The Pros And Cons Of Using Mesh Wi-Fi

Mesh covers more ground, but a standalone router may be all you need.

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Diving into Wi-Fi routers for the first time can be baffling. There are a lot of concepts to understand, and not just the differences between Wi-Fi 6 and 7. Speeds and features vary between models using the same specification, and it may not be clear which of your devices can (or should) connect to which frequency bands.

One of the biggest purchasing decisions is whether to go with a mesh Wi-Fi system or stick to a standalone router. Most people probably default to standalone products, since they're cheaper. In fact, given the price gap, it's important to have concrete reasons for stepping up to a mesh product.

The value of mesh systems mostly boils down to range and seamless roaming. In some situations, however, a standalone...

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