Updated November 2026
Data from the official YoLink site.
2026 verdict
Between YoLink Valve Controller 2 with EVO Valve Operator and YoLink FlowSmart All-in-One Water Meter & Shutoff, YoLink Valve Controller 2 with EVO Valve Operator is the better overall pick in 2026, leading on price, rating, and integrations. It separates itself most clearly on price, rating, and integrations, while still looking better on its broader overall balance. The only strong reason to choose YoLink FlowSmart All-in-One Water Meter & Shutoff is if battery life and leak protection are more important to you than the overall verdict. That is why YoLink Valve Controller 2 with EVO Valve Operator wins the verdict here.
Works with
vs
Winner
Works with
News by email
Still comparing? Get what's new by email
New releases and the smart home news worth knowing, in your inbox.
No spam. Unsubscribe in one click.
| Feature | YoLink FlowSmart All-in-One Water Meter & Shutoff | YoLink Valve Controller 2 with EVO Valve Operator | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $269.99 | $239.00 | YoLink Valve Controller 2 with EVO Valve Operator |
| Rating | 4.4 | 4.6 | YoLink Valve Controller 2 with EVO Valve Operator |
| Battery Life | 10 years | 2 years | YoLink FlowSmart All-in-One Water Meter & Shutoff |
| Integrations | Alexa, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant | YoLink Valve Controller 2 with EVO Valve Operator |
| Leak Protection | Flow Sensor, Offline Auto Shutoff, Freeze Alerts | Offline Auto Shutoff | YoLink FlowSmart All-in-One Water Meter & Shutoff |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Connectivity | Other | Other | Tie |
| Valve & Installation | Valve Exercise | None | Tie |
$269.99
- + Battery Life: 10 years
- + Leak Protection: Flow Sensor, Offline Auto Shutoff, Freeze Alerts
- - Price: $269.99 vs $239.00
- - Rating: 4.4 vs 4.6
Winner
$239.00
- + Price: $239.00
- + Rating: 4.6
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant
- - Battery Life: 2 years vs 10 years
- - Leak Protection: Offline Auto Shutoff vs Flow Sensor, Offline Auto Shutoff, Freeze Alerts
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: YoLink FlowSmart All-in-One Water Meter & Shutoff or YoLink Valve Controller 2 with EVO Valve Operator?
YoLink Valve Controller 2 with EVO Valve Operator has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and integrations.
What is the biggest difference between YoLink FlowSmart All-in-One Water Meter & Shutoff and YoLink Valve Controller 2 with EVO Valve Operator?
Price is one of the clearest differences: YoLink FlowSmart All-in-One Water Meter & Shutoff lists $269.99, while YoLink Valve Controller 2 with EVO Valve Operator lists $239.00.
Which one looks better on price?
YoLink FlowSmart All-in-One Water Meter & Shutoff is listed at $269.99, while YoLink Valve Controller 2 with EVO Valve Operator is listed at $239.00. YoLink Valve Controller 2 with EVO Valve Operator (better spec).
Who should buy YoLink FlowSmart All-in-One Water Meter & Shutoff?
Choose YoLink FlowSmart All-in-One Water Meter & Shutoff if your priority is battery life and leak protection and that matters more than price.
Who should buy YoLink Valve Controller 2 with EVO Valve Operator?
Choose YoLink Valve Controller 2 with EVO Valve Operator if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than battery life.
Spotted something wrong on this page? Tell us and we will fix it.
Our store on AmazonShop our ideas on AmazonLists of the smart home setups we would put together ourselves, ready to add to your Amazon cart.Shop on AmazonFull comparison table
Compare all 13 Water Shutoff Valves side by side
You are looking at two of them. The full table lines up all Water Shutoff Valves in the catalog with the same specs, so you can filter by what you need and sort by price or rating.
- 13 Water Shutoff Valves
- 36 specs compared
- 31 filters
- Water Shutoff Valves
LP365-P
- Water Shutoff Valves
LP365
- Water Shutoff Valves
LPG365-P
- Water Shutoff Valves
LPG365
- Water Shutoff Valves
ZAC36 LR Titan Water Valve Actuator
- Water Shutoff Valves
Bulldog Valve Robot Matter over Wi-Fi EVC400-MW
- Water Shutoff Valves
L5 WiFi Water Leak Shutoff Valve
- Water Shutoff Valves
Flo Smart Water Monitor + Shutoff
- Water Shutoff Valves
Valve Controller T1
- Water Shutoff Valves
WiFi Smart Water/Gas Valve Controller
- Water Shutoff Valves
Protect
- Cameras
Uno
- Door & Window Sensors
LoRa Smart Outdoor Contact Sensor
- Door & Window Sensors
Solar Outdoor Door Sensor
- Hubs
Hub
- Motion Sensors
Indoor Motion Sensor RT
- Motion Sensors
LoRa 1/4 Mile Motion Sensor
- Plugs
Mini Plug
- Plugs
Smart Outdoor Energy Plug
- Smoke & CO Detectors
Photoelectric Smoke Alarm
- Temperature & Humidity Sensors
Smart Wireless Thermometer Hygrometer
- Water Leak Sensors
Water Leak Sensor 1
- Water Leak Sensors
Water Leak Sensor 4
- Water Timers
Smart Sprinkler Timer