Home Assistant SkyConnect (Connect ZBT-1) – Zigbee & Thread USB for Home Assistant

Buy Home Assistant SkyConnect to add Zigbee 3.0 and Thread (Matter) connectivity to your Home Assistant setup.
This official USB adapter enables local smart home control, reliable Zigbee networks, and Thread-based Matter device support without third-party hubs.

Key Benefits

Adds Zigbee 3.0 support to Home Assistant
Enables Thread & Matter device connectivity
Works as a Thread Border Router
Plug-and-play with Home Assistant
Fully local operation (no cloud dependency)

What Is Home Assistant SkyConnect?

The Home Assistant SkyConnect (Connect ZBT-1) is a USB radio adapter designed to connect Zigbee and Thread devices directly to Home Assistant.
Once plugged in, it is automatically detected and configured, allowing you to manage smart devices locally through Home Assistant.

Common Use Cases

Build a local Zigbee smart home with Home Assistant
Connect Thread-based Matter devices without Apple or Google hubs
Replace proprietary Zigbee hubs
Centralize Zigbee and Matter devices in one system

Supported Protocols & Platforms

Supported Protocols

Zigbee 3.0
Thread (Matter)

Home Assistant Integration

Automatic detection (zero setup)
Firmware managed directly in Home Assistant
Compatible with:
- ZHA (Zigbee Home Automation)
- Zigbee2MQTT

Thread & Matter Support

Home Assistant SkyConnect allows Home Assistant to act as a Thread Border Router, enabling direct communication with Thread-based Matter devices.

This means:

No Apple HomePod required
No Google Nest hub required
Home Assistant becomes the central Matter controller

Firmware Options (Important)

Zigbee Firmware (Recommended)

Best stability
Default firmware
Ideal for most users

Thread Firmware

Fully functional
Recommended when focusing on Matter devices

Multiprotocol Firmware (Not Recommended)

Experimental
Reduced reliability
Not recommended for production setups

Technical Specifications

Model: NC-ZBT-9710
Radio Chipset: Silicon Labs EFR32MG21
USB Bridge: CP2102N (USB 2.0 Full-Speed)
Frequency: 2.4 GHz
TX Power: Up to +20 dBm
Power: 5 V DC / up to 150 mA

Physical Dimensions

Width: 18 mm
Height: 4.5 mm
Depth: 38.5 mm
Weight: 4 g

USB Extension Cable (Required)

A USB extension cable is included and must be used.

USB 3.0 ports can cause radio interference on the 2.4 GHz band.
Using the extension cable ensures:

Stable Zigbee pairing
Fewer device dropouts
Reliable long-term performance

Compatibility & Requirements

Compatible With

Home Assistant
ZHA
Zigbee2MQTT

Requirements

USB port
Home Assistant installation

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Home Assistant SkyConnect work with Home Assistant?

Yes. It is automatically detected and fully supported by Home Assistant.

Can I use SkyConnect for Matter devices?

Yes. It supports Thread and allows Home Assistant to act as a Thread Border Router.

Can Zigbee and Thread run at the same time?

Multiprotocol firmware exists but is experimental and not recommended.

Is this a cloud-based device?

No. It operates locally through Home Assistant.

Why Buy Home Assistant SkyConnect?

Official Home Assistant hardware
Local, privacy-focused smart home control
Zigbee and Matter readiness in one USB device
Ideal for advanced and future-proof smart homes

Summary

The Home Assistant SkyConnect (Connect ZBT-1) is a powerful USB adapter for adding Zigbee and Thread (Matter) support to Home Assistant.
It is best suited for users who want local control, Matter compatibility, and seamless Home Assistant integration.

Buy Home Assistant SkyConnect Now

Add Zigbee and Thread support to your Home Assistant setup with one compact USB adapter.