Winner
C$39.98
Updated November 2026
Data from the official Philips and Shelly sites.
2026 verdict
Across the 2026 comparison, Philips Hue Smart plug (US) earns the nod over Shelly Plug PM Gen3 on the strength of rating, integrations, and On/Off button.
What pushes it ahead is rating, integrations, and On/Off button, and zigbee router keeps the advantage from looking narrow. There is still a case for Shelly Plug PM Gen3, but mainly if warranty, maximum load power, and energy monitoring are what you value most. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of Philips Hue Smart plug (US).
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The biggest differences
Where these two are furthest apart, and by how much.
- Maximum Load Power2×Shelly Plug PM Gen33680W vs 1800W
- Warranty+50%Shelly Plug PM Gen33 years vs 2 years
| Feature | Philips Hue Smart plug (US) | Shelly Plug PM Gen3 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.7 | 4.5 | Philips Hue Smart plug (US) |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years | Shelly Plug PM Gen3 |
| Maximum Load Power | 1800W | 3680W | Shelly Plug PM Gen3 |
| Energy Monitoring | NO | YES | Shelly Plug PM Gen3 |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Philips Hue Smart plug (US) |
| On/Off Button | YES | NO | Philips Hue Smart plug (US) |
| Zigbee Router | YES | NO | Philips Hue Smart plug (US) |
| Plug Format | Type B | Type F | Different strengths |
| Weather Resistance | NO | NO | Tie |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, Zigbee | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | Tie |
| Local Control | YES | YES | Tie |
Winner
C$39.98
- + Rating: 4.7
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
- + On/Off Button: YES
- - Warranty: 2 years vs 3 years
- - Maximum Load Power: 1800W vs 3680W
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- + Warranty: 3 years
- + Maximum Load Power: 3680W
- + Energy Monitoring: YES
- - Rating: 4.5 vs 4.7
- - Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Philips Hue Smart plug (US) or Shelly Plug PM Gen3?
Philips Hue Smart plug (US) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, integrations, and On/Off button.
What is the biggest difference between Philips Hue Smart plug (US) and Shelly Plug PM Gen3?
Rating is one of the clearest differences: Philips Hue Smart plug (US) lists 4.7, while Shelly Plug PM Gen3 lists 4.5.
Who should buy Philips Hue Smart plug (US)?
Choose Philips Hue Smart plug (US) if your priority is rating and integrations and that matters more than warranty.
Who should buy Shelly Plug PM Gen3?
Choose Shelly Plug PM Gen3 if your priority is warranty and maximum load power and that matters more than rating.
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