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Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 vs Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick

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Updated August 2026
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2026 verdict
Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick edges out the Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 in this same-protocol matchup, backed by the higher owner rating and a standout 5 year warranty against the PZG23's 1 year. Both are compact USB Z-Wave 800 sticks with Long Range and S2 security that install near-instantly in Home Assistant, so on core capability they are essentially equal. The Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 keeps a real edge on price, and it throws in an adjustable external antenna and a bundled USB extension cable. Buy the Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick if the higher rating and the far longer 5 year warranty matter more to you; buy the Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 for the same Z-Wave 800 capability at a lower price with useful bundled extras.
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FeatureSonoff Dongle-PZG23Zooz Z-Wave Long Range StickWinner
Price$39.90$39.95Sonoff Dongle-PZG23
Rating4.64.7Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick
Warranty1 year5 yearsZooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick
PowerUSBUSBTie
ConnectivityUSBUSBTie
Zigbee RouterNONOTie
Z-Wave ControllerYESYESTie
Thread Border RouterNONOTie
Matter BridgeNONOTie
Dual NetworkNONOTie
Bluetooth ProxyNONOTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the better Z-Wave stick, the Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 or the Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick?

The Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick wins narrowly, with the higher owner rating and a much longer 5 year warranty. The Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 counters with a lower price and bundled extras, an adjustable external antenna and a USB extension cable, so pick it if price matters most.

What is the biggest difference between the Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 and the Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick?

Warranty and rating, not protocol. Both are Z-Wave 800 controllers with Long Range and S2 security. The Zooz carries a 5 year warranty and the higher owner rating, while the Dongle-PZG23 costs a little less and adds an adjustable external antenna and a bundled USB extension cable.

Do both support Z-Wave Long Range and S2 security?

Yes. Both the Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 and the Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick are Z-Wave 800 series controllers with Long Range and S2 security, and both are plug-and-play with Home Assistant. Neither does Zigbee, Thread or Matter.

Who should buy the Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick?

Buy the Zooz Z-Wave Long Range Stick if you want the higher-rated Z-Wave 800 controller with a long 5 year warranty for Home Assistant or HomeSeer. Just be sure to order the version for your region's Z-Wave frequency, as it is sold region-specific.

Who should buy the Sonoff Dongle-PZG23?

Buy the Sonoff Dongle-PZG23 if you want Z-Wave 800 Long Range and S2 capability at a lower price, with an adjustable external antenna and an included USB extension cable, for Home Assistant or openHAB.

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