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Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 vs Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch

Full Smart Relays comparison in 2026

Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official Shelly and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
Across the 2026 comparison, Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch earns the nod over Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 on the strength of rating, max resistive load power (Per Channel), and safety.
It wins the broader comparison through rating, max resistive load power (Per Channel), and safety, while energy monitoring and power off memory help confirm the result. Choose Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 only if price, warranty, and dry contact mode matter more to you than the broader advantage from Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch. That is why Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch wins the verdict here.
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FeatureShelly 1 Mini Gen3Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart SwitchWinner
Price$17.99$19.90Shelly 1 Mini Gen3
Rating4.54.6Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch
Warranty3 years2 yearsShelly 1 Mini Gen3
Max Resistive Load Power (Per Channel)2000W7680WSonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch
SafetyOverheating protectionOvervoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protectionSonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch
Energy MonitoringNOYESSonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch
Power Off MemoryNOYESSonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch
Dry Contact ModeYESNOShelly 1 Mini Gen3
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth2.4 GHz WiFi, BluetoothTie
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterTie
Relay Channels11Tie
Wet Contact ModeYESYESTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 or Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch?

Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, max resistive load power (Per Channel), and safety.

What is the biggest difference between Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 and Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 lists $17.99, while Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch lists $19.90.

Which one looks better on price?

Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 is listed at $17.99, while Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch is listed at $19.90. Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 (better spec).

Who should buy Shelly 1 Mini Gen3?

Choose Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 if your priority is price and warranty and that matters more than rating.

Who should buy Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch?

Choose Sonoff Basic DIN Rail Matter Over WiFi Smart Switch if your priority is rating and max resistive load power (Per Channel) and that matters more than price.

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