Winner
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 strongest advantages show up in price, rating, and warranty, with safety and connectivity helping widen the gap. You should still consider Sonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch if max resistive load power (per channel) and zibgee router matters more than raw overall balance. Overall, Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 makes more sense for most people.
| Feature | Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 | Sonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $11.89 | $17.99 | Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 |
| Rating | 4.5 | 4.1 | Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year | Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 |
| Max Resistive Load Power (Per Channel) | 2000W | 2200W | Sonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch |
| Safety | Overheating protection | None | Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth | Zigbee | Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 |
| Dry Contact Mode | YES | NO | Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 |
| Zibgee Router | NO | YES | Sonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant, IFTTT | Tie |
| Relay Channels | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Energy Monitoring | NO | NO | Tie |
| Power Off Memory | NO | NO | Tie |
Winner
30% OFF
$16.99
$11.89
- + Price: $11.89
- + Rating: 4.5
- + Warranty: 3 years
- - Max Resistive Load Power (Per Channel): 2000W vs 2200W
- - Zibgee Router: NO vs YES
$17.99
- + Max Resistive Load Power (Per Channel): 2200W
- + Zibgee Router: YES
- - Price: $17.99 vs $11.89
- - Rating: 4.1 vs 4.5
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Which is better overall: Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 or Sonoff ZBMINI 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 ZigBee Smart Switch?
- Price is one of the clearest differences: Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 lists $11.89, while Sonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch lists $17.99.
- Which one looks better on price?
- Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 is listed at $11.89, while Sonoff ZBMINI 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 max resistive load power (per channel).
- Who should buy Sonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch?
- Choose Sonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch if your priority is max resistive load power (per channel) and zibgee router and that matters more than price.
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