Updated November 2026
Data from the official Meross and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch beats Meross Matter Smart DIY Switch with Energy Monitor in 2026, with its clearest edge on rating, max resistive load power (Per Channel), and safety.
It separates itself most clearly on rating, max resistive load power (Per Channel), and safety, while still looking better on its broader overall balance. Meross Matter Smart DIY Switch with Energy Monitor can still be the right pick, but only if price outweighs the wider strengths of Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch. As a general recommendation, Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch comes out on top.
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| Feature | Meross Matter Smart DIY Switch with Energy Monitor | Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £16.98 | $19.90 | Meross Matter Smart DIY Switch with Energy Monitor |
| Rating | 3.9 | 4.6 | Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch |
| Max Resistive Load Power (Per Channel) | 3800W | 7680W | Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch |
| Safety | Overheating protection | Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protection | Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years | Tie |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | Tie |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Tie |
| Relay Channels | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Energy Monitoring | YES | YES | Tie |
| Dry Contact Mode | NO | NO | Tie |
| Wet Contact Mode | YES | YES | Tie |
| Zigbee Router | NO | NO | Tie |
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£16.98
£19.99
- + Price: £16.98
- - Rating: 3.9 vs 4.6
- - Max Resistive Load Power (Per Channel): 3800W vs 7680W
Winner
$19.90
- + Rating: 4.6
- + Max Resistive Load Power (Per Channel): 7680W
- + Safety: Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protection
- - Price: $19.90 vs £16.98
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Meross Matter Smart DIY Switch with Energy Monitor or Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch?
Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, max resistive load power (Per Channel), and safety.
What is the biggest difference between Meross Matter Smart DIY Switch with Energy Monitor and Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Meross Matter Smart DIY Switch with Energy Monitor lists £16.98, while Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch lists $19.90.
Which one looks better on price?
Meross Matter Smart DIY Switch with Energy Monitor is listed at £16.98, while Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch is listed at $19.90. Meross Matter Smart DIY Switch with Energy Monitor (better spec).
Who should buy Meross Matter Smart DIY Switch with Energy Monitor?
Choose Meross Matter Smart DIY Switch with Energy Monitor if your priority is price and that matters more than rating.
Who should buy Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch?
Choose Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch if your priority is rating and max resistive load power (Per Channel) and that matters more than price.
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