Aeotec Z-Stick 10 Pro Z-Wave Zigbee

Main features

• Dual-protocol support: Combines Z-Wave 800-series/Long-Range and Zigbee 3.0 in a single USB controller, letting you manage devices across both ecosystems seamlessly.

• Local operation, cloud-free: All device control and automation take place locally on your network, which means faster response times, improved reliability and enhanced privacy.

• Broad compatibility: Works with Windows, Linux, macOS, Raspberry Pi and a wide range of home-automation platforms. The device supports open-source tools and homegrown gateways.

• Compact and unobtrusive design: Measuring 49 × 17 × 7 mm, the dongle occupies minimal space and leaves neighbouring USB ports accessible — ideal for embedded gateways or compact installations.

• High performance radio hardware: Powered by Silicon Labs chipsets (EFR32ZG23 for Z-Wave and EFR32MG21 for Zigbee), the Z-Stick 10 Pro delivers strong signal range and improved RF sensitivity for dense or challenging environments.

• Advanced Z-Wave features: Fully supports Z-Wave Plus/Gen8, SmartStart pairing, S2 native security and Long-Range operation, enabling extended reach and secure installations.

• Zigbee excellence: Operates on the 2.4 GHz band with +20 dBm transmit power and approx. -99 dBm sensitivity, enabling robust Zigbee mesh deployments.

• Plug-and-play USB: Powered via USB (4.75 V-5.25 V), no external power supply required, making it simple to integrate into micro-PC or gateway hardware.

• Future-ready firmware: The unit supports firmware upgrades and developer features, suited for integrators and advanced users who want to customise or expand their smart-home architecture.