Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Zigbee and Matter in one device? Yes, really.
In this video, I’m reviewing the SLZB-MR1 by SMLight, a powerful and flexible dual-radio coordinator that brings Zigbee and Matter over Thread together into a single, compact device — fully compatible with Home Assistant. For anyone building or upgrading a smart home, this is the kind of hardware we’ve been waiting for.
The SLZB-MR1 combines two radios in one device, allowing you to configure one as a Zigbee coordinator and the other as a Thread Border Router for Matter support. It’s designed specifically with Home Assistant users in mind and works beautifully whether you’re using Home Assistant OS, Home Assistant Supervised, or even a containerized setup. This device supports connections via USB, Ethernet, or Wi-Fi, and it can even be powered using PoE, making it incredibly versatile for any deployment scenario.
In this video, I’ll Walk you through a quick unboxing, demonstrate the intuitive web interface, and show you how to configure Matter over Thread and Zigbee within a demo Home Assistant instance. You’ll see how easy it is to assign radios, enable border router functionality, and get everything running with minimal effort. No extra hubs. No extra dongles. No more mess.
What makes the SLZB-MR1 truly unique is its future-proof design. With Matter adoption growing and Zigbee devices still dominating the smart home market, this device ensures you're ready for both worlds. Whether you're expanding a complex Home Assistant setup or just starting out, the SLZB-MR1 delivers the performance, reliability, and flexibility advanced users demand — all in one package.
If you've ever struggled with USB dongle instability, limited range, or managing multiple devices to get your smart home working, this might just be the upgrade you need. The SLZB-MR1 offers rock-solid connectivity, set-it-and-forget-it reliability, and full support for the latest smart home standards. It's a serious tool for serious Home Assistant users.
🔧 Specs at a Glance:
– Dual-radio architecture (Zigbee & Thread)
– Thread Border Router support
– Zigbee coordinator support
– Ethernet / Wi-Fi / USB connection
– PoE or USB-C power options
– Works with Home Assistant OS, Supervised, Container, etc.
Ready to simplify your Home Assistant setup and future-proof your smart home?
Watch the full video to see why the SLZB-MR1 is the best all-in-one Zigbee and Matter over Thread coordinator available right now.
#homeassistant #zigbee #matter #thread #SMLight #ZigbeeCoordinator #ThreadBorderRouter #SmartHome #HomeAutomation #HomeAssistantSetup #MatterOverThread #PoE #ZHA #Zigbee2MQTT
For Business & Promotional related inquiries, contact me at avibarilan@gmail.com
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Zigbee and Matter in one device? Yes, really.
In this video, I’m reviewing the SLZB-MR1 by SMLight, a powerful and flexible dual-radio coordinator that brings Zigbee and Matter over Thread together into a single, compact device — fully compatible with Home Assistant. For anyone building or upgrading a smart home, this is the kind of hardware we’ve been waiting for.
The SLZB-MR1 combines two radios in one device, allowing you to configure one as a Zigbee coordinator and the other as a Thread Border Router for Matter support. It’s designed specifically with Home Assistant users in mind and works beautifully whether you’re using Home Assistant OS, Home Assistant Supervised, or even a containerized setup. This device supports connections via USB, Ethernet, or Wi-Fi, and it can even be powered using PoE, making it incredibly versatile for any deployment scenario.
In this video, I’ll Walk you through a quick unboxing, demonstrate the intuitive web interface, and show you how to configure Matter over Thread and Zigbee within a demo Home Assistant instance. You’ll see how easy it is to assign radios, enable border router functionality, and get everything running with minimal effort. No extra hubs. No extra dongles. No more mess.
What makes the SLZB-MR1 truly unique is its future-proof design. With Matter adoption growing and Zigbee devices still dominating the smart home market, this device ensures you're ready for both worlds. Whether you're expanding a complex Home Assistant setup or just starting out, the SLZB-MR1 delivers the performance, reliability, and flexibility advanced users demand — all in one package.
If you've ever struggled with USB dongle instability, limited range, or managing multiple devices to get your smart home working, this might just be the upgrade you need. The SLZB-MR1 offers rock-solid connectivity, set-it-and-forget-it reliability, and full support for the latest smart home standards. It's a serious tool for serious Home Assistant users.
🔧 Specs at a Glance:
– Dual-radio architecture (Zigbee & Thread)
– Thread Border Router support
– Zigbee coordinator support
– Ethernet / Wi-Fi / USB connection
– PoE or USB-C power options
– Works with Home Assistant OS, Supervised, Container, etc.
Ready to simplify your Home Assistant setup and future-proof your smart home?
Watch the full video to see why the SLZB-MR1 is the best all-in-one Zigbee and Matter over Thread coordinator available right now.
#homeassistant #zigbee #matter #thread #SMLight #ZigbeeCoordinator #ThreadBorderRouter #SmartHome #HomeAutomation #HomeAssistantSetup #MatterOverThread #PoE #ZHA #Zigbee2MQTT
For Business & Promotional related inquiries, contact me at avibarilan@gmail.com
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Stream: https://linktr.ee/hothammusic
Free Download: https://hypeddit.com/hotham/morningth...
