SONOFF ZBDongle-E Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle, universal coordinator for Home Assistant, Zigbee2MQTT and openHAB, with external SMA antenna and up to 20dBm power

The SONOFF Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus, model ZBDongle-E, is a versatile Zigbee coordinator designed for smart home enthusiasts. Pre-flashed with EZNet 6.10.3 firmware, it's ready for immediate integration with popular open-source platforms such as Home Assistant, openHAB, and Zigbee2MQTT. This dongle serves as a universal gateway, allowing you to control a wide array of Zigbee devices locally without needing multiple brand-specific hubs.

Powered by the robust EFR32MG21 chipset, the ZBDongle-E ensures stable and reliable coordination of your Zigbee network. It boasts a +20dBm output gain, which enhances signal strength and extends the coverage area, making your smart home devices more responsive. The dongle is housed in a shielded aluminum casing designed to minimize electromagnetic interference from nearby electronics, thus preserving the integrity and stability of your Zigbee signal.

This SONOFF Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus is designed for easy firmware flashing, allowing you to switch between coordinator and router firmware in approximately one minute using the official SONOFF Dongle Flasher tool. The default firmware supports up to 21 direct child devices, with the possibility to configure it to support up to 40 or even 100 devices, depending on your platform and network needs. It also supports Green Power devices, with specific channel settings available for compatibility with devices like Hue Zigbee Green Power products.

Specifications for the ZBDongle-E include an operating temperature range of -10℃ to 40℃ and a DC 5V (100mA Max) input power requirement. The dimensions are 75×25.5×13.5mm, and it features a durable aluminum alloy shell. It comes with a 2-Year Hassle-Free Warranty. For optimal performance and to minimize interference, using a USB extension cable between the dongle and your USB port is highly recommended.