The Z-Wave Alliance announced continued expansion of Z-Wave Long Range certification across its ecosystem, reporting 125 certified Z-Wave Long Range devices now available on the market. The update was shared ahead of CES 2026, where the organization is highlighting increased adoption across residential, multifamily and commercial IoT deployments.

Z-Wave Long Range is designed to extend wireless communication well beyond traditional smart home environments. The technology supports direct device-to-hub communication at distances of up to approximately 1.5 miles line of sight under ideal conditions, reducing the need for repeaters and enabling coverage of outdoor areas, large properties and multi-building sites.

Unlike classic Z-Wave mesh networks, Z-Wave Long Range uses a star network topology, allowing devices to communicate directly with a central hub. According to the alliance, this approach reduces latency and simplifies network behavior while significantly increasing scalability. A single hub can support up to 4,000 nodes, making the technology suitable for large residential communities and commercial installations.

Battery efficiency is another key benefit of Z-Wave Long Range. Devices dynamically adjust transmit power based on distance from the hub, which the alliance said enables battery lifespans of up to 10 years for many sensor-based products. Z-Wave Long Range also incorporates Z-Wave S2 security, which uses encryption, secure key exchange and device authentication to protect communications across the network.

“The pace of Z-Wave Long Range adoption this year has been remarkable,” said Bettina Roll, Z-Wave Alliance certification program manager. “Manufacturers are not only embracing the performance benefits of ZWLR, but they’re also demonstrating how scalable, reliable connectivity can redefine smart home and building automation. With 125 certified ZWLR devices across 30 plus categories in the U.S. and EMEA market, and 80% of the products currently going through certification seeking ZWLR, the ecosystem’s growth underscores the strength of open standards and the continued innovation driving the Z-Wave community forward.”

Newly certified Z-Wave Long Range products span a wide range of categories, including security panels, smart locks, sensors, lighting controls, gateways and fire-safety devices. Manufacturers with recently certified devices include 2GIG, Aeotec, Alfred, FireAvert, Home Assistant, Jasco, Rently, Shelly, Trident IoT, ULTRALOQ, Yale and Zooz, among others.

Several products are aimed at multifamily and property-management applications, where extended range and higher device counts enable centralized control across large buildings or communities. Others focus on retrofit-friendly solutions that extend the life of existing infrastructure while adding long-range connectivity.

The alliance said demand for Z-Wave and Z-Wave Long Range devices continues to increase as homeowners and property managers prioritize local control and data privacy, reducing reliance on cloud-based services. Certified products are listed in the Z-Wave Certified Product Catalog and will be featured during CES 2026.