As Lebanon’s smart home market grows, customers often ask:
“Should I use Zigbee or Wi-Fi devices?”
At We Volt, we distribute both Zigbee and Wi-Fi smart devices from trusted brands like MOES, Tongou, Sonoff, and Skydance. Each technology has its benefits — and the right choice depends on your goals, home size, and internet reliability.
🔌 What Is Zigbee?
Zigbee is a wireless protocol designed specifically for smart devices. It requires a Zigbee gateway (hub) to connect your switches, sensors, and plugs to the internet.
✅ Pros of Zigbee:
- Low power usage – ideal for battery-powered sensors
- Faster local control – doesn’t rely heavily on the internet
- Stronger in larger homes – devices create a mesh network
- More reliable for automation
❌ Cons:
- Needs a Zigbee gateway
- Slightly higher upfront cost
📶 What Is Wi-Fi?
Wi-Fi devices connect directly to your home router. MOES, Sonoff, and other brands offer Wi-Fi smart switches, plugs, and dimmers that don’t need a hub.
✅ Pros of Wi-Fi:
- No hub needed – plug & play setup
- Works with any router
- Great for small homes or apartments
- Usually cheaper
❌ Cons:
- Can slow down your router if many devices are connected
- Less stable if internet is weak
- No mesh – each device talks only to the router
🤖 Zigbee vs Wi-Fi – Quick Comparison
| Feature | Zigbee | Wi-Fi |
| Requires Hub | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Works Without Net | ✅ Partially (local mesh) | ❌ No (needs internet) |
| Best For | Medium to large homes, automation | Small homes, basic smart setups |
| Example Products | MOES Zigbee Switches, Tongou MCBs | Sonoff Switches, MOES Wi-Fi Switches |
| Power Efficiency | ✅ Excellent | ❌ High drain |
🏡 Our Lebanon-Specific Recommendation
- Use Wi-Fi devices like Sonoff or MOES Wi-Fi for quick installations in apartments or offices with stable internet.
- Use Zigbee for large homes, multi-floor installations, or if you plan to connect 10+ devices.
💡 For villas and solar panels, Zigbee offers better control even during power/internet outages.
🛒 Zigbee & Wi-Fi Products Available at We Volt
| Product Type | Zigbee Option | Wi-Fi Option |
| Smart Switch | MOES Zigbee Glass Panel | MOES Wi-Fi Touch Switch |
| Dimmer | Skydance Zigbee Dimmer | MOES Wi-Fi Dimmer |
| Circuit Breaker | Tongou Zigbee MCB | Tongou Wi-Fi MCB |
| Plug Socket | MOES Zigbee Smart Plug | Sonoff S26 Wi-Fi Plug |
📲 Need Help Choosing?
We Volt offers local consultation in Lebanon, in Arabic, French, and English. We’ll help you choose the best setup based on your home, internet, and goals.
📞 Contact us on WhatsApp or visit our showroom.
🏁 Final Thoughts
Both Zigbee and Wi-Fi have their place in today’s smart homes. At We Volt, we help you combine the best of both technologies — from MOES Zigbee dimmers to Sonoff Wi-Fi switches — to create a smart system that just works.
