Updated June 2026
Data from Amazon and official Sonoff site.
2026 verdict
Sonoff ZBDongle-E edges out Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 in 2026, led by price, rating, and warranty. Its clearest strengths are price, rating, and warranty, and it still looks stronger on zigbee router. Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 remains a niche alternative if z-wave controller matters more than the rest of the comparison. That makes Sonoff ZBDongle-E the clearer recommendation in 2026.
| Feature | Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 | Sonoff ZBDongle-E | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $39.90 | $26.99 | Sonoff ZBDongle-E |
| Rating | 4.6 | 4.7 | Sonoff ZBDongle-E |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years | Sonoff ZBDongle-E |
| Zigbee Router | NO | YES | Sonoff ZBDongle-E |
| Z-Wave Controller | YES | NO | Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 |
| Amplifier Gain | +20dB | +20dBm | Different strengths |
| Power | USB | USB | Tie |
| Connectivity | USB | USB | Tie |
| Thread Border Router | NO | NO | Tie |
| Matter Bridge | NO | NO | Tie |
| Antenna Gain | 2 dBi | 2 dBi | Tie |
| Dual Network | NO | NO | Tie |
$39.90
- + Z-Wave Controller: YES
- - Price: $39.90 vs $26.99
- - Rating: 4.6 vs 4.7
Winner
$26.99
- + Price: $26.99
- + Rating: 4.7
- + Warranty: 2 years
- - Z-Wave Controller: NO vs YES
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 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-PZG23 and Sonoff ZBDongle-E?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 lists $39.90, while Sonoff ZBDongle-E lists $26.99.
Which one looks better on price?
Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 is listed at $39.90, while Sonoff ZBDongle-E is listed at $26.99. Sonoff ZBDongle-E (better spec).
Who should buy Sonoff Dongle-PZG23?
Choose Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 if your priority is z-wave controller 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 z-wave controller.
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