SONOFF Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle E (ZBDongle-E) – Zigbee Coordinator USB

Get SONOFF Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle E (ZBDongle-E) to create a local Zigbee gateway for Home Assistant, openHAB, and Zigbee2MQTT.
This universal Zigbee USB stick acts as the central coordinator for your Zigbee network, allowing you to control devices locally without brand-specific hubs.

Key Benefits

Acts as a Zigbee coordinator (gateway)
Supports Home Assistant, openHAB, and Zigbee2MQTT
Strong signal with +20dBm output
Aluminum alloy housing for reduced interference
Can be flashed as a router to extend Zigbee range

What Is the SONOFF Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle-E?

The SONOFF Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle-E (ZBDongle-E) is a universal Zigbee USB adapter designed to serve as the main controller of a Zigbee mesh network.
When this Sonoff Zigbee Dongle is connected to a compatible smart home platform, it enables centralized, local control of Zigbee devices without relying on cloud services.

Common Use Cases

Build a local Zigbee smart home with Home Assistant
Use as a Zigbee coordinator for open-source platforms
Replace proprietary Zigbee hubs
Extend an existing Zigbee network by flashing router firmware

Supported Platforms & Software

Supported Platforms

Home Assistant
openHAB
Zigbee2MQTT

Zigbee Role

Ships pre-flashed as a Zigbee coordinator
Can be flashed as a Zigbee router if needed

Zigbee Device Compatibility

Supports a wide range of Zigbee devices, including:

Zigbee Routers

ZBMINI smart switches
S40 Lite ZB
S31 Lite ZB smart plugs
S26R2ZB smart switches

Zigbee End Devices

ZBMINI-L smart switches
SNZB-01 wireless switches
SNZB-02 temperature & humidity sensors
SNZB-03 motion sensors
SNZB-04 door/window sensors

Hardware & Technical Specifications

Model: ZBDongle-E
Core Chipset: Silicon Labs EFR32MG21
Protocol: Zigbee 3.0
Firmware: EZNet 6.10.3 (Coordinator firmware)
Frequency: 2.4 GHz
Output Power: +20dBm
Input Power: DC 5V / up to 100mA
Operating Temperature: -10°C to 40°C

Build

Aluminum alloy housing
Designed to reduce electromagnetic interference
Weight: approx. 0.050 kg

Performance & Range

Acts as the central coordinator of a Zigbee mesh network
Supports routers and end devices for scalable coverage
Signal strength improves as more router devices are added

USB Extension Cable (Recommended)

Using a USB extension cable is recommended to:

Reduce USB port interference
Improve Zigbee signal quality
Achieve better network stability

Placing the dongle away from metal enclosures or computers improves performance.

What’s Included

SONOFF Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle-E
External antenna
User manual

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this work with Home Assistant?

Yes. It works with Home Assistant and is compatible with Zigbee2MQTT.

Can Sonoff ZBDongle-E be used as a Zigbee router?

Yes. The Sonoff Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle-E can be flashed with router firmware to extend an existing Zigbee network.

Is this a cloud-based device?

No. It operates locally through your smart home platform.

Do I need a brand-specific hub?

No. This replaces proprietary Zigbee hubs.

Why Buy SONOFF Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle-E?

Universal Zigbee coordinator
Strong signal performance
Works with open-source smart home platforms
Ideal for local, privacy-focused smart homes

Summary

The SONOFF Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle-E (ZBDongle-E) is a reliable Zigbee coordinator for users building a local and scalable Zigbee smart home.
The ZBDongle-E is best suited for users using Home Assitant, opneHAB and Zigbee2MQTT who want full control without proprietary hubs.

Buy SONOFF Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle-E Now

Add a powerful Zigbee coordinator to your smart home setup today.