Shelly Plus 1 vs Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch

Full Smart Relays comparison in 2026

Updated January 2026
Data from Amazon and official Shelly and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
Across the full comparison in 2026, Shelly Plus 1 earns the nod. It separates itself most clearly on rating, warranty, and safety, while still looking better on connectivity and dry contact mode. Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch is still relevant if you care most about price and power off memory, but Shelly Plus 1 is the stronger recommendation overall. That is why Shelly Plus 1 wins the verdict here.
FeatureShelly Plus 1Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart SwitchWinner
Price$21.49$17.99Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch
Rating4.54.3Shelly Plus 1
Warranty3 years1 yearShelly Plus 1
SafetyOverheating protectionNoneShelly Plus 1
Connectivity2.4 GHz Wifi, BluetoothZigbeeShelly Plus 1
Power Off MemoryNOYESSonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch
Dry Contact ModeYESNOShelly Plus 1
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantGoogle Home, Alexa, Home Assistant, IFTTTTie
Relay Channels11Tie
Energy MonitoringNONOTie
Wet Contact ModeYESYESTie
Zibgee RouterNONOTie
Winner
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  • + Rating: 4.5
  • + Warranty: 3 years
  • + Safety: Overheating protection
  • - Price: $21.49 vs $17.99
  • - Power Off Memory: NO vs YES

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Shelly Plus 1 or Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch?
Shelly Plus 1 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, warranty, and safety.
What is the biggest difference between Shelly Plus 1 and Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Shelly Plus 1 lists $21.49, while Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch lists $17.99.
Which one looks better on price?
Shelly Plus 1 is listed at $21.49, while Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch is listed at $17.99. Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch (better spec).
Who should buy Shelly Plus 1?
Choose Shelly Plus 1 if your priority is rating and warranty and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch?
Choose Sonoff ZBMINI-L2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch if your priority is price and power off memory and that matters more than rating.
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