Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZWA-2 vs Smlight SLZB-MRW10

Data from Amazon and official Nabu Casa and Smlight sites.

2026 verdict

In 2026, Smlight SLZB-MRW10 stands out as the more complete option. It builds its lead on power, connectivity, and zigbee router, then backs it up with a stronger showing on thread border router and antenna gain. Choose Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZWA-2 only if its specific feature mix matters more to you than the broader advantage from Smlight SLZB-MRW10. That makes Smlight SLZB-MRW10 the clearer recommendation in 2026.

Nabu Casa

Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZWA-2

$79.00

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Smlight

Smlight SLZB-MRW10

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Feature	Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZWA-2	Smlight SLZB-MRW10	Winner
Power	USB	USB, PoE	Smlight SLZB-MRW10
Connectivity	USB	USB, Ethernet, 2.4 GHz Wifi	Smlight SLZB-MRW10
Zigbee Router	NO	YES	Smlight SLZB-MRW10
Thread Border Router	NO	YES	Smlight SLZB-MRW10
Antenna Gain	+3.38dBi	+5dBi	Smlight SLZB-MRW10
Dual Network	NO	YES	Smlight SLZB-MRW10
Bluetooth Proxy	NO	YES	Smlight SLZB-MRW10
Amplifier Gain	+20dB	+20dBi	Different strengths
Warranty	1 year	1 year	Tie
Z-Wave Chip Model	EF32ZG23	EF32ZG23	Tie
Z-Wave Controller	YES	YES	Tie
Matter Bridge	NO	NO	Tie

Nabu Casa

Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZWA-2

$79.00

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- Power: USB vs USB, PoE
- Connectivity: USB vs USB, Ethernet, 2.4 GHz Wifi

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Smlight

Smlight SLZB-MRW10

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+ Power: USB, PoE
+ Connectivity: USB, Ethernet, 2.4 GHz Wifi
+ Zigbee Router: YES

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZWA-2 or Smlight SLZB-MRW10?: Smlight SLZB-MRW10 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for power, connectivity, and zigbee router.
What is the biggest difference between Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZWA-2 and Smlight SLZB-MRW10?: Power is one of the clearest differences: Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZWA-2 lists USB, while Smlight SLZB-MRW10 lists USB, PoE.
Who should buy Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZWA-2?: Choose Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZWA-2 if your priority is its specific strengths and that matters more than power.
Who should buy Smlight SLZB-MRW10?: Choose Smlight SLZB-MRW10 if your priority is power and connectivity and that matters more than the competing advantages.

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