Shelly Plus 1PM UL | WiFi smart relay with power metering vs Shelly Wave 2PM US LR 2-Channel Z-Wave Smart Relay
Overall winner: Shelly Plus 1PM UL | WiFi smart relay with power metering
Key Differences
Choose the Shelly Plus 1PM (Allterco Robotics) if you want a hub-free Wi‑Fi relay with per-appliance power metering and a lower listed price; pick the Shelly Wave 2PM US LR (Shelly Europe) if you need a 2‑channel Z‑Wave device with UL safety certification and long range but are willing to use an external gateway. The Wave requires a gateway for setup, while the Plus works without one and supports single-channel remote control
Shelly Plus 1PM UL | WiFi smart relay with power metering
Wi‑Fi operated smart switch relay with power metering and Bluetooth gateway. Monitor consumption and remotely control appliances; compatible with common smart home platforms. Customers praise easy setup and solid build quality
Pros
- Power metering for each appliance
- Remote on/off control
- Wi‑Fi operation with Bluetooth gateway
- UL certified
Cons
- Wire size limitation noted by customers
- Some users mention 14AWG wires only
- Requires compatible ecosystems for full integration
Shelly Wave 2PM US LR 2-Channel Z-Wave Smart Relay
Z-Wave Long Range smart switch relay with 2 channels and power metering. Monitors consumption and controls appliances, with extended range for large properties. Requires a Z-Wave gateway for setup
Pros
- 2-channel control
- power metering
- long-range communication
- UL certified
Cons
- requires Z-Wave gateway (not included)
- US LR model specifics may limit non-US gateways
- rating based on limited reviews
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Allterco Robotics EOOD |
| Durability | Tie |
| Versatility | Allterco Robotics EOOD |
| User Reviews | Allterco Robotics EOOD |