SONOFF Dongle Max Zigbee/Thread PoE Dongle – Dongle-M | Zigbee 3.0 Coordinator, Thread Support, PoE, Ethernet, Wi-Fi & USB, Home Assistant Gateway.
Overview:
• SONOFF Dongle Max Dongle-M is a high-performance Zigbee / Thread PoE Dongle designed to work as a smart home gateway for Home Assistant, Zigbee2MQTT, and other open-source smart home platforms.
• It is based on EFR32MG24 + ESP32D0WDR2, giving stronger performance and flexible connectivity for professional smart home installations.
• The dongle supports multiple connection methods including PoE Ethernet, USB-C, and Wi-Fi, making installation easier in racks, network cabinets, villas, offices, and smart home projects.
• It can be used as a Zigbee Coordinator for building a stable Zigbee network, and it also supports Thread / OpenThread for future-ready smart home ecosystems.
• With dual external antennas, web-based management, and flexible network modes, Dongle-M is suitable for advanced automation systems that need better coverage, stability, and integration with local smart home platforms.
Key Features:
• Zigbee 3.0 gateway / coordinator for Home Assistant and Zigbee2MQTT.
• Thread / OpenThread support for modern smart home ecosystems.
• PoE Ethernet support for stable wired network and power through one cable.
• USB-C connection for direct connection and power.
• Wi-Fi connectivity for flexible installation.
• Built on EFR32MG24 + ESP32D0WDR2 chipsets for high-performance operation.
• Dual external antennas for better wireless signal coverage.
• Supports USB / TCP connection modes for different integration scenarios.
• Web UI management for configuration and firmware updates.
• Suitable for Home Assistant, Zigbee2MQTT, and open-source smart home platforms.
• Professional solution for racks, smart villas, offices, showrooms, and advanced automation projects.
Technical Specifications:
• Brand: SONOFF.
• Model Name: Dongle-M.
• Product Type: Zigbee / Thread PoE Dongle.
• Main Chipsets: EFR32MG24 + ESP32D0WDR2.
• Zigbee Protocol: Zigbee 3.0.
• Thread Support: Supported / OpenThread capable.
• Matter Ecosystem: Thread / Matter-ready ecosystem support through compatible platforms.
• Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi 2.4GHz.
• Wired Connectivity: RJ45 Ethernet with PoE support.
• USB Interface: USB Type-C.
• Connection Modes: Ethernet / Wi-Fi / USB / TCP.
• Antenna: Dual external antennas.
• Power Supply: PoE or USB-C power.
• Platform Support: Home Assistant, Zigbee2MQTT, ZHA, and compatible open-source smart home systems.
• Management: Web UI / firmware update support.
• Installation Type: Desktop / rack-side / indoor smart gateway dongle.
• Application: Zigbee coordinator, Thread dongle, smart home gateway.
Applications:
• Home Assistant smart home integration.
• Zigbee2MQTT smart device network.
• Zigbee coordinator for smart home devices.
• Thread / OpenThread smart home testing and integration.
• Villa and apartment automation.
• Office and showroom automation.
• Smart rack and network cabinet installations.
• Local smart home systems requiring wired PoE stability.
• Professional automation projects needing flexible gateway placement.
Connect Gates Recommendation:
• Recommended for advanced smart home projects that need a powerful Zigbee / Thread gateway with PoE, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, USB-C, dual antennas, and strong compatibility with Home Assistant and Zigbee2MQTT.