Sofia / Munich, July 15, 2025 — Shelly Group, a global leader in IoT and smart-building solutions, today announces its portfolio of Shelly Wave devices with Z-Wave Long Range (ZWLR) is now shipping. This expanded lineup delivers unprecedented range, supports thousands of devices on a single hub, and provides rock-solid sub-GHz reliability while maintaining the simplicity and functionality that consumers and installers expect of Shelly devices.
Beyond Walls: The Strength of Z-Wave Long Range
While standard Shelly Wave devices excel inside homes, the new ZWLR versions are built to conquer challenges that can compromise smart home systems such as thick walls, long distances, or dense building materials that can steal signal strength. ZWLR offers up to 1.5-mile range in ideal conditions and supports up to 4000 devices in one network. It’s also backward-compatible with existing Z-Wave devices.
Shelly now supports every major smart home connectivity protocol: Wi-Fi for high-speed cloud-based automation, Bluetooth for ultra-local tasks such as presence sensing, Zigbee and Matter for broader interoperability, and now ZWLR to take advantage of extended range, low power consumption, and reliable performance across large properties. ZWLR’s boosted range enables connectivity up to 1.5 miles away in ideal conditions on a low-traffic frequency, delivering superior performance for lighting, relays, sensors, and other devices, without repeaters, trenching, or extra cabling required.
ZWLR also streamlines network efficiency by routing commands directly from hub-to-device via a star network topology without touching the home router. This preserves Wi-Fi bandwidth for streaming and gaming while letting a single Z-Wave gateway manage thousands of ZWLR modules as needs grow. That extra capacity is ideal for large residences, multi-unit properties, agricultural applications, outdoor control, and light-commercial retrofits where conventional hubs quickly reach capacity limits.
“ZWLR strengthens the reliability and reach of our smart home solutions,” said Leon Kralj, CTO of Shelly Group. “With extended range capabilities and low power consumption, ZWLR enables seamless connectivity across vast distances, outdoor areas, large properties with multiple buildings or even an expansive campus. By adding ZWLR to our expansive portfolio, Shelly now offers a comprehensive suite of connectivity options that empowers users to select the best protocol for every application, maximizing performance, scalability, and long-term value.”
U.S. Line-up & Availability
Nine ZWLR devices are now shipping: Shelly Wave Plug, Shelly Wave 1, Shelly Wave 1PM, Shelly Wave 2PM, Shelly Wave 1 Mini, Shelly Wave 1PM Mini, Shelly Wave PM Mini, Shelly Wave H&T, and Shelly Wave Motion.
Additional ZWLR devices, including Shelly Wave i4, Shelly Wave i4 DC, Shelly Wave Pro 1, Shelly Wave Pro 1PM, Shelly Wave Pro 2, Shelly Wave Pro 2PM, Shelly Wave Pro 3, and Shelly Wave Pro Shutter are expected to become available later this year.
Pair any of these with a ZWLR-capable controller—such as Home Assistant (2025.5+ with an 800-series USB stick), Hubitat Elevation C-8 / C-8 Pro, or HomeSeer HomeTroller G8—to unlock long-range operation.
All products are available today from the Shelly USA web store (us.shelly.com) and through authorized distributors across North America.
About Shelly Group
Shelly USA, a subsidiary of Shelly Group SE, delivers innovative, affordable smart home solutions tailored to the U.S. market. With a diverse portfolio of smart relays, energy meters, lighting controls, and sensors, Shelly empowers users to create intelligent, energy-efficient smart homes with ease. Designed for flexibility, Shelly devices integrate seamlessly with major platforms like Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, and Home Assistant—no hubs required. Committed to privacy and security, Shelly offers GDPR-compliant devices with local control options, ensuring data remains secure. By blending affordability, reliability, and advanced functionality, Shelly makes smart home technology accessible and customizable for both first-time users and tech enthusiasts. Shelly USA proudly contributes to Shelly Group’s global mission to bring high-quality IoT products to over 100 markets.
