Shelly Smart Home Challenge 2026

Show the community what you've built with Shelly. Win up to 500€ in store credit — and get your project in front of thousands of smart home enthusiasts worldwide.

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200+

Entries in 2025

3

Where do you fit?

Three categories. Three winners per category. Build the Logic, Solve the Problem, or Show the Result — there's a stage for every kind of builder.

01

Scripting & Logic

Build the Logic

For users who go beyond basic setups and build custom automations using scripting, logic, and integrations.

What to submit •A working scripted solution (GitHub repository)
•Clear description + setup instructions
•Screenshots / visuals
•Clean, usable code

Submit via GitHub: github.com/shelly-iot/ShellySmartHomeChallenge

Examples •Smart energy optimization
•MQTT / API integrations

02

Real-life Problem

Solve the Problem

For users who solved a real-life problem using Shelly.

What to submit •The problem
•Your solution
•How Shelly made it work
•Photos / screenshots + setup explanation

Submit via Shelly Community Blog: https://community.shelly.cloud/forum/361-smart-home-challenge-2026/

Examples •Automating heating to reduce energy bills
•Rental property automation

03

Video Showcase

Show the Result

For users / creators who want to show their setup in motion.

What to submit •A video (up to 30 seconds)
•Clearly show what your setup does
•Tag Shelly + use #ShellyChallenge2026

Submit via Your YouTube / TikTok / Instagram channel

Examples •Smart blinds automation
•Lights reacting to motion

Prizes & recognition

What you can win

Three winners per category, nine winners in total. Prizes are Shelly shop vouchers in EUR.

Placement	Prize
1st Place	500€
2nd Place	300€
3rd Place	100€

× 3 categories = 9 total winners. Vouchers sent via email.

Key dates

May – June 2026

13–18 May

Teaser

18 May–3 Jun

Campaign live

4–18 June

Evaluation

26–30 June

Winners announced

Beyond the voucher

Winning isn't just about store credit. 1st place projects receive a full spotlight treatment across Shelly's global community.

Featured case study on shelly.com
Dedicated social media post across all channels
PR coverage via Shelly's media network
Featured in the Shelly Facebook community — 106k+ members

How to enter

Ready to compete?

Pick your category, build your project, and submit via the right channel. Any language is welcome.

2 seconds - and you're in

01

Build the Logic

Submit via GitHub

What to include A working scripted solution (GitHub repository) · Clear description + setup instructions · Screenshots / visuals · Clean, usable code

Go to GitHub →

02

Solve the Problem

Submit via Community Blog

What to include The problem · Your solution · How Shelly made it work · Photos / screenshots + setup explanation

Go to Community Blog →

03

Show the Result

Submit via Social

What to include A video up to 30 seconds · Clearly show what your setup does · Tag Shelly + use #ShellySmartHomeChallenge2026

YouTube · TikTok · Instagram

Eligibility

Open to participants worldwide
Project must use at least one Shelly device
Project must be your own original work
Submissions reviewed by expert judge panel

Questions?

marketing@shelly.com

2025 Top 3 winners

Last year's standouts

Over 200 entries from all around the globe. These are the projects that won.

The Minimalist 2025 Winner

Smart Meter Watch

Hardware that plugs into existing smart meters to capture real-time energy data. A Shelly Plug automatically switches devices on and off based on the readings — making energy management effortless.

Read the full project →

The Crafter 2025 Winner

Home Automation Meets AI

Shelly Cloud APIs integrated directly into Claude via a custom MCP server — turning an AI assistant into a full smart home hub. "Turn off the living room lights" just works.

Read the full project →

The Visionary 2025 Winner

Smart Home in a Village

A sprawling smart home project using Shelly devices to share excess solar PV energy between neighbouring homes in real time — from driveway alarms to full energy sharing.

Read the full project →

Submit your 2026 project Get inspired by customer projects →

Submissions open 18 May 2026