Updated August 2026
Data from Amazon and official Flume and Shelly sites.
2026 verdict
Shelly Flood Gen4 wins the 2026 matchup against Flume 2 Smart Water Monitor, mainly on price, rating, and connectivity. The main reason it wins is price, rating, and connectivity, and integrations and sensors strengthen that case. Flume 2 Smart Water Monitor remains a niche alternative if its specific feature mix matters more than the rest of the comparison. For the average buyer, Shelly Flood Gen4 is the safer choice.
| Feature | Flume 2 Smart Water Monitor | Shelly Flood Gen4 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $199.00 | $39.99 | Shelly Flood Gen4 |
| Rating | 4.0 | 4.2 | Shelly Flood Gen4 |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Other | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee | Shelly Flood Gen4 |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Shelly Flood Gen4 |
| Sensors | Water Leak | Water Leak, Temperature | Shelly Flood Gen4 |
| Alerts | Water Leak Alerts, Low Battery Alerts | Water Leak Alerts, Temperature Alerts, Freeze Temperature Alerts | Shelly Flood Gen4 |
| On Device Alert Sound | NO | YES | Shelly Flood Gen4 |
| On Device Alert Light | NO | YES | Shelly Flood Gen4 |
| Weather Resistance | YES | IP44 | Tie |
$199.00
- - Price: $199.00 vs $39.99
- - Rating: 4.0 vs 4.2
Winner
$39.99
- + Price: $39.99
- + Rating: 4.2
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Flume 2 Smart Water Monitor or Shelly Flood Gen4?
Shelly Flood Gen4 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and connectivity.
What is the biggest difference between Flume 2 Smart Water Monitor and Shelly Flood Gen4?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Flume 2 Smart Water Monitor lists $199.00, while Shelly Flood Gen4 lists $39.99.
Which one looks better on price?
Flume 2 Smart Water Monitor is listed at $199.00, while Shelly Flood Gen4 is listed at $39.99. Shelly Flood Gen4 (better spec).
Who should buy Flume 2 Smart Water Monitor?
Choose Flume 2 Smart Water Monitor if your priority is its specific strengths and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Shelly Flood Gen4?
Choose Shelly Flood Gen4 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than the competing advantages.
