Winner
Updated November 2026
Data from the official Shelly and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
In 2026, the recommendation leans toward Shelly Blu Motion over Sonoff SenseGuard Motion Gen2, driven by battery life, integrations, and range of detection.
It builds its lead on battery life, integrations, and range of detection, then backs it up with a stronger showing on its broader overall balance. Choose Sonoff SenseGuard Motion Gen2 only if price matters more to you than the broader advantage from Shelly Blu Motion. Overall, Shelly Blu Motion makes more sense for most people.
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The biggest differences
Where these two are furthest apart, and by how much.
- Battery Life+67%Shelly Blu Motion5 years vs 3 years
- Range of Detection+50%Shelly Blu Motion29.5 ft 9 m vs 19.7 ft 6 m
| Feature | Shelly Blu Motion | Sonoff SenseGuard Motion Gen2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £26.98 | $16.50 | Sonoff SenseGuard Motion Gen2 |
| Battery Life | 5 years | 3 years | Shelly Blu Motion |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Alexa, Home Assistant | Shelly Blu Motion |
| Range of Detection | 29.5 ft 9 m | 19.7 ft 6 m | Shelly Blu Motion |
| Rating | 4.0 | 4.0 | Tie |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth | Zigbee | Tie |
| Sensors | Motion, Light | Motion, Light | Tie |
| Alerts | Motion Alerts | Motion Alerts | Tie |
| Angle of Detection | 120° | 120° | Tie |
| Local Control | YES | YES | Tie |
Winner
£26.98
- + Battery Life: 5 years
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
- + Range of Detection: 29.5 ft (9 m)
- - Price: £26.98 vs $16.50
$16.50
- + Price: $16.50
- - Battery Life: 3 years vs 5 years
- - Integrations: Alexa, Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Shelly Blu Motion or Sonoff SenseGuard Motion Gen2?
Shelly Blu Motion has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for battery life, integrations, and range of detection.
What is the biggest difference between Shelly Blu Motion and Sonoff SenseGuard Motion Gen2?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Shelly Blu Motion lists £26.98, while Sonoff SenseGuard Motion Gen2 lists $16.50.
Which one looks better on price?
Shelly Blu Motion is listed at £26.98, while Sonoff SenseGuard Motion Gen2 is listed at $16.50. Sonoff SenseGuard Motion Gen2 (better spec).
Who should buy Shelly Blu Motion?
Choose Shelly Blu Motion if your priority is battery life and integrations and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Sonoff SenseGuard Motion Gen2?
Choose Sonoff SenseGuard Motion Gen2 if your priority is price and that matters more than battery life.
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