Plugs integration
IKEA Trådfri Smart PlugvsShelly Plug S
Side-by-side smart home compatibility — HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, and Matter.
IKEA Trådfri Smart Plug
5/5
ecosystems (native)
Better pickShelly Plug S
3/5
ecosystems (native)
| Ecosystem | IKEA Trådfri Smart Plug | Shelly Plug S |
|---|---|---|
| Apple HomeKit | ✓ Matter | ⚠ Workaround required |
| Amazon Alexa | ✓ Native support | ✓ Native support |
| Google Home | ✓ Native support | ✓ Native support |
| Samsung SmartThings | ✓ Native support | ✓ Native support |
| Matter | ✓ Matter | ✕ No |
Which should you buy?
IKEA Trådfri Smart Plug supports more ecosystems natively. If you want the fewest workarounds, it's the stronger pick.
IKEA Trådfri Smart Plug works natively with Apple HomeKit and Matter, where Shelly Plug S requires a workaround or has no support.
IKEA Trådfri Smart Plug supports Matter/Thread, making it compatible with all major ecosystems without a bridge — a meaningful advantage for long-term smart home flexibility.
Shelly Plug S connects without a hub or bridge, while IKEA Trådfri Smart Plug requires additional hardware for full compatibility.
IKEA Trådfri Smart Plug
Legend
✓ Native supportWorks out of the box✓ MatterSupported via Matter standard⚠ Workaround requiredPossible with a bridge/hub✕ NoNot supported