Updated March 2026
Data from Amazon and official Shelly and SwitchBot sites.
2026 verdict
Taken as a whole in 2026, Switchbot Relay Switch 1PM wins this matchup. What pushes it ahead is safety, integrations, and energy monitoring, and power off memory keeps the advantage from looking narrow. Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 still makes sense if price, rating, and warranty is your priority, but most buyers should still lean toward Switchbot Relay Switch 1PM. That makes Switchbot Relay Switch 1PM the clearer recommendation in 2026.
| Feature | Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 | Switchbot Relay Switch 1PM | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $17.49 | €21.99 | Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 |
| Rating | 4.6 | 4.2 | Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year | Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 |
| Safety | Overheating protection | Overheating protection, Overcurrent protection | Switchbot Relay Switch 1PM |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, IFTTT, Matter | Switchbot Relay Switch 1PM |
| Energy Monitoring | NO | YES | Switchbot Relay Switch 1PM |
| Power Off Memory | NO | YES | Switchbot Relay Switch 1PM |
| Zibgee Router | YES | NO | Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, Zigbee | 2.4 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth | Tie |
| Relay Channels | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Dry Contact Mode | YES | YES | Tie |
| Wet Contact Mode | YES | YES | Tie |
$17.49
- + Price: $17.49
- + Rating: 4.6
- + Warranty: 3 years
- - Safety: Overheating protection vs Overheating protection, Overcurrent protection
- - Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, IFTTT, Matter
Winner
€21.99
- + Safety: Overheating protection, Overcurrent protection
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, IFTTT, Matter
- + Energy Monitoring: YES
- - Price: €21.99 vs $17.49
- - Rating: 4.2 vs 4.6
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Which is better overall: Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 or Switchbot Relay Switch 1PM?
- Switchbot Relay Switch 1PM has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for safety, integrations, and energy monitoring.
- What is the biggest difference between Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 and Switchbot Relay Switch 1PM?
- Price is one of the clearest differences: Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 lists $17.49, while Switchbot Relay Switch 1PM lists €21.99.
- Which one looks better on price?
- Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 is listed at $17.49, while Switchbot Relay Switch 1PM is listed at €21.99. Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 (better spec).
- Who should buy Shelly 1 Mini Gen4?
- Choose Shelly 1 Mini Gen4 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than safety.
- Who should buy Switchbot Relay Switch 1PM?
- Choose Switchbot Relay Switch 1PM if your priority is safety and integrations and that matters more than price.
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