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Smlight SLZB-06 MG26 vs Sonoff Dongle Max

Full Smart Dongles comparison in 2026

Updated July 2026
Data from Amazon and official Smlight and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
In 2026, the recommendation leans toward Sonoff Dongle Max over Smlight SLZB-06 MG26, driven by rating and dual network. Its biggest wins come from rating and dual network, and its broader overall balance adds more confidence to the verdict. Smlight SLZB-06 MG26 is still relevant if you care most about bluetooth proxy, but Sonoff Dongle Max is the stronger recommendation overall. In practical terms, Sonoff Dongle Max is the easier product to recommend.
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FeatureSmlight SLZB-06 MG26Sonoff Dongle MaxWinner
Rating3.34.2Sonoff Dongle Max
Dual NetworkNOExperimentalSonoff Dongle Max
Bluetooth ProxyYESNOSmlight SLZB-06 MG26
Zigbee Chip ModelEFR32MG26EFR32MG24Different strengths
Amplifier Gain+20dB+20dBmDifferent strengths
Warranty1 year1 yearTie
PowerUSB, PoEUSB, PoETie
ConnectivityUSB, Ethernet, 2.4 GHz WiFiUSB, Ethernet, 2.4 GHz WiFiTie
Zigbee RouterYESYESTie
Z-Wave ControllerNONOTie
Thread Border RouterYESYESTie
Matter BridgeNONOTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Smlight SLZB-06 MG26 or Sonoff Dongle Max?

Sonoff Dongle Max has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating and dual network.

What is the biggest difference between Smlight SLZB-06 MG26 and Sonoff Dongle Max?

Rating is one of the clearest differences: Smlight SLZB-06 MG26 lists 3.3, while Sonoff Dongle Max lists 4.2.

Who should buy Smlight SLZB-06 MG26?

Choose Smlight SLZB-06 MG26 if your priority is bluetooth proxy and that matters more than rating.

Who should buy Sonoff Dongle Max?

Choose Sonoff Dongle Max if your priority is rating and dual network and that matters more than bluetooth proxy.

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