SMLIGHT SLZB-07P10 Zigbee 3.0 Coordinator Thread/Matter Mini USB Adapter Works with Zigbee2MQTT, Home Assistant, ZHA

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SLZB-07 SLZB-07P7 SLZB-07P10 SLZB-07MG24 CC2652P (48Mhz, 88Kb RAM) is the Top 1 on our list. Reliability has been tested over the years and by many users. CC2652* chips are fully supported in Zigbee2MQTT (EFR32 has an “experimental” support status), and are also fully supported in ZHA. That is, it is a universal coordinator for both ZHA and Zigbee2MQTT. Zigbee firmware supports up to 200 end devices. Even with the maximum number of Zigbee devices, the chip parameters (processor 48Mhz and 88Kb RAM) are not even close to the maximum, so there is no difference in speed compared to other chips in the series (CC2652P7: 48Mhz+152Kb RAM, CC2674P10: 48Mhz+264Kb RAM). So, CC2652P is #1. The CC2652P7 (48Mhz + 152 Kb RAM) has the same processor (48Mhz) as the CC2652P chips, but a slightly larger amount of RAM – 152Kb (CC2652P: 88Kb). At the same time, neither the processor nor the memory is used even by 30% when the chip is operating in coordinator mode with the maximum possible number of connected end devices. Therefore, this chip is more of a marketing ploy. Our recommendation is to pay attention to CC2652P. It is cheaper, more reliable (because it has been tested by a large number of users), and supports +20dB of gain at the firmware level. That is, If you like marketing gimmicks, the CC2652P7 is your choice.The CC2652P7 chip is ranked #2 in our rating. The CC2674P7 (48Mhz + 264Kb RAM) has the same processor (48Mhz) as the CC2652P and CC2652P7 chips, but a slightly larger amount of RAM – 264Kb (CC2652P: 88Kb, CC2652P: 152Kb,). At the same time, neither the processor nor the memory is used even by 30% when the chip is operating in coordinator mode with the maximum possible number of connected end devices. Therefore, this chip is more of a marketing ploy. In addition, the firmware for this chip is in test mode. As of February 2024, we recommend that you buy these coordinators at your own risk, or if you are a firmware developer and you need a test device on this chip. Our recommendation is to pay attention to the CC2652P. It is cheaper, more reliable (as it has been tested by a large number of users), and supports +20 dB of gain at the firmware level.That is, if you like marketing gimmicks, CC2674P10 is your choice.The CC2674P10 chip takes the 4th place in our rating. The EFR32MG21 (80Mhz + 96Kb RAM) does not differ significantly from the CC2652P chips in terms of technical characteristics. However, there are a few things that the user should know: (1) This chip is ideal for working with ZHA (since the native Home Assistant coordinator is built on the same chip), but it is listed in the “experimental” section for Zigbee2MQTT. In practice, these chips show more stable operation than CC26** in Zigbee coordinator mode. In addition, although both EFR32MG21 and CC2652P chips have a +20dB amplifier, EFR32 chips usually show higher LQI with end devices. We put this chip on the 1st place along with the CC2652P chip in our rating. EFR32MG24 (80Mhz + 256KbRAM) does not differ significantly from EFR32MG21 chip in terms of technical characteristics, except for the size of RAM: 256Kb versus 96Kb in EFR32MG21. The amount of RAM is at the level of the CC2674P10 chip. However, as in the case of the CC2674P10 chip, even with the maximum connection, the processor and RAM are not loaded to the maximum in EFR32MG21. So whether it makes sense to overpay for EFR32MG24 is a rhetorical question. Therefore, here we would say the same as with CC2652P7 and CC2674P10 – if you like marketing gimmicks, CC2674P10 is your choice. This chip takes the 3rd place in our rating. Does SLZB-07 works with Home Assistant out of the box? Yes, it does. Just plug in SLZB-07 into the USB port of your server and start ZHA Home Assistant or Zigbee2MQTT. Can I set up multiple SLZB-07 coodinators with one Home Assistant? Yes,you can run multiple SLZB-07 with your single server.All of them should be connected to the same server.If you want to cover different rooms or even buildings, you can use SLZB-07 with your server and add SLZB-06/06M in other rooms or buildings. Do I need to use extension cable? In most cases, you do not need. We designed device in such a way, so it utilizes all interferences from the USB ports and can be used without extension cable! Can I update firmware distantly, without physical access to the SLZB-07? Yes, you can. Main chip used in SLZB-07 (EFR32MG21) can be updated distantly from the other global point. That makes the device suitable for installation in rare-visited locations or installation places. You just need to have access to your server.