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Shelly Plus 2PM vs Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4

Full Smart Relays comparison in 2026

Updated November 2026
Data from the official Shelly site.
2026 verdict
In 2026, the recommendation leans toward Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4 over Shelly Plus 2PM, driven by price, connectivity, and integrations.
The comparison tilts its way because of price, connectivity, and integrations, with dry contact mode and zigbee router keeping it in front. The only strong reason to choose Shelly Plus 2PM is if relay channels and shutter mode are more important to you than the overall verdict. In practical terms, Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4 is the easier product to recommend.
Shelly Plus 2PM
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$36.54

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Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4
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$27.99

Also sold in packs

  • Pack of 2$54.86$27.43 per unitYou save $1.12Buy
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FeatureShelly Plus 2PMShelly 1PM Mini Gen4Winner
Price$36.54$27.99Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, ZigbeeShelly 1PM Mini Gen4
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home AssistantGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterShelly 1PM Mini Gen4
Relay Channels21Shelly Plus 2PM
Dry Contact ModeNOYESShelly 1PM Mini Gen4
Zigbee RouterNOYESShelly 1PM Mini Gen4
Shutter ModeYESNOShelly Plus 2PM
Rating4.64.6Tie
SafetyOverheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protectionOverheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protectionTie
Energy MonitoringYESYESTie
Wet Contact ModeYESYESTie
Local ControlYESYESTie
Prime exclusive deal
$36.54
  • + Relay Channels: 2
  • + Shutter Mode: YES
  • - Price: $36.54 vs $27.99
  • - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee
Winner
Prime exclusive deal
$27.99
  • + Price: $27.99
  • + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee
  • + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
  • - Relay Channels: 1 vs 2
  • - Shutter Mode: NO vs YES

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Shelly Plus 2PM or Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4?

Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, connectivity, and integrations.

What is the biggest difference between Shelly Plus 2PM and Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Shelly Plus 2PM lists $36.54, while Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4 lists $27.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Shelly Plus 2PM is listed at $36.54, while Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4 is listed at $27.99. Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4 (better spec).

Who should buy Shelly Plus 2PM?

Choose Shelly Plus 2PM if your priority is relay channels and shutter mode and that matters more than price.

Who should buy Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4?

Choose Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4 if your priority is price and connectivity and that matters more than relay channels.

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