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The Best Wi-Fi Mesh Network Systems for 2024
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John R. Delaney
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John R. Delaney
Contributing Editor
My Experience
I’ve been working with computers for ages, starting with a multi-year stint in purchasing for a major IBM reseller in New York City before eventually landing at PCMag (back when it was still in print as PC Magazine). I spent more than 14 years on staff, most recently as the director of operations for PC Labs, before hitting the freelance circuit as a contributing editor.
Updated
July 1, 2024
Spotlight
Best Wi-Fi Mesh System for Most People
4.5
Outstanding
Asus ZenWiFi AX (XT8)
The Asus ZenWiFi AX (XT8) is a whole home Wi-Fi 6 mesh system equipped with the latest 802.11ax hardware. It delivered speedy throughput in our testing and comes with tough parental controls, anti-malware software, and a 2.5G LAN port.
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Pros
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Easy to install
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Excellent performance
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Lifetime parental controls and network security tools
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Multi-gig LAN port
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USB connectivity. User-friendly app
Cons
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Pricey
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Some advanced settings require web console
Pros & Cons
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Best Wi-Fi Mesh System for Very Large Homes
4.5
Outstanding
Netgear Orbi RBKE963 WiFi 6E Mesh System
The Netgear Orbi RBKE963 is a stellar (albeit quite expensive) three-piece Wi-Fi 6E mesh system that harnesses the 6GHz band to offer some of the fastest throughput speeds we’ve ever seen.
Best Expandable Wi-Fi Mesh System
4.0
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Eero 6+
The Eero 6+ Wi-Fi mesh system makes it easy to bring speedy wireless networking to every room in your house, but you’ll pay extra for some security and management features.
Best Wi-Fi 6E Mesh System
4.0
Excellent
Eero Pro 6E
The Eero Pro 6E is a speedy Wi-Fi 6E mesh system loaded with features, including multi-gig WAN and the ability to control home automation devices.
Best Budget Wi-Fi Mesh Network System
3.5
Good
Vilo Mesh Wi-Fi System
The Vilo Mesh certainly isn't the fastest system out there, but it's easy to install and brings Wi-Fi to every corner of your home for significantly less money than any other three-piece mesh network.
Best Wi-Fi Mesh System for Medium to Large Homes
4.0
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TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro
TP-Link's Deco X4300 Pro is a three-piece Wi-Fi 6 mesh system that offers very fast throughput and plenty of coverage, making it ideal for extra-large homes.
Best Wi-Fi Mesh System for Gaming
4.5
Outstanding
Asus ROG Rapture GT6 Wi-Fi 6 Gaming Mesh System
Asus' ROG Rapture GT6 is a sleek-looking, two-piece mesh system designed with gamers in mind. It combines game-enhancing settings, fast throughput, strong signal performance, and free Trend Micro network security software in a package that's a snap to set up and manage.
Best Budget Wi-Fi 6E Mesh System
4.0
Excellent
Wyze Wi-Fi 6E Mesh Router Pro
With high-speed ports, USB connectivity, and speedy performance, the Wyze Wi-Fi 6E Mesh Router Pro is a smart choice to serve as the brains of a future-proof home network.
Best Wi-Fi 7 Mesh System
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eero Max 7
Best Wi-Fi Mesh System for Efficient Wireless Backhaul
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Excellent
TP-Link Deco XE75 Pro Tri-Band Mesh System
The TP-Link XE75 Pro mesh system uses two or three nodes to bring 6GHz networking to all corners of your home, along with free parental controls, network security software, and multi-gig connectivity if you need it.
Best Prime Day Wi-Fi Mesh Network System Deals This Week*
- TP-Link Deco XE75 Pro Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6E Mesh System (2-Pack) — $219.99 (List Price $349.99)
- Eero 6 Dual-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System (Router + 2 Extenders) — $149.99 (List Price $199.99)
- Asus ZenWiFi AX6600 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6 Mesh System (2-Pack) — $297.23 (List Price $329.99)
- TP-Link Deco X50-PoE Wi-Fi 6 Mesh PoE System (3-Pack) — $299.99 (List Price $349.99)
- Linksys Velop Pro 7 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Mesh System (3-Pack) — $599.99 (List Price $899.99)
- Eero Max 7 Tri-Band Mesh Wi-Fi Router — $449.99 (List Price $599.99)
- Eero 6+ Dual-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System (2-Pack) — $159.99 (List Price $239.99)
*Deals are selected by our commerce team
Where To Buy
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Asus ZenWiFi AX (XT8)at Amazon
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Netgear Orbi RBKE963 WiFi 6E Mesh Systemat Amazon
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Eero 6+at Amazon
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Eero Pro 6Eat Amazon
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Vilo Mesh Wi-Fi Systemat Amazon
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TP-Link Deco X4300 Proat Best Buy
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Asus ROG Rapture GT6 Wi-Fi 6 Gaming Mesh Systemat Amazon
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Wyze Wi-Fi 6E Mesh Router Proat Amazon
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eero Max 7at Amazon
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TP-Link Deco XE75 Pro Tri-Band Mesh Systemat Amazon
Compare SpecsThe Best Wi-Fi Mesh Network Systems for 2024
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Our Picks
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Asus ZenWiFi AX (XT8)
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Netgear Orbi RBKE963 WiFi 6E Mesh System
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at Amazon
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Eero 6+
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Eero Pro 6E
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Vilo Mesh Wi-Fi System
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TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro
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at Best Buy
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Asus ROG Rapture GT6 Wi-Fi 6 Gaming Mesh System
See It
at Amazon
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Wyze Wi-Fi 6E Mesh Router Pro
See It
at Amazon
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eero Max 7
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TP-Link Deco XE75 Pro Tri-Band Mesh System
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Wireless Specification
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802.11ax | 802.11ax with 6E | 802.11ax | 802.11ax | 802.11ac | 802.11ax | 802.11ax | 802.11ax with 6E | 802.11be | 802.11ax with 6E |
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Number of Bands
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3 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
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Wi-Fi Speed (Total Rated Throughput)
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AX6000 | AX11000 | AX3000 | AXE5400 | AC1200 | AX4300 | AX10000 | AX5400 | BE20800 | AXE5400 |
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Number of Antennas
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6 | 12 | 7 | 12 | 4 | 9 | 6 | 10 | ||
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Number of Wired LAN Ports (Excluding WAN Port)
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3 on router, 4 on node | 4 on router, 4 on node | 1 on router, 2 on satellites | 1 on router, 2 on satellites | 2 on router, 3 on nodes | 2 on router, 3 on nodes | 3 | 1 on main router, 2 on node | 3 on router, 4 on node | 3 on each node |
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Security
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WPA, WPA2, WPA3 | WPA2, WPA3 | WPA2, WPA3 | WPA2, WPA3 | WPA, WPA2 | WPA2, WPA3 | WPA2, WPA3 | WPA2, WPA3 | WPA2, WPA3 | WPA3, WPA2, WPA |
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Coverage Area for Hardware as Tested
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5500 sq ft | 9000 sq ft | 4500 sq ft | 6000 sq ft | 4500 sq ft | 7000 sq ft | 5800 sq ft | 4000 sq ft | 5000 sq ft | 5500 sq ft |
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Number of Nodes
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2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
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