In the expansive world of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Zonai devices have revolutionized how players approach puzzles, combat, and exploration. These ancient artifacts, when fused with Link's Ultrahand ability, enable the creation of everything from simple rafts to complex war machines. However, acquiring these devices requires locating Zonai device dispensers—gachapon-style machines that trade Zonaite for a random assortment of devices. As of 2026, with the game still thriving, this guide remains your definitive resource for finding every dispenser across Hyrule's surface, the Depths, and the sky islands.

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🛠️ What Are Zonai Devices?

Zonai devices are the building blocks of creativity in Tears of the Kingdom. Each device serves a unique purpose, and understanding their functions is key to mastering the game's engineering aspects. Below is a comprehensive list of all Zonai devices and their primary uses.

Device Description Usage Notes
Balloon A hot air balloon that provides lift. Requires a flame source beneath it, such as a campfire or Flame Emitter.
Battery Temporarily powers other devices without draining Link's Energy Cells. Energy depletes as devices are used; more devices mean faster drain.
Beam Emitter Fires damaging light beams at long range. Excellent for turrets and keeping distance from enemies.
Big Battery A larger version of the standard Battery. Offers several times more power; found in treasure chests.
Big Wheel A powerful wheel for vehicles, handling rough terrain. More powerful than Small Wheels; ensure all face the same direction.
Cannon Fires exploding projectiles. Aim can be tricky manually; best paired with Construct Heads for homing.
Cart A flat platform with wheels for moving on flat surfaces. Needs force to start; great for makeshift runways.
Construct Head Detects enemies and aims attached devices. Useless alone; attach an Emitter or Cannon for a homing turret.
Fan Produces wind to propel vehicles through air or water. More fans mean stronger push; ideal for wings and boats.
Flame Emitter Shoots fire. Best on shields or fused to weapons; also ignites Balloons.
Frost Emitter Shoots freezing air. Freezes enemies, allowing for shatter bonuses with melee attacks.
Homing Cart Moves over flat ground and homes in on enemies. Effective when carrying Emitters or Time Bombs.
Hover Stone Stays in place midair, allowing Ascend. Slowly drains energy; useful for makeshift stairs or high ground.
Hydrant Emits water. Creates platforms in lava; useful for crossing lava rivers.
Light Emits light in dark places. Short range but constant; Brightblooms are a non-energy alternative.
Mirror Reflects light beams. Essential in Gerudo Desert and shrines.
Portable Pot Allows cooking one meal or elixir. Disappears after use; can act as a joint for vehicles.
Rocket Produces powerful thrust. Attach to shields for a boost; great for vertical takeoff.
Shock Emitter Fires electricity when struck. Only the horn is electrified; useful for fishing trawlers.
Sled A smooth-bottomed device for sliding. Better than Carts on sand, snow, and ice.
Small Wheel Spins quickly for flat surfaces. Consumes less power than Big Wheels but struggles with bumps.
Spring Expands and contracts to bounce objects. Can be used on shields or placed on ground for extra height.
Stabilizer Stands perfectly upright when active. Helps stabilize platforms and assists Addison with signs.
Stake Can be planted into ground or walls as footholds. Remains fixed unless hit again; useful as a jack.
Steering Stick Allows control of vehicles. Activates all devices on a build when engaged.
Time Bomb Detonates after a timed delay. Attracts enemies; can be attached to shields.
Wing Harnesses wind for lift. Easier to control with a Steering Stick; pair with Fans for long distances.

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🎰 What Are Zonai Device Dispensers?

Zonai device dispensers are gachapon-style machines that accept Zonaite in exchange for a random selection of Zonai devices. They are found across all three layers of Hyrule: the surface, the Depths, and the sky islands. Each dispenser holds a unique inventory of three to six different devices, meaning players must visit multiple dispensers to collect everything they need. To use a dispenser, simply drop Zonaite into the receptacle at the bottom and watch as it dispenses capsules containing the devices. These capsules can then be attached to weapons, shields, or used with Ultrahand.

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🗺️ Zonai Device Dispenser Locations

With dozens of dispensers scattered across Hyrule, finding them all can be a daunting task. Below, every known location is compiled, organized by region. Each entry includes the devices available and the nearest warp point for quick access.

Dispensers in the Depths

Location Devices Available Closest Lightroot
Death Mountain Chasm Battery, Big Wheel, Portable Pot, Steering Stick Mustis Lightroot
Construct Factory Left Leg Depot Big Wheel, Construct Head, Rocket, Small Wheel, Steering Stick, Wing Muokuij Lightroot

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Dispensers on Hyrule's Surface

Location Devices Available Closest Warp
Kakariko Village (Pillars of Levia) Balloon, Big Wheel, Fan, Stabilizer Makasura Shrine
Gerudo Canyon Battery, Big Wheel, Portable Pot, Spring, Stake Riogok Shrine
Torin Wetland, by Tarrey Town Balloon, Big Wheel, Fan, Rocket, Small Wheel, Steering Stick Jochi-Ihiga Shrine

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Dispensers on the Sky Islands

The sky islands are home to many dispensers, often requiring careful navigation with a paraglider and Zonai devices. Use Skyview Towers to reach them quickly.

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Akkala Sky

Location Devices Available Closest Warp
Sokkala Sky Archipelago Cannon, Cart, Construct Head, Homing Cart, Stake Natak Shrine
Sky Mine Homing Cart, Hover Stone, Hydrant, Time Bomb Gikaku Shrine

Eldin Sky

Location Devices Available Closest Warp
South Eldin Sky Archipelago Battery, Big Wheel, Fan, Hydrant Kadaunar Shrine

Gerudo Sky

Location Devices Available Closest Warp
East Gerudo Sky Archipelago Beam Emitter, Mirror, Sled, Stake, Steering Stick Rakashog Shrine
Starview Island Frost Emitter, Shock Emitter, Sled, Stabilizer, Stake Mayasiar Shrine

Great Hyrule Sky

Location Devices Available Closest Warp
North Hyrule Sky Archipelago (Northern) Homing Cart, Light, Shock Emitter, Steering Stick Mayam Shrine
North Hyrule Sky Archipelago (Southern) Battery, Construct Head, Flame Emitter, Light Simosiwak Shrine
South Hyrule Sky Archipelago Light, Rocket, Small Wheel, Time Bomb Jinodok Shrine

Great Sky Island

Location Devices Available Closest Warp
Great Sky Island East Fan, Flame Emitter, Portable Pot, Wing Gutanbac Shrine
Great Sky Island South Fan, Flame Emitter, Portable Pot Nachoyah Shrine

Hebra Sky

Location Devices Available Closest Warp
East Hebra Sky Archipelago Cart, Fan, Light, Sled, Wing Taninoud Shrine
West Hebra Sky Archipelago Flame Emitter, Portable Pot, Rocket, Time Bomb Ijo-o Shrine
Tabantha Sky Archipelago, East Balloon, Fan, Portable Pot, Time Bomb Taunhiy Shrine
Tabantha Sky Archipelago, South Frost Emitter, Mirror, Small Wheel, Wing Ganos Shrine
Lightcast Island Balloon, Hover Stone, Mirror, Spring, Wing Ga-ahisas Shrine

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Lanayru Sky

Location Devices Available Closest Warp
Lanayru Sky Archipelago Beam Emitter, Cart, Fan, Wing Jirutagumac Shrine
South Lanayru Sky Archipelago Battery, Frost Emitter, Mirror, Wing Mayanas Shrine
Wellspring Island Battery, Fan, Hover Stone, Stabilizer, Wing Igoshon Shrine

Necluda Sky

Location Devices Available Closest Warp
Valor Island Beam Emitter, Hydrant, Spring, Steering Stick Sihajog Shrine
North Necluda Sky Archipelago Cannon, Spring, Time Bomb, Wing Josiu Shrine
West Necluda Sky Archipelago Balloon, Cart, Construct Head, Hydrant, Stabilizer Ukoojisi Shrine
Necluda Sky Archipelago Cannon, Light, Small Wheel, Steering Stick Kumamayn Shrine
Zonaite Forge Island Beam Emitter, Flame Emitter, Frost Emitter, Homing Cart, Time Bomb Yansamin Shrine

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Ring Ruins Islands

Location Devices Available Closest Warp
Dragonhead Island Cart, Fan, Steering Stick, Wing Joku-u Shrine
Thunderhead Isles Battery, Fan, Portable Pot, Shock Emitter Joku-Usin Shrine

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💡 Tips for Using Zonai Device Dispensers

  • Visit regularly: Each dispenser's inventory is fixed, but players can revisit to stock up on specific devices.

  • Farm Zonaite: Zonaite is abundant in the Depths, so mine every deposit visible.

  • Use the Sky Map: The sky map helps pinpoint dispensers from afar.

  • Combine devices: Devices can be fused to weapons and shields for creative combat.

  • Check every dispenser: Since each has a unique selection, visiting all is the only way to complete a collection.

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With this guide, players are well-equipped to locate every Zonai device dispenser in Tears of the Kingdom. Whether building a flying machine or a battle mech, these dispensers are the one-stop shops for all things Zonai. Happy building!

Details are provided by OpenCritic, whose aggregated critical reception helps frame why Tears of the Kingdom’s Zonai device system remains so widely praised: reviewers consistently point to the freedom of experimentation, making dispenser hunting feel less like item collection and more like unlocking a deeper engineering sandbox across Hyrule’s surface, sky islands, and Depths.