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Aqara Single Switch Module T1 (No Neutral) vs Shelly 1 Mini Gen3

Full Smart Relays comparison in 2026

Updated May 2026
Data from Amazon and official Aqara and Shelly sites.
2026 verdict
In 2026, the recommendation leans toward Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 over Aqara Single Switch Module T1 (No Neutral), driven by price, warranty, and max resistive load power (per channel). What pushes it ahead is price, warranty, and max resistive load power (per channel), and connectivity and dry contact mode keeps the advantage from looking narrow. Aqara Single Switch Module T1 (No Neutral) still makes sense if integrations and power off memory is your priority, but most buyers should still lean toward Shelly 1 Mini Gen3. Overall, Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 makes more sense for most people.
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FeatureAqara Single Switch Module T1 (No Neutral)Shelly 1 Mini Gen3Winner
Price$18.25$17.99Shelly 1 Mini Gen3
Warranty1 year3 yearsShelly 1 Mini Gen3
Max Resistive Load Power (Per Channel)1250W2000WShelly 1 Mini Gen3
ConnectivityZigbee2.4 GHz WiFi, BluetoothShelly 1 Mini Gen3
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant, IFTTT, MatterGoogle Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterAqara Single Switch Module T1 (No Neutral)
Power Off MemoryYESNOAqara Single Switch Module T1 (No Neutral)
Dry Contact ModeNOYESShelly 1 Mini Gen3
SafetyOverheating protectionOverheating protectionTie
Relay Channels11Tie
Energy MonitoringNONOTie
Wet Contact ModeYESYESTie
Zibgee RouterNONOTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Aqara Single Switch Module T1 (No Neutral) or Shelly 1 Mini Gen3?

Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, warranty, and max resistive load power (per channel).

What is the biggest difference between Aqara Single Switch Module T1 (No Neutral) and Shelly 1 Mini Gen3?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Aqara Single Switch Module T1 (No Neutral) lists $18.25, while Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 lists $17.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Aqara Single Switch Module T1 (No Neutral) is listed at $18.25, while Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 is listed at $17.99. Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 (better spec).

Who should buy Aqara Single Switch Module T1 (No Neutral)?

Choose Aqara Single Switch Module T1 (No Neutral) if your priority is integrations and power off memory and that matters more than price.

Who should buy Shelly 1 Mini Gen3?

Choose Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 if your priority is price and warranty and that matters more than integrations.

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