{"product_id":"home-assistant-connect-zbt-2-official-next-gen-zigbee-matter-thread-coordinator","title":"Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 | Official Next-Gen Zigbee, Matter \u0026 Thread Coordinator","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"4\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eHome Assistant Connect ZBT-2\u003c\/b\u003e is the definitive way to bridge your smart home devices to the world’s most powerful automation platform. Built by the Home Assistant team themselves, this second-generation coordinator is engineered for peak performance, offering a \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"266\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e4x speed improvement\u003c\/b\u003e over the original SkyConnect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eFeaturing an optimized, high-gain external antenna and a sleek, transparent housing, the ZBT-2 doesn't just look the part—it serves as the rock-solid backbone of your mesh network. Whether you are managing a massive \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"216\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eZigbee 3.0\u003c\/b\u003e sensor array or expanding into the new frontier of \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"278\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eMatter-over-Thread\u003c\/b\u003e, the ZBT-2 ensures your devices respond instantly and stay connected locally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eDesigned for the Open Home:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike proprietary hubs that lock you into a single ecosystem, the ZBT-2 is fully unlocked and open-source. It integrates natively with Home Assistant’s built-in \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"190\" data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eZHA\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"198\" data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eZigbee2MQTT\u003c\/b\u003e, giving you the freedom to mix and match thousands of devices from brands like Aqara, Sonoff, Philips Hue, and IKEA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eFuture-Proof Connectivity:\u003c\/b\u003e Equipped with the advanced \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"54\" data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eSilicon Labs MG24\u003c\/b\u003e chipset, the ZBT-2 is ready for the 2026 smart home. It provides the highest sensitivity for weak signals and features a high-speed USB-C interface for effortless plug-and-play setup on Home Assistant Green, Yellow, or your custom Raspberry Pi hub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\t\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003eOfficial 2nd-Gen Hardware:\u003c\/b\u003e Built and supported directly by the Home Assistant team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003eExtreme Performance:\u003c\/b\u003e Silicon Labs MG24 chip delivers 4x faster response times than the ZBT-1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003ePro-Grade Antenna:\u003c\/b\u003e Standalone 4.16 dBi high-gain antenna for superior range and signal penetration through walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003eMatter \u0026amp; Thread Ready:\u003c\/b\u003e Future-proof your home with official support for Matter-over-Thread devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0\"\u003ePlug-and-Play Migration:\u003c\/b\u003e Seamlessly move your existing Zigbee network from other sticks using the official migration wizard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0\"\u003eTinker-Friendly:\u003c\/b\u003e Open-source design with easy-to-open housing and accessible pins for hardware enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eSymtech Expert Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 2026, the community debate is over: \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"39\" data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eDon't use the \"Multi-Protocol\" (Multi-PAN) firmware.\u003c\/b\u003e While the hardware can \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"115\" data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003etechnically\u003c\/i\u003e run Zigbee and Thread at the same time, we've found it much more stable to use the ZBT-2 as a dedicated \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"231\" data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eZigbee 3.0 Coordinator\u003c\/b\u003e. If you want to start a Thread network for your Matter devices, we recommend picking up a second ZBT-2 to act as a dedicated \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"379\" data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eThread Border Router\u003c\/b\u003e. It’s the secret to a \"no-headache\" smart home setup!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e NC-ZBT-9741\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003eProtocols:\u003c\/b\u003e Zigbee 3.0, Thread, Matter-over-Thread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003eChipsets:\u003c\/b\u003e Silicon Labs EFR32MG24 (Radio) + ESP32-S3 (USB Bridge)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\"\u003eAntenna Gain:\u003c\/b\u003e 4.16 dBi (Omnidirectional)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\"\u003eConnection:\u003c\/b\u003e USB-C (1.5m high-quality cable included)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\"\u003eBaud Rate:\u003c\/b\u003e 460,800 bps (High Speed)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 83mm x 83mm x 179mm (including antenna base)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Home Assistant\/Nabu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53892246241617,"sku":"cc5f7fbb-4623-475b-a06f-3020f4206db9","price":81.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1049\/5711\/6753\/files\/26c6408f46bcc3f06d97abdcf8f8523c.jpg?v=1779963253","url":"https:\/\/symtech.store\/products\/home-assistant-connect-zbt-2-official-next-gen-zigbee-matter-thread-coordinator","provider":"Symtech Home Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}