Updated April 2026
Data from Amazon and official Nabu Casa and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
In 2026, Sonoff ZBDongle-P is the better overall pick. Its clearest strengths are price, warranty, and zigbee router, and it still looks stronger on amplifier gain. Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 is still relevant if you care most about rating, thread border router, and antenna gain, but Sonoff ZBDongle-P is the stronger recommendation overall. That is enough to make Sonoff ZBDongle-P the better pick for most buyers.
| Feature | Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 | Sonoff ZBDongle-P | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $65.00 | $39.99 | Sonoff ZBDongle-P |
| Rating | 4.7 | 4.6 | Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years | Sonoff ZBDongle-P |
| Zigbee Router | NO | YES | Sonoff ZBDongle-P |
| Thread Border Router | YES | NO | Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 |
| Amplifier Gain | 10 dBm | +20dBm | Sonoff ZBDongle-P |
| Antenna Gain | +4.16dBi | 2 dBi | Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 |
| Zigbee Chip Model | EFR32MG24 | CC2652P | Different strengths |
| Power | USB | USB | Tie |
| Connectivity | USB | USB | Tie |
| Z-Wave Controller | NO | NO | Tie |
| Matter Bridge | NO | NO | Tie |
$65.00
- + Rating: 4.7
- + Thread Border Router: YES
- + Antenna Gain: +4.16dBi
- - Price: $65.00 vs $39.99
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 2 years
Winner
$39.99
- + Price: $39.99
- + Warranty: 2 years
- + Zigbee Router: YES
- - Rating: 4.6 vs 4.7
- - Thread Border Router: NO vs YES
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Which is better overall: Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 or Sonoff ZBDongle-P?
- Sonoff ZBDongle-P has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, warranty, and zigbee router.
- What is the biggest difference between Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 and Sonoff ZBDongle-P?
- Price is one of the clearest differences: Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 lists $65.00, while Sonoff ZBDongle-P lists $39.99.
- Which one looks better on price?
- Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 is listed at $65.00, while Sonoff ZBDongle-P is listed at $39.99. Sonoff ZBDongle-P (better spec).
- Who should buy Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2?
- Choose Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 if your priority is rating and thread border router and that matters more than price.
- Who should buy Sonoff ZBDongle-P?
- Choose Sonoff ZBDongle-P if your priority is price and warranty and that matters more than rating.
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