Technical specifications for the Aeotec Z-Stick 7 include the Silicon Labs EFR32ZG14 SoC (700 Series Z-Wave). This device operates as a USB-to-Z-Wave Plus V2 bridge, supporting S2 security and SmartStart QR-code inclusion. Audit data confirms the hardware requires a host machine and recent firmware (v7.17.2+) to maintain stability during high-congestion periods on the 908.4MHz (US) or 868.4MHz (EU) frequencies.
Operational protocols indicate the Z-Stick 7 does not include an internal battery for unplugged pairing. Signal fidelity is highly sensitive to the electromagnetic noise of the host machine; technical guidelines require a 1-meter USB 2.0 extension cable to move the controller away from USB 3.0 interference. This 700-series controller provides significantly improved wall penetration and RF range compared to older Gen5 hardware.
- Chipset: Silicon Labs 700 Series (EFR32ZG14).
- Protocol: Z-Wave Plus V2 with S2 Security.
- Form Factor: Compact USB-A dongle.
- Range: Up to 150m line-of-sight.
We recommend deploying this controller via an open-source Home Assistant kit to ensure local, cloud-free control.
The Aeotec Z-Stick 7 acts as an alternative for users seeking the latest 700-series features in a compact form factor that omits the pairing battery of the Gen5+ model.
