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SMLIGHT SLZB Range Comparison

Welcome to our comprehensive guide to the SMLIGHT SLZB series, designed to help you easily select the perfect Zigbee coordinator for your smart home automation needs.

Key Differences

Performance & Chipset

  • P10 models offer higher Zigbee performance for larger networks.
  • MG24 models add Matter-over-Thread support for future compatibility.

Memory (RAM)
Models labelled P7, P10, or MG24 include more memory, helping support larger systems and future updates. Smaller homes may not need the extra capacity.

Power & Connectivity

  • SLZB-06: PoE, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, USB-C (most flexible)
  • SLZB-07: USB-only (compact setups)

Matter Support
Models with M or MG24 support Matter-over-Thread.

Platform Compatibility

All SLZB coordinators and SMHUBs support:

  • Home Assistant
  • Zigbee2MQTT
  • ZHA

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SLZB-06 Series (PoE / Ethernet + USB)

Model Radio Chip Memory (RAM) Connectivity Best For
SLZB-06(U) CC2652P 2.5 MB PoE / Ethernet / USB-C / Wi-Fi Reliable Zigbee coordinator
SLZB-06M(U) EFR32MG21 2.5 MB PoE / Ethernet / USB-C / Wi-Fi Zigbee + Matter / Thread
SLZB-06P7 CC2652P7 520 KB PoE / Ethernet / USB-C / Wi-Fi Larger Zigbee networks
SLZB-06P10 CC2674P10 520 KB PoE / Ethernet / USB-C / Wi-Fi High-performance Zigbee
SLZB-06MG24(U) EFR32MG24 2.5 MB PoE / Ethernet / USB-C / Wi-Fi Large Zigbee + Matter systems

SLZB-07 Series (USB-Only)

Model Radio Chip Memory (RAM) Connectivity Best For
SLZB-07MG24 EFR32MG24 2.5 MB USB Compact Zigbee + Matter
SLZB-07P10 CC2674P10 2.5 MB USB High-performance USB coordinator

SLZB-MR Series (Multi-Radio)

Model Radios Memory (RAM) Connectivity Best For
SLZB-MR1 Zigbee + Thread 2.5 MB PoE / Ethernet / USB-C / Wi-Fi Dual-radio smart homes
SLZB-MR1U Zigbee + Thread 2.5 MB PoE / Ethernet / USB-C / Wi-Fi Same model, U hardware
SLZB-MR3(U) Zigbee + Thread 2.5 MB PoE / Ethernet / USB-C Balanced multi-radio setups
SLZB-MR4(U) Zigbee + Thread 2.5 MB PoE / Ethernet / USB Advanced installations

What (U) Means for Customers (Applies to ALL U Models)

All (U) devices include major hardware upgrades over older versions:

  • USB passthrough mode
    Add an extra radio (Z-Wave, Zigbee, Thread, etc.) and use it over Ethernet/Wi-Fi in Home Assistant
    → One device can handle multiple radio protocols
  • Much more memory
    2.5 MB RAM vs 520 KB on non-U models
    → Better performance, more devices, future-proof firmware
  • Improved Ethernet stability
    New Ethernet controller for long-term reliability
  • Hardware flow control support
    Designed for larger, busier Zigbee & Thread networks
  • Configurable Ethernet LEDs
    Useful for clean installs and rack setups
  • MRx(U) USB dual-radio mode
    When connected to a PC, both radios appear as separate USB devices
    (one cable, two radios)

SMHUB Series – All-in-One Smart Home Controllers

SMHUB Nano

  • Runs Zigbee2MQTT, MQTT, Node-RED, OpenThread, WireGuard locally 
  • Compact Linux-powered smart hub
  • Ideal for small to medium smart homes
  • No cloud dependency
  • Can expose Zigbee devices to Apple Home & Google Home via Matterbridge

SMHUB Essential

  • Flagship professional smart home hub
  • More CPU power and storage
  • Designed for installers, integrators, and advanced users
  • Runs all automation locally on the device
  • Supports add-on expansion and integrated peripherals
  • Replaces the need for a Raspberry Pi or external server

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