Smlight SLZB-07 MG24 vs Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick comparison

Updated June 2026

Data from Amazon and official Smlight and Zooz sites.

2026 verdict

Between Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick and Smlight SLZB-07 MG24, Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick is the better overall pick in 2026, leading on price, rating, and warranty. The main reason it wins is price, rating, and warranty, and z-wave controller strengthens that case. Smlight SLZB-07 MG24 is the better fit only for buyers who prioritize zigbee router and thread border router above everything else here. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick.

Smlight

Smlight SLZB-07 MG24

$45.99

Buy on Amazon USA

Winner

Zooz

Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick

$39.95

Buy on Amazon USA

Feature	Smlight SLZB-07 MG24	Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick	Winner
Price	$45.99	$39.95	Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick
Rating	4.2	4.7	Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick
Warranty	1 year	5 years	Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick
Zigbee Router	YES	NO	Smlight SLZB-07 MG24
Z-Wave Controller	NO	YES	Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick
Thread Border Router	YES	NO	Smlight SLZB-07 MG24
Power	USB	USB	Tie
Connectivity	USB	USB	Tie
Matter Bridge	NO	NO	Tie
Dual Network	NO	NO	Tie
Bluetooth Proxy	NO	NO	Tie

Smlight

Smlight SLZB-07 MG24

$45.99

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Zigbee Router: YES
+ Thread Border Router: YES
- Price: $45.99 vs $39.95
- Rating: 4.2 vs 4.7

Winner

Zooz

Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick

$39.95

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Price: $39.95
+ Rating: 4.7
+ Warranty: 5 years
- Zigbee Router: NO vs YES
- Thread Border Router: NO vs YES

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Smlight SLZB-07 MG24 or Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick?

Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick 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 Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Smlight SLZB-07 MG24 lists $45.99, while Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick lists $39.95.

Which one looks better on price?

Smlight SLZB-07 MG24 is listed at $45.99, while Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick is listed at $39.95. Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick (better spec).

Who should buy Smlight SLZB-07 MG24?

Choose Smlight SLZB-07 MG24 if your priority is zigbee router and thread border router 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 rating and that matters more than zigbee router.

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