Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2
A USB adapter that unifies Zigbee, Thread, and Matter device connectivity directly within Home Assistant, emphasizing strong performance, broad compatibility, and a fully local smart-home experience
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Information
| Maker | Home Assistant (Nabu Casa) |
| Category | Thread Border Router |
| Status | released |
| Product Page | https://www.home-assistant.io/connect/zbt-2 |
| Date Released | 2025-11-19 |
The Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 is a compact USB adapter designed to give Home Assistant users an easy, reliable way to connect Zigbee, Thread, and Matter devices without relying on separate cloud-based hubs.
This adapter focuses on compatibility and performance: its radio system is engineered for stable long-range communication, letting you mix proven Zigbee devices with the newest Matter-enabled products. By consolidating everything into Home Assistant’s local, privacy-first ecosystem, it streamlines smart-home setups and reduces hardware clutter. As official Home Assistant hardware, it integrates cleanly with the platform while directly supporting its ongoing development.
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Specifications
| Network | Thread, Thread Border Router |
| Thread Device Type | Router |
| Market | Consumer, Business (B2B) |