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Aeotec Pico Duo Switch vs Shelly 1PM Gen4

Full Smart Relays comparison in 2026

Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official Aeotec and Shelly sites.
2026 verdict
Shelly 1PM Gen4 edges out Aeotec Pico Duo Switch in 2026, led by price, rating, and safety.
Its biggest wins come from price, rating, and safety, and connectivity and integrations add more confidence to the verdict. Aeotec Pico Duo Switch remains a niche alternative if relay channels and power off memory matter more than the rest of the comparison. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of Shelly 1PM Gen4.
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FeatureAeotec Pico Duo SwitchShelly 1PM Gen4Winner
Price$34.95$28.99Shelly 1PM Gen4
Rating3.84.7Shelly 1PM Gen4
SafetyOverheating protection, Overcurrent protectionOverheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protectionShelly 1PM Gen4
ConnectivityZigbeeBluetooth, ZigbeeShelly 1PM Gen4
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterShelly 1PM Gen4
Relay Channels21Aeotec Pico Duo Switch
Power Off MemoryYESNOAeotec Pico Duo Switch
Dry Contact ModeNOYESShelly 1PM Gen4
Energy MonitoringYESYESTie
Wet Contact ModeYESYESTie
Zibgee RouterYESYESTie
Winner
  • + Price: $28.99
  • + Rating: 4.7
  • + Safety: Overheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protection
  • - Relay Channels: 1 vs 2
  • - Power Off Memory: NO vs YES

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Aeotec Pico Duo Switch or Shelly 1PM Gen4?

Shelly 1PM Gen4 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and safety.

What is the biggest difference between Aeotec Pico Duo Switch and Shelly 1PM Gen4?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Aeotec Pico Duo Switch lists $34.95, while Shelly 1PM Gen4 lists $28.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Aeotec Pico Duo Switch is listed at $34.95, while Shelly 1PM Gen4 is listed at $28.99. Shelly 1PM Gen4 (better spec).

Who should buy Aeotec Pico Duo Switch?

Choose Aeotec Pico Duo Switch if your priority is relay channels and power off memory and that matters more than price.

Who should buy Shelly 1PM Gen4?

Choose Shelly 1PM Gen4 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than relay channels.

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