Sonoff S26R2ZB vs IKEA E1603
Side-by-side Zigbee platform compatibility for two plugs — see exactly what each one works with.
Platform support compared
| Platform | Sonoff S26R2ZB | IKEA E1603 |
|---|---|---|
| ZHA (Home Assistant) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Zigbee2MQTT | ✓ | ✓ |
| deCONZ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Zigbee2Tasmota | ✓ | ✗ |
| ioBroker | ✗ | ✓ |
| Zigbee for Domoticz | ✓ | ✓ |
| iHost | ✓ | ✗ |
The Sonoff S26R2ZB works with more platforms (6) than the IKEA E1603 (5). They share ZHA (Home Assistant), Zigbee2MQTT, deCONZ, Zigbee for Domoticz. Only the Sonoff S26R2ZB adds Zigbee2Tasmota, iHost. Only the IKEA E1603 adds ioBroker.
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Either device needs a Zigbee coordinator to join your network. These are the ones we'd buy:
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Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between the Sonoff S26R2ZB and the IKEA E1603?
The Sonoff S26R2ZB works with more platforms (6) than the IKEA E1603 (5). They share ZHA (Home Assistant), Zigbee2MQTT, deCONZ, Zigbee for Domoticz. Only the Sonoff S26R2ZB adds Zigbee2Tasmota, iHost. Only the IKEA E1603 adds ioBroker. Both are Zigbee plugs, so the practical difference for most people comes down to which smart-home platform they each support.
Can I use the Sonoff S26R2ZB and the IKEA E1603 on the same hub?
Yes. Both are supported by ZHA (Home Assistant), Zigbee2MQTT, deCONZ, Zigbee for Domoticz, so you can run them side by side on the same Zigbee coordinator and bridge.
Does the Sonoff S26R2ZB work with Home Assistant?
Yes — the Sonoff S26R2ZB works in Home Assistant via the ZHA integration.
Does the IKEA E1603 work with Home Assistant?
Yes — the IKEA E1603 works in Home Assistant via the ZHA integration.