SONOFF Dongle Lite MG21 Zigbee/Thread USB Dongle | Dongle-LMG21

SONOFF Dongle Lite MG21 Zigbee/Thread USB Dongle | Dongle-LMG21

Name: SONOFF Dongle Lite MG21 Zigbee/Thread USB Dongle | Dongle-LMG21
Brand: SONOFF
SKU: 6920075743456
Price: 19.90 USD
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$19.90

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【Proven EFR32MG21 Chip】Trusted by millions of users, the EFR32MG21 chip ensures reliable and stable performance.
【Compact Size】65% smaller than the ZBDongle-E, making it more flexible to fit into various USB ports.
【Wide Platform Compatibility】Works seamlessly with multiple open-source platforms such as Home Assistant, Zigbee2MQTT and openHAB to meet diverse user needs.
【Easy Firmware Flashing】Supports firmware flashing via the SONOFF Dongle Flasher tool, allowing you to switch between different operating modes effortlessly.
【Includes USB Extension Cable】Enables flexible placement and minimizes electromagnetic interference from USB 3.0 ports.

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SONOFF Dongle Lite MG21 Zigbee/Thread USB Dongle | Dongle-LMG21

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Ultrasonic-Welded Compact Design

Dongle Lite MG21 features a compact and streamlined design, allowing flexible installation on different USB ports.

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标题与正文样式示例

Step into Open-Source Platforms

Dongle Lite MG21 can serve as a Zigbee coordinator for mainstream open-source platforms such as Home Assistant and Zigbee2MQTT. Plug and play, easy to add devices from different brands and types

Cost-Effective,
Popular Choice

Trusted by Millions of Users

Powered by EFR32MG21

Chosen by Millions, Stable Performance with Low Power Consumption, Fully Unlocking Hardware Potential

Highly Praised Design

Adjustable Antenna

Hidden shaft design with adjustable angles, reaching up to 140m stable coverage in open spaces

Included and No Extra Cost

USB Extension Cable

Comes with a 0.5m extension cable, minimizing electromagnetic interference for a smoother, more reliable experience

Flexible Flashing
for Various Roles

Dongle Lite MG21 supports flashing multiple firmware, allowing flexible use according to your needs.

Pre-installed firmware, using the EmberZNet protocol stack, supports adding multiple Zigbee devices

Functions as a Zigbee network router to strengthen connections and improve the stability of your home’s Zigbee devices.

Runs the OpenThread protocol stack and works with a Thread Border Router, supporting the connection and control of Matter (Matter over Thread) devices.

With Zigbee and OpenThread 2-in-1 integration, a single dongle lets you connect and manage both Zigbee and Thread devices at the same time.

Flexible Flashing for Various Roles

Dongle Lite MG21 supports flashing multiple firmware, allowing flexible use according to your needs.

Web tool

https://dongle.sonoff.tech/sonoff-dongle-flasher/

Add-on

https://github.com/iHost-Open-Source-Project/hassio-ihost-addon/tree/master/hassio-ihost-sonoff-dongle-flasher

Dedicated Tutorial Website

Access our specialized tutorial site anytime to learn how to use the device or troubleshoot issues with ease.

Web tool

https://dongle.sonoff.tech/

Flexible Flashing for Various Roles

Dongle Lite MG21 supports flashing multiple firmware, allowing flexible use according to your needs.

Web tool

https://dongle.sonoff.tech/sonoff-dongle-flasher/

Add-on

https://github.com/iHost-Open-Source-Project/hassio-ihost-addon/tree/master/hassio-ihost-sonoff-dongle-flasher

Dedicated Tutorial Website

Access our specialized tutorial site anytime to learn how to use the device or troubleshoot issues with ease.

Web tool

https://dongle.sonoff.tech/

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Specs & User Manual

SONOFF Dongle Lite MG21 is a compact Zigbee USB coordinator powered by the stable EFR32MG21 chip. It works with Home Assistant, openHAB, and Zigbee2MQTT for local control of all Zigbee devices. The small size fits various USB ports or can be flexibly placed using the included extension cable. It also supports firmware flashing via the Dongle Flasher tool to switch between different open-source platform roles.

User Manual (PDF)

Model

Dongle-LMG21

Input

5V⎓500mA

Zigbee

IEEE 802.15.4

Working Temperature

-10℃~60℃

Casing materials

Aluminum, PC+ABS

FAQ

1. What is the function of the USB extension cable?

The Dongle Lite MG21 package includes a 0.5m USB extension cable. It helps the Dongle connect to USB ports in different positions more easily and reduces interference.

2. How to check the firmware of SONOFF Dongle Lite MG21 and flash the firmware？

You can use the official Sonoff Dongle Flasher web tool to check for the latest firmware and flash your device.

3. How to flash Dongle Lite MG21 as Router?

Dongle Lite MG21 is pre-installed with coordinator firmware, which can only be used to add sub-devices and cannot be added by other gateways (the Zigbee protocol stipulates that there can only be one gateway in each Zigbee network).
If you need to expand the Zigbee signal range, you can flash the router firmware using the SONOFF Dongle Flasher web tool, Dongle Lite MG21 running routing firmware will disguise itself as a light bulb.

4. Can I run 2 Dongles with ZHA simultaneously?

No. Users can only add one ZHA integration to Home Assistant (but HA can connect to multiple deCONZ or Zigbee2MQTT instances).

5. Can I run Zigbee2MQTT and ZHA together on the same Dongle Lite MG21?

No. Z2M and ZHA are the same protocol (Zigbee). You can run one or the other, or buy a second dongle and run both on separate dongles.

6. Can I run 2 Dongles with ZHA and Zigbee2MQTT on the same machine together?

Yeah, you can run two dongles at the same time. One in ZHA, the other one in Z2M, as long as you can uniquely identify them on the USB ports and keep separate Zigbee channels, ZHA defaults to 15, Z2M defaults to 11.

7. What is the difference between Dongle Lite MG21 and ZBDongle-E?

Dongle Lite MG21 uses the same EFR32MG21 chip as ZBDongle-E but features a more compact design, allowing flexible installation in various USB ports.

8. What is the difference between Dongle Lite MG21 and ZBDongle-P?

In addition to the difference in appearance, Dongle Lite MG21 and ZBDongle-Pare the chip and the supported platform.
Dongle Lite MG21 uses EFR32MG21 while ZBdongle-P uses CC2652P, and Dongle Lite MG21 supports openHAB but ZBDongle-P doesn't support it yet.

9. Devices supported by SONOFF Zigbee Dongle Plus?

SONOFF Dongle Lite MG21 works great with most Zigbee devices, including popular brands like Sonoff, Aqara, Philips Hue, Huawei, IKEA, Tuya, and many more, mainly depending on the home automation platform on which the user uses Dongle Plus:

ZHA: https://www.home-assistant.io/integrations/zha
Zigbee2MQTT: https://www.zigbee2mqtt.io/guide/supported-hardware.html
ioBroker: https://github.com/Jey-Cee/ioBroker.deconz
Domoticz: https://github.com/Smanar/Domoticz-deCONZ
OpenHAB: https://www.openhab.org/addons/bindings/deconz/
Jeedom: https://compatibility.jeedom.com/index.php?v=d&p=home&protocol=Zigbee

In addition to check the supported devices through the official platform, you also can view Blakadder compatibility lists which provides an extensive overview of the devices supported by different platforms.

SONOFF Dongle Lite MG21 Zigbee/Thread USB Dongle | Dongle-LMG21

Ultrasonic-Welded Compact Design

Step into Open-Source Platforms