📡 Next-Gen Zigbee USB Dongle — EFR32MG24, 200m Range
The ZBDongle-E upgrade. 300% more RAM, 100% more flash, and a 3dBi antenna delivering up to 200m range. The ideal USB Zigbee coordinator for Home Assistant and Zigbee2MQTT users who want the best performance in a simple USB stick.
✨ What Makes This Special
- EFR32MG24 chip — Arm Cortex-M33 @ 78 MHz, 1536KB flash, 256KB RAM (300% more than MG21)
- 3dBi antenna — external SMA, optimisable up to 4.5dBi, 200m range in open space
- 1m USB extension cable included — reduces USB 3.0 interference for reliable signal
- Plug & play — pre-flashed Zigbee coordinator, auto-discovered in ZHA & Z2M
- Multi-firmware — Coordinator, Router, Thread RCP, MultiPAN via SONOFF Dongle Flasher
- Aluminium housing — shielded design with modern aesthetic
- Ultra-low power — ~40mW standby, 5V/100mA USB. Runs 24/7 on any device
- 1 Year Warranty
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🧠 Works With
🔗 Supported Platforms
Plug into USB, auto-discovered. Works on any OS with USB serial drivers.
🎯 Key Features
EFR32MG24 — Next Gen
Arm Cortex-M33 at 78 MHz. 1536KB flash (2× ZBDongle-E) and 256KB RAM (4× ZBDongle-E). Faster automation processing, better MultiPAN support, future-proof hardware.
200m Range
External 3dBi SMA antenna (upgradeable to 4.5dBi). Up to 200m in open space, ~40m indoors. Replaceable antenna for custom upgrades.
USB Extension Cable
1m cable included. Critical for keeping the dongle away from USB 3.0 interference. Greatly improves signal quality vs. direct plugging into USB ports.
Flash Any Firmware
SONOFF Dongle Flasher web tool. Switch between Zigbee Coordinator, Router, Thread RCP, or MultiPAN in under a minute.
Multi-Brand Support
SONOFF, Aqara, Philips Hue, IKEA, Tuya, Schneider, Nous, and thousands more. Compatibility depends on your platform (ZHA/Z2M).
100% Local Control
All data on your network. No cloud, no subscriptions. Perfect privacy. Works even when internet is down.
SONOFF Dongle Max
Same MG24 chip but with PoE Ethernet, WiFi, web console, and dual 5dBi antennas. Place it anywhere — no USB cable limitation. The ultimate coordinator.
- Ethernet + PoE + WiFi + USB — connect any way
- Web console — manage from browser
- 90m+ tested range — dual 5dBi antennas
🔗 Compare SONOFF Zigbee Dongles
SONOFF Dongle Max
Same MG24 chip + PoE Ethernet + WiFi + web console + dual 5dBi. For serious setups.
View Product →SONOFF Dongle Lite MG21
Compact, affordable MG21. 65% smaller than ZBDongle-E. Great budget option.
View Product →SONOFF ZBDongle-E
The original. Same MG21, +20dBm, SMA antenna. This MG24 is its direct upgrade.
View Product →Home Assistant Mini Server
Full HA server — plug in this dongle for Zigbee. The complete smart home hub.
View Product →📋 Technical Specifications
| Model / MPN | Dongle-PMG24 |
| Product Name | SONOFF Dongle Plus MG24 Zigbee/Thread USB Dongle |
| MCU | EFR32MG24 (Silicon Labs) — Arm Cortex-M33 @ 78 MHz |
| Flash / RAM | 1536KB / 256KB |
| Protocol | Zigbee 3.0 (IEEE 802.15.4, 2.4 GHz) |
| Flashable Firmware | Zigbee Coordinator, Zigbee Router, Thread RCP, MultiPAN RCP |
| Antenna | 1× external SMA, 3dBi (optimisable to 4.5dBi), replaceable |
| TX Power | Up to +20dBm |
| Range | Up to 200m (open space) |
| Interface | USB Type-A (CP2102N bridge) |
| USB Extension Cable | 1m included |
| Power | 5V / 100mA via USB (~40mW standby) |
| Housing | Aluminium + ABS/PC |
| Supported Platforms | Home Assistant (ZHA), Zigbee2MQTT, openHAB, ioBroker, Domoticz, Jeedom |
| Supported OS | Windows, Linux, macOS, Raspberry Pi OS, Docker |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to 40°C |
| Dimensions | ~62.5 × 18 × 151.5 mm (with antenna) |
| Warranty | 1 Year Manufacturer Warranty |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I migrate from ZBDongle-E?
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The ZBDongle-E Upgrade You've Been Waiting For.
EFR32MG24 · 300% More RAM · 200m Range · Home Assistant · Zigbee2MQTT · 100% Local
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