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Shelly 1 Gen4 vs Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch

Full Smart Relays comparison in 2026

Updated November 2026
Data from the official Shelly and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
Which relay actually gives you protocol choice?
The Shelly 1 Gen4 does, and that is the deciding factor against the Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth, Zigbee and Matter all live in the Shelly, while the Sonoff speaks Zigbee only and needs a compatible bridge to do anything at all. The Shelly 1 Gen4 also holds a fuller integrations list (Apple HomeKit and Matter alongside Alexa, Google, SmartThings and Home Assistant), confirmed overheating protection, dry-contact wiring for garage doors and pumps, and a 3-year warranty against the Sonoff's 1-year term. The Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch is not without its own case: it typically costs less, keeps its last switch state through a power outage, and is a perfectly capable single-channel option for a home already built around Zigbee. Both models require a neutral wire and skip energy monitoring entirely. For flexibility across ecosystems, take the Shelly 1 Gen4; for a no-frills Zigbee node at a lower cost, the Sonoff still gets the job done.
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Shelly 1 Gen4
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Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch
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$12.90

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  • Pack of 2$22.90$11.45 per unitYou save $2.90Buy
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FeatureShelly 1 Gen4Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart SwitchWinner
Price£23.09$12.90Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch
Rating4.44.6Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch
Warranty3 years1 yearShelly 1 Gen4
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, ZigbeeZigbeeShelly 1 Gen4
Dry Contact ModeYESNOShelly 1 Gen4
SafetyOverheating protectionNoneTie
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterTie
Relay Channels11Tie
Energy MonitoringNONOTie
Wet Contact ModeYESYESTie
Zigbee RouterYESYESTie
Local ControlYESYESTie
Winner
Prime exclusive deal
£23.09
Buy on Amazon UK
  • + Warranty: 3 years
  • + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee
  • + Dry Contact Mode: YES
  • - Price: £23.09 vs $12.90
  • - Rating: 4.4 vs 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: the Shelly 1 Gen4 or the Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch?

The Shelly 1 Gen4 wins this comparison, leading on connectivity and warranty, while the Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch remains the cheaper, Zigbee-only alternative.

What is the biggest difference between the Shelly 1 Gen4 and the Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch?

Protocol support. The Shelly 1 Gen4 connects over Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee or Matter, while the Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch only works over Zigbee and needs a hub to do so.

Do both relays need a neutral wire?

Yes, both the Shelly 1 Gen4 and the Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch require a neutral wire at the install point.

Which one has a longer warranty?

The Shelly 1 Gen4 carries a 3-year warranty, compared with a 1-year warranty on the Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch.

Who should buy the Shelly 1 Gen4?

Buyers who want the flexibility to run over Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee or Matter, plus broader platform support and a longer warranty.

Who should buy the Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch?

Anyone with an established Zigbee mesh who wants a straightforward, more affordable relay and does not need Wi-Fi or Matter.

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