{"product_id":"sonoff-zbbridge-u","title":"SONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra ZBBridge-U","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBring Zigbee Devices into Your Matter Smart Home\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the SONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra ZBBridge-U\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a high-performance Zigbee 3.0 smart home hub and Matter bridge designed to connect Zigbee devices with modern smart home ecosystems. It supports up to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e256 Zigbee sub-devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, provides both Ethernet and 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi connectivity, and can bridge supported devices into Matter platforms such as Apple Home, Amazon Alexa and Google Home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowered by an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEFR32MG21 Zigbee chipset\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, 1.5 GHz dual-core processor, 1 GB DDR4 RAM and 8 GB eMMC storage, the Zigbee Bridge Ultra is built to handle larger smart home installations and local automations. It also integrates with Home Assistant, supports third-party Zigbee devices from its compatibility list, and provides local security features including audible alarms, push notifications and configurable defense modes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Takeaways\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee 3.0 smart home hub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter Bridge functionality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports up to 256 Zigbee sub-devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEFR32MG21 Zigbee chipset\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5 GHz dual-core processor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 GB DDR4 RAM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 GB eMMC storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEthernet RJ45 connectivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.4 GHz Wi-Fi connectivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApple Home support through Matter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmazon Alexa support through Matter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGoogle Home support through Matter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant integration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports selected third-party Zigbee devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 200 m Zigbee range in open environments with Turbo Mode\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal smart home security features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne Bridge for Zigbee and Matter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe SONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra is designed to solve one of the biggest challenges in a modern smart home: getting devices from different ecosystems to work together.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt acts as both a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee 3.0 gateway and Matter bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Compatible Zigbee devices connected to the bridge can be exposed to Matter platforms, allowing supported accessories to appear alongside other smart home products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSONOFF also supports syncing compatible devices from eWeLink and Home Assistant into Matter ecosystems when the required devices are on the same local network.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes the ZBBridge-U particularly useful for households combining:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee sensors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmart switches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmart plugs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotion sensors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature sensors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoor and window sensors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmart lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApple Home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmazon Alexa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGoogle Home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose the SONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter Bridge Integration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the most important features of the ZBBridge-U is its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter Bridge functionality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupported devices can be synchronized into compatible Matter ecosystems, reducing the need to manage every device through a separate platform.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSONOFF currently supports bridging compatible devices into platforms including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApple Home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmazon Alexa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGoogle Home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther compatible Matter ecosystems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Zigbee Bridge Ultra and the Matter hub must be connected to the same local network for Matter integration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring SONOFF Devices into Apple Home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApple Home users can use the Matter functionality of the Zigbee Bridge Ultra to integrate supported SONOFF devices into Apple Home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce configured, compatible devices can be accessed from Apple devices and included in Apple Home automations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA compatible \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter hub such as a HomePod or Apple TV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is required for this integration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowerful EFR32MG21 Zigbee Hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ZBBridge-U uses the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEFR32MG21\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a chipset designed for Zigbee 3.0 communication.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSONOFF pairs the Zigbee radio with considerably more processing hardware than a basic Zigbee gateway:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5 GHz dual-core CPU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 GB DDR4 RAM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 GB eMMC storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis hardware provides the processing resources required for device management, automations, Matter bridging and other smart home functions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect Up to 256 Zigbee Devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe SONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra supports up to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e256 Zigbee sub-devices in total\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, including both routers and end devices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSONOFF specifies that up to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32 end devices can be connected directly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while additional devices can communicate through Zigbee router devices within the mesh network.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes the bridge suitable for larger smart homes containing combinations of:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotion sensors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoor sensors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature sensors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmart plugs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmart switches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eButtons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther supported Zigbee accessories\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA well-designed Zigbee mesh with powered router devices can help improve coverage and reliability as the network grows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 200 m Zigbee Range with Turbo Mode\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSONOFF specifies a Zigbee communication distance of up to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 meters in open outdoor environments at default power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith the enhanced wall-penetration or Turbo Mode enabled, the advertised open-environment distance increases to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eup to 200 meters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActual indoor performance will be considerably different because Zigbee signals are affected by:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFloors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal objects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilding materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWireless interference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHub placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee router placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSONOFF estimates practical indoor communication at around 10 meters through walls, depending on the environment, and recommends adding Zigbee router devices when communication is unstable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEthernet and Wi-Fi Connectivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ZBBridge-U gives you two options for connecting the hub to your home network.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEthernet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe built-in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRJ45 10\/100 Mbps Ethernet port\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides a wired network connection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is particularly useful for users who prefer their main smart home hub to have a stable wired connection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWi-Fi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bridge also supports \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.4 GHz Wi-Fi using IEEE 802.11 b\/g\/n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis provides greater placement flexibility when running an Ethernet cable to the hub is inconvenient.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant Integration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe SONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra can integrate with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSONOFF provides an MQTT-based method that allows Zigbee sub-devices connected to the ZBBridge-U to be synchronized with Home Assistant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis means compatible Zigbee devices can remain available through the mobile ecosystem while also being accessible from Home Assistant for dashboards and automations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis differs from using a USB coordinator directly with ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT. The ZBBridge-U operates as its own smart home hub rather than simply functioning as a USB Zigbee radio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThird-Party Zigbee Device Support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ZBBridge-U is not restricted exclusively to SONOFF-branded accessories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSONOFF states that the bridge supports a range of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethird-party Zigbee devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, although compatibility is device-specific.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis distinction is important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA device supporting Zigbee 3.0 does \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot automatically guarantee compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with the ZBBridge-U. Buyers should confirm that a specific third-party accessory is supported before relying on the bridge for that device.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal Control Through Matter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDevices synchronized through the Matter Bridge can remain controllable over the local network even when the internet connection is unavailable or unstable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis provides a major advantage over smart home setups where every command must travel through an external cloud service.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal control can provide:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaster response\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReduced cloud dependence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContinued LAN control during internet outages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore responsive smart home automations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActual behavior depends on the connected devices and smart home ecosystem being used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal Web Interface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe SONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra also provides a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elocal web interface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis allows users to access the bridge from a PC or smartphone and perform supported Matter-related device configuration without necessarily downloading the eWeLink app.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor users who prefer browser-based smart home administration, this provides another way to interact with the gateway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter Hub for the eWeLink Platform\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ZBBridge-U can also work as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter hub for eWeLink\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis allows compatible Matter devices from other manufacturers to be integrated into the eWeLink app for centralized device management.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bridge therefore works in both directions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee \/ supported devices → Matter ecosystems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible Matter devices → eWeLink\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes the ZBBridge-U more than a conventional Zigbee gateway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmart Home Security Hub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe SONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra includes smart security functions that allow it to operate as a local alarm hub.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can create scenes that activate different defense modes using:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNFC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWireless buttons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eeWeLink app controls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen a configured security event is triggered, the bridge can produce an audible alert and send a push notification to your phone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupported security actions include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Mode\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAway Mode\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSleep Mode\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisarm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSound Alarm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMute Alarm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmart Automation Ideas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotion-Activated Night Lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair a supported Zigbee motion sensor with your lighting so hallway lights automatically switch on when movement is detected at night.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmart Climate Control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombine a compatible temperature and humidity sensor with a smart switch or fan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen the room becomes too warm, an automation can activate the fan automatically. SONOFF specifically demonstrates this type of automation for the ZBBridge-U.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Security\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombine compatible:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoor sensors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotion sensors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWireless buttons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNFC triggers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eto create Home, Away and Sleep security modes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApple Home Automations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge supported SONOFF devices into Apple Home through Matter and combine them with existing Home accessories in scenes and automations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhole-Home Zigbee Network\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse powered Zigbee routers throughout the property to create a larger mesh for sensors and battery-powered devices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZBBridge-U\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee 3.0 Hub \/ Matter Bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee Chipset\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEFR32MG21\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcessor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5 GHz Dual-Core CPU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRAM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 GB DDR4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 GB eMMC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee 3.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWi-Fi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIEEE 802.11 b\/g\/n, 2.4 GHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEthernet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRJ45 10\/100 Mbps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Interface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSB Type-C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Rating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5V DC \/ 1A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum Zigbee Sub-Devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 256\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect End Devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 32\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDefault Open-Environment Zigbee Range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 100 m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurbo Mode Open-Environment Range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 200 m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter Bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant Integration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal Web Interface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecurity Hub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorking Temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-10°C to 40°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorking Humidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5% to 95% RH, non-condensing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCasing Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePC + ABS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese specifications are based on SONOFF's current ZBBridge-U product information and documentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlatform \/ Technology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee 3.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSONOFF Zigbee Devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, supported models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThird-Party Zigbee Devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, supported models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter Bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApple Home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, through Matter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmazon Alexa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, through supported integration\/Matter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGoogle Home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, through supported integration\/Matter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eeWeLink\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMQTT Integration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEthernet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.4 GHz Wi-Fi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal Web Interface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect Zigbee2MQTT Coordinator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot its intended operating mode\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect ZHA Coordinator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot its intended operating mode\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSONOFF currently describes the ZBBridge-U as a Zigbee hub with Home Assistant synchronization and Matter bridging rather than as a generic ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT coordinator.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Set Up the SONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep 1: Connect the Bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower the ZBBridge-U through its USB Type-C connection and connect it to your network using Ethernet or 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep 2: Add Your Zigbee Devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd the bridge to your smart home setup and pair your supported SONOFF or compatible third-party Zigbee devices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep 3: Configure Matter and Automations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnable Matter bridging if required, connect the bridge to your chosen Matter ecosystem, and create smart scenes, security routines and automations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing the SONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra with Apple Home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the standout features of the ZBBridge-U is its ability to bring supported SONOFF devices into \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApple Home through Matter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Zigbee Bridge Ultra acts as the bridge between supported devices and Apple's Matter ecosystem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA compatible Matter hub, such as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHomePod or Apple TV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce integrated, supported devices can participate in Apple Home scenes and automations alongside other compatible smart home products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing the SONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra with Home Assistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ZBBridge-U also provides an option for Home Assistant users who want to keep devices connected through the SONOFF bridge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSONOFF supports configuring an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMQTT Broker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to synchronize Zigbee sub-devices from the Zigbee Bridge Ultra to Home Assistant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes the ZBBridge-U particularly interesting for users who want:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eeWeLink access\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant integration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter bridging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee device management\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003efrom the same central hub.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra vs a USB Zigbee Coordinator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ZBBridge-U is different from devices such as the SONOFF ZBDongle-P, ZBDongle-E or other USB Zigbee coordinators.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA USB coordinator generally provides the Zigbee radio directly to software such as ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee Bridge Ultra is a standalone smart home hub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with its own processing hardware, network connection, Matter functionality, eWeLink integration and security features.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose the ZBBridge-U if you want a dedicated hub with Matter and eWeLink integration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA dedicated USB or network coordinator may be more appropriate if your primary goal is direct Zigbee2MQTT or ZHA control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePros\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports up to 256 Zigbee sub-devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowerful EFR32MG21 Zigbee chipset\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5 GHz dual-core processor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 GB DDR4 RAM and 8 GB eMMC storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter Bridge functionality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan bring supported devices into Apple Home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlexa and Google Home integration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant integration through MQTT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEthernet and Wi-Fi connectivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports selected third-party Zigbee devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 200 m advertised open-environment range with Turbo Mode\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal web interface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal Matter control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt-in smart security features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAudible alarm and push notifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot every third-party Zigbee device is guaranteed to work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequires a Matter hub for integrations such as Apple Home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot designed as a direct ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT coordinator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndoor Zigbee range will be considerably lower than the advertised open-environment maximum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Should Buy the SONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra ZBBridge-U\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is ideal for users who:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOwn multiple SONOFF Zigbee devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant to build a larger Zigbee network\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant Matter integration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse Apple Home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse Amazon Alexa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse Google Home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant Home Assistant integration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrefer Ethernet connectivity for their smart home hub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant to connect supported third-party Zigbee devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant local security and alarm features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrefer a dedicated hub rather than a USB Zigbee coordinator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor users whose main goal is to run Zigbee2MQTT or ZHA directly, a dedicated supported coordinator may be a better choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the SONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra ZBBridge-U\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a Zigbee 3.0 smart home hub and Matter bridge. It connects supported Zigbee devices, supports up to 256 sub-devices, and can bridge compatible devices into Matter ecosystems such as Apple Home, Alexa and Google Home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho should buy the SONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ZBBridge-U is best suited to users who want a dedicated Zigbee hub with Matter bridging, Ethernet and Wi-Fi connectivity, Home Assistant integration, support for large Zigbee networks and compatibility with SONOFF and selected third-party Zigbee devices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow does the SONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra work?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ZBBridge-U creates and manages a Zigbee 3.0 network for supported devices. It connects to your home network through Ethernet or 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and can bridge compatible devices into Matter ecosystems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow many Zigbee devices can the SONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra support?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ZBBridge-U supports up to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e256 Zigbee sub-devices in total\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, including end devices and routers. Up to 32 end devices can be connected directly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the SONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra work with Apple Home?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Supported SONOFF and compatible devices can be integrated into Apple Home through the ZBBridge-U's Matter Bridge functionality. A compatible Matter hub, such as a HomePod or Apple TV, is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the SONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra work with Home Assistant?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. SONOFF supports synchronizing Zigbee sub-devices from the ZBBridge-U to Home Assistant by configuring an MQTT Broker.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the SONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra support third-party Zigbee devices?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, the ZBBridge-U supports a range of third-party Zigbee devices. However, compatibility is model-specific, so Zigbee 3.0 support alone does not guarantee that every third-party accessory will work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the range of the SONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSONOFF specifies up to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 meters in open outdoor environments at default power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and up to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e200 meters in open environments with Turbo or wall-penetration mode enabled\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. 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