{"product_id":"sonoff-dongle-max-dongle-m-zigbee-poe-gateway","title":"SONOFF Dongle Max – Zigbee \u0026 Thread PoE Gateway for Home Assistant","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The Zigbee Gateway Without Compromises\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n   \u003cp\u003eForget USB drives and extension cables. The \u003cstrong\u003eSONOFF Dongle Max\u003c\/strong\u003e (Dongle-M) is SONOFF's most complete Zigbee coordinator – a full-fledged network gateway that connects to your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/slimhuisje.nl\/collections\/home-assistant\"\u003eHome Assistant\u003c\/a\u003e server via \u003cstrong\u003eEthernet, Wi-Fi, or USB\u003c\/strong\u003e . Thanks to \u003cstrong\u003ePower over Ethernet (PoE, 48V\/0.25A),\u003c\/strong\u003e a single network cable is sufficient for both power and data. No USB port required, no interference, no hassle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Under the hood, a dual-chip combination operates: the \u003cstrong\u003eSilicon Labs EFR32MG24\u003c\/strong\u003e for Zigbee and Thread, and an \u003cstrong\u003eESP32-D0WDR2-V3\u003c\/strong\u003e responsible for Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and USB communication. The built-in \u003cstrong\u003eweb dashboard\u003c\/strong\u003e lets you manage firmware, switch operating modes, and configure webhooks, MQTT, and VPN—all from your browser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n   \u003cp\u003e💡 \u003cstrong\u003eWant to compare within the SONOFF dongle family?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Dongle Max is the top version for users who want a fixed network location or don't want to use a USB port. Looking for a compact USB drive? Then check out the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/slimhuisje.nl\/products\/sonoff-dongle-plus-mg24-zigbee-thread\"\u003eDongle Plus MG24\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/slimhuisje.nl\/products\/sonoff-zigbee-dongle-e\"\u003eZBDongle-E\u003c\/a\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e ✅ Key Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eEFR32MG24 + ESP32 dual-chip\u003c\/strong\u003e – EFR32MG24 for Zigbee\/Thread, ESP32 for network communication; 256 KB RAM and 1536 KB Flash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e3 connection options\u003c\/strong\u003e – Ethernet (RJ45), WiFi 2.4GHz and USB Type-C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003ePower over Ethernet (PoE)\u003c\/strong\u003e – One network cable for power and data (802.3af, 48V\/0.25A)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eNo USB 3.0 interference\u003c\/strong\u003e – Via Ethernet or WiFi the coordinator is completely isolated from the computer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \n\u003cstrong\u003e200-meter range\u003c\/strong\u003e – Zigbee antenna with 5 dBi gain and +20 dBm transmit power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eDual external SMA antennas\u003c\/strong\u003e – Separate antenna for WiFi and Zigbee, both included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eWeb Dashboard\u003c\/strong\u003e – Configure firmware, operating mode, Webhooks, MQTT, and VPN via browser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eOTA firmware updates\u003c\/strong\u003e – Wireless updates via the web dashboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003ePlug-and-play with Home Assistant\u003c\/strong\u003e – Auto-discovery via Ethernet or WiFi; directly with ZHA and Zigbee2MQTT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eThread Border Router\u003c\/strong\u003e – Flashed as OpenThread RCP connects Matter over Thread devices to Home Assistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eAluminum housing\u003c\/strong\u003e – Includes mounting bracket, double-sided tape and screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e 🔀 Connection modes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003e Mode\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003e Connection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003e Power supply\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003e Ideal for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEthernet + PoE\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e RJ45 to switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Via PoE switch (48V\/0.25A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Fixed installation, maximum stability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEthernet + USB-C\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e RJ45 + USB-C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Via USB adapter (5V\/1A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Without PoE switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWiFi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Wireless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Via USB-C (5V\/1A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Flexible installation without cables\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUSB\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e USB Type-C to server\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Via USB port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Plug and play as a USB stick\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e 🔌 Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003e Platform\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003e Support\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/slimhuisje.nl\/collections\/home-assistant\"\u003eHome Assistant\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e ✅ ZHA + Zigbee2MQTT via Ethernet\/WiFi\/USB (auto-discovery)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eZigbee2MQTT\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e ✅ Officially supported via TCP\/USB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eopenHAB\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e ✅ Supported\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eioBroker\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e ✅ Supported\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHomey \/ Homey Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e ❌ Not compatible – Homey has built-in Zigbee radio and does not support third-party coordinators\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e 📊 The Complete SONOFF Dongle Family\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003e Characteristic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/slimhuisje.nl\/products\/sonoff-dongle-lite-mg21\"\u003eDongle Lite MG21\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/slimhuisje.nl\/products\/sonoff-zigbee-dongle-e\"\u003eZBDongle-E\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n         \u003cth\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/slimhuisje.nl\/products\/sonoff-dongle-plus-mg24-zigbee-thread\"\u003eDongle Plus MG24\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003e Dongle Max\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eChip\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e EFR32MG21\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e EFR32MG21\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e EFR32MG24\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e EFR32MG24 + ESP32\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eConnection\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e USB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e USB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e USB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e USB + Ethernet + WiFi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePoE\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e ❌\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e ❌\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e ❌\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e ✅\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eReach\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e 140m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e 90m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e 200m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e 200m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThread \/ Matter\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e ✅ Via firmware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e ✅ Via firmware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e ✅ Native\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e ✅ Native\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWeb dashboard\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e ❌\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e ❌\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e ❌\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e ✅\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Entry-level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Zigbee-only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e USB + Thread\/Matter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Network installation, PoE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePrice\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e ⬇️ Lowest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Middle-low\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Mid-high\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e ⬆️ Highest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e 🏠 Practical Example: PoE Coordinator at Optimal Location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Connect the Dongle Max to your PoE switch using an RJ45 cable – one cable for power and data.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/slimhuisje.nl\/collections\/home-assistant\"\u003eHome Assistant\u003c\/a\u003e automatically detects the Dongle Max via the network.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n     \u003cli\u003eSelect Zigbee2MQTT or ZHA and set the TCP address – the coordinator will work immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Using the web dashboard, you can check firmware, switch between Zigbee and Thread, and configure MQTT.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e The Dongle Max sits at the heart of your home, completely free from USB 3.0 interference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e ⚙️ Technical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003e Specification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003e Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Dongle-M\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEAN\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e 6920075743227\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e 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\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e 5% – 95% RH (non-condensing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIncluded\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e 2x SMA antenna, mounting bracket, double-sided tape, screws, 1m USB-C cable, quick guide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e ⚠️ Points of attention\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eThread over Ethernet has limitations\u003c\/strong\u003e – the RCP protocol requires a direct hardware connection; Ethernet latency can cause Thread instability. For reliable Thread, use the Dongle Max over USB.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eNo dual-SoC for simultaneous Zigbee + Thread\u003c\/strong\u003e – Choose between Zigbee or Thread; MultiPAN is technically possible but not recommended by the Home Assistant team\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003ePoE switch required for PoE power\u003c\/strong\u003e – Without a PoE switch, use USB-C (5V\/1A) for power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \n\u003cstrong\u003eWiFi only 2.4GHz\u003c\/strong\u003e – 5GHz networks are not supported\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eOne coordinator per network\u003c\/strong\u003e – A Zigbee network always needs exactly one coordinator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e ❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdl\u003e\n\n\u003cdt\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes the Dongle Max different from the Dongle Plus MG24?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\n\u003cdd\u003e The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/slimhuisje.nl\/products\/sonoff-dongle-plus-mg24-zigbee-thread\"\u003eDongle Plus MG24\u003c\/a\u003e is a classic USB dongle. The Dongle Max adds Ethernet, PoE, and Wi-Fi, allowing you to place it separately from your Home Assistant server, powered by a single network cable via PoE.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdt\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a PoE switch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\n\u003cdd\u003e Not required. You can also power the Dongle Max via USB-C (5V\/1A) and connect it via Wi-Fi or Ethernet without PoE. PoE is an optional extra for installations with a compatible network switch.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdt\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCan I run Zigbee and Thread simultaneously?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\n     \u003cdd\u003eThe Dongle Max has a single radio chip and cannot run both ZigBee and Thread simultaneously in a stable configuration. MultiPAN is technically possible but not recommended. For simultaneous ZigBee and Thread, use two separate devices.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdt\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy is Thread over Ethernet less stable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\n\u003cdd\u003e The Thread RCP protocol is designed for direct hardware connections. Timing delays over Ethernet can destabilize Thread connections. Thread is stable over USB.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdt\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Dongle Max work completely locally with Home Assistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\n\u003cdd\u003e Yes. The Dongle Max connects directly to your local network and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/slimhuisje.nl\/collections\/home-assistant\"\u003eHome Assistant\u003c\/a\u003e via Ethernet or WiFi. 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