Fast NBN, but slow Wi-Fi? It might be time for a mesh system upgrade

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Anyone who has dealt with spotty Wi-Fi knows that a fast NBN plan doesn’t mean your Wi-Fi will work equally well in every room.

The connection might work well in the living room near the router but be frustratingly slow upstairs or at the other end of your house, especially in homes with thick walls or concrete floors.

That’s where a mesh Wi-Fi system can help, as it improves coverage by using several connected units around your home instead of relying on a single router.

This guide explains how mesh Wi-Fi works, how it connects to NBN services and whether your home needs it.

If you want to read more about the best mesh systems we have tested, take a look at our guide to the best mesh Wi-Fi systems in Australia.

What is mesh Wi-Fi and how does it work?

A mesh system consists of a main router...

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