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Shelly 1 Gen3 vs Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Zigbee Smart Switch

Full Smart Relays comparison in 2026

Updated November 2026
Data from the official Shelly and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
Between Shelly 1 Gen3 and Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Zigbee Smart Switch, Shelly 1 Gen3 is the better overall pick in 2026, leading on price, warranty, and safety.
Shelly 1 Gen3
Winner
Shelly 1 Gen3
$18.39
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It separates itself most clearly on price, warranty, and safety, while still looking better on connectivity and dry contact mode. Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Zigbee Smart Switch is the better fit only for buyers who prioritize energy monitoring and zigbee router above everything else here. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of Shelly 1 Gen3.
Winner
Shelly 1 Gen3
Shelly
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Shelly 1 Gen3

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$18.39
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FeatureShelly 1 Gen3Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Zigbee Smart SwitchWinner
Price$18.39$19.90Shelly 1 Gen3
Warranty3 years2 yearsShelly 1 Gen3
SafetyOverheating protectionOvervoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protectionShelly 1 Gen3
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, BluetoothZigbeeShelly 1 Gen3
Energy MonitoringNOYESSonoff Basic DIN Rail Zigbee Smart Switch
Dry Contact ModeYESNOShelly 1 Gen3
Zigbee RouterNOYESSonoff Basic DIN Rail Zigbee Smart Switch
Rating4.64.6Tie
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterTie
Relay Channels11Tie
Wet Contact ModeYESYESTie
Local ControlYESYESTie
Winner
Shelly

Shelly 1 Gen3

Prime exclusive deal
$18.39
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  • + Price: $18.39
  • + Warranty: 3 years
  • + Safety: Overheating protection
  • - Energy Monitoring: NO vs YES
  • - Zigbee Router: NO vs YES

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Shelly 1 Gen3 or Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Zigbee Smart Switch?

Shelly 1 Gen3 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, warranty, and safety.

What is the biggest difference between Shelly 1 Gen3 and Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Zigbee Smart Switch?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Shelly 1 Gen3 lists $18.39, while Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Zigbee Smart Switch lists $19.90.

Which one looks better on price?

Shelly 1 Gen3 is listed at $18.39, while Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Zigbee Smart Switch is listed at $19.90. Shelly 1 Gen3 (better spec).

Who should buy Shelly 1 Gen3?

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

Who should buy Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Zigbee Smart Switch?

Choose Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Zigbee Smart Switch if your priority is energy monitoring and zigbee router and that matters more than price.

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