Mesh Routers

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I've had a TP-Link Deco M5 system (3 base stations total) at the house for 2 years or so, and I've been pleased. Easy setup, stable, good feature set, plus a good/straightforward app interface. It's likely they've released an updated, newer/shinier version so it could be worthwhile to check that along with some recent reviews.
 
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I don't understand all that jazz, so my solution is maintaining a 1400 sf house where I don't have any coverage issues with the ISP router.
 
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I use the ubiquiti Amplifi. The homeowner version (compared to their other stuff). No complaints.
 
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tbh said:
I've had a TP-Link Deco M5 system (3 base stations total) at the house for 2 years or so, and I've been pleased. Easy setup, stable, good feature set, plus a good/straightforward app interface. It's likely they've released an updated, newer/shinier version so it could be worthwhile to check that along with some recent reviews.
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Same here. I like it. Was essential once I started working from a home a few years ago.
 
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I'm using one of the google mesh setups with four access points. Three of them are connected to my network via Ethernet.

I have no complaints. Good speed, great coverage and I like the web app that notifies you anytime a new device connects to your network.

I had a more complicated dual router setup before but it tended to be a headache sometimes .
 
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Freak said:
I'm using one of the google mesh setups with four access points. Three of them are connected to my network via Ethernet.

I have no complaints. Good speed, great coverage and I like the web app that notifies you anytime a new device connects to your network.

I had a more complicated dual router setup before but it tended to be a headache sometimes .
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What was your price point? If'n you dont mind me asking?

Our Engineer at work just deployed a Google mesh system.
 
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tbh said:
I've had a TP-Link Deco M5 system (3 base stations total) at the house for 2 years or so, and I've been pleased. Easy setup, stable, good feature set, plus a good/straightforward app interface. It's likely they've released an updated, newer/shinier version so it could be worthwhile to check that along with some recent reviews.
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kiddiedoc said:
TP Link Deco here. Super-easy install and works perfectly. 3 units give me complete coverage upstairs, main level, basement, and about 30 feet into the back deck/pool area outside the house.
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I've got the same setup. Easy to setup and works like a charm.
 
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TP-Link Deco Ac-3000 Wifi 6 on sale at BB.

Very pleased so far. Also got a nice speed boost from the ISP for free. Actually taking their managed wifi off reduced $11- so the mesh system will pay for itself.

Thx for the suggestions.
 
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We have been using Orbi for the past three years and really like them. We have a router and three satellites. 2500 sqft upstairs with the router plus 2 and 1000ft downstairs with just a satellite.
 
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Do the routers use the same network as the ISP modem or is it the mesh network?
 
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Wireless1 said:
Do the routers use the same network as the ISP modem or is it the mesh network?
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They set up their own network. So for me: one unit connected to a port on the cable router, and it connects with the freestanding upstairs and basement units. When you scan, you can see both the original modem network and the mesh network.
 
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Do the routers use the same network as the ISP modem or is it the mesh network?
kiddiedoc said:
They set up their own network. So for me: one unit connected to a port on the cable router, and it connects with the freestanding upstairs and basement units. When you scan, you can see both the original modem network and the mesh network.
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thanks, to minimize the low voltage wiring, we’ve run trunk lines to each floor from the basement in our new house, sounds like this will be what we’re going to be using
 
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Eero for past 2+ years , so not the latest. Mine was pretty much plug and play. 3 levels and good coverage outside the house as well. 4200 sq ft over 2700 sq ft unfinished basement.
 
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Wireless1 said:
Do the routers use the same network as the ISP modem or is it the mesh network?

thanks, to minimize the low voltage wiring, we’ve run trunk lines to each floor from the basement in our new house, sounds like this will be what we’re going to be using
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trunk lines? like, fiber? or Cat 6?

I think you can set up a WLAN or AP's with these.
 
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Wireless1 said:
Cat6, there will be switches with Cat6 network on each floor along with coax splitters and amps for each
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OK, the house is nearing completion and I need to pull the trigger. Service will come into the basement, land near the middle where all the networking wires terminate. We have trunk lines (CAT6) to each of the 2 floors above with each floor having that floor's wires hub there. There are google security cameras, and a nest doorbell camera. When the kids come visit, there could be up to 3 of us "home Officing" at the same time on three different floors. The current plan is to use U-Verse (fiber for TV and Internet) for TV in 3 rooms with about 5 more TV set up for streaming.

Does this arrangement point to any one of the solutions more than another?
 
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