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Shelly i4 Gen3 vs Sonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch

Full Smart Relays comparison in 2026

Updated July 2026
Data from Amazon and official Shelly and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
Sonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch has the better all-around case than Shelly i4 Gen3 in 2026, starting with price, relay channels, and wet contact mode. It wins the broader comparison through price, relay channels, and wet contact mode, while zibgee router helps confirm the result. You should still consider Shelly i4 Gen3 if rating matters more than raw overall balance. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of Sonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch.
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FeatureShelly i4 Gen3Sonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart SwitchWinner
Price$19.99$17.99Sonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch
Rating4.64.2Shelly i4 Gen3
Relay Channels01Sonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch
Wet Contact ModeNOYESSonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch
Zibgee RouterNOYESSonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch
ConnectivityBluetoothZigbeeTie
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant, MatterGoogle Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, IFTTTTie
Energy MonitoringNONOTie
Power Off MemoryNONOTie
Dry Contact ModeNONOTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Shelly i4 Gen3 or Sonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch?

Sonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, relay channels, and wet contact mode.

What is the biggest difference between Shelly i4 Gen3 and Sonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Shelly i4 Gen3 lists $19.99, while Sonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch lists $17.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Shelly i4 Gen3 is listed at $19.99, while Sonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch is listed at $17.99. Sonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch (better spec).

Who should buy Shelly i4 Gen3?

Choose Shelly i4 Gen3 if your priority is rating and that matters more than price.

Who should buy Sonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch?

Choose Sonoff ZBMINI ZigBee Smart Switch if your priority is price and relay channels and that matters more than rating.

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