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Shelly Flood Gen4 vs X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector

Full Smart Water Leak Sensors comparison in 2026

Updated June 2026
Data from Amazon and official Shelly and X-Sense sites.
2026 verdict
In this 2026 Shelly Flood Gen4 vs X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector comparison, Shelly Flood Gen4 comes out ahead thanks to connectivity, integrations, and sensors. Its strongest advantages show up in connectivity, integrations, and sensors, with alerts and on device alert light helping widen the gap. The only strong reason to choose X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector is if price, rating, and warranty is more important to you than the overall verdict. That is enough to make Shelly Flood Gen4 the better pick for most buyers.
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FeatureShelly Flood Gen4X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak DetectorWinner
Price$39.99$11.39X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector
Rating4.24.6X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector
Warranty3 years5 yearsX-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector
Weather ResistanceIP44IP66X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector
Battery Life2 years3 yearsX-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee2.4 GHz WiFiShelly Flood Gen4
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterNoneShelly Flood Gen4
SensorsWater Leak, TemperatureWater LeakShelly Flood Gen4
AlertsWater Leak Alerts, Temperature Alerts, Freeze Temperature AlertsWater Leak Alerts, Low Battery AlertsShelly Flood Gen4
On Device Alert LightYESNOShelly Flood Gen4
On Device Alert SoundYESYESTie

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Shelly Flood Gen4 or X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector?
Shelly Flood Gen4 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for connectivity, integrations, and sensors.
What is the biggest difference between Shelly Flood Gen4 and X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Shelly Flood Gen4 lists $39.99, while X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector lists $11.39.
Which one looks better on price?
Shelly Flood Gen4 is listed at $39.99, while X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector is listed at $11.39. X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector (better spec).
Who should buy Shelly Flood Gen4?
Choose Shelly Flood Gen4 if your priority is connectivity and integrations and that matters more than price.
Who should buy X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector?
Choose X-Sense Wi-Fi Water Leak Detector if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than connectivity.
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