Updated June 2026
Data from Amazon and official Sonoff site.
2026 verdict
Across the 2026 comparison, Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 earns the nod over Sonoff ZBDongle-P on the strength of price, rating, and thread border router. What pushes it ahead is price, rating, and thread border router, and antenna gain keeps the advantage from looking narrow. Sonoff ZBDongle-P can still be the right pick, but only if warranty outweighs the wider strengths of Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24. As a general recommendation, Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 comes out on top.
| Feature | Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 | Sonoff ZBDongle-P | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $35.90 | $39.99 | Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 |
| Rating | 4.6 | 4.5 | Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years | Sonoff ZBDongle-P |
| Thread Border Router | YES | NO | Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 |
| Antenna Gain | +4.5dBi | 2 dBi | Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 |
| Zigbee Chip Model | EFR32MG24 | CC2652P | 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 |
Winner
$35.90
- + Price: $35.90
- + Rating: 4.6
- + Thread Border Router: YES
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 2 years
$39.99
- + Warranty: 2 years
- - Price: $39.99 vs $35.90
- - Rating: 4.5 vs 4.6
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 or Sonoff ZBDongle-P?
Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and thread border router.
What is the biggest difference between Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 and Sonoff ZBDongle-P?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 lists $35.90, while Sonoff ZBDongle-P lists $39.99.
Which one looks better on price?
Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 is listed at $35.90, while Sonoff ZBDongle-P is listed at $39.99. Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 (better spec).
Who should buy Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24?
Choose Sonoff Dongle Plus MG24 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than warranty.
Who should buy Sonoff ZBDongle-P?
Choose Sonoff ZBDongle-P if your priority is warranty and that matters more than price.
