Aeotec Zi-Stick vs Smlight SLZB-07 MG24

Data from Amazon and official Aeotec and Smlight sites.

2026 verdict

Across the full comparison in 2026, Smlight SLZB-07 MG24 earns the nod. It builds its lead on rating, zigbee router, and thread border router, then backs it up with a stronger showing on its broader overall balance. Aeotec Zi-Stick can still be the right pick, but only if price outweighs the wider strengths of Smlight SLZB-07 MG24. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of Smlight SLZB-07 MG24.

Aeotec

Aeotec Zi-Stick

$34.49

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Smlight

Smlight SLZB-07 MG24

$45.99

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Feature	Aeotec Zi-Stick	Smlight SLZB-07 MG24	Winner
Price	$34.49	$45.99	Aeotec Zi-Stick
Rating	4.2	4.4	Smlight SLZB-07 MG24
Zigbee Router	NO	YES	Smlight SLZB-07 MG24
Thread Border Router	NO	YES	Smlight SLZB-07 MG24
Zigbee Chip Model	EFR32MG21	EFR32MG24	Different strengths
Warranty	1 year	1 year	Tie
Power	USB	USB	Tie
Connectivity	USB	USB	Tie
Z-Wave Controller	NO	NO	Tie
Matter Bridge	NO	NO	Tie
Amplifier Gain	+20dB	+20dB	Tie
Dual Network	NO	NO	Tie

Aeotec

Aeotec Zi-Stick

$34.49

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+ Price: $34.49
- Rating: 4.2 vs 4.4
- Zigbee Router: NO vs YES

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Smlight

Smlight SLZB-07 MG24

$45.99

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+ Rating: 4.4
+ Zigbee Router: YES
+ Thread Border Router: YES
- Price: $45.99 vs $34.49

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Aeotec Zi-Stick or Smlight SLZB-07 MG24?: Smlight SLZB-07 MG24 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, zigbee router, and thread border router.
What is the biggest difference between Aeotec Zi-Stick and Smlight SLZB-07 MG24?: Price is one of the clearest differences: Aeotec Zi-Stick lists $34.49, while Smlight SLZB-07 MG24 lists $45.99.
Which one looks better on price?: Aeotec Zi-Stick is listed at $34.49, while Smlight SLZB-07 MG24 is listed at $45.99. Aeotec Zi-Stick (better spec).
Who should buy Aeotec Zi-Stick?: Choose Aeotec Zi-Stick if your priority is price and that matters more than rating.
Who should buy Smlight SLZB-07 MG24?: Choose Smlight SLZB-07 MG24 if your priority is rating and zigbee router and that matters more than price.

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