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Updated November 2026
Data from the official Shelly and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
Across the 2026 comparison, Shelly 1L Gen4 earns the nod over Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch on the strength of rating, warranty, and safety.
What pushes it ahead is rating, warranty, and safety, and connectivity and zigbee router keep the advantage from looking narrow. You should still consider Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch if dry contact mode matters more than raw overall balance. That makes Shelly 1L Gen4 the clearer recommendation in 2026.
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| Feature | Shelly 1L Gen4 | Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 5.0 | 4.7 | Shelly 1L Gen4 |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year | Shelly 1L Gen4 |
| Safety | Overheating protection, Overcurrent protection | Overcurrent protection | Shelly 1L Gen4 |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee | 2.4 GHz WiFi | Shelly 1L Gen4 |
| Dry Contact Mode | NO | YES | Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch |
| Zigbee Router | YES | NO | Shelly 1L Gen4 |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Tie |
| Relay Channels | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Energy Monitoring | NO | NO | Tie |
| Wet Contact Mode | YES | YES | Tie |
| Local Control | YES | YES | Tie |
| Shutter Mode | NO | NO | Tie |
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- + Rating: 5.0
- + Warranty: 3 years
- + Safety: Overheating protection, Overcurrent protection
- - Dry Contact Mode: NO vs YES
$14.90
- + Dry Contact Mode: YES
- - Rating: 4.7 vs 5.0
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 3 years
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Shelly 1L Gen4 or Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch?
Shelly 1L Gen4 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, warranty, and safety.
What is the biggest difference between Shelly 1L Gen4 and Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch?
Rating is one of the clearest differences: Shelly 1L Gen4 lists 5.0, while Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch lists 4.7.
Who should buy Shelly 1L Gen4?
Choose Shelly 1L Gen4 if your priority is rating and warranty and that matters more than dry contact mode.
Who should buy Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch?
Choose Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch if your priority is dry contact mode and that matters more than rating.
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