Aeotec Z-Stick 10 Pro – Z-Wave and Zigbee USB adapter (ZWA060)

The Aeotec Z-Stick 10 Pro is an advanced USB smart home adapter that combines both Z-Wave 800 and Zigbee 3.0 protocols in a single device. It enables you to build your own smart home hub using open-source platforms such as Home Assistant.   About the Aeotec Brand Aeotec is a Germany-based smart home development company offering a wide range of high-quality products using Z-Wave and Zigbee protocols. Their products are compatible with numerous open-source platforms such as Home Assistant, OpenHAB, and also the Samsung SmartThings platform.   Main Product Features 2-in-1 Smart Home Adapter: Supports both Z-Wave 800 and Zigbee 3.0 protocols, allowing easy integration and control of various smart devices with a single adapter. Local control, cloud-free operation: Device control works without internet connection – faster response time, greater reliability, and enhanced data security. Compact design: The slim adapter takes up minimal space and fits easily alongside other USB devices. Wide compatibility: Compatible with Home Assistant, Zigbee2MQTT, OpenHAB, and other open-source platforms. Compatible with Raspberry Pi, Windows, and Linux Advanced technology: Equipped with the latest Silicon Labs technology, ensuring excellent performance and reliable connectivity.   Smart Home Protocols and Platform Compatibility Z-Wave chip: EFR32ZG23 Zigbee chip: EFR32MG21 Supported protocols: Z-Wave 800 (Z-Wave Plus, Z-Wave Long Range), Zigbee 3.0 Z-Wave 800: The new generation in smart home automation! The new Z-Wave 800 chip (EFR32ZG23) offers extended range, energy efficiency, and enhanced security – ideal for modern home automation solutions. Up to 100 meters indoor wireless range and improved network stability provide reliable communication between your smart home devices. High-efficiency communication via the EFR32ZG23 SoC (Silicon Labs) chip Frequency band: 868.4 MHz (Europe) Data transfer rate: up to 100 kbit/s Advanced AES-128 encryption for maximum security Optimized power consumption for extended battery life in sensors Enhanced network capacity: supports up to 4,000 devices in LR networks Backward compatibility with existing Z-Wave devices (Z-Wave Plus and newer) Z-Wave Long Range (LR): Greater range and more flexibility! With Z-Wave Long Range (LR) technology, the wireless range increases significantly:Up to 1.5 km wireless range – ideal for large buildings or outdoor areas No mesh network required – direct point-to-point communication with the central unit Supports up to 4,000 devices per network (compared to the classic Z-Wave limit of 232) Lower power consumption – perfect for battery-powered sensors Local remote control: Direct control via USB connection Factory platform: No specific factory platform; compatible with open-source systems Cloud platform integrations: Not required; local control is supported Third-party platform compatibility: Home Assistant, Zigbee2MQTT, OpenHAB Integration options: Z-Wave Serial API, EZSP (Zigbee) Compatibility with other systems: Compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS, as well as Raspberry Pi 3 and newer versions   Smart Features Device integration: Allows the addition and management of Z-Wave and Zigbee devices Automation: Supports creation of automation rules via compatible platforms Local control: Works without internet, ensuring fast and reliable operation Secure operation: Supports Z-Wave S2 security protocol   Other Specifications Dimensions: 49 x 17 x 7 mm Operating temperature: 0°C – 40°C Operating humidity: 8% – 80% Range: Z-Wave: up to 150 m outdoors, Zigbee: up to 200 m in open space