorsShelly
EM Gen4
- Energy MonitorsShelly
EM Mini Gen4
4.5(108)$24.99 - Energy MonitorsShelly
Pro 3EM 3CT63
4.4(315)$150.99 - Energy MonitorsShelly
Pro 3EM-400
4.2(19)$329.99 - Energy MonitorsShelly
Pro 3EM v2
4.6(55)$154.99 - Energy MonitorsShelly
Pro EM-50
4.6(939)$119.99 
Gas DetectorsShellyGAS (CNG)
4.2(45)
Gas DetectorsShellyGAS (LPG)
LED BulbsShellyMulticolor Bulb E27 Gen3
Motion SensorsShellyBLU Motion ZB
4.4(21)$26.99
Motion SensorsShellyBlu Motion
4.0(1,017)$25.99
PlugsShellyPlug M Gen3
4.5(716)$14.99
PlugsShellySmart Plug UL
4.1(150)$24.99
PlugsShellySmart Plug (US)
4.4(346)29% OFF$30.87$22.00
Air Quality MonitorsSonoffSAWF-07P Air Quality Monitor
3.7(178)$39.90
Air Quality MonitorsSonoffSAWF-08P Air Quality Monitor
4.2(162)$49.90
CamerasSonoffCAM GlassView
$34.90
CamerasSonoffCam Slim Gen2
4.4(158)5% OFF$19.90$18.91
CamerasSonoffGK-200MP2-B
4.0(149)30% OFF$9.99$6.99
DisplaysSonoffNSPanel Pro Gen2
3.6(10)€149.90
DisplaysSonoffNSPanel Pro
4.0(70)$129.90
DonglesSonoffDongle Lite MG21
4.6(401)25% OFF$24.90$18.68
DonglesSonoffDongle Max
4.2(544)
DonglesSonoffDongle Plus MG24
4.7(630)$35.90
DonglesSonoffDongle Plus PP10
4.7(70)$35.90
DonglesSonoffDongle-PZG23
4.6(167)10% OFF$39.90$35.91
DonglesSonoffZBDongle-E
4.6(3,697)$24.90
DonglesSonoffZBDongle-P
4.6(5,627)15% OFF$39.99$34.07
Door & Window SensorsSonoffDW2-WIFI
3.8(1,059)$12.23
Door & Window SensorsSonoffSNZB-04 ZigBee Wireless Door/Window Sensor
3.8(102)$17.99
Door & Window SensorsSonoffSNZB-04P ZigBee Door/Window Sensor
3.9(12)$18.99
Door & Window SensorsSonoffSenseGuard DW Gen2
4.4(171)- Energy MonitorsSonoff
MINI PM Matter Over WiFi Power Meter (Non-Switch)
$15.90 - Energy MonitorsSonoff
MINI PM Zigbee Power Meter (Non-Switch)
4.1(82)$15.90