Which Shelly Dimmer Do I Need?
How to Pick the Best Shelly Dimmer Controller for You
Smart lighting is one of the easiest and best ways to make your home smarter. But with so many different dimmers available, how do you know which one is right for you?
We stock a huge range of Shelly dimmers — each designed for a slightly different type of installation. Whether you’re looking to dim your living room lights, control low-voltage strips, or set up a professional DALI system, there’s a Shelly dimmer that fits your needs.
Why a Smart Dimmer?
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Comfort: Set the perfect brightness for movie nights, reading, or dinner.
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Energy savings: Use only the light you need and save on electricity.
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Automation: Link your lights with sensors, timers, or voice assistants (Alexa, Google, Home Assistant).
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Flexibility: Control your lights from the wall switch, your phone, or even remotely.
Shelly Dimmer Comparison
Here’s a side-by-side look at the most popular Shelly dimmer controllers, so you can quickly see which one is best for your setup:
| Shelly Device | Dimming Type | Works Without Neutral? | Max Load | Extra Features | Best For |
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| Shelly Dimmer 2 | Leading/Trailing Edge (AC dimming) | ✅ Yes | 200W LED @ 220V | Works with or without neutral, Bluetooth setup | Standard home dimming (LEDs, mains lighting) |
| Shelly Plus 0-10V Dimmer | 0–10V Analog | ❌ No (needs neutral) | Depends on driver | Low-voltage control for 0–10V lighting systems | Commercial / low-voltage LED drivers |
| Shelly Dimmer 0/1-10V PM Gen3 | 0–10V Analog (with Power Monitoring) | ❌ No (needs neutral) | Depends on driver | Power monitoring + Bluetooth setup | Professional low-voltage dimming with usage tracking |
| Shelly Dimmer Gen3 | Leading/Trailing Edge (AC dimming) | ✅ Yes | 200W LED @ 220V | Improved dimming curve, Bluetooth setup | Upgraded home dimming with better compatibility |
| Shelly DALI Dimmer Gen3 | DALI Digital Dimming | ❌ No (needs neutral) | Depends on DALI bus | Full DALI bus integration, advanced lighting control | Large lighting systems with DALI infrastructure |
Which Dimmer Is Right for You?
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For most homes: Choose the Shelly Dimmer 2 or Shelly Dimmer Gen3. They work with or without a neutral wire, making them perfect for UK homes.
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For low-voltage LED strips or commercial lighting: Go for the Shelly Plus 0-10V Dimmer.
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If you want advanced control and power monitoring: The Shelly Dimmer 0/1-10V PM Gen3 is your best choice.
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For large commercial or professional systems: The Shelly DALI Dimmer Gen3 is built for full-scale projects with DALI bus integration.
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