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Smlight SLZB-MR1 vs Smlight SLZB-MR1U

Full Smart Dongles comparison in 2026

Updated July 2026
Data from Amazon and official Smlight site.
2026 verdict
Between Smlight SLZB-MR1U and Smlight SLZB-MR1, Smlight SLZB-MR1U is the better overall pick in 2026, leading on price and rating. It builds its lead on price and rating, then backs it up with a stronger showing on its broader overall balance. The only strong reason to choose Smlight SLZB-MR1 is if its specific feature mix is more important to you than the overall verdict. That is why Smlight SLZB-MR1U wins the verdict here.
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FeatureSmlight SLZB-MR1Smlight SLZB-MR1UWinner
Price$103.99$102.99Smlight SLZB-MR1U
Rating4.64.8Smlight SLZB-MR1U
Warranty1 year1 yearTie
PowerUSB, PoEUSB, PoETie
ConnectivityUSB, Ethernet, 2.4 GHz WiFiUSB, Ethernet, 2.4 GHz WiFiTie
Zigbee Chip ModelEFR32MG21 / CC2652P7EFR32MG21 / CC2652P7Tie
Zigbee RouterYESYESTie
Z-Wave ControllerNONOTie
Thread Border RouterYESYESTie
Matter BridgeNONOTie
Amplifier Gain+20dB+20dBTie
Antenna Gain+5dBi+5dBiTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Smlight SLZB-MR1 or Smlight SLZB-MR1U?

Smlight SLZB-MR1U has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price and rating.

What is the biggest difference between Smlight SLZB-MR1 and Smlight SLZB-MR1U?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Smlight SLZB-MR1 lists $103.99, while Smlight SLZB-MR1U lists $102.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Smlight SLZB-MR1 is listed at $103.99, while Smlight SLZB-MR1U is listed at $102.99. Smlight SLZB-MR1U (better spec).

Who should buy Smlight SLZB-MR1?

Choose Smlight SLZB-MR1 if your priority is its specific strengths and that matters more than price.

Who should buy Smlight SLZB-MR1U?

Choose Smlight SLZB-MR1U if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than the competing advantages.

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