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Last updated: 22 November 2023
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No one wants to be plagued by a weak Wi-Fi signal or black spots at home. Our tech experts lab test and compare home wireless mesh systems to see how well they create a seamless local Wi-Fi network across your home and how easy they are to use.

Our test results reveal:

  • which mesh network systems give the best performance at close range and at extended distance
  • which models perform better on either band – 2.4GHz or 5GHz
  • the yearly running cost for all the devices we test.

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Because relaying the network signal with an extender can slash Wi-Fi performance, we also tell you what speeds (in MBps and in Mbps) the devices can achieve.

Our Recommended list will quickly show you which wireless mesh network systems come out on top.

Thinking of a buying a Wi-Fi extender, router or mesh network? Our wireless mesh networks buying guide explains more about how they work and what features to look for.

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ASUS ZenWiFi Pro XT12 AX11000

ASUS ZenWiFi Pro XT12 AX11000
$1499
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ASUS ZenWiFi XD6 AX5400 Dual-band Mesh WiFi 6 System

ASUS ZenWiFi XD6 AX5400 Dual-band Mesh WiFi 6 System
$699
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Eero 6 Dual-Band Mesh Wi-Fi System

Eero 6 Dual-Band Mesh Wi-Fi System
$499
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Eero 6 plus Dual-Band Mesh Wi-Fi System

Eero 6 plus Dual-Band Mesh Wi-Fi System
$599
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Google Nest Wifi GA00823-AU

Google Nest Wifi GA00823-AU
$499
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Linksys Atlas Pro 6 MX8400 (2-pack)

Linksys Atlas Pro 6 MX8400 (2-pack)
$600
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Mercusys Halo H50G

Mercusys Halo H50G
$229
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Mercusys Halo H80X

Mercusys Halo H80X
$449
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Netgear Nighthawk Mesh WiFi 6 System MK72S-100APS (2-pack)

Netgear Nighthawk Mesh WiFi 6 System MK72S-100APS (2-pack)
$399
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Netgear Orbi AX1800 RBK353-100AUS

Netgear Orbi AX1800 RBK353-100AUS
$549
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Netgear Orbi AX4200 (RBK752-100AUS)

Netgear Orbi AX4200 (RBK752-100AUS)
$669
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Netgear Orbi Tri-band Mesh WiFi 6 System AX6000 (RBK852)

Netgear Orbi Tri-band Mesh WiFi 6 System AX6000 (RBK852)
$1099
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Tenda Nova MX12 (2-pack)

Tenda Nova MX12 (2-pack)
$319
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