Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 vs Smlight SLZB-07 MG26

Full Smart Dongles comparison in 2026

Data from Amazon and official Nabu Casa and Smlight sites.
2026 verdict
For 2026, Smlight SLZB-07 MG26 is the stronger overall choice. Its strongest advantages show up in zigbee router and amplifier gain, with its broader overall balance helping widen the gap. There is still a case for Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2, but mainly if rating and antenna gain is what you value most. That makes Smlight SLZB-07 MG26 the clearer recommendation in 2026.
FeatureNabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2Smlight SLZB-07 MG26Winner
Rating4.74.5Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2
Zigbee RouterNOYESSmlight SLZB-07 MG26
Amplifier Gain10 dBm+20dBSmlight SLZB-07 MG26
Antenna Gain+4.16dBi+3dBNabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2
Zigbee Chip ModelEFR32MG24EFR32MG26Different strengths
Warranty1 year1 yearTie
PowerUSBUSBTie
ConnectivityUSBUSBTie
Z-Wave ControllerNONOTie
Thread Border RouterYESYESTie
Matter BridgeNONOTie
Dual NetworkNONOTie

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 or Smlight SLZB-07 MG26?
Smlight SLZB-07 MG26 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for zigbee router and amplifier gain.
What is the biggest difference between Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 and Smlight SLZB-07 MG26?
Rating is one of the clearest differences: Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 lists 4.7, while Smlight SLZB-07 MG26 lists 4.5.
Who should buy Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2?
Choose Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 if your priority is rating and antenna gain and that matters more than zigbee router.
Who should buy Smlight SLZB-07 MG26?
Choose Smlight SLZB-07 MG26 if your priority is zigbee router and amplifier gain and that matters more than rating.
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