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Shelly Plug M Gen3 vs Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
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Key differences between Shelly Plug M Gen3 and Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
A summary of selected recorded differences between these plugs. Check the full specification table below for details and conditions.
Specifications to check side by side
- Bluetooth (connectivity): Shelly Plug M Gen3 — Yes (Bluetooth 4.2, also usable as a BLE gateway for Shelly BLU devices); Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug — For Pairing (The user manual describes Matter commissioning as a Bluetooth pairing; the radio is not used for control).
- Load Voltage (power): Shelly Plug M Gen3 — 220 - 240V; Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug — 100 - 125V.
- Maximum Load Current (power): Shelly Plug M Gen3 — 13A; Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug — 15A.
- Maximum Load Power (power): Shelly Plug M Gen3 — 3000W; Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug — 1875W.
These observations are derived from recorded catalog data and have not all been independently verified. Confirm details with the manufacturer before purchasing.
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Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
Last updated October 2026
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Connectivity
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- Yes
Catalog note
802.11 b/g/n, 2412 to 2484 MHz
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Catalog note
IEEE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- No
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- No
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- Yes
Catalog note
Bluetooth 4.2, also usable as a BLE gateway for Shelly BLU devices
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- For Pairing
Catalog note
The user manual describes Matter commissioning as a Bluetooth pairing; the radio is not used for control
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- No
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- No
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- No
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- No
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- No
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- No
Features
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- Yes
Catalog note
Locally stored schedules and countdown timers, 20 webhooks with 5 URLs each, MQTT, scripting and virtual components, plus a Wi-Fi range extender mode
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Catalog note
One-time and recurring timers, schedules and smart scenes, plus Matter automations in the ecosystem app
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- Yes
Catalog note
One push button, single press toggles the output
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Catalog note
One button on the body: a single press toggles the load, a long press enters pairing mode
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- No
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- No
Integrations
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- Yes
Catalog note
Amazon Alexa supported capabilities listed as supported by the manufacturer
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Catalog note
Via Matter
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- Yes
Catalog note
Via Matter
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Catalog note
Via Matter
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- Yes
Catalog note
Google Smart Home supported traits listed as supported by the manufacturer
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Catalog note
Via Matter
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- Yes
Catalog note
The official Home Assistant Shelly integration covers all four Shelly device generations, and the plug can also be commissioned over Matter
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Catalog note
Via Matter
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- Yes
Catalog note
Matter-certified (CSA certificate CSA25612MAT46436-24), enabled from the device settings; scripting is unavailable while Matter is on
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Manufacturer source
The Type B plug supports Matter.
Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug manufacturer product page →- Source section
- Product description
- Model
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Region
- Manufacturer product page; no universal regional compatibility implied
- Firmware
- Not specified by this source
- Checked
Use the electrical ratings and load restrictions for the Type B variant.
Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.
Catalog note
Matter over Wi-Fi device: the QR code on the plug is scanned by any Matter app, and the manual documents adding it to Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa, SmartThings and Home Assistant
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- Yes
Catalog note
Via Matter
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Catalog note
Via Matter
Power
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- Yes
Catalog note
Built-in AC voltmeter, AC ammeter and power and energy meters
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Manufacturer source
Energy consumption can be monitored.
Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug manufacturer product page →- Source section
- Product description
- Model
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Region
- Manufacturer product page; no universal regional compatibility implied
- Firmware
- Not specified by this source
- Checked
Use the electrical ratings and load restrictions for the Type B variant.
Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.
Catalog note
Real-time voltage, current, power, runtime and consumption charts, plus electricity cost tracking with custom rates
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- 220 - 240V
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- 100 - 125V
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- 13A
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- 15A
Manufacturer source
The specified maximum current is 15 A.
Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug manufacturer product page →- Source section
- Product description
- Model
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Region
- Manufacturer product page; no universal regional compatibility implied
- Firmware
- Not specified by this source
- Checked
Use the electrical ratings and load restrictions for the Type B variant.
Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant.
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- 3000W
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- 1875W
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- Yes
Catalog note
Overheating, overvoltage, overcurrent and overpower protection
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Yes
Catalog note
Overload and overcharge protection with customizable current, voltage and power thresholds that cut the power automatically
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- Type F
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- Type B
- Shelly Plug M Gen3
- No
- Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug
- No
| Specification | Shelly Plug M Gen3 | Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug |
|---|---|---|
| Connectivity | ||
YesCatalog note802.11 b/g/n, 2412 to 2484 MHz | YesCatalog noteIEEE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz | |
| No | No | |
YesCatalog noteBluetooth 4.2, also usable as a BLE gateway for Shelly BLU devices | For PairingCatalog noteThe user manual describes Matter commissioning as a Bluetooth pairing; the radio is not used for control | |
| No | No | |
| No | No | |
| No | No | |
| Features | ||
YesCatalog noteLocally stored schedules and countdown timers, 20 webhooks with 5 URLs each, MQTT, scripting and virtual components, plus a Wi-Fi range extender mode | YesCatalog noteOne-time and recurring timers, schedules and smart scenes, plus Matter automations in the ecosystem app | |
YesCatalog noteOne push button, single press toggles the output | YesCatalog noteOne button on the body: a single press toggles the load, a long press enters pairing mode | |
| No | No | |
| Integrations | ||
YesCatalog noteAmazon Alexa supported capabilities listed as supported by the manufacturer | YesCatalog noteVia Matter | |
YesCatalog noteVia Matter | YesCatalog noteVia Matter | |
YesCatalog noteGoogle Smart Home supported traits listed as supported by the manufacturer | YesCatalog noteVia Matter | |
YesCatalog noteThe official Home Assistant Shelly integration covers all four Shelly device generations, and the plug can also be commissioned over Matter | YesCatalog noteVia Matter | |
YesCatalog noteMatter-certified (CSA certificate CSA25612MAT46436-24), enabled from the device settings; scripting is unavailable while Matter is on | YesManufacturer sourceThe Type B plug supports Matter. Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug manufacturer product page →
Use the electrical ratings and load restrictions for the Type B variant. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant. Catalog noteMatter over Wi-Fi device: the QR code on the plug is scanned by any Matter app, and the manual documents adding it to Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa, SmartThings and Home Assistant | |
YesCatalog noteVia Matter | YesCatalog noteVia Matter | |
| Power | ||
YesCatalog noteBuilt-in AC voltmeter, AC ammeter and power and energy meters | YesManufacturer sourceEnergy consumption can be monitored. Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug manufacturer product page →
Use the electrical ratings and load restrictions for the Type B variant. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant. Catalog noteReal-time voltage, current, power, runtime and consumption charts, plus electricity cost tracking with custom rates | |
| 220 - 240V | 100 - 125V | |
| 13A | 15AManufacturer sourceThe specified maximum current is 15 A. Sonoff iPlug Gen2 Type B Matter Over WiFi Smart Plug manufacturer product page →
Use the electrical ratings and load restrictions for the Type B variant. Document check only; not a hands-on test or verification of every regional or firmware variant. | |
| 3000W | 1875W | |
YesCatalog noteOverheating, overvoltage, overcurrent and overpower protection | YesCatalog noteOverload and overcharge protection with customizable current, voltage and power thresholds that cut the power automatically | |
| Type F | Type B | |
| No | No | |
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