Sonoff Dongle Max is a high-performance Zigbee and Thread gateway that is particularly suitable for using open-source platforms such as Home Assistant or Zigbee2MQTT. The special feature of the device is that it can be connected via Ethernet (PoE), Wi-Fi and USB, ensuring maximum flexibility and stability during installation. The PoE option can be especially useful in environments where there is no other power supply option, but at the same time they want reliable operation.

The combination of the internal hardware - the ESP32D0 microcontroller and the EFR32MG24 radio chip - enables the simultaneous support of Zigbee and Thread protocols, as well as the performance and stability required to run MultiPAN firmwares. Through a built-in web interface (available under the mDNS domain name), Dongle Max provides the opportunity to change firmware, switch between operating modes (e.g. coordinator, router or RCP mode), and supports the use of Webhooks, MQTT, VPN and Turbo mode with one click.

Its construction is robust: its metal-based housing and its design equipped with two separate antennas provide full 360° coverage. In addition to the 24-hour salt spray test, the product's long-term reliability is guaranteed by CE, FCC and RoHS certifications. Together, these features make Dongle Max ideal for both advanced DIY smart home systems and professional environments.

Main product features

- Chipset and architecture ESP32D0 microcontroller with Ethernet and Wi‑Fi support and EFR32MG24 radio chip for Zigbee/Thread dual‑protocol operation
- Connection options Ethernet (PoE), Wi‑Fi (2.4GHz) and USB (USB‑C port, 5V/1A)
- Web interface available under mDNS domain name for webconsole firmware change, settings, logging
- Turbo mode one-click boosted radio signal strength
- Robust external metal-based housing + two external, replaceable antennas (Wi‑Fi and Zigbee/Thread separately) ensure wide coverage; CE, FCC, RoHS certificates

Smart home protocols and platform compatibility

- Protocol support Zigbee and Thread support within a device; With MultiPAN firmwares, both can be used at the same time
- Can be integrated into different platforms through webhooks and MQTT support
- Primarily for open-source systems: Home Assistant, Zigbee2MQTT, openHAB, etc.; VPN support helps secure remote access
- Voice control indirectly via the platform (e.g. Home Assistant Alexa/Google/Siri integration)

Smart functions

- Firmware change on the web firmware update or mode change (coord/router/RCP) on the web interface, without physical intervention
- Web monitoring logging, status information, troubleshooting simply from a browser
- MQTT and Webhook integration automations and notifications can be easily set
- VPN support allows secure remote access
- Turbo Signal Boost one-click signal boost for increased coverage
- Thanks to its powerful hardware for scalable operation, it adapts well to larger networks and expandable structures

Technical specifications

- Model: Dongle-M
- Chipset: Texas Instruments CC2652P + ESP32
- Power supply: 5V⎓1A via Type-C connector or 48V⎓0.25A via PoE port
- Wireless connections: Zigbee 3.0, Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz
- Operating temperature: -10℃ ~ 60℃
- Cover material: Aluminum, PC+ABS
- USB interface: Type-C
- Network connector type: RJ45
- Color: Dark gray

Description:

- Manufacturer: Sonoff
- Article number: SON-KIE-DMAXM-ZB
- Factory article number: Dongle-M
- Bar code: 6920075743227
- Communication protocols: Thread, Wi-Fi, Zigbee
- Color: Grey

Installation / operation

- Plug&Play installation: Yes
- Operating power supply: 5V DC USB-C
- Operating ambient temperature: 10°C-40°C
- Operating ambient humidity: 5%-95% RH
- IP protection: IP20

Supported protocols

- Ethernet / wired network (RJ-45): Yes
- Wi-Fi: Yes: 802.11 b/g/n (2.4GHz)
- Zigbee: Yes: Zigbee gateway
- Z-Wave: No
- Thread: Yes
- RF / radio control: No
- Bluetooth: No

Remote control, smart control

- Cloud mode: No
- Local network mode: Yes
- Matter standard compatible: Yes
- MQTT: Zigbee2MQTT

Smart functions

- Notification functions: Yes
- History / Event log: Yes

Other

- Dimensions: 16.0 × 2.0 × 17.5 cm