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Shelly 1PM Gen4 vs Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch

Full Smart Relays comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from the official Shelly and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
Shelly 1PM Gen4 is the more complete option versus Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch in 2026, helped most by rating, warranty, and connectivity.
Shelly 1PM Gen4
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Shelly 1PM Gen4
$28.99
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What pushes it ahead is rating, warranty, and connectivity, and energy monitoring and dry contact mode keep the advantage from looking narrow. Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch is the better fit only for buyers who prioritize its specific feature mix above everything else here. As a general recommendation, Shelly 1PM Gen4 comes out on top.
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Shelly 1PM Gen4
Shelly
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Shelly 1PM Gen4

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Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch
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Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch

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  • Pack of 2£22.30£11.15 per unitBuy
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FeatureShelly 1PM Gen4Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart SwitchWinner
Rating4.64.3Shelly 1PM Gen4
Warranty3 years1 yearShelly 1PM Gen4
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, ZigbeeZigbeeShelly 1PM Gen4
Energy MonitoringYESNOShelly 1PM Gen4
Dry Contact ModeYESNOShelly 1PM Gen4
Zigbee RouterYESNOShelly 1PM Gen4
SafetyOverheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protectionNoneTie
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterTie
Relay Channels11Tie
Wet Contact ModeYESYESTie
Local ControlYESYESTie
Shutter ModeNONOTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Shelly 1PM Gen4 or Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch?

Shelly 1PM Gen4 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, warranty, and connectivity.

What is the biggest difference between Shelly 1PM Gen4 and Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch?

Rating is one of the clearest differences: Shelly 1PM Gen4 lists 4.6, while Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch lists 4.3.

Who should buy Shelly 1PM Gen4?

Choose Shelly 1PM Gen4 if your priority is rating and warranty and that matters more than the competing advantages.

Who should buy Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch?

Choose Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch if your priority is its specific strengths and that matters more than rating.

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