Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 vs Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch

Full Smart Relays comparison in 2026

Updated March 2026
Data from Amazon and official Shelly and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
Taken as a whole in 2026, Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 wins this matchup. Its strongest advantages show up in price, warranty, and safety, with connectivity and dry contact mode helping widen the gap. Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch remains a niche alternative if rating, max resistive load power (per channel), and power off memory matters more than the rest of the comparison. That is why the final call still favors Shelly 1 Mini Gen3.
FeatureShelly 1 Mini Gen3Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart SwitchWinner
Price$11.89€15.90Shelly 1 Mini Gen3
Rating4.55.0Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch
Warranty3 years1 yearShelly 1 Mini Gen3
Max Resistive Load Power (Per Channel)2000W2400WSonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch
SafetyOverheating protectionNoneShelly 1 Mini Gen3
Connectivity2.4 GHz Wifi, BluetoothZigbeeShelly 1 Mini Gen3
Power Off MemoryNOYESSonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch
Dry Contact ModeYESNOShelly 1 Mini Gen3
Zibgee RouterNOYESSonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantGoogle Home, Alexa, Home Assistant, IFTTTTie
Relay Channels11Tie
Energy MonitoringNONOTie
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  • + Price: $11.89
  • + Warranty: 3 years
  • + Safety: Overheating protection
  • - Rating: 4.5 vs 5.0
  • - Max Resistive Load Power (Per Channel): 2000W vs 2400W

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 or Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch?
Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, warranty, and safety.
What is the biggest difference between Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 and Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 lists $11.89, while Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch lists €15.90.
Which one looks better on price?
Shelly 1 Mini Gen3 is listed at $11.89, while Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch is listed at €15.90. 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 ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch?
Choose Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch if your priority is rating and max resistive load power (per channel) and that matters more than price.
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