Shelly Wall Display XL provides a local control interface for smart home systems

The Shelly Wall Display XL is a 10.1-inch capacitive touchscreen smart home controller that functions as a wall-mounted interface for Home Assistant and Homey. Designed to replace standard wall switches, the device mounts directly into an electrical box and connects to mains power, eliminating the need for custom hardware or 3D-printed mounts. It features an integrated 5-amp relay, allowing users to control lighting directly from the display. The unit supports Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4, enabling it to act as a Bluetooth gateway for other Shelly devices. Users can customize the interface with various widgets, including graphs, camera feeds, and media controls. While the device offers local control, it relies on a network connection for full functionality; if Wi-Fi is lost, control over external relays and smart home integrations is disabled, though physical buttons remain operational. The display supports multi-touch gestures, which can be configured to trigger specific scenes or relay states, providing a flexible, localized alternative to tablet-based dashboards.

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The Shelly Wall Display XL is a 10.1-inch capacitive touchscreen smart home controller that functions as a wall-mounted interface for Home Assistant and Homey. Designed to replace standard wall switches, the device mounts directly into an electrical box and connects to mains power, eliminating the need for custom hardware or 3D-printed mounts. It features an integrated 5-amp relay, allowing users to control lighting directly from the display. The unit supports Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4, enabling it to act as a Bluetooth gateway for other Shelly devices. Users can customize the interface with various widgets, including graphs, camera feeds, and media controls. While the device offers local control, it relies on a network connection for full functionality; if Wi-Fi is lost, control over external relays and smart home integrations is disabled, though physical buttons remain operational. The display supports multi-touch gestures, which can be configured to trigger specific scenes or relay states, providing a flexible, localized alternative to tablet-based dashboards.

The Shelly Wall Display XL features a 10.1-inch capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 1280x752 pixels. The device mounts into a standard electrical box and replaces existing wall switches, drawing power directly from mains.

An integrated 5-amp relay allows for direct control of lighting circuits from the display interface. The display functions as a Bluetooth gateway, enabling the integration of Shelly BLU sensors and devices.

Users can integrate the display with Home Assistant or Homey to create customized, local-first control dashboards. The unit includes four physical action buttons that can be mapped to specific smart home scenes or relay states.

Loss of Wi-Fi connectivity disables smart home integrations, though the physical buttons continue to operate the local relay.

Chapter guide

Shelly Wall Display XL overviewTechnical specifications and connectivity features of the Shelly Wall Display XL.Installation and powerMounting the display in an electrical box and wiring it to mains power.Device integrationConnecting the display to Home Assistant and Homey platforms.Media and audio controlsUsing the display for radio playback and controlling external Bluetooth speakers.Sensors and gesturesConfiguring the proximity sensor and multi-touch screen gestures.Wiring guideStep-by-step instructions for wiring the display and an additional relay.Dashboard customizationAdding and configuring tiles, widgets, and multiple dashboard pages.Shelly BLU sensor setupPairing and configuring Shelly BLU H&T sensors with the display.

Worth noting

  • The creator notes that the display is not a high-end tablet and may experience sluggish performance when running complex dashboards.
  • The device requires a stable network connection for full functionality; loss of Wi-Fi limits control to the local relay and physical buttons.

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