Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 vs Shelly Plus 2PM comparison

Updated May 2026

Data from Amazon and official Shelly site.

2026 verdict

The Shelly Plus 2PM wins this smart relay comparison as the better-reviewed and more capable module, offering two channels, per-channel energy monitoring, a complete four-way safety suite (overheating, overvoltage, overcurrent, overpower) and an interlock/cover mode for roller shutters, curtains and garage doors. The Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 answers with two real advantages: it is the more affordable unit and, despite its tiny single-channel size, it actually supports Matter, which the Plus 2PM does not. Both run over Wi-Fi with dry and wet contacts and need a neutral wire. Buy the Plus 2PM for dual-circuit and shutter automation with metering and full protection; keep the Mini Gen3 for the cheapest, smallest single-load control, especially if Matter compatibility matters to you.

Shelly

Shelly 1 Mini Gen3

$17.99

Buy on Amazon USA

Winner

Shelly

Shelly Plus 2PM

26% OFF

€23.00

€31.00

Buy on Amazon Germany

Feature	Shelly 1 Mini Gen3	Shelly Plus 2PM	Winner
Price	$17.99	€23.00	Shelly 1 Mini Gen3
Rating	4.5	4.6	Shelly Plus 2PM
Safety	Overheating protection	Overheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protection	Shelly Plus 2PM
Integrations	Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter	Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant	Shelly 1 Mini Gen3
Energy Monitoring	NO	YES	Shelly Plus 2PM
Relay Channels	1	2	Different strengths
Warranty	3 years	3 years	Tie
Connectivity	2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth	2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth	Tie
Power Off Memory	NO	NO	Tie
Dry Contact Mode	YES	YES	Tie
Wet Contact Mode	YES	YES	Tie
Zibgee Router	NO	NO	Tie

Shelly

Shelly 1 Mini Gen3

$17.99

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Price: $17.99
+ Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
- Rating: 4.5 vs 4.6
- Safety: Overheating protection vs Overheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protection

Winner

Shelly

Shelly Plus 2PM

26% OFF

€23.00

€31.00

Buy on Amazon Germany

+ Rating: 4.6
+ Safety: Overheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protection
+ Energy Monitoring: YES
- Price: €23.00 vs $17.99
- Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 or Shelly Plus 2PM?

The Shelly Plus 2PM is better overall, with two channels, per-channel energy monitoring, a four-way safety suite, cover mode and a higher owner rating. The Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 wins on price and, notably, on Matter support, which the Plus 2PM lacks.

What is the biggest difference between these relays?

Capability versus size. The Plus 2PM is a dual-channel relay with energy monitoring, full safety protection and shutter/cover mode, while the 1 Mini Gen3 is a single-channel Wi-Fi module built for compact, low-cost control of one circuit.

Which one supports Matter?

Only the Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 supports Matter in this pairing. The Shelly Plus 2PM works over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth without Matter or Apple HomeKit, though it still integrates with Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings and Home Assistant.

Who should buy the Shelly 1 Mini Gen3?

Buy the Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 if you want the cheapest, tiniest relay for a single circuit, need Matter compatibility, and are automating a garage door, sprinkler or low-power load rather than a shutter or two circuits.

Who should buy the Shelly Plus 2PM?

Buy the Shelly Plus 2PM if you want to control two circuits, automate roller shutters or blinds with cover mode, monitor energy per channel, and get full overvoltage, overcurrent, overpower and overheating protection.

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