Shelly Plug M Gen3 vs YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug

Updated September 2026

Data from Amazon and official Shelly and YoLink sites.

2026 verdict

Between Shelly Plug M Gen3 and YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug, Shelly Plug M Gen3 is the better overall pick in 2026, leading on price, maximum load power, and connectivity.

Winner

Shelly Plug M Gen3

$14.99

Buy on Official Store

The comparison tilts its way because of price, maximum load power, and connectivity, with its broader overall balance keeping it in front. The only strong reason to choose YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug is if rating and weather resistance are more important to you than the overall verdict. For the average buyer, Shelly Plug M Gen3 is the safer choice.

Winner

Shelly

Shelly Plug M Gen3

$14.99

Buy on Official Store

YoLink

YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug

15% OFF

$27.99

$32.98

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Feature	Shelly Plug M Gen3	YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug	Winner
Price	$14.99	$27.99	Shelly Plug M Gen3
Rating	4.5	4.6	YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug
Weather Resistance	NO	IP63	YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug
Maximum Load Power	3000W	1800W	Shelly Plug M Gen3
Connectivity	2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth	None	Shelly Plug M Gen3
Plug Format	Type F	Type B	Different strengths
Overheat/Overload Protection	YES	YES	Tie
Energy Monitoring	YES	YES	Tie
Integrations	Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter	Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter	Tie
On/Off Button	YES	YES	Tie
Zibgee Router	NO	NO	Tie

Winner

Shelly

Shelly Plug M Gen3

$14.99

Buy on Official Store

+ Price: $14.99
+ Maximum Load Power: 3000W
+ Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth
- Rating: 4.5 vs 4.6
- Weather Resistance: NO vs IP63

YoLink

YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug

15% OFF

$27.99

$32.98

Buy on Amazon USA Buy on Amazon Canada

+ Rating: 4.6
+ Weather Resistance: IP63
- Price: $27.99 vs $14.99
- Maximum Load Power: 1800W vs 3000W

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Shelly Plug M Gen3 or YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug?

Shelly Plug M Gen3 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, maximum load power, and connectivity.

What is the biggest difference between Shelly Plug M Gen3 and YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Shelly Plug M Gen3 lists $14.99, while YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug lists $27.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Shelly Plug M Gen3 is listed at $14.99, while YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug is listed at $27.99. Shelly Plug M Gen3 (better spec).

Who should buy Shelly Plug M Gen3?

Choose Shelly Plug M Gen3 if your priority is price and maximum load power and that matters more than rating.

Who should buy YoLink Smart Outdoor Energy Plug?

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

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