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Aqara Single Switch Module T1 (With Neutral) vs Shelly 1 Gen4

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Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official Aqara and Shelly sites.
2026 verdict
Flexibility decides this relay matchup in favor of the Shelly 1 Gen4, which combines Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Zigbee in one module, adds a dry contact mode for garage doors and boilers, and carries a 3-year warranty against 1 year.
Shelly 1 Gen4
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Shelly 1 Gen4
$24.99
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It also handles inductive, capacitive and low-voltage DC loads, where the Aqara Single Switch Module T1 (With Neutral) is rated for resistive loads only. The Aqara fights back with a lower price, the better reviews of the two and a fuller safety list (overheating, overvoltage, overcurrent and overpower protection), plus documented energy monitoring. Both need a neutral wire, both act as Zigbee routers, and both reach Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa and Home Assistant. Pick the Shelly for varied projects and hub-free Wi-Fi control; pick the Aqara for a lighting circuit on an existing Aqara hub.
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FeatureAqara Single Switch Module T1 (With Neutral)Shelly 1 Gen4Winner
Price$16.04$24.99Aqara Single Switch Module T1 (With Neutral)
Rating4.54.4Aqara Single Switch Module T1 (With Neutral)
Warranty1 year3 yearsShelly 1 Gen4
SafetyOverheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protectionOverheating protectionAqara Single Switch Module T1 (With Neutral)
ConnectivityZigbeeBluetooth, ZigbeeShelly 1 Gen4
Dry Contact ModeNOYESShelly 1 Gen4
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterTie
Relay Channels11Tie
Wet Contact ModeYESYESTie
Zibgee RouterYESYESTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Aqara Single Switch Module T1 (With Neutral) or Shelly 1 Gen4?

The Shelly 1 Gen4 wins overall on connectivity, warranty and dry contact support. The Aqara Single Switch Module T1 (With Neutral) wins on price, owner feedback and safety protections.

Does either relay work without a hub?

The Shelly 1 Gen4 does, over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, and it can also join a Zigbee network. The Aqara Single Switch Module T1 (With Neutral) is Zigbee only and needs a Zigbee hub, with Matter and SmartThings going through an Aqara hub.

Which relay can switch a garage door or a boiler?

The Shelly 1 Gen4 supports dry contact mode, which suits garage door openers, boilers and other potential-free inputs. The Aqara Single Switch Module T1 (With Neutral) offers wet contact mode only.

Which one monitors energy use?

The Aqara Single Switch Module T1 (With Neutral) documents energy monitoring on the connected circuit. Energy monitoring is not documented for the Shelly 1 Gen4.

Who should buy the Shelly 1 Gen4?

DIY installers who want one relay for lights, pumps, gates or low-voltage DC projects, with a long warranty and a choice of Wi-Fi or Zigbee. The Shelly 1 Gen4 is the more versatile module.

Who should buy the Aqara Single Switch Module T1 (With Neutral)?

Aqara hub owners automating a resistive lighting circuit up to 2500W who want energy data and a full set of protections. The Aqara Single Switch Module T1 (With Neutral) also has a physical on/off button.

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