Updated June 2026
Data from Amazon and official Sonoff site.
2026 verdict
Across the 2026 comparison, Sonoff ZBDongle-E earns the nod over Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 on the strength of price, rating, and warranty. What pushes it ahead is price, rating, and warranty, and its broader overall balance keeps the advantage from looking narrow. You should still consider Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 if thread border router and antenna gain matters more than raw overall balance. That is enough to make Sonoff ZBDongle-E the better pick for most buyers.
| Feature | Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 | Sonoff ZBDongle-E | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $35.90 | $26.99 | Sonoff ZBDongle-E |
| Rating | 4.6 | 4.7 | Sonoff ZBDongle-E |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years | Sonoff ZBDongle-E |
| Thread Border Router | YES | NO | Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 |
| Antenna Gain | +4.5dBi | 2 dBi | Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 |
| Zigbee Chip Model | EFR32MG24 | EFR32MG21 | Different strengths |
| Power | USB | USB | Tie |
| Connectivity | USB | USB | Tie |
| Zigbee Router | YES | YES | Tie |
| Z-Wave Controller | NO | NO | Tie |
| Matter Bridge | NO | NO | Tie |
| Amplifier Gain | +20dBm | +20dBm | Tie |
$35.90
- + Thread Border Router: YES
- + Antenna Gain: +4.5dBi
- - Price: $35.90 vs $26.99
- - Rating: 4.6 vs 4.7
Winner
$26.99
- + Price: $26.99
- + Rating: 4.7
- + Warranty: 2 years
- - Thread Border Router: NO vs YES
- - Antenna Gain: 2 dBi vs +4.5dBi
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 or Sonoff ZBDongle-E?
Sonoff ZBDongle-E has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and warranty.
What is the biggest difference between Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 and Sonoff ZBDongle-E?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 lists $35.90, while Sonoff ZBDongle-E lists $26.99.
Which one looks better on price?
Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 is listed at $35.90, while Sonoff ZBDongle-E is listed at $26.99. Sonoff ZBDongle-E (better spec).
Who should buy Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24?
Choose Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 if your priority is thread border router and antenna gain and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Sonoff ZBDongle-E?
Choose Sonoff ZBDongle-E if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than thread border router.
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