Updated November 2026
Data from the official Sonoff and SwitchBot sites.
2026 verdict
Across the 2026 comparison, Switchbot Relay Switch 1 earns the nod over Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch on the strength of price, connectivity, and dry contact mode.
What pushes it ahead is price, connectivity, and dry contact mode, and its broader overall balance keeps the advantage from looking narrow. Pick Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch only when rating and zigbee router are the deciding factor for your setup. Overall, Switchbot Relay Switch 1 makes more sense for most people.
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Winner
$11.74
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Connectivity
- Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz
- Bluetooth
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| Feature | Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch | Switchbot Relay Switch 1 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $12.90 | $11.74 | Switchbot Relay Switch 1 |
| Rating | 4.6 | 4.4 | Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch |
| Connectivity | Zigbee | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | Switchbot Relay Switch 1 |
| Dry Contact Mode | NO | YES | Switchbot Relay Switch 1 |
| Zigbee Router | YES | NO | Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Safety | None | Overheating protection | Tie |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Tie |
| Relay Channels | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Energy Monitoring | NO | NO | Tie |
| Power Off Memory | YES | YES | Tie |
| Wet Contact Mode | YES | YES | Tie |
$12.90
- + Rating: 4.6
- + Zigbee Router: YES
- - Price: $12.90 vs $11.74
- - Connectivity: Zigbee vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth
Winner
$11.74
- + Price: $11.74
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth
- + Dry Contact Mode: YES
- - Rating: 4.4 vs 4.6
- - Zigbee Router: NO vs YES
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch or Switchbot Relay Switch 1?
Switchbot Relay Switch 1 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, connectivity, and dry contact mode.
What is the biggest difference between Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch and Switchbot Relay Switch 1?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch lists $12.90, while Switchbot Relay Switch 1 lists $11.74.
Which one looks better on price?
Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch is listed at $12.90, while Switchbot Relay Switch 1 is listed at $11.74. Switchbot Relay Switch 1 (better spec).
Who should buy Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch?
Choose Sonoff ZBMINIR2 Extreme Zigbee Smart Switch if your priority is rating and zigbee router and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Switchbot Relay Switch 1?
Choose Switchbot Relay Switch 1 if your priority is price and connectivity and that matters more than rating.
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