Smlight SLZB-07 MG24 vs Sonoff ZBDongle-E

Full Smart Dongles comparison in 2026

Updated April 2026
Data from Amazon and official Smlight and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
Across the full comparison in 2026, Sonoff ZBDongle-E earns the nod. Its clearest strengths are price, rating, and warranty, and it still looks stronger on its broader overall balance. You should still consider Smlight SLZB-07 MG24 if thread border router and antenna gain matters more than raw overall balance. As a general recommendation, Sonoff ZBDongle-E comes out on top.
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FeatureSmlight SLZB-07 MG24Sonoff ZBDongle-EWinner
Price$45.99$26.99Sonoff ZBDongle-E
Rating4.44.7Sonoff ZBDongle-E
Warranty1 year2 yearsSonoff ZBDongle-E
Thread Border RouterYESNOSmlight SLZB-07 MG24
Antenna Gain+3dB2 dBiSmlight SLZB-07 MG24
Zigbee Chip ModelEFR32MG24EFR32MG21Different strengths
Amplifier Gain+20dB+20dBmDifferent strengths
PowerUSBUSBTie
ConnectivityUSBUSBTie
Zigbee RouterYESYESTie
Z-Wave ControllerNONOTie
Matter BridgeNONOTie
Winner
Sonoff

Sonoff ZBDongle-E

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  • + Price: $26.99
  • + Rating: 4.7
  • + Warranty: 2 years
  • - Thread Border Router: NO vs YES
  • - Antenna Gain: 2 dBi vs +3dB

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Smlight SLZB-07 MG24 or Sonoff ZBDongle-E?
Sonoff ZBDongle-E has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and warranty.
What is the biggest difference between Smlight SLZB-07 MG24 and Sonoff ZBDongle-E?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Smlight SLZB-07 MG24 lists $45.99, while Sonoff ZBDongle-E lists $26.99.
Which one looks better on price?
Smlight SLZB-07 MG24 is listed at $45.99, while Sonoff ZBDongle-E is listed at $26.99. Sonoff ZBDongle-E (better spec).
Who should buy Smlight SLZB-07 MG24?
Choose Smlight SLZB-07 MG24 if your priority is thread border router and antenna gain and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Sonoff ZBDongle-E?
Choose Sonoff ZBDongle-E if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than thread border router.
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