Updated November 2026
Data from the official Sonoff site.
2026 verdict
Pro or Ultra? The Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra is the better Zigbee hub, with real computing hardware, Ethernet, Matter and Apple Home that the Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro lacks.
It lists a 1.5 GHz dual-core processor, 1GB of memory and 8GB of storage, room for 256 subdevices against 128, and full third-party device support where the older model is partial. The Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro is the lower priced of the pair and the smaller (35 g), and it still does the Zigbee job for Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings and Home Assistant, but it is Wi-Fi only with no Matter bridge. Choose the Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra for a new setup or a bigger one, and keep the Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro if a small Sonoff network already works for you.
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| Feature | Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro | Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 3.9 | 4.4 | Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet | Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra |
| Local Control | Partially | YES | Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years | Tie |
| Protocols | Bluetooth, Zigbee Coordinator, Third-Party Devices | Zigbee Coordinator, Matter Bridge, Third-Party Devices | Tie |
What the differences mean
Hardware
The Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra lists a 1.5 GHz dual-core processor, 1GB of memory and 8GB of storage. The Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro does not publish any of these, and owners of the Ultra describe a noticeably steadier network.
Matter and Apple Home
The Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra is a Matter bridge and works with Apple Home. The Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro has no Matter bridge and no Apple Home, so it stays out of the Home app.
Ethernet
The Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra has an Ethernet port as well as 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, while the Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro is Wi-Fi only. A cable removes the Wi-Fi link as a cause of dropped devices.
Subdevices and third-party support
The Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra lists 256 subdevices and third-party support as YES, against 128 and partial on the Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro. Owners still report that some brands, Philips Hue bulbs among them, do not pair with the Ultra.
Speaker
Only the Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra has a built-in speaker for alerts. It is a small extra, since the Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro has none.
Which one to buy if
- your home runs on Apple Home
The Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra supports Apple Home and Matter, and the Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro does not.
- you plan a large network of more than 128 devices
The Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra lists 256 subdevices, twice the Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro.
- you want the cheapest way to put a few Sonoff sensors on Home Assistant
The Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro is the lower priced of the two and does that job over Wi-Fi.
- you can run an Ethernet cable to the hub
Only the Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra has an Ethernet port.
$24.90
- - Rating: 3.9 vs 4.4
- - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet
Winner
- + Rating: 4.4
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
What owners say
Owners of both Sonoff bridges agree on the fundamentals: a Zigbee network that is steadier than the one built into a router or speaker, and a hub that works well with Sonoff's own sensors and with Home Assistant. Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra owners describe a clear step up from the Pro, with one replacing two flaky Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro units with a single Ultra, and they like the Matter bridging and the extra capacity. They mention Philips Hue bulbs that will not pair, sensor readings Alexa and Google Home do not always agree on and a real range shorter than advertised. Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro owners talk about its low cost and local scenes, and complain about the eWeLink sign-in and firmware updates, devices that drop when far away and no Apple Home.
Upgrading from the Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro?
Moving up from the Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro to the Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra changes the hardware, the connections and the reach: a dual-core processor with 1GB of memory, Ethernet, a Matter bridge, Apple Home and double the subdevice limit. It is worth it if your Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro drops devices, if you want Apple Home or Matter, or if the network is growing past 128 devices. If a small network runs fine on Alexa, Google Home or Home Assistant, there is little to gain. Note that both work best with Sonoff's own Zigbee devices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro or Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra?
The Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra. It adds Ethernet, a Matter bridge, Apple Home, a stronger processor, more memory and a 256-subdevice limit. The Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro is the lower priced option and enough for a small network.
What is the difference between the Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro and Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra?
The Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra is the newer, more capable model, with a 1.5 GHz dual-core processor, 1GB of memory, Ethernet, Matter bridging and Apple Home. The Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro is a Wi-Fi-only Zigbee bridge without Matter.
Does the Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra support Matter and Apple Home?
Yes. The Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra is a Matter bridge and works with Apple Home, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings and Home Assistant. The Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro supports none of Matter or Apple Home.
How many devices do the Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro and Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra support?
The Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro lists 128 subdevices and the Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra lists 256, so the Ultra has twice the headroom.
Who should buy the Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Pro?
Buyers who want the cheapest Zigbee hub for a small Sonoff network on Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings or Home Assistant, and do not need Apple Home, Matter or Ethernet.
Who should buy the Sonoff Zigbee Bridge Ultra?
Anyone starting a new Zigbee setup or growing a large one who wants Ethernet, Matter, Apple Home and a hub with real processing power.
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