Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 | Connect Zigbee, Thread, or Matter Devices to Home Assistant | Official Hardware

Price: $119.99 - $65.00
(as of Jan 04,2026 06:12:15 UTC – Details)

Features:

• Optimized Antenna: Provides the best possible connection to Zigbee or Thread devices.
• More Responsive: 4× improvement in speed over the first-generation adapter, consistently improving device responsiveness.
• Pure Performance: Updated Zigbee and Thread chip (MG24) delivers top performance with rock-solid stability.
• Plug and Play: Start a new Zigbee or Thread network in minutes or seamlessly migrate your existing network with Home Assistant’s built-in wizard.
• Built to be Tinkered With: Unlocked, open source, easy to open with accessible pads and pins.
• Cut Smart Home Hub Clutter: Directly connect your existing Zigbee, Matter, or Thread devices to Home Assistant.
• Wide Compatibility: Supports ZHA, Zigbee2MQTT, and OpenThread Border Router.
• Reliable to the Core: Built by the team driving forward Home Assistant development.
• All the Power of Home Assistant: Highest Zigbee and Thread compatibility with OTA updates for major brands.

Pros:

• Great performance and rock-solid stability
• Effortless setup and migration
• Easy to tinker with
• Wide compatibility with different platforms
• Reliable and built by Home Assistant team

Cons:

• Requires a Home Assistant system to connect and control devices
• No mention of support for other smart home protocols