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Shelly 2PM Gen4 vs Shelly Plus 2PM

Full Smart Relays comparison in 2026

Data from Amazon and official Shelly site.
2026 verdict
Shelly Plus 2PM wins the 2026 matchup against Shelly 2PM Gen4, mainly on price, dry contact mode, and wet contact mode. Its biggest wins come from price, dry contact mode, and wet contact mode, and its broader overall balance adds more confidence to the verdict. Pick Shelly 2PM Gen4 only when integrations and zibgee router is the deciding factor for your setup. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of Shelly Plus 2PM.
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FeatureShelly 2PM Gen4Shelly Plus 2PMWinner
Price$38.99€23.00Shelly Plus 2PM
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterGoogle Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantShelly 2PM Gen4
Dry Contact ModeNOYESShelly Plus 2PM
Wet Contact ModeNOYESShelly Plus 2PM
Zibgee RouterYESNOShelly 2PM Gen4
Rating4.64.6Tie
Warranty3 years3 yearsTie
SafetyOverheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protectionOverheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protectionTie
ConnectivityBluetooth, Zigbee2.4 GHz WiFi, BluetoothTie
Relay Channels22Tie
Energy MonitoringYESYESTie
Power Off MemoryNONOTie

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Shelly 2PM Gen4 or Shelly Plus 2PM?
Shelly Plus 2PM has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, dry contact mode, and wet contact mode.
What is the biggest difference between Shelly 2PM Gen4 and Shelly Plus 2PM?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Shelly 2PM Gen4 lists $38.99, while Shelly Plus 2PM lists €23.00.
Which one looks better on price?
Shelly 2PM Gen4 is listed at $38.99, while Shelly Plus 2PM is listed at €23.00. Shelly Plus 2PM (better spec).
Who should buy Shelly 2PM Gen4?
Choose Shelly 2PM Gen4 if your priority is integrations and zibgee router and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Shelly Plus 2PM?
Choose Shelly Plus 2PM if your priority is price and dry contact mode and that matters more than integrations.
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