Smart Sensors

Smart Sensors at Maplin

What is a Smart Sensor?

Smart sensors bring effortless awareness to every corner of your home or business. Compact, wireless, and easy to set up, they quietly monitor your environment and alert you the moment something needs your attention — or trigger automations so you don't have to lift a finger.

All Shelly sensors connect wirelessly and integrate seamlessly with the Shelly app, as well as popular smart home platforms including Home Assistant, Google Home, and Amazon Alexa. With long battery life and a compact form factor, they're designed to sit discreetly wherever you need them.

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FAQ

How do Shelly sensors connect to my home?


Most Shelly sensors connect via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, often using a Shelly gateway device to relay signals to your home network and the Shelly cloud.

How are Shelly sensors powered?


Most Shelly sensors are battery powered, making them easy to place anywhere in your home without the need for wiring. Battery life varies by model but typically lasts one to two years under normal use.

Do Shelly sensors require a hub?


Some Shelly sensors communicate via Bluetooth and require a compatible Shelly device (such as a Shelly gateway or another Shelly Wi-Fi device) to act as a bridge to your network. Others connect directly via Wi-Fi without any additional hardware.

Can Shelly sensors trigger other smart home devices?


Yes — Shelly sensors can be used to trigger automations across your smart home. For example, a motion sensor can turn on a Shelly relay switch, or a flood sensor can cut power to a circuit automatically.