Updated May 2026
Data from Amazon and official Shelly site.
2026 verdict
Shelly 2PM Gen4 wins the 2026 matchup against Shelly 1 Mini Gen3, mainly on rating, safety, and integrations. It separates itself most clearly on rating, safety, and integrations, while still looking better on energy monitoring and zibgee router. The only strong reason to choose Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 is if price, dry contact mode, and wet contact mode is more important to you than the overall verdict. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of Shelly 2PM Gen4.
| Feature | Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 | Shelly 2PM Gen4 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $17.99 | $38.99 | Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 |
| Rating | 4.5 | 4.6 | Shelly 2PM Gen4 |
| Safety | Overheating protection | Overheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protection | Shelly 2PM Gen4 |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Shelly 2PM Gen4 |
| Energy Monitoring | NO | YES | Shelly 2PM Gen4 |
| Dry Contact Mode | YES | NO | Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 |
| Wet Contact Mode | YES | NO | Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 |
| Zibgee Router | NO | YES | Shelly 2PM Gen4 |
| Relay Channels | 1 | 2 | Different strengths |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years | Tie |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | Bluetooth, Zigbee | Tie |
| Power Off Memory | NO | NO | Tie |
$17.99
- + Price: $17.99
- + Dry Contact Mode: YES
- + Wet Contact Mode: YES
- - Rating: 4.5 vs 4.6
- - Safety: Overheating protection vs Overheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protection
Winner
$38.99
- + Rating: 4.6
- + Safety: Overheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protection
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
- - Price: $38.99 vs $17.99
- - Dry Contact Mode: NO vs YES
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which is better overall: Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 or Shelly 2PM Gen4?
Shelly 2PM Gen4 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, safety, and integrations.
What is the biggest difference between Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 and Shelly 2PM Gen4?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 lists $17.99, while Shelly 2PM Gen4 lists $38.99.
Which one looks better on price?
Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 is listed at $17.99, while Shelly 2PM Gen4 is listed at $38.99. Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 (better spec).
Who should buy Shelly 1 Mini Gen3?
Choose Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 if your priority is price and dry contact mode and that matters more than rating.
Who should buy Shelly 2PM Gen4?
Choose Shelly 2PM Gen4 if your priority is rating and safety and that matters more than price.
