Shelly Remote Control: How to Choose the Right Model

Control your home with a click: a Shelly remote control keeps things simple. Choose from three models: whether compact RC button, elegant wall switch, or a rugged, splash‑protected version, all Shelly models are easy and quick to set up.

(Last updated: 22 October 2026)

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Which Shelly products work as a remote control? 

Shelly offers 3 Bluetooth remotes that differ in form factor and placement options:

Shelly remote control in action: different click types control lights, blinds or heating; custom scenes are easy to set up

Shelly BLU RC Button 4 ZB

BLU RC Button is a true all‑rounder, with four buttons, each with four click types, for up to 16 actions, and great for complex scenes.

Mounting & placement options:

Magnetic holder and adhesive pad provide flexible mounting, on the fridge, radiator or directly on the wall. You can also use it handheld.

Shelly BLU Button 1: compact for the keychain, simple to set up and reliable wireless control without wiring

Shelly BLU Button Tough 1 ZB

BLU Button Tough is the robust version that is splash‑ and dust‑protected (IP54), and perfect for the garage or workshop.

Mounting & placement options:

Rugged housing, yet still compact and light, suitable for indoor and outdoor use.

Shelly BLU Wall Switch 4 with four freely assignable buttons: fast response time and flexible placement options

Shelly BLU Wall Switch 4 ZB

BLU Wall Switch looks like a light switch but offers four buttons with four click types each.

Mounting & placement options:

Installs in a standard wall frame. Ideal when you want scenes on the wall without loose devices. If you prefer mobility, it can also be used stand‑alone without a frame.

Shelly remote control in action: different click types control lights, blinds or heating; custom scenes are easy to set up

Shelly BLU RC Button 4 ZB

BLU RC Button is a true all‑rounder, with four buttons, each with four click types, for up to 16 actions, and great for complex scenes.

Mounting & placement options:

Magnetic holder and adhesive pad provide flexible mounting, on the fridge, radiator or directly on the wall. You can also use it handheld.
Shelly BLU Button 1: compact for the keychain, simple to set up and reliable wireless control without wiring

Shelly BLU Button Tough 1 ZB

BLU Button Tough is the robust version that is splash‑ and dust‑protected (IP54), and perfect for the garage or workshop.

Mounting & placement options:

Rugged housing, yet still compact and light, suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
Shelly BLU Wall Switch 4 with four freely assignable buttons: fast response time and flexible placement options

Shelly BLU Wall Switch 4 ZB

BLU Wall Switch looks like a light switch but offers four buttons with four click types each.

Mounting & placement options:

Installs in a standard wall frame. Ideal when you want scenes on the wall without loose devices. If you prefer mobility, it can also be used stand‑alone without a frame.

Using Shelly products as a remote control

All Shelly BLU remotes control your smart home via Bluetooth – no wiring required. They send commands to a Shelly gateway (e.g., Shelly Plus, PRO or Gen3/Gen4 devices, or the BLU Gateway), which forwards the signals via Wi‑Fi to your devices. 

Typical response time is under one second. Each device uses the BTHome protocol with AES‑CCM encryption for secure transmission.

The rugged BLU Button Tough 1 is best for outdoor use
Step by step:

Set up your Shelly remote control

No matter which model you choose, here’s how to set it up:

  • Check the battery: All models use a CR2032 coin cell with up to two years of battery life.
  • Start pairing: Hold a button for ~10 seconds until the LED blinks.
  • Open the Shelly App: Tap “Add device” and the product appears automatically.
  • Connect to a gateway: Pair the button with a Shelly Plus, PRO, Gen3/Gen4 device, or the BLU Gateway.
  • Add to a room: Place the BLU remote in the room you’ll use it.
  • Create scenes: Assign what each click triggers – lights, blinds, heating or entire routines.
BLU RC Button 4,  BLU Button Tough 1 and Wall Switch 4 are ready within minutes and trigger other Shelly devices or predefined scenes. Find out more about the products:
Shelly BLU RC Button 4 with four buttons and 16 assignments - fast response time and flexible placement using a magnetic holder
Shelly BLU RC Button 4 ZB
18,90 €
Shelly BLU Button Tough 1 ZB kość słoniowa
Shelly BLU Wytrzymały Przycisk 1 ZB
17,90 €
Shelly BLU Wall Switch 4 ZB Standalone
Shelly BLU Wall Switch 4 ZB Standalone
18,90 €
Shelly remote control practical example: create scenes on your smartphone and review placement options

How can you use the Shelly remote control?

All Shelly models support four click types: single, double, triple press, and long press. That means up to 16 actions on BLU RC Button 4 and BLU Wall Switch 4, and up to four on and BLU Button Tough 1.  

In the Shelly App you decide what happens: e.g., single press turns lights on, double press turns them off and long press dims. You can also trigger entire scenes, e.g., “Evening mode” → blinds down, lights dimmed, heating up.  

Note: the remotes control other Shelly devices or predefined scenes; they can’t directly control non‑Shelly devices without an integration. 

Shelly remote control set up: pair RC button, check battery life, configure scenes in the app

3 Practical Examples with the Shelly Remote

  • Shelly BLU RC Button 4 ZB on the fridge: 

    single press switches the kitchen lights on; double press starts the coffee machine; long press dims the living‑room lights.

  • Garden hose with water – smart irrigation using a Shelly module; smart‑home solutions for rental apartments

    Shelly BLU Button Tough 1 ZB in the garden: 

    splash‑protected so usable outdoors; single press turns on garden lighting; double press starts irrigation.

  • Shelly BLU Wall Switch 4 ZB in the hallway: 

    one press when leaving turns off all lights.

Product Comparison: Using Shelly as a remote control

All Shelly BLU models work via Bluetooth and a gateway. They differ in number of buttons, click types, form factor and placement options: 

  • Shelly BLU RC Button 4 with four buttons and 16 assignments - fast response time and flexible placement using a magnetic holder

    BLU RC Button 4 ZB

    • Buttons & actions: 4 buttons × 4 click types = 16 actions
    • Special features: Magnetic holder
    • Design & mounting: Round, portable, magnetic 
    • Typical use cases: Flexible control in kitchen, living room or bedside
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  • BLU Button Tough 1 ZB

    • Buttons & actions: 1 button × 4 click types = 4 actions
    • Special features: Water‑ & dust‑resistant
    • Design & mounting: Robust & portable 
    • Typical use cases: Outdoor, garden, workshop, garage                                                 
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  • BLU Wall Switch 4 ZB

    • Buttons & actions: 4 buttons × 4 click types = 16 actions
    • Special features: Standard wall frame
    • Design & mounting: Wall‑mounted or Standalone
    • Typical use cases: Hallway, living room or  bedroom
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FAQ:

What can the Shelly RC Button 4 do?

Shelly BLU RC Button 4 is a four‑button remote with up to 16 actions. Thanks to the magnetic holder, mounting is simple and placement options are flexible.

Can you replace the batteries in a Shelly remote?

Yes. The CR2032 coin cell can be replaced easily. See the user manual for opening and replacement instructions.

Can the BLU RC Button 4 work without the cloud?

Yes, you can use it without Shelly Cloud. Configure over a local Bluetooth connection or via platforms like Home Assistant.

How do you assign buttons on the BLU Wall Switch 4?

In the app you can freely assign each of the four buttons - single, double, triple press or long press - for up to 16 actions.