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Top Mesh Routers For Home Network Upgrades in 2024

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Mesh WiFi systems are taking over in homes and businesses. From dual-band to tri-band and quad-band, WiFi router access points can deliver blanket square feet coverage over large spaces. Here we explore 5 of the best whole-home mesh WiFi systems.

  1. NETGEAR Orbi 970
  2. Asus ZenWiFi AX XT8
  3. NETGEAR Orbi 960
  4. TP-Link Deco X20 (AX1800 Whole Home Mesh WiFi 6 System)
  5. Eero 6

NETGEAR Orbi 970

As expected, NETGEAR 970 mesh networks are top picks on the list in 2024. NETGEAR Orbi and Nighthawk WiFi networks remain among the best mesh WiFi products on the market, particularly in large homes where mesh WiFi router functionality is second-to-none. NETGEAR Orbi 970 Features include:

  • Mesh router WiFi 7 speeds up to 27Gbps for unparalleled performance and coverage.
  • 2.4x faster speeds than WiFi 6 to maximize performance across all your WiFi devices.
  • 8K streaming to video conferencing, gaming, VR, and more, all at once.
  • Elegant design and high-performance antennas provide exceptional 360° WiFi coverage.
  • Expand WiFi coverage with an additional Orbi 970 satellite.
  • Get the fastest speeds available today and tomorrow with a 10 Gig internet port.
  • 10Gbps & 2.5Gbps Ethernet ports for unbeatable speed and reliability.
  • Wired connections and wired backhaul, perfect for HD streaming and gaming consoles.
  • Orbi works with any internet service provider and is a breeze to set up and manage.
  • NETGEAR Armor protects your family’s WiFi with an automatic shield of security.

Asus ZenWiFi AX XT8

This powerful whole-home tri-band mesh WiFi 6 mesh system can cover 6 rooms with reliable and fast WiFi. Dead zones are a thing of the past with the Asus ZenWiFi AX XT8 mesh WiFi system, offering wireless speeds of 6,600Mbps. Technologies such as OFDMA and MU-MIMO enable stable and fast transmission even when multiple devices are transmitting data simultaneously.

NETGEAR Orbi 960

Another great NETGEAR system we enjoyed reviewing. The Orbi 960 is billed as the world’s most powerful whole-home WiFi 6E system with up to 10.8Gbps WiFi speeds and coverage up to 9,000 sq. ft., including front & back yards. Plus, the exclusive quad-band technology and dedicated backhaul ensures max speeds for up to 200 connected devices.

Orbi 960 WiFi 6E opens up the 6GHz band, delivering dedicated top speeds to the latest WiFi 6E-ready laptops, Apple phones, Amazon Alexa, and other devices. The 10 Gig internet port unleashes the fastest download speeds of today & tomorrow, and you can connect to the latest cable or fiber Internet service up to 10Gbps..

TP-Link Deco X20 (AX1800 Whole Home Mesh WiFi 6 System)

Enjoy faster internet connections and WiFi 6 speeds on the 5 GHz band and 2.4 GHz band with OFDMA and MU-MIMO technology that quadruple capacity to enable simultaneous transmission to more devices. The result is a better WiFi signal for stronger and clearer whole home coverage, without the need for WiFi extenders.

Ultra-Low latency of TP-Link Deco X20 delivers more responsive gaming and video chatting, and your home network will select the best connection as you move around your home.

Eero 6

Eero 6+ gives you stable and reliable connectivity so you can work from anywhere with confidence and say goodbye to dropped calls. You can also keep your smart home applications running when you’re away. The Eero 6 supports speeds up to a gigabit, with enough bandwidth for 75+ connected devices and 4,500 sq. ft. coverage. Eero Pro 6E is another great reliable WiFi system worth checking out.

Are mesh router systems suitable in all homes?

They certainly are! Mesh systems can reach much farther than traditional routers and range extenders and will clear up any WiFi dead spots around the home.

What type of People use WiFi mesh routers?

WiFi mesh is cutting-edge technology, including WiFi 7 systems. This is powerful mesh that is perfect for home networks, guest networks, IoT networks, and other local area networks. (LANs). The best mesh routers offer Gbps speeds, perfect for gamers, streamers, and podcasters.

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