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Smlight SLZB-06 U vs Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick

Full Smart Dongles comparison in 2026

Updated November 2026
Data from the official Smlight and Zooz sites.
2026 verdict
Smlight SLZB-06 U beats Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick in 2026, with its clearest edge on rating, power, and connectivity.
It has the clearer edge on rating, power, and connectivity, and it stays ahead on zigbee router and thread border router. Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick remains a niche alternative if price, warranty, and Z-Wave controller matter more than the rest of the comparison. That is why Smlight SLZB-06 U wins the verdict here.
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FeatureSmlight SLZB-06 UZooz Z-Wave Long Range StickWinner
Price$72.99£31.60Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick
Rating5.04.6Smlight SLZB-06 U
Warranty3 years5 yearsZooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick
PowerUSB, PoEUSBSmlight SLZB-06 U
ConnectivityUSB, Ethernet, 2.4 GHz WiFiUSBSmlight SLZB-06 U
Zigbee RouterYESNOSmlight SLZB-06 U
Z-Wave ControllerNOYESZooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick
Thread Border RouterYESNOSmlight SLZB-06 U
Bluetooth ProxyYESNOSmlight SLZB-06 U
Matter BridgeNONOTie
Dual NetworkNONOTie
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$72.99
  • + Rating: 5.0
  • + Power: USB, PoE
  • + Connectivity: USB, Ethernet, 2.4 GHz WiFi
  • - Price: $72.99 vs £31.60
  • - Warranty: 3 years vs 5 years

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Smlight SLZB-06 U or Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick?

Smlight SLZB-06 U has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, power, and connectivity.

What is the biggest difference between Smlight SLZB-06 U and Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Smlight SLZB-06 U lists $72.99, while Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick lists £31.60.

Which one looks better on price?

Smlight SLZB-06 U is listed at $72.99, while Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick is listed at £31.60. Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick (better spec).

Who should buy Smlight SLZB-06 U?

Choose Smlight SLZB-06 U if your priority is rating and power 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.

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