--- product_id: 336652132 title: "Z-Stick 7 Plus, Zwave Plus USB to Create Z-Wave hub, Gateway Controller with 700 Series ZWave, SmartStart and S2, Works with Raspberry Pi 4, Compatible with Home Assistant" brand: "aeotec" price: "Β£42.61" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Aeotec" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/336652132-z-stick-7-plus-zwave-plus-usb-to-create-z store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 18% faster CPU response 250% longer wireless range Advanced S2 security & SmartStart Z-Stick 7 Plus, Zwave Plus USB to Create Z-Wave hub, Gateway Controller with 700 Series ZWave, SmartStart and S2, Works with Raspberry Pi 4, Compatible with Home Assistant **Brand:** aeotec **Price:** Β£42.61 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸš€ Elevate your smart home game with the ultimate Z-Wave powerhouse! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Z-Stick 7 Plus, Zwave Plus USB to Create Z-Wave hub, Gateway Controller with 700 Series ZWave, SmartStart and S2, Works with Raspberry Pi 4, Compatible with Home Assistant by aeotec - **How much does it cost?** Β£42.61 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/336652132-z-stick-7-plus-zwave-plus-usb-to-create-z) ## Best For - aeotec enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted aeotec brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Next-Level Security:** Built-in S2 encryption and SmartStart for ironclad device protection. - β€’ **Blazing Fast Performance:** Experience 18% quicker CPU speeds for near real-time device response. - β€’ **Unmatched Wireless Reach:** Transmit signals 2.5x further for seamless smart home control. - β€’ **Cross-Platform Compatibility:** Works flawlessly with Raspberry Pi, Windows, Mac, and Linux ecosystems. - β€’ **Future-Proof Z-Wave 700 Series:** German-engineered tech ensures cutting-edge smart home integration. ## Overview The Aeotec Z-Stick 7 Plus is a USB Z-Wave gateway controller featuring the latest 700 Series technology, delivering 250% greater wireless range and 18% faster CPU speeds. Compatible across major OS platforms including Raspberry Pi, it supports advanced S2 security and SmartStart for effortless, secure device inclusion. Ideal for professionals seeking robust, scalable smart home automation with proven reliability. ## Description Product description Build your own ZWave hub with the latest version of Z-Wave - Aeotec's Gen7 Run your smart home locally, privately, and cloud-free. Your key to building your own Z-Wave hub . Build your own smart home automation hub with the Aeotec Z-Stick 7 using your own computer and commercial or free, open-source software. Your computer, your software means you host your hub and automations locally . Engineered in Germany, it uses advanced Z-Wave technology including Gen7 and 700 series , and pairs that version of Z-Wave Plus with S2 (security 2) and SmartStart native compatibility. Take control of your smart home and your security by building your own Z-Wave gateway and hosting it locally. Build your own smart hub Take control of your smart home and your security by building your own Z-Wave gateway hub and hosting it locally (requires computing hardware and operating software of your choice) Use free, open-source software Z-Stick 7 has been designed to allow you to build your own automation gateway exactly as you want it to be. To do that, it is compatible with this range of free and open-source home automation software: Domoticz, Home Assistant, and Z-Wave JS. It is also compatible with commercial available Indigo 7 for MacOS . Z-Stick 7 does not ship with any software by default. If you would like to use other software, please purchase Z-Stick Gen5+ instead. Local hosting of your smart home Managing your smart home through the cloud is risky. If the cloud goes down, so does your smart home. Z-Stick 7 allows you to host locally , back up locally, and manage your home's privacy by never sharing how and when you use your home with third-party cloud services. A-Grade security Build your own gateway hub using leading security. Z-Stick 7 features Z-Wave S2 ('security 2') natively. Along with the standard AES-128 bit encrypted security of standard ZWave, Z-Stick 7 also secures your home using ECDH key exchange to prevent man-in-the-middle hacking along with pro-security grade, UL 1023 compliance. Compatible with any platform Z-Stick 7 isn't only compatible with open-source software, it's also compatible with open-source hardware. You can use Z-Stick 7 to build your own smart home hub with existing or cheap computer hardware including MacOS , Windows , Raspberry Pi , and Linux based systems. 5 second device setup Z-Stick 7 is SmartStart enabled. When used with SmartStart compatible automation software, that means you can connect new devices to your Z-Wave network in mere seconds - simply and quickly scan a new device’s QR code using your gateway software's app for immediate connexion to Z-Stick 7. ## Features - Works with Raspberry Pi, Windows, Mac, Linux to create a zwave hub for control of Z-Wave and Z-Wave Plus devices. - German engineered to use Aeotec exclusive Gen7 and 700 series technologies. Offers ZWave SmartStart and S2 security. - Faster, further. Z-Stick 7 wirelessly transmits up to 250% further in open-place space and with 18% faster CPU - Compatible with Z-Wave enabled, home automation software including Home Assistant and Indigo 7. No software included. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B094NW5B68 | | Best Sellers Rank | #123,206 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #129 in Home Automation Hubs & Controllers | | Brand | AEOTEC | | Brand Name | AEOTEC | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 253 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00810667025250 | | Manufacturer | Aeotec | | Model | ZWA010 | | Part Number | ZWA010 | | UPC | 810667025250 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** AEOTEC - **Compatible Devices:** Z-Wave compatible devices - **Hardware Interface:** USB - **Style:** standard - **UPC:** 810667025250 ## Images ![Z-Stick 7 Plus, Zwave Plus USB to Create Z-Wave hub, Gateway Controller with 700 Series ZWave, SmartStart and S2, Works with Raspberry Pi 4, Compatible with Home Assistant - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51j3xDW-vPS.jpg) ![Z-Stick 7 Plus, Zwave Plus USB to Create Z-Wave hub, Gateway Controller with 700 Series ZWave, SmartStart and S2, Works with Raspberry Pi 4, Compatible with Home Assistant - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71X8158xbcS.jpg) ![Z-Stick 7 Plus, Zwave Plus USB to Create Z-Wave hub, Gateway Controller with 700 Series ZWave, SmartStart and S2, Works with Raspberry Pi 4, Compatible with Home Assistant - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61MptDOLzXS.jpg) ![Z-Stick 7 Plus, Zwave Plus USB to Create Z-Wave hub, Gateway Controller with 700 Series ZWave, SmartStart and S2, Works with Raspberry Pi 4, Compatible with Home Assistant - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41NJAeJb++S.jpg) ![Z-Stick 7 Plus, Zwave Plus USB to Create Z-Wave hub, Gateway Controller with 700 Series ZWave, SmartStart and S2, Works with Raspberry Pi 4, Compatible with Home Assistant - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61sWfQLtiOS.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is this the EU version?** A: Hello - this is a US version. **Q: I have a weiser (kwikset) zwave lock. i use alexa for my home. is this all i need for alexa to conrol thay door lock?** A: No, this is just a transponder. You'll need software to manage it and be the interface. **Q: Will this, paired with a raspberry pi running z-wave js, work with any of the lutron caseta products?** A: I don't believe so, Z-Wave runs on 908 MHz while the Lutron products use 431 MHz **Q: Does this come with the latest updated firmware? If so, what version? If not, do you provide a link to it?** A: It really depends on how long the reseller has been holding on to it... firmware comes out all the time so you'd have to look up and download the latest firmware. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by N***E on May 21, 2022* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by J***L on July 29, 2025* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by Y***I on June 26, 2025* ## Frequently Bought Together - Aeotec Z-Stick 7 Plus, Zwave Plus USB to Create Z-Wave hub, Gateway Controller with 700 Series ZWave, SmartStart and S2, Works with Raspberry Pi 4, Compatible with Home Assistant - SONOFF Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus Gateway, Universal Zigbee USB Gateway with Antenna for Home Assistant, IoBroker, Wireless Zigbee 3.0 USB Adapter(1 Pack) - Home Assistant Green | Smart Home hub with Advanced Automation | Official Home Assistant Hardware --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/336652132-z-stick-7-plus-zwave-plus-usb-to-create-z](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/336652132-z-stick-7-plus-zwave-plus-usb-to-create-z) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-19*