How It Works

1
Plug into your host
USB into your Raspberry Pi, NUC, or Home Assistant Yellow. Use a 1.5 m USB extension to move it away from the host for cleaner signal.
2
Add the integration
Home Assistant → Settings → Devices → Add Integration → ZHA (or Zigbee2MQTT addon). Pick the dongle as the serial port.
3
Pair your first device
Put a Sonoff SNZB sensor (or any Zigbee device) into pairing mode. Watch it show up in your dashboard within 30 seconds.
4
Build your network
Add more devices over time. Plug-in Zigbee devices automatically act as repeaters, extending the mesh across your home.

Is This Right for Me?

Protocol: Zigbee 3.0 coordinator (also supports Green Power)
Chip: Silicon Labs EFR32MG21
Output power: +20 dBm
Interface: USB 2.0 Type-A
Firmware: Pre-flashed coordinator firmware (EZNet)
Housing: Aluminum (signal shielding)
Compatibility: Home Assistant ZHA, Zigbee2MQTT, openHAB
Recommended: Use with a 1.5 m USB extension cable
Size: 7.5 cm long, 2.55 cm wide, 1.35 cm thick

Product Details

Sonoff Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus | ZBDongle-E

Sonoff Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus is a universal Zigbee USB stick. It can be used as a Zigbee gateway in Home Assistant, openHAB, Zigbee2MQTT, or other open-source platforms to locally control all your Zigbee devices, so you don’t need to invest in different brands’ Zigbee hubs, all you need is a universal gateway – Dongle Plus!

The dongle plus has a wide range of supported devices, such as ZBMINI-L, SNZB01, SNZB02, SNZB03, SNZB04, S26R2ZB, S40 Lite ZB. Dongle Plus is pre-flashed with coordinator firmware, you can also flash router firmware to extend the network range.

Benefits: 

  • Sonoff Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus Pre-flashed with Zigbee coordinator firmware based on EZNet 6.10.3 out of box.
  • Support smart home platforms like Home Assistant, openHAB, Zigbee2MQTT and so on.
  • Based on EFR32MG21.
  • +20dBm output gain.
  • Sonoff Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus Aluminum housing effectively reduces signal interference from peripherals.
  • Optional 1.5m USB extension cable for better signal range.
  • The ZBDongle-E supports the Green Power devices, If you want to add the Hue Zigbee Green Power device, you need to switch the channel of ZBDongle-E to 11/15/20/25 at your specific application.

What You Get

Pre-flashed and ready
Ships with coordinator firmware already loaded - plug into your Home Assistant box and it shows up as a Zigbee port within seconds.
Works with everything
Home Assistant ZHA, Zigbee2MQTT, openHAB - pick whichever ecosystem you prefer. Same dongle, multiple integrations.
Strong range
+20 dBm output and EFR32MG21 chip - covers a typical Lebanese apartment with no repeater. Add Zigbee plugs as repeaters for villas or multi-floor.
Aluminum shielding
Metal housing keeps Wi-Fi and USB-3 noise away from the Zigbee radio - clean signal even when plugged into a busy NUC or Pi.
Extension cable ready
Use a 1.5 m USB extension to physically separate the dongle from the host computer - reduces interference and improves Zigbee mesh stability.

A Closer Look

Sonoff Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus

Sonoff Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus is a universal Zigbee USB stick. It can be used as a Zigbee gateway in Home Assistant, or other open-source platforms to locally control all your Zigbee devices, so you don't need to invest in different brands' Zigbee hubs, all you need is a universal gateway - Dongle Plus!

Sonoff Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus
Sonoff Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus | ZBDongle-E, detail 2

Works With

Home Assistant (ZHA + Zigbee2MQTT)
Works
openHAB
Works
Zigbee2MQTT
Works
Raspberry Pi (any model with USB)
Works
Most Zigbee 3.0 devices (Sonoff, Aqara, IKEA, Tuya, Philips Hue)
Works

Control with the eWeLink app

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What's in the Box

1× Sonoff ZBDongle-E
Quick start card

Delivery & Pickup

Standard Delivery
All Lebanon governorates, within 2–4 working days.
4 $ · Free over 50 $
Express Delivery
Faster shipping, available across all Lebanon. Your exact delivery date depends on your town - you will see it at checkout.
Check your town 6 $ flat
Pickup - Dekwaneh
Collect from the Wakilni warehouse in Dekwaneh. We send the exact address on WhatsApp when your order is ready. Weekdays 10am–5pm, Sat 10am–1pm.
3 $ · Free over 30 $

Warranty & Support

6-month Local Warranty
Covers defects in materials & workmanship. Handled here in Lebanon.
WhatsApp Support - Always On
Can't set it up? Message us. We reply within minutes, not days.
14-day Exchange - Unopened Items
The item must be unopened and in its original packaging. Exchange it for a product of equal or higher value - we do not give cash refunds. Opened items are covered by the warranty if there is a factory defect.
Free Setup Call
If you get stuck, we'll walk you through the setup on a free WhatsApp call.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will it work with my existing smart devices? ›
Yes - Zigbee 3.0 is a standard, so it works with most Zigbee devices regardless of brand: Sonoff, Aqara, IKEA Tradfri, Philips Hue bulbs (paired directly), Tuya, ThirdReality, and more. Compatibility lists are published by Zigbee2MQTT and Home Assistant ZHA.
Do I need an electrician? ›
No - it's a USB device. Plug into your Home Assistant computer, configure ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT in the software, and you're paired with Zigbee devices in minutes.
What if it breaks? Is there a warranty? ›
Yes - 6 months from delivery against factory defects, covered by Smartio. Sonoff has no manufacturer warranty in Lebanon, so this one is ours - send us your order ID and a short video and we replace it free of charge.
How does it handle power outages in Lebanon? ›
It's USB-powered, so it draws power from the host computer. The dongle is powered by the computer it is plugged into and starts working again once that computer has power. Generator power is fine.
Are the manuals available in Arabic? ›
The printed manual is in English. If you need help in Arabic, message us on WhatsApp - our team speaks Arabic.
Can I extend the range? ›
Yes - use a 1.5 m USB extension cable to move the dongle away from the computer (reduces interference). For larger homes, add Zigbee plugs or routers along the way - they act as repeaters and grow the mesh.
Difference vs the newer MG24 Plus dongle? ›
MG24 Plus adds Thread support - important if you want to use Matter-over-Thread devices alongside Zigbee. If you're pure Zigbee today and don't plan to mix Thread, ZBDongle-E is still excellent and cheaper.
Can I use it with Sonoff iHost? ›
iHost has Zigbee built in already, so you don't need the dongle for that. The dongle is for DIY Home Assistant / Linux server setups.

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