Recommend Me a Mesh System

LCLN on 06/05/2024 - 21:12
Last edited 06/05/2024 - 21:52 by 1 other user

Hi guys, just recently upgraded to 250/25 internet speed (NBN), I'm looking to replace my current router TP-Link AX5400 to mesh as connection signal is really bad at the back of the house (no signal to 1 bar sometimes).

Anyone got recommendations for a reliable mesh system? I've looked into Netgear Orbi so far which seem to have good reviews.
Would be to cover 2.5 stories and 5 bedrooms. Based on experience, how many satellites would you recommend?

I'm on a HFC connection if that means anything.

Recommendations much appreciated, thanks :)

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  Hybroid on 06/05/2024 - 21:17

  +1

  eero mesh system for sure. Flawless for me. 3 units will be more than enough.

  Regular version on sale right not (although ATL is $199): https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B085Q2ZF1X/

  The eero 6+ version is $449 but don't believe you'll really need that.

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  dtc on 06/05/2024 - 22:54

  +1

  Deco is very user friendly. That or eero. Tri band is better but for general home use (not gaming or multi HD streaming) you probably wont notice. Wifi 6 is also 'better' but if your internet plan isnt particulaly fast then having a mesh system that can 'go faster' than the home plan doesnt make any difference.

  Get a three pack, if it doesnt work well enough you can just add more. I would probably look at 1 per floor plus one on the .5 floor, but depends on the floor size - if you can locate them centrally (to the floor plan) then that should be good enough, but if you have big floors then you can look at adding a couple extra in high use locations

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  x x on 06/05/2024 - 22:55

  I thought those Archer AX73 routers had Mesh built in

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  videlity on 06/05/2024 - 23:24

  if you're on a budget you can consider something like this https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/335269327722

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  brokefella on 06/05/2024 - 23:30

  I've got the deco s4 (3 pack), got it from amazon for 150 i think. Works pretty well for a "budget" mesh system

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  Hellfire on 07/05/2024 - 08:30

  +4

  Your existing router supports mesh already. You can just get a compatible extender like the RE705X and set this up closer to your dead spot.

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    CLN on 07/05/2024 - 19:50

    Ended up getting this, works great, thanks :)

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      Hellfire on 08/05/2024 - 16:00

      +1

      Great to hear that it works well. I've got a TP-Link mesh system and I'm happy with the coverage.

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  Sinnerator on 07/05/2024 - 09:20

  -2

  https://dailyjocks.com.au/collections/mesh-underwear
  only read the title

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  x x on 07/05/2024 - 13:49

  Get a TP-Link AX5400 if you want a reliable Mesh system built in.
  I bought this one yesterday, it's recently come down in price to $247. Free delivery with One Pass:
  https://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/officeworks/p/tp-link-ar…

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  pc007 on 07/05/2024 - 14:06

  Got Deco S4 - 3 pack. Works really well. Covers complete house including backyard and speed is good.

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  CLN on 07/05/2024 - 19:49

  Hi all, thanks for the help! Didn’t realise I had mesh built in my router, got the RE705X extender recommended above and it works great.