Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 vs Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch

Full Smart Relays comparison in 2026

Updated March 2026
Data from Amazon and official Shelly and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
In 2026, Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 is the better overall pick. Its clearest strengths are price, rating, and warranty, and it still looks stronger on max resistive load power (per channel) and safety. Choose Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch only if power off memory matters more to you than the broader advantage from Shelly 1 Mini Gen3. As a general recommendation, Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 comes out on top.
FeatureShelly 1 Mini Gen3Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart SwitchWinner
Price$13.59$17.99Shelly 1 Mini Gen3
Rating4.54.2Shelly 1 Mini Gen3
Warranty3 years1 yearShelly 1 Mini Gen3
Max Resistive Load Power (Per Channel)2000W300WShelly 1 Mini Gen3
SafetyOverheating protectionNoneShelly 1 Mini Gen3
Connectivity2.4 GHz Wifi, BluetoothZigbeeShelly 1 Mini Gen3
Power Off MemoryNOYESSonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch
Dry Contact ModeYESNOShelly 1 Mini Gen3
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantGoogle Home, Alexa, Home Assistant, IFTTTTie
Relay Channels11Tie
Energy MonitoringNONOTie
Wet Contact ModeYESYESTie

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 or Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch?
Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and warranty.
What is the biggest difference between Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 and Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 lists $13.59, while Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch lists $17.99.
Which one looks better on price?
Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 is listed at $13.59, while Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch is listed at $17.99. Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 (better spec).
Who should buy Shelly 1 Mini Gen3?
Choose Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than power off memory.
Who should buy Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch?
Choose Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch if your priority is power off memory and that matters more than price.
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