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Shelly 1 Gen3 vs Sonoff MINI Dry Zigbee Smart Switch

Full Smart Relays comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from the official Shelly and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
For most buyers in 2026, Shelly 1 Gen3 is the safer pick over Sonoff MINI Dry Zigbee Smart Switch because of rating, connectivity, and integrations.
Shelly 1 Gen3
Winner
Shelly 1 Gen3
$22.99
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Its biggest wins come from rating, connectivity, and integrations, and wet contact mode adds more confidence to the verdict. Choose Sonoff MINI Dry Zigbee Smart Switch only if price and zigbee router matter more to you than the broader advantage from Shelly 1 Gen3. That is why Shelly 1 Gen3 wins the verdict here.
Winner
Shelly 1 Gen3
Shelly
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Shelly 1 Gen3

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$22.99
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FeatureShelly 1 Gen3Sonoff MINI Dry Zigbee Smart SwitchWinner
Price$22.99$14.90Sonoff MINI Dry Zigbee Smart Switch
Rating4.64.2Shelly 1 Gen3
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, BluetoothZigbeeShelly 1 Gen3
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterGoogle Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantShelly 1 Gen3
Wet Contact ModeYESNOShelly 1 Gen3
Zigbee RouterNOYESSonoff MINI Dry Zigbee Smart Switch
SafetyOverheating protectionNoneTie
Relay Channels11Tie
Energy MonitoringNONOTie
Dry Contact ModeYESYESTie
Local ControlYESYESTie
Shutter ModeNONOTie
Winner
Shelly

Shelly 1 Gen3

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$22.99
Buy on Amazon USA
  • + Rating: 4.6
  • + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth
  • + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
  • - Price: $22.99 vs $14.90
  • - Zigbee Router: NO vs YES

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Shelly 1 Gen3 or Sonoff MINI Dry Zigbee Smart Switch?

Shelly 1 Gen3 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, connectivity, and integrations.

What is the biggest difference between Shelly 1 Gen3 and Sonoff MINI Dry Zigbee Smart Switch?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Shelly 1 Gen3 lists $22.99, while Sonoff MINI Dry Zigbee Smart Switch lists $14.90.

Which one looks better on price?

Shelly 1 Gen3 is listed at $22.99, while Sonoff MINI Dry Zigbee Smart Switch is listed at $14.90. Sonoff MINI Dry Zigbee Smart Switch (better spec).

Who should buy Shelly 1 Gen3?

Choose Shelly 1 Gen3 if your priority is rating and connectivity and that matters more than price.

Who should buy Sonoff MINI Dry Zigbee Smart Switch?

Choose Sonoff MINI Dry Zigbee Smart Switch if your priority is price and zigbee router and that matters more than rating.

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