I have been using Shelly devices for quite some time now, and overall, I have had a positive experience. The Shelly 2.5 in particular has been a reliable addition to my smart home setup. However, I have encountered a recurring issue where some of my Shelly devices restart unexpectedly. This has been a bit of a puzzle, as I have tried various troubleshooting steps without much success.
I noticed that this issue is not isolated to one device but affects multiple Shelly units, including the Shelly 1 and Shelly EM3. The devices seem to function fine for a period, but then they either restart or become unresponsive, even though they remain connected to my Wi-Fi network. This has been frustrating, especially since I rely on these devices for automations and monitoring.
One thing I found interesting is that my self-built ESP8266 devices do not experience the same issues, which makes me wonder if there is something specific to Shelly devices that is causing this behavior. I have also noticed that the devices are outside my DHCP range and have static IPs, so I don’t think the network configuration is the root cause.
I reached out to the community for advice and found that several users have encountered similar problems. Some suggested checking the device’s firmware for updates, while others recommended ensuring that the devices are placed in optimal locations with strong Wi-Fi signals. I tried updating the firmware and relocating a couple of devices, and while this helped temporarily, the issue still persists.
I would love to hear from other users who have faced this challenge. Have you found a reliable solution? Are there specific settings or configurations that can prevent these restarts? Additionally, I am curious if others have noticed any patterns or triggers that might be causing this behavior. Any insights or tips would be greatly appreciated!
On a more positive note, I have also explored integrating my Shelly devices with other platforms like Alexa and iobroker, which has opened up a whole new level of functionality. It’s amazing how these devices can be customized and controlled through various apps and services. I look forward to continuing my journey with Shelly and discovering even more ways to enhance my smart home setup.