Data Byte: This router's signal strength beat most competitors in our lab test

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ZDNET's key takeaways

  • The Netgear Orbi 370 router has some of the best signal strength we've ever tested in low D&I bands.
  • Its coverage area rivals router competitors from Eero, TP-Link, and others.
  • Performance is subjective to distance and interference.

For those who work remotely, a reliable Wi-Fi router is essential for maintaining a solid connection not only for video calls, but for streaming movies and games after work. But how do you really know how good a Wi-Fi router is without testing it first?

At ZDNET, we're all about backing up our recommendations with data, which is why we vigorously test products in our lab to truly see which ones we can confidently stand behind. We recently tested 15 Wi-Fi routers and their signal strength, and while the Netgear Nighthawk RS700Swon a Lab Award for widest coverage, there...

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