Winner
$39.69
Updated November 2026
Data from the official Philips and Shelly sites.
2026 verdict
Apple Home users have their answer: the Philips Hue Smart plug (US) wins this smart plug comparison on integrations, adding Apple HomeKit to Google Home, Alexa and Home Assistant, and on its role as a Zigbee router, while also being the better reviewed of the two. The Shelly Smart Plug (US) is the cheaper plug and the only one here with energy monitoring, plus overheat and overload protection listed in its specs and an open, Wi-Fi based approach that Home Assistant tinkerers like. Both are Type B plugs rated for 1800W with a physical button. Go Hue if your lights are Hue or your phone is an iPhone; go Shelly if you want power data without a bridge.
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| Feature | Philips Hue Smart plug (US) | Shelly Smart Plug (US) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.7 | 4.5 | Philips Hue Smart plug (US) |
| Energy Monitoring | NO | YES | Shelly Smart Plug (US) |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Philips Hue Smart plug (US) |
| Zigbee Router | YES | NO | Philips Hue Smart plug (US) |
| Weather Resistance | NO | NO | Tie |
| Plug Format | Type B | Type B | Tie |
| Maximum Load Power | 1800W | 1800W | Tie |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, Zigbee | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | Tie |
| On/Off Button | YES | YES | Tie |
| Local Control | YES | YES | Tie |
Winner
$39.69
- + Rating: 4.7
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
- + Zigbee Router: YES
- - Energy Monitoring: NO vs YES
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- + 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 Smart Plug (US)?
The Philips Hue Smart plug (US) wins overall on integrations, Zigbee routing and owner feedback. The Shelly Smart Plug (US) wins on price and energy monitoring.
What is the biggest difference between the Philips Hue Smart plug (US) and the Shelly Smart Plug (US)?
How they connect. The Philips Hue Smart plug (US) uses Zigbee through the Hue Bridge, or Bluetooth on its own, while the Shelly Smart Plug (US) uses 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth with no bridge.
Which plug works with Apple HomeKit?
The Philips Hue Smart plug (US) does. The Shelly Smart Plug (US) lists no Apple HomeKit or Matter support, though it does work with SmartThings, which the Hue reaches only through its bridge.
Which plug reports energy use?
Only the Shelly Smart Plug (US). The Philips Hue Smart plug (US) switches loads up to 1800W but does not measure consumption.
Who should buy the Philips Hue Smart plug (US)?
Anyone with a Hue Bridge or an Apple Home setup who wants a dependable plug that also extends the Zigbee mesh. The Philips Hue Smart plug (US) fits right into the Hue app.
Who should buy the Shelly Smart Plug (US)?
Home Assistant users and budget buyers who want energy monitoring on Wi-Fi. The Shelly Smart Plug (US) needs no hub.
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