Sonoff Dongle Max vs Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24

Updated April 2026

Data from Amazon and official Sonoff site.

2026 verdict

Taken as a whole in 2026, Sonoff Dongle Max wins this matchup. The main reason it wins is power, connectivity, and antenna gain, and dual network strengthens that case. Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 is the better fit only for buyers who prioritize price above everything else here. That is why Sonoff Dongle Max wins the verdict here.

Winner

Sonoff

Sonoff Dongle Max

$42.90

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Sonoff

Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24

$35.90

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Feature	Sonoff Dongle Max	Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24	Winner
Price	$42.90	$35.90	Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24
Power	USB, PoE	USB	Sonoff Dongle Max
Connectivity	USB, Ethernet, 2.4 GHz Wifi	USB	Sonoff Dongle Max
Antenna Gain	+5dBi	+4.5dBi	Sonoff Dongle Max
Dual Network	Experimental	NO	Sonoff Dongle Max
Warranty	1 year	1 year	Tie
Zigbee Chip Model	EFR32MG24	EFR32MG24	Tie
Zigbee Router	YES	YES	Tie
Z-Wave Controller	NO	NO	Tie
Thread Border Router	YES	YES	Tie
Matter Bridge	NO	NO	Tie
Amplifier Gain	+20dBm	+20dBm	Tie

Winner

Sonoff

Sonoff Dongle Max

$42.90

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+ Power: USB, PoE
+ Connectivity: USB, Ethernet, 2.4 GHz Wifi
+ Antenna Gain: +5dBi
- Price: $42.90 vs $35.90

Sonoff

Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24

$35.90

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+ Price: $35.90
- Power: USB vs USB, PoE
- Connectivity: USB vs USB, Ethernet, 2.4 GHz Wifi

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Sonoff Dongle Max or Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24?: Sonoff Dongle Max has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for power, connectivity, and antenna gain.
What is the biggest difference between Sonoff Dongle Max and Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24?: Price is one of the clearest differences: Sonoff Dongle Max lists $42.90, while Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 lists $35.90.
Which one looks better on price?: Sonoff Dongle Max is listed at $42.90, while Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 is listed at $35.90. Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 (better spec).
Who should buy Sonoff Dongle Max?: Choose Sonoff Dongle Max if your priority is power and connectivity and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24?: Choose Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 if your priority is price and that matters more than power.

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