Updated June 2026
Data from Amazon and official Shelly site.
2026 verdict
Shelly Plus 1 wins the 2026 matchup against Shelly 2PM Gen3, mainly on safety, connectivity, and dry contact mode. It wins the broader comparison through safety, connectivity, and dry contact mode, while wet contact mode helps confirm the result. Pick Shelly 2PM Gen3 only when price, integrations, and energy monitoring is the deciding factor for your setup. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of Shelly Plus 1.
| Feature | Shelly 2PM Gen3 | Shelly Plus 1 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $24.99 | $42.00 | Shelly 2PM Gen3 |
| Safety | None | Overheating protection | Shelly Plus 1 |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | Shelly Plus 1 |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant, Matter | Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Shelly 2PM Gen3 |
| Energy Monitoring | YES | NO | Shelly 2PM Gen3 |
| Dry Contact Mode | NO | YES | Shelly Plus 1 |
| Wet Contact Mode | NO | YES | Shelly Plus 1 |
| Relay Channels | 2 | 1 | Different strengths |
| Rating | 4.6 | 4.6 | Tie |
| Power Off Memory | NO | NO | Tie |
| Zibgee Router | NO | NO | Tie |
$24.99
- + Price: $24.99
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant, Matter
- + Energy Monitoring: YES
- - Safety: None vs Overheating protection
- - Connectivity: Bluetooth vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth
Winner
$42.00
- + Safety: Overheating protection
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth
- + Dry Contact Mode: YES
- - Price: $42.00 vs $24.99
- - Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant, Matter
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which is better overall: Shelly 2PM Gen3 or Shelly Plus 1?
Shelly Plus 1 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for safety, connectivity, and dry contact mode.
What is the biggest difference between Shelly 2PM Gen3 and Shelly Plus 1?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Shelly 2PM Gen3 lists $24.99, while Shelly Plus 1 lists $42.00.
Which one looks better on price?
Shelly 2PM Gen3 is listed at $24.99, while Shelly Plus 1 is listed at $42.00. Shelly 2PM Gen3 (better spec).
Who should buy Shelly 2PM Gen3?
Choose Shelly 2PM Gen3 if your priority is price and integrations and that matters more than safety.
Who should buy Shelly Plus 1?
Choose Shelly Plus 1 if your priority is safety and connectivity and that matters more than price.
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