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Meross Outdoor Smart Plug vs Shelly Smart Plug UL

Full Smart Plugs comparison in 2026

Updated July 2026
Data from Amazon and official Meross and Shelly sites.
2026 verdict
Shelly Smart Plug UL wins the 2026 matchup against Meross Outdoor Smart Plug, mainly on price, Overheat/Overload protection, and energy monitoring. Its strongest advantages show up in price, Overheat/Overload protection, and energy monitoring, with connectivity helping widen the gap. Meross Outdoor Smart Plug can still be the right pick, but only if weather resistance outweighs the wider strengths of Shelly Smart Plug UL. For the average buyer, Shelly Smart Plug UL is the safer choice.
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FeatureMeross Outdoor Smart PlugShelly Smart Plug ULWinner
Price$25.99$24.99Shelly Smart Plug UL
Weather ResistanceIP44NOMeross Outdoor Smart Plug
Overheat/Overload ProtectionNOYESShelly Smart Plug UL
Energy MonitoringNOYESShelly Smart Plug UL
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, ZigbeeShelly Smart Plug UL
Rating4.44.4Tie
Plug FormatType BType BTie
Maximum Load Power1800W1800WTie
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant, MatterTie
On/Off ButtonYESYESTie
Zibgee RouterNONOTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Meross Outdoor Smart Plug or Shelly Smart Plug UL?

Shelly Smart Plug UL has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, Overheat/Overload protection, and energy monitoring.

What is the biggest difference between Meross Outdoor Smart Plug and Shelly Smart Plug UL?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Meross Outdoor Smart Plug lists $25.99, while Shelly Smart Plug UL lists $24.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Meross Outdoor Smart Plug is listed at $25.99, while Shelly Smart Plug UL is listed at $24.99. Shelly Smart Plug UL (better spec).

Who should buy Meross Outdoor Smart Plug?

Choose Meross Outdoor Smart Plug if your priority is weather resistance and that matters more than price.

Who should buy Shelly Smart Plug UL?

Choose Shelly Smart Plug UL if your priority is price and Overheat/Overload protection and that matters more than weather resistance.

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