Sonoff Dongle Max vs Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 comparison

Updated June 2026

Data from Amazon and official Sonoff site.

2026 verdict

Between Sonoff Dongle Max and Sonoff Dongle-PZG23, Sonoff Dongle Max is the better overall pick in 2026, leading on power, connectivity, and zigbee router. It wins the broader comparison through power, connectivity, and zigbee router, while thread border router and antenna gain helps confirm the result. Choose Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 only if price, rating, and z-wave controller matters more to you than the broader advantage from Sonoff Dongle Max. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of Sonoff Dongle Max.

Winner

Sonoff

Sonoff Dongle Max

€45.02

Buy on Amazon Italy

Sonoff

Sonoff Dongle-PZG23

$39.90

Buy on Amazon USA

Feature	Sonoff Dongle Max	Sonoff Dongle-PZG23	Winner
Price	€45.02	$39.90	Sonoff Dongle-PZG23
Rating	4.4	4.7	Sonoff Dongle-PZG23
Power	USB, PoE	USB	Sonoff Dongle Max
Connectivity	USB, Ethernet, 2.4 GHz WiFi	USB	Sonoff Dongle Max
Zigbee Router	YES	NO	Sonoff Dongle Max
Z-Wave Controller	NO	YES	Sonoff Dongle-PZG23
Thread Border Router	YES	NO	Sonoff Dongle Max
Antenna Gain	+5dBi	2 dBi	Sonoff Dongle Max
Dual Network	Experimental	NO	Sonoff Dongle Max
Amplifier Gain	+20dBm	+20dB	Different strengths
Warranty	1 year	1 year	Tie
Matter Bridge	NO	NO	Tie

Winner

Sonoff

Sonoff Dongle Max

€45.02

Buy on Amazon Italy

+ Power: USB, PoE
+ Connectivity: USB, Ethernet, 2.4 GHz WiFi
+ Zigbee Router: YES
- Price: €45.02 vs $39.90
- Rating: 4.4 vs 4.7

Sonoff

Sonoff Dongle-PZG23

$39.90

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Price: $39.90
+ Rating: 4.7
+ Z-Wave Controller: YES
- Power: USB vs USB, PoE
- Connectivity: USB vs USB, Ethernet, 2.4 GHz WiFi

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Sonoff Dongle Max or Sonoff Dongle-PZG23?

Sonoff Dongle Max has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for power, connectivity, and zigbee router.

What is the biggest difference between Sonoff Dongle Max and Sonoff Dongle-PZG23?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Sonoff Dongle Max lists €45.02, while Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 lists $39.90.

Which one looks better on price?

Sonoff Dongle Max is listed at €45.02, while Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 is listed at $39.90. Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 (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-PZG23?

Choose Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than power.

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