Data from Amazon and official Nabu Casa and Zooz sites.
2026 verdict
For this 2026 head-to-head, Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick has the better all-around case. It wins the broader comparison through price and warranty, while its broader overall balance helps confirm the result. Pick Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZWA-2 only when rating is the deciding factor for your setup. That is why Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick wins the verdict here.
| Feature | Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZWA-2 | Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $79.00 | $39.95 | Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick |
| Rating | 4.8 | 4.7 | Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZWA-2 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 5 years | Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick |
| Power | USB | USB | Tie |
| Connectivity | USB | USB | Tie |
| Zigbee Router | NO | NO | Tie |
| Z-Wave Controller | YES | YES | Tie |
| Thread Border Router | NO | NO | Tie |
| Matter Bridge | NO | NO | Tie |
| Dual Network | NO | NO | Tie |
| Bluetooth Proxy | NO | NO | Tie |
$79.00
- + Rating: 4.8
- - Price: $79.00 vs $39.95
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 5 years
Winner
$39.95
- + Price: $39.95
- + Warranty: 5 years
- - Rating: 4.7 vs 4.8
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Which is better overall: Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZWA-2 or Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick?
- Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price and warranty.
- What is the biggest difference between Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZWA-2 and Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick?
- Price is one of the clearest differences: Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZWA-2 lists $79.00, while Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick lists $39.95.
- Which one looks better on price?
- Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZWA-2 is listed at $79.00, while Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick is listed at $39.95. Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick (better spec).
- Who should buy Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZWA-2?
- Choose Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZWA-2 if your priority is rating and that matters more than price.
- Who should buy Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick?
- Choose Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick if your priority is price and warranty and that matters more than rating.
More Dongles
Top Dongles to compare next
Compare smart dongles by supported protocols, connectivity, hardware specs, integrations, automations, and compatibility with platforms like Matter, Zigbee, and Thread.
![Sonoff Dongle-PZG23]()
SonoffDongle-PZG23
View details![Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZWA-2]()
Nabu CasaHome Assistant Connect ZWA-2
View details![Smlight SLZB-07]()
SmlightSLZB-07
View details![Smlight SLZB-07p7]()
SmlightSLZB-07p7
View details![Smlight SLZB-MR2]()
SmlightSLZB-MR2
View details![Sonoff ZBDongle-E]()
SonoffZBDongle-E
View details![Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick]()
ZoozZ-Wave Long Range Stick
View details![Sonoff Dongle Lite MG21]()
SonoffDongle Lite MG21
View details![Nabu Casa Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2]()
Nabu CasaHome Assistant Connect ZBT-2
View details![Smlight SLZB-MR3]()
SmlightSLZB-MR3
View details![Sonoff ZBDongle-P]()
SonoffZBDongle-P
View details![Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24]()
SonoffDongle Plus MG24
View details![Smlight SLZB-06 MG24]()
SmlightSLZB-06 MG24
View details![Aeotec Z-Stick 10 Pro]()
AeotecZ-Stick 10 Pro
View details![Smlight SLZB-06]()
SmlightSLZB-06
View details![Smlight SLZB-06M]()
SmlightSLZB-06M
View details![Smlight SLZB-06P10]()
SmlightSLZB-06P10
View details![Smlight SLZB-06p7]()
SmlightSLZB-06p7
View details![Smlight SLZB-MR1]()
SmlightSLZB-MR1
View details![Aeotec Z-Stick 7]()
AeotecZ-Stick 7
View details
Nabu Casa
More Nabu Casa products
A sharper look at other Nabu Casa products worth comparing.
