Need to split my multiprotocol Sonoff Zigbee Dongle E. Any suggestions?

sdegonge · August 13, 2024, 5:34pm

I currently have a Sonoff Zigbee Dongle E which is running Matter & Zigbee (multiprotocol). I would like to get another radio and split them up. Should I keep the Sonoff E dongle for zigbee and get something else for Matter? Is there another preferred configuration? thanks.

os.habitats.tech · August 14, 2024, 5:32am

The best option is to get an Ethernet/WiFi gateway. Check https://smlight.tech to select the most appropriate model for your circumstances and budget. Most of them are multiprotocol and multiconnect (Ethernet, USB, Wifi).

For a comparison check my article below.

https://portal.habitats.tech/Zigbee2MQTT/Zigbee+PoE+HW+Comparison

sdegonge · August 18, 2024, 3:57am

Thanks for pointing me to this. Would you recommend the SLZB-06M or SLZB-06 for a Zigbee2MQTT network?

os.habitats.tech · August 18, 2024, 2:18pm

My suggestions marked in red. All suggestions support 300+ node installations.

sdegonge · August 18, 2024, 6:03pm

thanks…I think I’ll go with the 06M.

sdegonge · October 8, 2024, 2:12am

Did the SLZB-06M and it is awesome! I had 3 cheap Zigbee PIR’s that triggered about 50% of the time…now they trigger 100%!!!

os.habitats.tech · October 8, 2024, 3:40am

The SLZB HW is excellent. In case you expand the network with more devices in the future and you experience connection issues, the solution is to add one or more SLZB routers and reconnect devices to the routers.