Winner
Updated October 2026
Data from the official Sonoff site.
2026 verdict
Across the 2026 comparison, Sonoff Dongle Max earns the nod over Sonoff Z-Wave 800 PoE Dongle Max on the strength of price, rating, and zigbee router.
Its strongest advantages show up in price, rating, and zigbee router, with thread border router and antenna gain helping widen the gap. Sonoff Z-Wave 800 PoE Dongle Max is still relevant if you care most about warranty and Z-Wave controller, but Sonoff Dongle Max is the stronger recommendation overall. Overall, Sonoff Dongle Max makes more sense for most people.
Works with
Connectivity
- Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz
- Ethernet
- Thread border router
- Zigbee coordinator
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Works with
Connectivity
- Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz
- Ethernet
- Z-Wave
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| Feature | Sonoff Dongle Max | Sonoff Z-Wave 800 PoE Dongle Max | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $42.90 | $44.90 | Sonoff Dongle Max |
| Rating | 4.3 | 4.2 | Sonoff Dongle Max |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years | Sonoff Z-Wave 800 PoE Dongle Max |
| Zigbee Router | YES | NO | Sonoff Dongle Max |
| Z-Wave Controller | NO | YES | Sonoff Z-Wave 800 PoE Dongle Max |
| Thread Border Router | YES | NO | Sonoff Dongle Max |
| Antenna Gain | +5dBi | +3dBi | Sonoff Dongle Max |
| Power | USB, PoE | USB, PoE | Tie |
| Connectivity | USB, Ethernet, 2.4 GHz WiFi | USB, Ethernet, 2.4 GHz WiFi | Tie |
| Matter Bridge | NO | NO | Tie |
| Transmit Power | +20dBm | +20dBm | Tie |
| Dual Network | NO | NO | Tie |
Winner
$42.90
- + Price: $42.90
- + Rating: 4.3
- + Zigbee Router: YES
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 2 years
- - Z-Wave Controller: NO vs YES
$44.90
- + Warranty: 2 years
- + Z-Wave Controller: YES
- - Price: $44.90 vs $42.90
- - Rating: 4.2 vs 4.3
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Sonoff Dongle Max or Sonoff Z-Wave 800 PoE Dongle Max?
Sonoff Dongle Max has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and zigbee router.
What is the biggest difference between Sonoff Dongle Max and Sonoff Z-Wave 800 PoE Dongle Max?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Sonoff Dongle Max lists $42.90, while Sonoff Z-Wave 800 PoE Dongle Max lists $44.90.
Which one looks better on price?
Sonoff Dongle Max is listed at $42.90, while Sonoff Z-Wave 800 PoE Dongle Max is listed at $44.90. Sonoff Dongle Max (better spec).
Who should buy Sonoff Dongle Max?
Choose Sonoff Dongle Max if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than warranty.
Who should buy Sonoff Z-Wave 800 PoE Dongle Max?
Choose Sonoff Z-Wave 800 PoE Dongle Max if your priority is warranty and Z-Wave controller and that matters more than price.
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