Winner
Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official Sonoff and Zemismart sites.
2026 verdict
SONOFF POWCT wins the 2026 matchup against Zemismart SDM01, mainly on price, integrations, and data & monitoring.
It wins the broader comparison through price, integrations, and data & monitoring, while relay output and load management help confirm the result. You should still consider Zemismart SDM01 if metering matters more than raw overall balance. That is why the final call still favors SONOFF POWCT.
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| Feature | SONOFF POWCT | Zemismart SDM01 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $38.19 | $82.61 | SONOFF POWCT |
| Metering | Solar Net Metering | Three-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor Readings | Zemismart SDM01 |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Home Assistant | SONOFF POWCT |
| Data & Monitoring | Data Export, Usage Alerts | Usage Alerts | SONOFF POWCT |
| Relay Output | YES | NO | SONOFF POWCT |
| Load Management | YES | NO | SONOFF POWCT |
| Breaker Panel Install | YES | YES | Tie |
| Smart Meter Port | NO | NO | Tie |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi | Zigbee | Tie |
Winner
- + Price: $38.19
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
- + Data & Monitoring: Data Export, Usage Alerts
- - Metering: Solar Net Metering vs Three-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor Readings
50% OFF
$82.61
$165.22
- + Metering: Three-Phase Support, Solar Net Metering, Power Factor Readings
- - Price: $82.61 vs $38.19
- - Integrations: Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: SONOFF POWCT or Zemismart SDM01?
SONOFF POWCT has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, integrations, and data & monitoring.
What is the biggest difference between SONOFF POWCT and Zemismart SDM01?
Price is one of the clearest differences: SONOFF POWCT lists $38.19, while Zemismart SDM01 lists $82.61.
Which one looks better on price?
SONOFF POWCT is listed at $38.19, while Zemismart SDM01 is listed at $82.61. SONOFF POWCT (better spec).
Who should buy SONOFF POWCT?
Choose SONOFF POWCT if your priority is price and integrations and that matters more than metering.
Who should buy Zemismart SDM01?
Choose Zemismart SDM01 if your priority is metering and that matters more than price.
Full comparison table
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- 46 specs compared
- 43 filters
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4.6(78)$35.90
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4.6(3,722)$24.90
DonglesSonoffZBDongle-P
4.5(5,667)15% OFF$39.99$33.96
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3.8(1,062)$12.23
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3.8(102)$17.99
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MINI PM Matter Over WiFi Power Meter (Non-Switch)
5.0(1)$15.90
