SONOFF MG21 Zigbee USB Dongle with EFR32MG21 Chip – Small, Powerful and Ready for Matter
Dongle Lite MG21
The SONOFF Dongle Lite MG21 is a compact, high-performance USB Zigbee coordinator , powered by the proven Silicon Labs EFR32MG21 chip , trusted by millions of users for its stability, efficiency, and reliability . Designed to easily integrate with leading open-source platforms like Home Assistant , Zigbee2MQTT , and openHAB , it allows you to locally and securely control all your Zigbee devices , without relying on cloud servers. Thanks to its compact design , the MG21 Dongle is 65% smaller than the ZBDongle-E model, making it ideal for use with Raspberry Pi, NAS, and mini PCs . The included USB extension cable offers more placement flexibility and reduces electromagnetic interference from USB 3.0 ports, ensuring a more stable and smooth connection. The MG21 Dongle Lite also supports firmware flashing , allowing you to easily switch between different roles and configurations—such as Zigbee coordinator , network router , Thread RCP , or MultiPAN mode for jointly managing Zigbee and Thread devices. With its proven reliability , open-source versatility , and ongoing support from the Sonoff community , the MG21 Dongle Lite is the perfect solution for anyone looking to build a local, stable, and fully customizable smart home.
💎 Proven EFR32MG21 Chip: Stable performance, low power consumption and long life thanks to the Silicon Labs EFR32MG21 chip, chosen by millions of users.
📏 Ultra Compact Design: 65% smaller than ZBDongle-E, ideal for PCs, NAS, Raspberry Pi and smart home hubs.
🌐 Wide Compatibility: Works perfectly with Home Assistant, Zigbee2MQTT, openHAB and other open-source platforms.
⚙️ Easy Firmware Flashing: Support SONOFF Dongle Flasher Tool to update or change firmware with one click, without complex software.
🔁 Multi-Firmware and Roles: Choose between Zigbee Coordinator, Router, Thread RCP and MultiPAN modes for maximum flexibility of use.
📶 Adjustable Antenna: Stable coverage up to 140 meters in open spaces with low-profile design and high RF performance.
🔌 USB Extension Cable Included: Improves signal reception and reduces electromagnetic interference of USB 3.0.
🧠 Plug & Play: Instant installation, compatible with Linux, Windows, macOS systems and NAS servers without additional drivers.
Reliable Performance, Compact Design and Maximum Compatibility
The Sonoff MG21 Zigbee USB Dongle combines power and versatility in a compact body, up to 65% smaller than the ZBDongle-E model. Equipped with the EFR32MG21 chip , it guarantees stable connections, low latency and reduced consumption for a flawless smart home experience. CE and FCC certified, it ensures quality and reliability over time. With the dedicated Web Flasher , you can easily update the firmware from a browser, while multi-firmware support (Zigbee2MQTT, ZHA, Matter) offers full freedom of integration with Home Assistant , eWeLink and other ecosystems. The Sonoff MG21 Dongle is the ideal solution for creating a complete, stable Zigbee/Thread Matter Hub ready to manage every smart device in your home.
Compact Design and Ultra-Sturdy Structure
The Sonoff MG21 Zigbee USB Dongle adopts a slim, ultrasonically welded design , ensuring a solid, durable, and screwless structure. Its small size and streamlined shape allow for flexible installation on any USB port, even in limited spaces or configurations with Raspberry Pi, NAS, and mini PCs. At just 133mm long and with an 18.5mm profile, the MG21 Dongle integrates seamlessly into any environment, offering maximum performance in a compact, modern body.
Step into Open-Source Platforms
The Sonoff MG21 Zigbee USB Dongle works as a powerful Zigbee coordinator for major open-source platforms, including Home Assistant , Zigbee2MQTT , openHAB , andioBroker . Thanks to Plug & Play technology, you can easily add and control devices from different brands and Zigbee, Thread, and Matter protocols. The Sonoff MG21 Dongle integrates seamlessly with the full range of SONOFF Smart Home devices—such as switches, motion sensors, smart plugs, and WiFi relays—allowing you to manage your entire smart home from a single centralized platform.
High Performance EFR32MG21 Chip
Reliable and proven, the EFR32MG21 chip offers stable performance, low power consumption and flawless Zigbee/Thread connectivity, ensuring efficiency and long-lasting durability.
Adjustable Antenna
Equipped with a steerable antenna with integrated design and hidden mast, the MG21 Dongle ensures coverage of up to 140 meters in open spaces, for stable and uninterrupted connections.
USB Extension Cable
Comes with a 0.5m USB extension cable, it reduces electromagnetic interference and optimizes signal reception, improving connection stability and reliability.
Flexible Firmware for Every Home Automation Scenario
The Sonoff MG21 Zigbee USB Dongle supports multiple firmware versions, adapting to your smart home needs. It can act as a Zigbee coordinator to manage multiple devices, as a Zigbee router to extend the network and improve its stability, or as a Thread RCP to connect Matter- compatible devices. Thanks to MultiPAN mode, it combines Zigbee and Thread into a single solution, allowing you to connect and control multiple protocols simultaneously with a single dongle.
Dongle Lite MG21 supports flashing multiple firmwares, allowing flexible use according to your needs.
The Dongle Lite MG21 package includes a 0.5m USB extension cable. This makes it easier for the dongle to connect to USB ports in different locations and reduces interference.
The MG21 Dongle Lite comes pre-installed with coordinator firmware, which can only be used to add subdevices 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 range of your Zigbee signal, you can flash the router firmware using the Sonoff Dongle Flasher web tool. The MG21 Dongle Lite with routing firmware will disguise itself as a light bulb.
Yes, you can use two dongles simultaneously. One in ZHA, the other in Z2M, as long as you can uniquely identify them on the USB ports and maintain separate Zigbee channels. ZHA defaults to 15, Z2M defaults to 11.
Orders confirmed by 3:30 PM on weekdays (Monday-Friday) are processed and shipped the same day. Orders placed after 3:30 PM or on weekends or public holidays will be processed on the next working day.
Besides the difference in appearance, the Dongle Lite MG21 and ZBDongle-P differ in their chipset and supported platform. The Dongle Lite MG21 uses the EFR32MG21 while the ZBDongle-P uses the CC2652P. The Dongle Lite MG21 supports openHAB, but the ZBDongle-P doesn't yet.
Sonoff-Dongle-LMG21
Data sheet
Alimentazione
5V
Material
Aluminum, ABS, Acrylic
Working temperature
da -10 a 60
Working humidity
5% - 95% non-condensing
Mobile application
eWeLink
Dimensions
90x43x18mm
Communication Protocol
Matter
Threads
Zigbee 3.0
Antenna
Integrated
mcu
EFR32MG21
Zigbee protocol
IEEE 802.15.4 (Zigbee 3.0)
Supported Platforms
Home Assistant, Zigbee2MQTT, openHAB, ioBroker, Domoticz, Node-RED, Docker, Raspberry Pi OS