Aeotec Z-Stick 7 vs Smlight SLZB-MR1

Updated April 2026

Data from Amazon and official Aeotec and Smlight sites.

2026 verdict

Looking at the full picture in 2026, Smlight SLZB-MR1 gets the edge. It separates itself most clearly on power, connectivity, and zigbee router, while still looking better on thread border router and amplifier gain. You should still consider Aeotec Z-Stick 7 if price and z-wave controller matters more than raw overall balance. That makes Smlight SLZB-MR1 the clearer recommendation in 2026.

Aeotec

Aeotec Z-Stick 7

$48.44

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Smlight

Smlight SLZB-MR1

$103.99

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Feature	Aeotec Z-Stick 7	Smlight SLZB-MR1	Winner
Price	$48.44	$103.99	Aeotec Z-Stick 7
Power	USB	USB, PoE	Smlight SLZB-MR1
Connectivity	USB	USB, Ethernet, 2.4 GHz Wifi	Smlight SLZB-MR1
Zigbee Router	NO	YES	Smlight SLZB-MR1
Z-Wave Controller	YES	NO	Aeotec Z-Stick 7
Thread Border Router	NO	YES	Smlight SLZB-MR1
Amplifier Gain	+9.3dB	+20dB	Smlight SLZB-MR1
Dual Network	NO	YES	Smlight SLZB-MR1
Bluetooth Proxy	NO	YES	Smlight SLZB-MR1
Rating	4.5	4.5	Tie
Warranty	1 year	1 year	Tie
Matter Bridge	NO	NO	Tie

Aeotec

Aeotec Z-Stick 7

$48.44

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+ Price: $48.44
+ Z-Wave Controller: YES
- Power: USB vs USB, PoE
- Connectivity: USB vs USB, Ethernet, 2.4 GHz Wifi

Winner

Smlight

Smlight SLZB-MR1

$103.99

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+ Power: USB, PoE
+ Connectivity: USB, Ethernet, 2.4 GHz Wifi
+ Zigbee Router: YES
- Price: $103.99 vs $48.44
- Z-Wave Controller: NO vs YES

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Aeotec Z-Stick 7 or Smlight SLZB-MR1?: Smlight SLZB-MR1 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for power, connectivity, and zigbee router.
What is the biggest difference between Aeotec Z-Stick 7 and Smlight SLZB-MR1?: Price is one of the clearest differences: Aeotec Z-Stick 7 lists $48.44, while Smlight SLZB-MR1 lists $103.99.
Which one looks better on price?: Aeotec Z-Stick 7 is listed at $48.44, while Smlight SLZB-MR1 is listed at $103.99. Aeotec Z-Stick 7 (better spec).
Who should buy Aeotec Z-Stick 7?: Choose Aeotec Z-Stick 7 if your priority is price and z-wave controller and that matters more than power.
Who should buy Smlight SLZB-MR1?: Choose Smlight SLZB-MR1 if your priority is power and connectivity and that matters more than price.

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