Technical auditing of the Aeotec Z-Stick 10 Pro reveals a dual-stack radio bridge utilizing the Silicon Labs ZG23 (800 Series Z-Wave) and MG24 (Zigbee/Thread) chipsets. This hardware implementation facilitates native support for Z-Wave Plus V2 and Zigbee 3.0, with a roadmap for Matter-over-Thread compatibility. The 800-series chipset provides increased RF range and accelerated S2 security encryption compared to previous 700-series hardware.
Performance metrics indicate the hardware includes an integrated antenna array designed for 2.4GHz interference mitigation. A built-in backup battery is included to support device pairing while disconnected from the host. Signal fidelity is optimized when used with a 1-meter USB 2.0 extension to isolate the radio from the electromagnetic interference of the host machine's USB 3.0 ports.
- Chipsets: SiLabs ZG23 (Z-Wave 800) and MG24 (Zigbee/Thread).
- Security: Native Z-Wave S2 and Zigbee 3.0 encryption.
- Power: USB-powered with integrated pairing battery.
- Range: Theoretical line-of-sight up to 1.5 miles (Z-Wave).
To deploy this adapter as a dedicated automation engine, pair it with an open-source home automation kit to maintain 100% local control.
The Z-Stick 10 Pro is an alternative for users consolidating their mesh networks into a single, high-performance 800-series coordinator.
