Updated November 2026
Data from the official Shelly site.
2026 verdict
In this 2026 Shelly Plus 2PM vs Shelly 2L Gen4 comparison, Shelly Plus 2PM comes out ahead thanks to price, safety, and energy monitoring.
The comparison tilts its way because of price, safety, and energy monitoring, with shutter mode keeping it in front. Shelly 2L Gen4 is still relevant if you care most about rating, connectivity, and integrations, but Shelly Plus 2PM is the stronger recommendation overall. Overall, Shelly Plus 2PM makes more sense for most people.
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| Feature | Shelly 2L Gen4 | Shelly Plus 2PM | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £36.71 | $34.78 | Shelly Plus 2PM |
| Rating | 5.0 | 4.6 | Shelly 2L Gen4 |
| Safety | Overheating protection, Overcurrent protection | Overheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protection | Shelly Plus 2PM |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | Shelly 2L Gen4 |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Shelly 2L Gen4 |
| Energy Monitoring | NO | YES | Shelly Plus 2PM |
| Zigbee Router | YES | NO | Shelly 2L Gen4 |
| Shutter Mode | NO | YES | Shelly Plus 2PM |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years | Tie |
| Relay Channels | 2 | 2 | Tie |
| Dry Contact Mode | NO | NO | Tie |
| Wet Contact Mode | YES | YES | Tie |
£36.71
- + Rating: 5.0
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
- - Price: £36.71 vs $34.78
- - Safety: Overheating protection, Overcurrent protection vs Overheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protection
Winner
$34.78
- + Price: $34.78
- + Safety: Overheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protection
- + Energy Monitoring: YES
- - Rating: 4.6 vs 5.0
- - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Shelly 2L Gen4 or Shelly Plus 2PM?
Shelly Plus 2PM has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, safety, and energy monitoring.
What is the biggest difference between Shelly 2L Gen4 and Shelly Plus 2PM?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Shelly 2L Gen4 lists £36.71, while Shelly Plus 2PM lists $34.78.
Which one looks better on price?
Shelly 2L Gen4 is listed at £36.71, while Shelly Plus 2PM is listed at $34.78. Shelly Plus 2PM (better spec).
Who should buy Shelly 2L Gen4?
Choose Shelly 2L Gen4 if your priority is rating and connectivity and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Shelly Plus 2PM?
Choose Shelly Plus 2PM if your priority is price and safety and that matters more than rating.
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