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Shelly Smart Plug UL vs YoLink Mini Plug

Full Smart Plugs comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from the official Shelly and YoLink sites.
2026 verdict
YoLink Mini Plug edges out Shelly Smart Plug UL in 2026, led by price and rating.
YoLink Mini Plug
Winner
YoLink Mini Plug
$19.99
Buy on Amazon USA
What pushes it ahead is price and rating, and its broader overall balance keeps the advantage from looking narrow. Choose Shelly Smart Plug UL only if connectivity matters more to you than the broader advantage from YoLink Mini Plug. For most setups, YoLink Mini Plug is the smarter buy.
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FeatureShelly Smart Plug ULYoLink Mini PlugWinner
Price$24.99$19.99YoLink Mini Plug
Rating4.24.6YoLink Mini Plug
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, ZigbeeNoneShelly Smart Plug UL
Weather ResistanceNONOTie
Plug FormatType BType BTie
Maximum Load Power1800W1800WTie
Overheat/Overload ProtectionYESYESTie
Energy MonitoringYESYESTie
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterTie
On/Off ButtonYESYESTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Shelly Smart Plug UL or YoLink Mini Plug?

YoLink Mini Plug has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price and rating.

What is the biggest difference between Shelly Smart Plug UL and YoLink Mini Plug?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Shelly Smart Plug UL lists $24.99, while YoLink Mini Plug lists $19.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Shelly Smart Plug UL is listed at $24.99, while YoLink Mini Plug is listed at $19.99. YoLink Mini Plug (better spec).

Who should buy Shelly Smart Plug UL?

Choose Shelly Smart Plug UL if your priority is connectivity and that matters more than price.

Who should buy YoLink Mini Plug?

Choose YoLink Mini Plug if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than connectivity.

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