Updated April 2026
Data from Amazon and official Aeotec and SwitchBot sites.
2026 verdict
In 2026, Switchbot Relay Switch 1 is the better overall pick. It wins the broader comparison through price, rating, and connectivity, while integrations and dry contact mode helps confirm the result. Choose Aeotec Pico Switch only if safety, energy monitoring, and zibgee router matters more to you than the broader advantage from Switchbot Relay Switch 1. As a general recommendation, Switchbot Relay Switch 1 comes out on top.
| Feature | Aeotec Pico Switch | Switchbot Relay Switch 1 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $34.95 | $14.99 | Switchbot Relay Switch 1 |
| Rating | 3.3 | 4.3 | Switchbot Relay Switch 1 |
| Safety | Overheating protection, Overcurrent protection | Overheating protection | Aeotec Pico Switch |
| Connectivity | Zigbee | 2.4 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth | Switchbot Relay Switch 1 |
| Integrations | Google Home, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, IFTTT, Matter | Switchbot Relay Switch 1 |
| Energy Monitoring | YES | NO | Aeotec Pico Switch |
| Dry Contact Mode | NO | YES | Switchbot Relay Switch 1 |
| Zibgee Router | YES | NO | Aeotec Pico Switch |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Relay Channels | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Power Off Memory | YES | YES | Tie |
| Wet Contact Mode | YES | YES | Tie |
$34.95
- + Safety: Overheating protection, Overcurrent protection
- + Energy Monitoring: YES
- + Zibgee Router: YES
- - Price: $34.95 vs $14.99
- - Rating: 3.3 vs 4.3
Winner
$14.99
- + Price: $14.99
- + Rating: 4.3
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth
- - Safety: Overheating protection vs Overheating protection, Overcurrent protection
- - Energy Monitoring: NO vs YES
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Which is better overall: Aeotec Pico Switch or Switchbot Relay Switch 1?
- Switchbot Relay Switch 1 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and connectivity.
- What is the biggest difference between Aeotec Pico Switch and Switchbot Relay Switch 1?
- Price is one of the clearest differences: Aeotec Pico Switch lists $34.95, while Switchbot Relay Switch 1 lists $14.99.
- Which one looks better on price?
- Aeotec Pico Switch is listed at $34.95, while Switchbot Relay Switch 1 is listed at $14.99. Switchbot Relay Switch 1 (better spec).
- Who should buy Aeotec Pico Switch?
- Choose Aeotec Pico Switch if your priority is safety and energy monitoring and that matters more than price.
- Who should buy Switchbot Relay Switch 1?
- Choose Switchbot Relay Switch 1 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than safety.
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