Would you use an internal PCB Antenna over an External Antenna?

Configuration Zigbee
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Hi all, I’m (TubesZB) debating about moving to an EFR32MG24 module with no external antenna port, instead it has a PCB antenna. Benefits are a lower cost even factoring in potentially new tariffs coming. In testing the PCB antenna showed about 1-2 dBi difference when measuring from about 30 ft / 9m. And a customer in the field has had no issues

  • An External Antenna is a necessity
  • A PCB Antenna is okay since Zigbee is a Mesh
  • I have no clue
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SiLabs MGM24 module on the right (Channel 20) with external antenna. Alternative EFR32MG24 module on the left with PCB antenna.

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If you vote one way or another, would be interested to here your thoughts as well.

thanks!