Updated October 1, 2026 · GizmoCue Editorial Team
PowerA vs Shelly
What sets them apart
| Compare |  PowerA |  Shelly |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $22.99 | €16.90 |
| GaN chargers | No | YesHas it |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 to 5 yearsHigher |
| Markets | US, JP, CN, AU, GB, FR, DE, IT, ES, BR | AU, AT, BE, HR, CY, CZ, DK, EE, FI, FR, DE, GB, GR, HU, IE, IT, LV, LT, LU, NL, NZ, PL, PT, RO, SK, SI, ES, SE, CH |
| Highest continuous output (W) | Not confirmed | 65 |
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Key differences
- PowerA scores higher overall: 9.4 vs 9.3.
- GaN chargers: only Shelly.
- Warranty is higher at Shelly: 2 to 5 years vs 2 years.
- Support channels: only Shelly offers Email, Chat, Community.
- Shelly is available in 19 more countries.
- Products: only PowerA offers Controller, Gaming headset.
- Products: only Shelly offers Charger, Cable.
- Markets: only PowerA offers US, JP, CN.
- Markets: only Shelly offers AT, BE, HR.
Our verdict on each
PowerA
PowerA suits console and PC players who want controllers and wireless headsets from one budget brand. Entry pricing of $22.99 and a 2 year warranty make it an easy first stop, though support runs on help centre only and the headset carries no noise cancelling.
Shelly
Shelly keeps charging simple: chargers and cables from €16.90, peak output of 65 watts, and a warranty of 2 to 5 years. It suits phone and tablet buyers who want plain hardware with long cover, and not shoppers who need a power bank or laptop level output from one charger.
Score breakdown
| Area | PowerA | Shelly |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.7HigherEntry price of $22.99 ranks 11 of 47 brands, with a cost score of 9.7. | 9.5Entry price of €16.90 ranks 21 of 56 brands, under the category's typical €30.68. |
| Offer | 9.0Offer score 9, backed by wireless yes and 70 battery hours on the listed headset from a controller and gaming headset range. | 9.0Gallium nitride chargers, warranty of 2 to 5 years, support on email, chat and help centre, longer cover than the 1 year norm. |
| Trust | 9.4Warranty of 2 years, 5 of 40 on cover, with support limited to help centre. | Not confirmed |
Licences and countries
| Country | PowerA | Shelly |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | United States | Bulgaria |
Available in 6 countries for both. Additional countries for PowerA: 4. Additional countries for Shelly: 23.
Where these facts come from
PowerA
- powera.com: 9 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Shelly
- shelly.com: 8 facts, checked September 30, 2026
- corporate.shelly.com: 1 fact, checked September 30, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | PowerA | Shelly |
|---|---|---|
| Chargers and power banks | 14 of 115 | 15 of 115 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | PowerA | Shelly |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Controller, Gaming headset | Charger, Cable |
| Legal entity | ACCO Brands Corporation | Shelly Group SE |
| Headquarters | United States | Bulgaria |
| Founded | 2009 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Help centre | Email, Chat, Help centre, CommunityCovers more |
Headphones and speakers
| Fact | PowerA | Shelly |
|---|---|---|
| Noise cancelling | No | Not confirmed |
| Battery life | 70 hours | Not confirmed |
| Multi-room | No | Not confirmed |
Cameras and drones
| Fact | PowerA | Shelly |
|---|---|---|
| Top video resolution | Not confirmed | 1080p |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | PowerA | Shelly | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highest continuous output (W) | Not confirmed | 65lowest quarter | 140 |
| Warranty | 2 yearsat the median | 2 to 5 yearshighest quarter | 2 years |
Median across 52 listed brands.
Pros and cons
PowerA
Pros
- The entry price of $22.99 ranks 11 of 47 brands on price from, so the cheapest way into the range is genuinely inexpensive.
- A 2 year warranty places PowerA 5 of 40 brands on cover, ahead of most accessory sellers.
- Battery life of 70 hours on the wireless headset is enough for long sessions, and wireless is yes on that model.
Cons
- Support runs on help centre only, so a direct line to a person is not part of what the brand states.
- Noise cancelling is no on the listed headset, which rules it out for anyone wanting a quiet listen on travel or in a shared room.
- Charging for Xbox Series XS is no on Gan, narrowing the choice for anyone after a compact high-output charger.
Shelly
Pros
- Delivery and returns are published for AU, AT and BE, so a buyer can check the market before ordering rather than after.
- The charger line uses gallium nitride, and the range stops at charger and cable so a charger and a cable come from one seller.
- A narrower range than INIU, which lists charger, power bank and cable, or Akkuk.hu, which lists charger, power bank and cable, for shoppers who know what they want.
Cons
- Peak output of 65 watts puts Shelly at rank 49 of 55 brands on output, short of the 555 upper quartile in this category.
- Support runs on email, chat and help centre only, while 47.5% of the brands in this category list a phone line.
- A warranty of 2 to 5 years varies by product, so the cover you get depends on which unit you pick rather than on the brand.
Who each suits
PowerA
Who it suits
- Console and PC players who want a controller and a headset from the same brand, since pc, playstation and xbox covers the full set.
- Buyers working to a budget, with entry pricing of $22.99 and warranty cover of 2 years.
- Anyone who plays for long stretches untethered, since the listed wireless headset runs 70 hours between charges.
Who should look elsewhere
- Shoppers building out a full desk: HyperX covers gaming headset, gaming mouse and gaming keyboard, so mice and keyboards come from the same brand.
- Buyers who want audio plus peripherals: CORSAIR's range of gaming headset, gaming keyboard and gaming mouse mixes gaming mice and keyboards with headsets.
- Headset specialists: Skullcandy's gaming line is gaming headset, so it suits people who do not need a controller.
Shelly
Who it suits
- Shoppers buying a single charger or a spare cable, who want a short range rather than a catalogue to sift.
- Households and small offices that weigh cover length heavily, since the warranty runs 2 to 5 years.
- Phone, tablet, earbud and camera owners who charge within the published delivery markets.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone who wants a portable battery beside a wall charger: INIU lists charger, power bank and cable and Akkuk.hu lists charger, power bank and cable, while this range is charger and cable.
- Buyers who want one seller to cover a charger, cables and extra devices: DeWalt lists charger only, and this range is charger and cable, so neither fills that list.
Country by country
| Country | PowerA | Shelly |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | No | Yes |
| Belgium | No | Yes |
| Brazil | Yes | No |
| China | Yes | No |
| Croatia | No | Yes |
| Cyprus | No | Yes |
| Czechia | No | Yes |
| Denmark | No | Yes |
8 of 33 countries where either is available.
Questions about each
PowerA
How much does PowerA gear cost to get into?+
The cheapest item listed sits at $22.99, and that figure comes from the controller range rather than the headsets. Across the brands compared on price from, PowerA ranks 11 of 47. Headset pricing sits higher, so allow more if audio is the goal.
How long is the PowerA warranty?+
Warranty cover runs 2 years on the gear listed, and PowerA places 5 of 40 brands on that measure. That length covers the usual controller and headset failures and is a stronger commitment than most accessory sellers offer.
Shelly
How much does a Shelly charger cost to start with?+
Entry sits at €16.90 on the plug and play range, which puts Shelly at rank 21 of 56 brands on starting price. The middle entry price in this category is €30.68, so the opening figure sits at the budget end. The upper quartile reaches €65.33.
Are there recurring fees on top of a Shelly charger?+
The published figure is hardware, not a plan. The range covers charger and cable, entry sits at €16.90, and cover comes as a warranty of 2 to 5 years. Support is included through email, chat and help centre at no listed extra cost. Buyers budgeting over time should weigh the purchase price against the length of that warranty.