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Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4 vs Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch

Full Smart Relays comparison in 2026

Updated November 2026
Data from the official Shelly and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
In 2026, the recommendation leans toward Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4 over Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch, driven by safety, connectivity, and energy monitoring.
Its strongest advantages show up in safety, connectivity, and energy monitoring, with zigbee router helping widen the gap. The only strong reason to choose Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch is if price and rating are more important to you than the overall verdict. That makes Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4 the clearer recommendation in 2026.
Winner
Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4
Prime exclusive deal
$27.99

Also sold in packs

  • Pack of 2$54.86$27.43 per unitYou save $1.12Buy
vs
Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch
Prime exclusive deal
$14.90

Also sold in packs

  • Pack of 2$26.90$13.45 per unitYou save $2.90Buy
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FeatureShelly 1PM Mini Gen4Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart SwitchWinner
Price$27.99$14.90Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch
Rating4.64.7Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch
SafetyOverheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protectionOvercurrent protectionShelly 1PM Mini Gen4
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee2.4 GHz WiFiShelly 1PM Mini Gen4
Energy MonitoringYESNOShelly 1PM Mini Gen4
Zigbee RouterYESNOShelly 1PM Mini Gen4
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterTie
Relay Channels11Tie
Dry Contact ModeYESYESTie
Wet Contact ModeYESYESTie
Local ControlYESYESTie
Shutter ModeNONOTie
Winner
Prime exclusive deal
$27.99
  • + Safety: Overheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protection
  • + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee
  • + Energy Monitoring: YES
  • - Price: $27.99 vs $14.90
  • - Rating: 4.6 vs 4.7
Prime exclusive deal
$14.90
  • + Price: $14.90
  • + Rating: 4.7
  • - Safety: Overcurrent protection vs Overheating protection, Overvoltage protection, Overcurrent protection, Overpower protection
  • - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4 or Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch?

Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for safety, connectivity, and energy monitoring.

What is the biggest difference between Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4 and Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4 lists $27.99, while Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch lists $14.90.

Which one looks better on price?

Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4 is listed at $27.99, while Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch is listed at $14.90. Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch (better spec).

Who should buy Shelly 1PM Mini Gen4?

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

Who should buy Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch?

Choose Sonoff MINI Dry Wi-Fi Smart Switch if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than safety.

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