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Shelly 2L Gen3 dual smart relay without neutral
Smart relay / circuit breaker

Shelly 2L Gen3

Shelly · 2L Gen3

The Shelly 2L Gen3 is a dual smart relay designed to automate two independent electrical circuits without needing a neutral wire in the installation. That makes it especially appealing for older homes where neutral is not available at the switch boxes. Thanks to its two independent channels, it lets you control two lights or lighting groups from the Shelly app, Home Assistant, voice assistants, or advanced automations. The third generation improves stability, performance, and internal capabilities compared with previous generations. The device works over WiFi and also includes Bluetooth to make initial setup and additional integration features easier. It also supports fully local control without having to rely on the cloud. The Shelly 2L Gen3 is compatible with MQTT, Webhooks, and local automations, making it a very popular choice within the Home Assistant ecosystem. Depending on the type of LED load used, it may require a Shelly Bypass.

WiFiWiFi 2.4 GHzBluetooth

Pros

  • Control of two independent circuits
  • No neutral wire required
  • Compatible with Home Assistant
  • Local control without cloud
  • Compatible with MQTT
  • Built-in WiFi and Bluetooth
  • Ideal for older installations

Cons

  • May require a Shelly Bypass
  • Does not use Zigbee
  • Advanced setup for some installations
  • Not currently compatible with Matter
  • Limited space in some electrical boxes

Compatibility

Home AssistantAlexaGoogle HomeMQTT

Specifications

ModelShelly 2L Gen3
Typedual smart relay without neutral
Channels2
ConnectivityWiFi 2.4GHz and Bluetooth
Installationbehind switches
Requires neutralno
CompatibilityHome Assistant, Alexa, and Google Home
ProtocolsMQTT, HTTP, Webhooks
Uselighting and automation
Local controlyes
Power supplyCorriente eléctrica
Neutral wire requiredNo