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The biggest differences
Where these two are furthest apart, and by how much.
- Warranty3×Shelly 1 Mini Gen43 years vs 1 year
- Max Resistive Load Power (Per Channel)+20%Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch2400W vs 2000W
| Feature | Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 | Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $24.98 | $12.90 | Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year | Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 |
| Max Resistive Load Power (Per Channel) | 2000W | 2400W | Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee | Zigbee | Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 |
| Dry Contact Mode | YES | NO | Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 |
| Rating | 4.6 | 4.6 | Tie |
| Safety | Overheating protection | None | 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 | NO | NO | Tie |
| Wet Contact Mode | YES | YES | Tie |
| Zigbee Router | YES | YES | Tie |
- + Warranty: 3 years
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee
- + Dry Contact Mode: YES
- - Price: $24.98 vs $12.90
- - Max Resistive Load Power (Per Channel): 2000W vs 2400W
- + Price: $12.90
- + Max Resistive Load Power (Per Channel): 2400W
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 3 years
- - Connectivity: Zigbee vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: the Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 or the Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch?
The Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 wins this comparison, leading on connectivity and warranty coverage. The Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch stays competitive on load capacity and price, and remains the better fit if you are Zigbee-only.
What is the biggest difference between the Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 and the Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch?
Connectivity. The Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 works over Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee (via a hub) and Matter, while the Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch is Zigbee-only and needs a compatible Zigbee bridge before it can be used at all.
Do both relays need a neutral wire?
Yes. The Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 and the Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch both require a neutral wire at the install point, so neither is an option for a box that only has a line wire.
Which one can handle a bigger electrical load?
The Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch has the higher maximum resistive load rating of the two, giving it more headroom for heavier fixtures than the Shelly 1 Mini Gen4.
Who should buy the Shelly 1 Mini Gen4?
Anyone who wants protocol flexibility (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee or Matter), broader platform support including Apple HomeKit, and a longer warranty in a very small module.
Who should buy the Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch?
Buyers already running a Zigbee mesh who want a simple, higher-current relay that also extends network coverage as a Zigbee router, without needing Wi-Fi at all.
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