Shelly 1 Gen4 vs Shelly Plus 2PM

Full Smart Relays comparison in 2026

Updated March 2026
Data from Amazon and official Shelly site.
2026 verdict
In 2026, Shelly 1 Gen4 is the better overall pick. What pushes it ahead is price, integrations, and zibgee router, and its broader overall balance keeps the advantage from looking narrow. The only strong reason to choose Shelly Plus 2PM is if rating, safety, and energy monitoring is more important to you than the overall verdict. Overall, Shelly 1 Gen4 makes more sense for most people.
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FeatureShelly 1 Gen4Shelly Plus 2PMWinner
Price$21.99€23.00Shelly 1 Gen4
Rating4.54.6Shelly Plus 2PM
SafetyOverheating protectionOverheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protectionShelly Plus 2PM
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterGoogle Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantShelly 1 Gen4
Energy MonitoringNOYESShelly Plus 2PM
Zibgee RouterYESNOShelly 1 Gen4
Relay Channels12Different strengths
Warranty3 years3 yearsTie
ConnectivityBluetooth, Zigbee2.4 GHz Wifi, BluetoothTie
Power Off MemoryNONOTie
Dry Contact ModeYESYESTie
Wet Contact ModeYESYESTie
Winner
Shelly

Shelly 1 Gen4

$21.99
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  • + Price: $21.99
  • + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
  • + Zibgee Router: YES
  • - Rating: 4.5 vs 4.6
  • - Safety: Overheating protection vs Overheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protection
Shelly

Shelly Plus 2PM

26% OFF
€31.00
€23.00
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  • + Rating: 4.6
  • + Safety: Overheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protection
  • + Energy Monitoring: YES
  • - Price: €23.00 vs $21.99
  • - Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Shelly 1 Gen4 or Shelly Plus 2PM?
Shelly 1 Gen4 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, integrations, and zibgee router.
What is the biggest difference between Shelly 1 Gen4 and Shelly Plus 2PM?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Shelly 1 Gen4 lists $21.99, while Shelly Plus 2PM lists €23.00.
Which one looks better on price?
Shelly 1 Gen4 is listed at $21.99, while Shelly Plus 2PM is listed at €23.00. Shelly 1 Gen4 (better spec).
Who should buy Shelly 1 Gen4?
Choose Shelly 1 Gen4 if your priority is price and integrations and that matters more than rating.
Who should buy Shelly Plus 2PM?
Choose Shelly Plus 2PM if your priority is rating and safety and that matters more than price.
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