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Best Mesh Wi-Fi Systems (2026)

Whole-home mesh Wi-Fi systems compared on official manufacturer specification tables and official technical-spec PDFs from TP-Link, ASUS, NETGEAR and eero. We score official Wi-Fi generation, official combined PHY class (or a computed sum of official per-band rates when the class token is missing), the fastest official Ethernet port on the main unit, and official Ethernet port count. Maker coverage in square feet is not scored. Pack sizes of the same official radio are consolidated. A missing official figure is shown as Not listed and scores at the category minimum.

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Top pick

NETGEAR Orbi 970 (RBE973SB)

Score 10.0/10 · Check price

Why it wins: Wi-Fi 7, official 27 Gbps official combined class, quad-band, 6 official Ethernet ports, up to 10 Gbps. Official table lists Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be). Official table lists a quad-band radio.

Also great: ASUS ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro (BE30000) (9.7) · TP-Link Deco BE95 (9.4)

Side-by-side comparison

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Product Score Official combined PHY rateFastest official Ethernet portOfficial Wi-Fi generationOfficial Ethernet port count Best for Price Buy
1NETGEAR Orbi 970 (RBE973SB)
10.0/10
27000 Mbps10 GbpsWi-Fi 76 ports Wi-Fi 7, official 27 Gbps official combined class, quad-band, 6 official Ethernet ports, up to 10 Gbps Check price View deal
2ASUS ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro (BE30000)
9.7/10
30000 Mbps10 GbpsWi-Fi 75 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE30000 class, quad-band, 5 official Ethernet ports, up to 10 Gbps Check price View deal
3TP-Link Deco BE95
9.4/10
33000 Mbps10 GbpsWi-Fi 74 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE33000 class, quad-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 10 Gbps Check price View deal
4NETGEAR Orbi 870 (RBE872)
8.9/10
21000 Mbps10 GbpsWi-Fi 75 ports Wi-Fi 7, official 21 Gbps official combined class, tri-band, 5 official Ethernet ports, up to 10 Gbps Check price View deal
5TP-Link Deco BE85
8.7/10
22000 Mbps10 GbpsWi-Fi 74 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE22000 class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 10 Gbps Check price View deal
6TP-Link Deco BE75
8.0/10
17000 Mbps10 GbpsWi-Fi 74 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE17000 class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 10 Gbps Check price View deal
7ASUS ZenWiFi BT10
7.9/10
18000 Mbps10 GbpsWi-Fi 73 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE18000 class, tri-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 10 Gbps Check price View deal
8TP-Link Deco BE77
7.7/10
17000 Mbps10 GbpsWi-Fi 73 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE17000 class, tri-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 10 Gbps Check price View deal
9TP-Link Deco BE67 (BE14000)
7.3/10
14000 Mbps10 GbpsWi-Fi 73 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE14000 class, tri-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 10 Gbps Check price View deal
10TP-Link Deco XE200
6.4/10
11000 Mbps10 GbpsWi-Fi 6E3 ports Wi-Fi 6E, official AXE11000 class, tri-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 10 Gbps Check price View deal
11NETGEAR Orbi 860 (RBK862S)
5.9/10
6000 Mbps10 GbpsWi-Fi 65 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX6000 class, tri-band, 5 official Ethernet ports, up to 10 Gbps Check price View deal
12eero Max 7
5.9/10
Not listed10 GbpsWi-Fi 74 ports Wi-Fi 7, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 10 Gbps Check price View deal
13TP-Link Deco BE13000
5.5/10
13000 Mbps5 GbpsWi-Fi 73 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE13000 class, tri-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 5 Gbps Check price View deal
14TP-Link Deco BE16000
5.4/10
16000 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 74 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE16000 class, quad-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
15TP-Link Deco BE65 Pro
5.3/10
11000 Mbps5 GbpsWi-Fi 73 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE11000 class, tri-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 5 Gbps Check price View deal
16eero PoE 7
5.3/10
Not listed10 GbpsWi-Fi 72 ports Wi-Fi 7, tri-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 10 Gbps Check price View deal
17ASUS ZenWiFi BT8
5.1/10
14000 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 74 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE14000 class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
18TP-Link Deco BE65-PoE
5.0/10
11000 Mbps5 GbpsWi-Fi 72 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE11000 class, tri-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 5 Gbps Check price View deal
19NETGEAR Orbi 770 (RBE773)
4.7/10
11000 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 74 ports Wi-Fi 7, official 11 Gbps official combined class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
20TP-Link Deco BE11000
4.7/10
11000 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 74 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE11000 class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
21TP-Link Deco BE65
4.7/10
11000 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 74 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE11000 class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
22TP-Link Deco WB22000
4.7/10
11000 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 74 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE11000 class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
23TP-Link Deco BE63
4.6/10
10000 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 74 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE10000 class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
24ASUS ZenWiFi BT6
4.5/10
9400 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 74 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE9400 class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
25ASUS ZenWiFi ET8
4.2/10
6600 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 6E8 ports Wi-Fi 6E, official AXE6600 class, tri-band, 8 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
26TP-Link Deco BE65-Outdoor
4.1/10
11000 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 72 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE11000 class, tri-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
27ASUS ZenWiFi AXE7800
3.8/10
7800 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 6E4 ports Wi-Fi 6E, official AXE7800 class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
28ASUS ZenWiFi ET9
3.8/10
7800 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 6E4 ports Wi-Fi 6E, official AXE7800 class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
29eero Pro 7
3.6/10
Not listed5 GbpsWi-Fi 72 ports Wi-Fi 7, tri-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 5 Gbps Check price View deal
30TP-Link Deco WE10800
3.4/10
10800 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 6E3 ports Wi-Fi 6E, official WE10800 class, tri-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
31ASUS ZenWiFi BD5 (BE5000)
3.3/10
5000 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 72 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE5000 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
32ASUS ZenWiFi BD5 Outdoor
3.3/10
5000 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 72 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE5000 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
33ASUS ZenWiFi BE5000 Pro
3.3/10
5000 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 72 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE5000 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
34ASUS ZenWiFi XT9
3.3/10
7800 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 64 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX7800 class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
35NETGEAR Orbi 370 (RBE373)
3.3/10
5000 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 72 ports Wi-Fi 7, official 5 Gbps official combined class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
36TP-Link Deco BE25 (BE5000)
3.3/10
5000 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 72 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE5000 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
37TP-Link Deco BE25-Outdoor
3.3/10
5000 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 72 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE5000 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
38TP-Link Deco WB14400
3.3/10
5000 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 72 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE5000 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
39TP-Link Deco XE70 Pro
3.2/10
5400 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 6E3 ports Wi-Fi 6E, official AXE5400 class, tri-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
40TP-Link Deco XE75 Pro
3.2/10
5400 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 6E3 ports Wi-Fi 6E, official AXE5400 class, tri-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
41ASUS ZenWiFi AX (XT8)
3.1/10
6600 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 64 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX6600 class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
42ASUS ZenWiFi BD4
3.1/10
3570 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 72 ports Wi-Fi 7, 3570 Mbps official combined PHY (computed), dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
43ASUS ZenWiFi BE3600
3.1/10
3600 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 72 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE3600 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
44TP-Link Deco BE23
3.1/10
3600 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 72 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE3600 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
45TP-Link Deco X95
3.0/10
7800 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 63 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX7800 class, tri-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
46eero 7
2.8/10
Not listed2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 72 ports Wi-Fi 7, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
47TP-Link Deco X5400 Pro
2.7/10
5400 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 63 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX5400 class, dual-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
48TP-Link Deco XE5300
2.7/10
5300 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 6E3 ports Wi-Fi 6E, official AXE5300 class, tri-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
49TP-Link Deco XE75
2.7/10
5400 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 6E3 ports Wi-Fi 6E, official AXE5400 class, tri-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
50TP-Link Deco BE3600
2.6/10
3600 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 72 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE3600 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
51TP-Link Deco WB10800
2.6/10
3600 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 72 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE3600 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
52TP-Link Deco WB7200
2.6/10
3600 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 72 ports Wi-Fi 7, official BE3600 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
53ASUS ZenWiFi XD6
2.5/10
5400 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 64 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX5400 class, dual-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
54TP-Link Deco X4300 Pro
2.5/10
4300 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 63 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX4300 class, dual-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
55TP-Link Deco X90
2.5/10
6600 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX6600 class, tri-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
56TP-Link Deco XM73
2.5/10
5400 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 64 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX5400 class, dual-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
57NETGEAR Orbi RBK753P
2.4/10
5200 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 64 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX5200 class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
58TP-Link Deco WM9000
2.4/10
3000 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 65 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX3000 class, dual-band, 5 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
59TP-Link Deco X5700
2.4/10
5700 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX5700 class, tri-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
60TP-Link Deco X50-PoE
2.0/10
3000 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX3000 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
61TP-Link Deco X55 Pro
2.0/10
3000 Mbps2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX3000 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
62eero Outdoor 7
2.0/10
Not listedNot listedWi-Fi 71 ports Wi-Fi 7, dual-band, 1 official Ethernet ports; port speed not listed Check price View deal
63TP-Link Deco PX50
1.8/10
3000 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 63 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX3000 class, dual-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
64TP-Link Deco W8100
1.8/10
2700 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 63 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX2700 class, dual-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
65TP-Link Deco X50
1.8/10
3000 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 63 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX3000 class, dual-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
66TP-Link Deco X5000
1.8/10
5000 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX5000 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
67TP-Link Deco X55
1.8/10
3000 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 63 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX3000 class, dual-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
68eero PoE 6
1.8/10
Not listed2.5 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps Check price View deal
69eero Pro 6E
1.8/10
Not listedNot listedWi-Fi 6E2 ports Wi-Fi 6E, tri-band, 2 official Ethernet ports; port speed not listed Check price View deal
70ASUS ZenWiFi AX Hybrid (XP4)
1.7/10
1800 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 63 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX1800 class, dual-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
71TP-Link Deco W7200
1.6/10
3600 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX3600 class, tri-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
72TP-Link Deco X3600
1.6/10
3600 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX3600 class, tri-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
73TP-Link Deco X68
1.6/10
3600 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX3600 class, tri-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
74ASUS ZenWiFi AX Hybrid (XC5)
1.5/10
3000 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX3000 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
75TP-Link Deco W6000
1.5/10
3000 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX3000 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
76TP-Link Deco X50-Outdoor
1.5/10
3000 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX3000 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
77TP-Link Deco X60
1.5/10
3000 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX3000 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
78TP-Link Deco W3600
1.4/10
1800 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX1800 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
79TP-Link Deco X20
1.4/10
1800 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX1800 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
80TP-Link Deco X20-Outdoor
1.4/10
1800 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX1800 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
81TP-Link Deco X25
1.4/10
1800 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX1800 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
82TP-Link Deco W3000
1.3/10
1500 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX1500 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
83TP-Link Deco W4500
1.3/10
1500 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX1500 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
84TP-Link Deco X10
1.3/10
1500 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX1500 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
85TP-Link Deco X15
1.3/10
1500 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX1500 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
86TP-Link Deco X1500
1.3/10
1500 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, official AX1500 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
87eero 6
1.3/10
Not listedNot listedWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports; port speed not listed Check price View deal
88eero Pro 6
1.3/10
Not listedNot listedWi-Fi 62 ports Wi-Fi 6, tri-band, 2 official Ethernet ports; port speed not listed Check price View deal
89TP-Link Deco S4
0.7/10
1900 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 53 ports Wi-Fi 5, official AC1900 class, dual-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
90TP-Link Deco M9 Plus
0.4/10
2200 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 52 ports Wi-Fi 5, official AC2200 class, tri-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
91TP-Link Deco E3
0.3/10
1200 Mbps0.1 GbpsWi-Fi 52 ports Wi-Fi 5, official AC1200 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 0.1 Gbps (10/100 Fast Ethernet) Check price View deal
92TP-Link Deco M3
0.3/10
1200 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 52 ports Wi-Fi 5, official AC1200 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
93TP-Link Deco M4
0.3/10
1200 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 52 ports Wi-Fi 5, official AC1200 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
94TP-Link Deco M5
0.3/10
1300 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 52 ports Wi-Fi 5, official AC1300 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
95TP-Link Deco P7
0.3/10
1300 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 52 ports Wi-Fi 5, official AC1300 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
96TP-Link Deco P9
0.3/10
1200 Mbps1 GbpsWi-Fi 52 ports Wi-Fi 5, official AC1200 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps Check price View deal
97TP-Link Deco W2400
0.3/10
1200 Mbps0.1 GbpsWi-Fi 52 ports Wi-Fi 5, official AC1200 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 0.1 Gbps (10/100 Fast Ethernet) Check price View deal

"Not listed" means the official manufacturer specification table we used does not publish that figure. Prices show "Check price" until a retailer feed provides a current price.

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Every mesh Wi-Fi system, ranked

#1 · Top pick

NETGEAR Orbi 970 (RBE973SB)

Best for: Wi-Fi 7, official 27 Gbps official combined class, quad-band, 6 official Ethernet ports, up to 10 Gbps

10.0/10

What we like

  • Official table lists Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
  • Official table lists a quad-band radio
  • Official table lists a 10 Gbps Ethernet port
  • Official table lists 6 Ethernet ports on the main unit

Watch out for

    Score breakdown

    Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
    Official combined PHY rate 35%
    Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
    Official Ethernet port count 15%
    Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 7
    Official combined PHY rate27000 Mbps
    Fastest official Ethernet port10 Gbps
    Official Ethernet port count6 ports
    Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)27 Gbps official combined
    Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)5000 Mbps
    Official radio bandsQuad-band
    Official spatial streams16
    Official Ethernet wording• Create separate WiFi Networks: matter the layout, from the front door to the - (1) 10 Gig internet WAN port3 backyard. - Main Network: Primary network for your - (1) 10 Gbps Ethernet LAN port family's devices • Unleash Incredible Speed—Whether Multi-Gig - (4) 10/100/1000/250…
    Source noteEthernet port count and speed taken from the official technical specification (PDF or support article) for this model.
    PriceCheck price
    #2

    ASUS ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro (BE30000)

    Best for: Wi-Fi 7, official BE30000 class, quad-band, 5 official Ethernet ports, up to 10 Gbps

    9.7/10

    What we like

    • Official table lists Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
    • Official table lists a quad-band radio
    • Official table lists a 10 Gbps Ethernet port
    • Official table lists 5 Ethernet ports on the main unit

    Watch out for

      Score breakdown

      Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
      Official combined PHY rate 35%
      Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
      Official Ethernet port count 15%
      Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 7
      Official combined PHY rate30000 Mbps
      Fastest official Ethernet port10 Gbps
      Official Ethernet port count5 ports
      Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)BE30000
      Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)30198 Mbps
      Official radio bandsQuad-band
      Official spatial streams16
      Memory (official table)RAM 2GB , Flash 256MB
      Dimensions (official table)214*174.2*72 mm
      Security (official table)AiProtection, VPN, WPA3 Enterprise, WPA3 Personal, WPA2 Enterprise , WPA2 Personal, WPA Personal, WPA Enterprise , WPS support, WPS, Let's Encrypt, DNS-over-TLS, SSH, Security Scan, Firewall, • Maximum Firewall Keyword Filter : 64, • Maximum Firewall Network Service Filter : 3…
      Power (official table)AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz) DC Output : 19.5V with max. 3.5A current DC Output : 12V with max. 5A current
      Official Ethernet wording10G WAN/LAN x 1, 10G LAN x 1, 1G WAN/LAN x 1, 1G LAN x 2
      Also listed by the maker asASUS ZenWiFi BE30000
      PriceCheck price
      #4

      NETGEAR Orbi 870 (RBE872)

      Best for: Wi-Fi 7, official 21 Gbps official combined class, tri-band, 5 official Ethernet ports, up to 10 Gbps

      8.9/10

      What we like

      • Official table lists Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
      • Official table lists a tri-band radio
      • Official table lists a 10 Gbps Ethernet port
      • Official table lists 5 Ethernet ports on the main unit

      Watch out for

        Score breakdown

        Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
        Official combined PHY rate 35%
        Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
        Official Ethernet port count 15%
        Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 7
        Official combined PHY rate21000 Mbps
        Fastest official Ethernet port10 Gbps
        Official Ethernet port count5 ports
        Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)21 Gbps official combined
        Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)5000 Mbps
        Official radio bandsTri-band
        Official spatial streams10
        Official Ethernet wordingEthernet LAN ports (each) today and tomorrow with a 10 Gig internet port. • Automatic firmware update delivers latest • Multi-link Operation: Combines two WiFi security patches to the router automatically bands • Designed for a Flawless Experience—From 4K/8K streaming to video…
        Source noteEthernet port count and speed taken from the official technical specification (PDF or support article) for this model.
        PriceCheck price
        #7

        ASUS ZenWiFi BT10

        Best for: Wi-Fi 7, official BE18000 class, tri-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 10 Gbps

        7.9/10

        What we like

        • Official table lists Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
        • Official table lists a tri-band radio
        • Official table lists a 10 Gbps Ethernet port
        • Official combined class or PHY rate is 18000 Mbps

        Watch out for

          Score breakdown

          Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
          Official combined PHY rate 35%
          Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
          Official Ethernet port count 15%
          Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 7
          Official combined PHY rate18000 Mbps
          Fastest official Ethernet port10 Gbps
          Official Ethernet port count3 ports
          Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)BE18000
          Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)17981 Mbps
          Official radio bandsTri-band
          Official spatial streams10
          Processor (official table)2.0GHz quad-core processor
          Memory (official table)RAM 2GB , Flash 256MB
          Dimensions (official table)159 x 72 x 186 mm
          Security (official table)AiProtection, WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise, WPS, Let's Encrypt, DNS-over-TLS, Security Scan, Firewall, VPN
          Power (official table)AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz) DC Output : 12V with max. 3A current
          Official Ethernet wording10G WAN/LAN x 1 10G LAN x 1 1G WAN/LAN x 1
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          #11

          NETGEAR Orbi 860 (RBK862S)

          Best for: Wi-Fi 6, official AX6000 class, tri-band, 5 official Ethernet ports, up to 10 Gbps

          5.9/10

          What we like

          • Official table lists a tri-band radio
          • Official table lists a 10 Gbps Ethernet port
          • Official table lists 5 Ethernet ports on the main unit

          Watch out for

            Score breakdown

            Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
            Official combined PHY rate 35%
            Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
            Official Ethernet port count 15%
            Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 6
            Official combined PHY rate6000 Mbps
            Fastest official Ethernet port10 Gbps
            Official Ethernet port count5 ports
            Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)AX6000
            Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)3200 Mbps
            Official radio bandsTri-band
            Official Ethernet wordingEthernet LAN ports - One (1) 10Gbps Multi-Gigabit Ethernet WAN port • Ports – Satellite - Four (4) 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports each Page 1 of 2 Technical Specifications RBK862S Whole Home Tri-band Mesh WiFi 6 System – 860 Series Package Contents
            Also listed by the maker asNETGEAR Orbi 860 (RBK862SB), NETGEAR Orbi 860 (RBK863S)
            Source noteEthernet port count and speed taken from the official technical specification (PDF or support article) for this model.
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            #12

            eero Max 7

            Best for: Wi-Fi 7, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 10 Gbps

            5.9/10

            What we like

            • Official table lists Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
            • Official table lists a tri-band radio
            • Official table lists a 10 Gbps Ethernet port

            Watch out for

            • Maker table we used does not publish an IEEE class number (BE/AX); combined PHY rate is Not listed

            Score breakdown

            Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
            Official combined PHY rate * 35%
            Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
            Official Ethernet port count 15%

            * Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

            Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 7
            Official combined PHY rateNot listed
            Fastest official Ethernet port10 Gbps
            Official Ethernet port count4 ports
            Official radio bandsTri-band
            Official spatial streams20
            Maker coverage claim (official table; not scored)Up to 2,500 sq ft per device
            Size (official table)7.24 x 8.73 x 3.54 in (184 x 222 x 90 mm)
            Official wired speed claim (not a single-port rating)Up to 9.4 Gbps
            Official wireless speed claim (not an IEEE class number; not scored as combined PHY)Up to 4.3 Gbps
            Official channel width20, 40, 80, 160, 240, 320 MHz
            Official Ethernet wordingTri-band 2x2/4x4/4x4 MU/SU-MIMO 2.4 GHz: 2x2 5 GHz: 4x4 6 GHz: 4x4 Four ethernet ports Use case: Gateway or extender Placement: Sitting on a flat surface Size: 7.24 x 8.73 x 3.54 in (184 x 222 x 90 mm) Coverage: Up to 2,500 sq ft per device Supported devices: 200+ devices Conn…
            Source noteOfficial comparison table does not publish an IEEE class number (BE / AX). Combined PHY class is Not listed.
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            #16

            eero PoE 7

            Best for: Wi-Fi 7, tri-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 10 Gbps

            5.3/10

            What we like

            • Official table lists Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
            • Official table lists a tri-band radio
            • Official table lists a 10 Gbps Ethernet port

            Watch out for

            • Maker table we used does not publish an IEEE class number (BE/AX); combined PHY rate is Not listed

            Score breakdown

            Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
            Official combined PHY rate * 35%
            Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
            Official Ethernet port count 15%

            * Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

            Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 7
            Official combined PHY rateNot listed
            Fastest official Ethernet port10 Gbps
            Official Ethernet port count2 ports
            Official radio bandsTri-band
            Official spatial streams12
            Maker coverage claim (official table; not scored)Up to 2,000 sq ft per device
            Size (official table)8.26 x 8.26 x 1.69 in (209.8 x 209.8 x 42.9 mm)
            Official wired speed claim (not a single-port rating)Up to 10 Gbps
            Official wireless speed claim (not an IEEE class number; not scored as combined PHY)Up to 3.9 Gbps
            Official channel width20, 40, 80, 160, 240, 320 MHz
            Official Ethernet wordingTri-band 2x2/2x2/2x2 SU-MIMO 2.4 GHz: 2x2 5 GHz: 2x2 6 GHz: 2x2 One 10 GbE PoE+ port One 10 GbE port Use case: Gateway or extender Placement: Mounted on a wall or ceiling Size: 8.26 x 8.26 x 1.69 in (209.8 x 209.8 x 42.9 mm) Coverage: Up to 2,000 sq ft per device Supported dev…
            Source noteOfficial comparison table does not publish an IEEE class number (BE / AX). Combined PHY class is Not listed.
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            #17

            ASUS ZenWiFi BT8

            Best for: Wi-Fi 7, official BE14000 class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps

            5.1/10

            What we like

            • Official table lists Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
            • Official table lists a tri-band radio
            • Official table lists a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port

            Watch out for

              Score breakdown

              Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
              Official combined PHY rate 35%
              Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
              Official Ethernet port count 15%
              Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 7
              Official combined PHY rate14000 Mbps
              Fastest official Ethernet port2.5 Gbps
              Official Ethernet port count4 ports
              Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)BE14000
              Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)13654 Mbps
              Official radio bandsTri-band
              Official spatial streams8
              Memory (official table)RAM 1GB , Flash 128MB
              Dimensions (official table)159 x 72 x 186 mm
              Security (official table)AiProtection, VPN, WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise, WPS, Let's Encrypt, DNS-over-TLS, Security Scan, Firewall
              Power (official table)AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz) DC Output : 12V with max. 3A current
              Official Ethernet wording2.5G WAN x 1 2.5G LAN x 1 1G LAN x 2
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              #19

              NETGEAR Orbi 770 (RBE773)

              Best for: Wi-Fi 7, official 11 Gbps official combined class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps

              4.7/10

              What we like

              • Official table lists Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
              • Official table lists a tri-band radio
              • Official table lists a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port

              Watch out for

                Score breakdown

                Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                Official combined PHY rate 35%
                Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
                Official Ethernet port count 15%
                Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 7
                Official combined PHY rate11000 Mbps
                Fastest official Ethernet port2.5 Gbps
                Official Ethernet port count4 ports
                Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)11 Gbps official combined
                Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)7500 Mbps
                Official radio bandsTri-band
                Official spatial streams6
                Official Ethernet wordingnetgear.com/armor design and high-performance antennas provide - (3) 10/100/1000/2500 Mbps Multi-Gig Ethernet 360° WiFi coverage throughout your home, no LAN ports • Create separate WiFi Networks: matter the layout, from the front door to the backyard. - (1) 10/100/1000/2500 M…
                Source noteEthernet port count and speed taken from the official technical specification (PDF or support article) for this model.
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                #24

                ASUS ZenWiFi BT6

                Best for: Wi-Fi 7, official BE9400 class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps

                4.5/10

                What we like

                • Official table lists Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
                • Official table lists a tri-band radio
                • Official table lists a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port

                Watch out for

                  Score breakdown

                  Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                  Official combined PHY rate 35%
                  Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
                  Official Ethernet port count 15%
                  Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 7
                  Official combined PHY rate9400 Mbps
                  Fastest official Ethernet port2.5 Gbps
                  Official Ethernet port count4 ports
                  Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)BE9400
                  Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)9332 Mbps
                  Official radio bandsTri-band
                  Official spatial streams6
                  Memory (official table)RAM 1GB , Flash 128MB
                  Dimensions (official table)159 x 72 x 186 mm
                  Security (official table)AiProtection, VPN, WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise, WPS, Let's Encrypt, DNS-over-TLS, Security Scan, Firewall
                  Power (official table)AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz) DC Output : 12V with max. 3A current
                  Official Ethernet wording2.5G WAN x 1 1G LAN x 3
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                  #25

                  ASUS ZenWiFi ET8

                  Best for: Wi-Fi 6E, official AXE6600 class, tri-band, 8 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps

                  4.2/10

                  What we like

                  • Official table lists Wi-Fi 6E, including a 6 GHz band
                  • Official table lists a tri-band radio
                  • Official table lists a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port
                  • Official table lists 8 Ethernet ports on the main unit

                  Watch out for

                    Score breakdown

                    Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                    Official combined PHY rate 35%
                    Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
                    Official Ethernet port count 15%
                    Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 6E
                    Official combined PHY rate6600 Mbps
                    Fastest official Ethernet port2.5 Gbps
                    Official Ethernet port count8 ports
                    Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)AXE6600
                    Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)12079 Mbps
                    Official radio bandsTri-band
                    Official spatial streams8
                    Processor (official table)1.7 GHz quad-core processor 1.5 GHz quad-core processor
                    Memory (official table)256 MB Flash 512 MB RAM
                    Dimensions (official table)160*75*161.5 160 x 75 x 161.5 mm
                    Security (official table)AiProtection, VPN, WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK, WPA-Enterprise , WPA2-Enterprise , WPS support WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise, WPS support WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise, WPS, Let's Encrypt, DNS-over-TLS, SSH, Security Scan, Firewall, • Maximum Firewall Keyword…
                    Power (official table)AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz) DC Output : 19 V with max. 1.75 A current AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz) DC Output : 12 V with max. 3 A current
                    Official Ethernet wordingRJ45 for 2.5G BaseT for WAN x 1, RJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for LAN x 3 RJ45 for 2.5G BaseT for WAN x 1, RJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for LAN x 3
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                    #27

                    ASUS ZenWiFi AXE7800

                    Best for: Wi-Fi 6E, official AXE7800 class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps

                    3.8/10

                    What we like

                    • Official table lists Wi-Fi 6E, including a 6 GHz band
                    • Official table lists a tri-band radio
                    • Official table lists a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port

                    Watch out for

                      Score breakdown

                      Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                      Official combined PHY rate 35%
                      Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
                      Official Ethernet port count 15%
                      Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 6E
                      Official combined PHY rate7800 Mbps
                      Fastest official Ethernet port2.5 Gbps
                      Official Ethernet port count4 ports
                      Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)AXE7800
                      Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)12413 Mbps
                      Official radio bandsTri-band
                      Official spatial streams8
                      Processor (official table)1.7 GHz quad-core processor
                      Memory (official table)256 MB Flash 512 MB RAM
                      Dimensions (official table)160 x 75 x 161.5 mm
                      Security (official table)AiProtection, VPN, WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise, WPS, Let's Encrypt, DNS-over-TLS, SSH, Security Scan, Firewall, • Maximum Firewall Keyword Filter : 64, • Maximum Firewall Network Service Filter : 32, • Maximum Firewall URL Filter : 64
                      Power (official table)AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz) DC Output : 12 V with max. 3 A current
                      Official Ethernet wordingRJ45 for 2.5G BaseT for WAN x 1, RJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for LAN x 3
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                      #28

                      ASUS ZenWiFi ET9

                      Best for: Wi-Fi 6E, official AXE7800 class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps

                      3.8/10

                      What we like

                      • Official table lists Wi-Fi 6E, including a 6 GHz band
                      • Official table lists a tri-band radio
                      • Official table lists a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port

                      Watch out for

                        Score breakdown

                        Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                        Official combined PHY rate 35%
                        Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
                        Official Ethernet port count 15%
                        Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 6E
                        Official combined PHY rate7800 Mbps
                        Fastest official Ethernet port2.5 Gbps
                        Official Ethernet port count4 ports
                        Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)AXE7800
                        Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)12413 Mbps
                        Official radio bandsTri-band
                        Official spatial streams8
                        Processor (official table)1.7 GHz quad-core processor
                        Memory (official table)256 MB Flash 512 MB RAM
                        Dimensions (official table)160 x 75 x 161.5 mm
                        Security (official table)AiProtection, VPN, WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise, WPS, Let's Encrypt, DNS-over-TLS, SSH, Security Scan, Firewall, • Maximum Firewall Keyword Filter : 64, • Maximum Firewall Network Service Filter : 32, • Maximum Firewall URL Filter : 64
                        Power (official table)AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz) DC Output : 12 V with max. 3 A current
                        Official Ethernet wordingRJ45 for 2.5G BaseT for WAN x 1, RJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for LAN x 3
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                        #29

                        eero Pro 7

                        Best for: Wi-Fi 7, tri-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 5 Gbps

                        3.6/10

                        What we like

                        • Official table lists Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
                        • Official table lists a tri-band radio
                        • Official table lists a 5 Gbps or faster Ethernet port

                        Watch out for

                        • Maker table we used does not publish an IEEE class number (BE/AX); combined PHY rate is Not listed

                        Score breakdown

                        Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                        Official combined PHY rate * 35%
                        Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
                        Official Ethernet port count 15%

                        * Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

                        Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 7
                        Official combined PHY rateNot listed
                        Fastest official Ethernet port5 Gbps
                        Official Ethernet port count2 ports
                        Official radio bandsTri-band
                        Official spatial streams12
                        Maker coverage claim (official table; not scored)Up to 2,500 sq ft per device
                        Size (official table)7.1 x 5.77 x 3.09 in (180 x 146 x 78 mm)
                        Official wired speed claim (not a single-port rating)Up to 4.7 Gbps
                        Official wireless speed claim (not an IEEE class number; not scored as combined PHY)Up to 3.9 Gbps
                        Official channel width20, 40, 80, 160, 240, 320 MHz
                        Official Ethernet wordingTri-band 2x2/2x2/2x2 SU-MIMO 2.4 GHz: 2x2 5 GHz: 2x2 6 GHz: 2x2 Two 5 GbE ports Use case: Gateway or extender Placement: Sitting on a flat surface Size: 7.1 x 5.77 x 3.09 in (180 x 146 x 78 mm) Coverage: Up to 2,500 sq ft per device Supported devices: 200+ devices Connectivity…
                        Source noteOfficial comparison table does not publish an IEEE class number (BE / AX). Combined PHY class is Not listed.
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                        #31

                        ASUS ZenWiFi BD5 (BE5000)

                        Best for: Wi-Fi 7, official BE5000 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps

                        3.3/10

                        What we like

                        • Official table lists Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
                        • Official table lists a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port

                        Watch out for

                        • Official table lists a dual-band radio (no dedicated 6 GHz band)

                        Score breakdown

                        Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                        Official combined PHY rate 35%
                        Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
                        Official Ethernet port count 15%
                        Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 7
                        Official combined PHY rate5000 Mbps
                        Fastest official Ethernet port2.5 Gbps
                        Official Ethernet port count2 ports
                        Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)BE5000
                        Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)5011 Mbps
                        Official radio bandsDual-band
                        Official spatial streams4
                        Processor (official table)1.5GHz quad-core processor
                        Memory (official table)RAM 512MB , Flash 128MB
                        Dimensions (official table)140 x 70 x 140 mm
                        Security (official table)AiProtection, VPN, WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise, WPS, Let's Encrypt, DNS-over-TLS, Security Scan, Firewall
                        Power (official table)AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz) DC Output : 12V with max 1.5A current
                        Official Ethernet wording2.5G x 2 (WAN/LAN auto detecting)
                        Also listed by the maker asASUS ZenWiFi BE5000
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                        #32

                        ASUS ZenWiFi BD5 Outdoor

                        Best for: Wi-Fi 7, official BE5000 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps

                        3.3/10

                        What we like

                        • Official table lists Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
                        • Official table lists a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port

                        Watch out for

                        • Official table lists a dual-band radio (no dedicated 6 GHz band)

                        Score breakdown

                        Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                        Official combined PHY rate 35%
                        Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
                        Official Ethernet port count 15%
                        Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 7
                        Official combined PHY rate5000 Mbps
                        Fastest official Ethernet port2.5 Gbps
                        Official Ethernet port count2 ports
                        Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)BE5000
                        Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)5011 Mbps
                        Official radio bandsDual-band
                        Official spatial streams4
                        Processor (official table)1.5GHz quad-core processor
                        Memory (official table)RAM 512MB , Flash 128MB
                        Dimensions (official table)106 x 106 x 200
                        Security (official table)AiProtection, VPN, WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise, WPS, Let's Encrypt, DNS-over-TLS, Security Scan, Firewall
                        Power (official table)AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz), 2A
                        Official Ethernet wording2.5G x 2 (WAN/LAN auto detecting)
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                        #33

                        ASUS ZenWiFi BE5000 Pro

                        Best for: Wi-Fi 7, official BE5000 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps

                        3.3/10

                        What we like

                        • Official table lists Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
                        • Official table lists a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port

                        Watch out for

                        • Official table lists a dual-band radio (no dedicated 6 GHz band)

                        Score breakdown

                        Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                        Official combined PHY rate 35%
                        Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
                        Official Ethernet port count 15%
                        Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 7
                        Official combined PHY rate5000 Mbps
                        Fastest official Ethernet port2.5 Gbps
                        Official Ethernet port count2 ports
                        Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)BE5000
                        Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)5011 Mbps
                        Official radio bandsDual-band
                        Official spatial streams4
                        Processor (official table)1.5GHz quad-core processor
                        Memory (official table)RAM 512MB , Flash 128MB
                        Dimensions (official table)140 x 70 x 140 mm
                        Security (official table)AiProtection, VPN, WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise, WPS, Let's Encrypt, DNS-over-TLS, Security Scan, Firewall
                        Power (official table)AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz) DC Output : 12V with max 1.5A current
                        Official Ethernet wording2.5G x 2 (WAN/LAN auto detecting)
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                        #34

                        ASUS ZenWiFi XT9

                        Best for: Wi-Fi 6, official AX7800 class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps

                        3.3/10

                        What we like

                        • Official table lists a tri-band radio
                        • Official table lists a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port

                        Watch out for

                          Score breakdown

                          Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                          Official combined PHY rate 35%
                          Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
                          Official Ethernet port count 15%
                          Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 6
                          Official combined PHY rate7800 Mbps
                          Fastest official Ethernet port2.5 Gbps
                          Official Ethernet port count4 ports
                          Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)AX7800
                          Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)12413 Mbps
                          Official radio bandsTri-band
                          Official spatial streams8
                          Processor (official table)1.7 GHz quad-core processor
                          Memory (official table)256 MB Flash 512 MB RAM
                          Dimensions (official table)160 x 75 x 161.5 mm
                          Security (official table)WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise WPS Let's Encrypt DNS-over-TLS Security Scan Firewall • Maximum Firewall Keyword Filter : Max 64 rules • Maximum Firewall Network Service Filter : Max 32 rules • Maximum Firewall URL Filter : Max 64 rules
                          Power (official table)AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz) DC Output : 12 V with max. 3 A current
                          Official Ethernet wordingRJ45 for 2.5G BaseT for WAN x 1, RJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for LAN x 3
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                          #35

                          NETGEAR Orbi 370 (RBE373)

                          Best for: Wi-Fi 7, official 5 Gbps official combined class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps

                          3.3/10

                          What we like

                          • Official table lists Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
                          • Official table lists a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port

                          Watch out for

                          • Official table lists a dual-band radio (no dedicated 6 GHz band)

                          Score breakdown

                          Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                          Official combined PHY rate 35%
                          Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
                          Official Ethernet port count 15%
                          Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 7
                          Official combined PHY rate5000 Mbps
                          Fastest official Ethernet port2.5 Gbps
                          Official Ethernet port count2 ports
                          Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)5 Gbps official combined
                          Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)7500 Mbps
                          Official radio bandsDual-band
                          Official spatial streams4
                          Official Ethernet wordingTechnical Specifications RBE373 Whole Home Dual-band Mesh WiFi 7 System 370 Series Unlock True Multi-Gig Performance with WiFi 7 Orbi WiFi 7 is in a class of its own, designed for a new era of entertainment, hybrid work, and smart home convenience. The Orbi 370 Series unlocks …
                          Source noteEthernet port count and speed taken from the official technical specification (PDF or support article) for this model.
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                          #41

                          ASUS ZenWiFi AX (XT8)

                          Best for: Wi-Fi 6, official AX6600 class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps

                          3.1/10

                          What we like

                          • Official table lists a tri-band radio
                          • Official table lists a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port

                          Watch out for

                            Score breakdown

                            Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                            Official combined PHY rate 35%
                            Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
                            Official Ethernet port count 15%
                            Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 6
                            Official combined PHY rate6600 Mbps
                            Fastest official Ethernet port2.5 Gbps
                            Official Ethernet port count4 ports
                            Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)AX6600
                            Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)11212 Mbps
                            Official radio bandsTri-band
                            Official spatial streams8
                            Memory (official table)256 MB Flash 512 MB RAM
                            Dimensions (official table)160 x 75 x 161.5 mm
                            Security (official table)WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK, WPA-Enterprise , WPA2-Enterprise , WPS support, WPS, Let's Encrypt, DNS-over-TLS, Security Scan, Firewall, • Maximum Firewall Keyword Filter : Max 64 rules, • Maximum Firewall Network Service Filter : Max 32 rules, • Maximum Firewall URL Filter : Max 64 rules
                            Power (official table)AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz) DC Output : 19 V with max. 1.75 A current DC Output : 12 V with max. 3 A current
                            Official Ethernet wordingRJ45 for 2.5G BaseT for WAN x 1, RJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for LAN x 3
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                            #42

                            ASUS ZenWiFi BD4

                            Best for: Wi-Fi 7, 3570 Mbps official combined PHY (computed), dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps

                            3.1/10

                            What we like

                            • Official table lists Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
                            • Official table lists a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port

                            Watch out for

                            • Official table lists a dual-band radio (no dedicated 6 GHz band)

                            Score breakdown

                            Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                            Official combined PHY rate 35%
                            Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
                            Official Ethernet port count 15%
                            Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 7
                            Official combined PHY rate3570 Mbps
                            Fastest official Ethernet port2.5 Gbps
                            Official Ethernet port count2 ports
                            Combined official per-band PHY rate (computed)3570 Mbps, summed from official per-band rates
                            Official radio bandsDual-band
                            Official spatial streams4
                            Processor (official table)1.5GHz quad-core processor
                            Memory (official table)RAM 512MB , Flash 128MB
                            Dimensions (official table)140 x 70 x 140 mm
                            Security (official table)AiProtection, VPN, WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise, WPS, Let's Encrypt, DNS-over-TLS, Security Scan, Firewall
                            Power (official table)AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz) DC Output : 12V with max 1.5A current
                            Official Ethernet wording2.5G x 2 (WAN/LAN auto detecting)
                            Source noteOfficial class token was not listed; combined PHY rate is the sum of official per-band rates (computed).
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                            #43

                            ASUS ZenWiFi BE3600

                            Best for: Wi-Fi 7, official BE3600 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps

                            3.1/10

                            What we like

                            • Official table lists Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
                            • Official table lists a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port

                            Watch out for

                            • Official table lists a dual-band radio (no dedicated 6 GHz band)

                            Score breakdown

                            Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                            Official combined PHY rate 35%
                            Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
                            Official Ethernet port count 15%
                            Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 7
                            Official combined PHY rate3600 Mbps
                            Fastest official Ethernet port2.5 Gbps
                            Official Ethernet port count2 ports
                            Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)BE3600
                            Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)3570 Mbps
                            Official radio bandsDual-band
                            Official spatial streams4
                            Processor (official table)1.5GHz quad-core processor
                            Memory (official table)RAM 512MB , Flash 128MB
                            Dimensions (official table)140 x 70 x 140 mm
                            Security (official table)AiProtection, VPN, WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise, WPS, Let's Encrypt, DNS-over-TLS, Security Scan, Firewall
                            Power (official table)AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz) DC Output : 12V with max 1.5A current
                            Official Ethernet wording2.5G x 2 (WAN/LAN auto detecting)
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                            #46

                            eero 7

                            Best for: Wi-Fi 7, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps

                            2.8/10

                            What we like

                            • Official table lists Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
                            • Official table lists a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port

                            Watch out for

                            • Official table lists a dual-band radio (no dedicated 6 GHz band)
                            • Maker table we used does not publish an IEEE class number (BE/AX); combined PHY rate is Not listed

                            Score breakdown

                            Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                            Official combined PHY rate * 35%
                            Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
                            Official Ethernet port count 15%

                            * Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

                            Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 7
                            Official combined PHY rateNot listed
                            Fastest official Ethernet port2.5 Gbps
                            Official Ethernet port count2 ports
                            Official radio bandsDual-band
                            Official spatial streams8
                            Maker coverage claim (official table; not scored)Up to 2,000 sq ft per device
                            Size (official table)5.12 x 5.12 x 2.52 in (130 x 130 x 64 mm)
                            Official wired speed claim (not a single-port rating)Up to 2.3 Gbps
                            Official wireless speed claim (not an IEEE class number; not scored as combined PHY)Up to 1.8 Gbps
                            Official channel width20, 40, 80, 160, 240 MHz
                            Official Ethernet wordingDual-band 2x2/2x2 SU-MIMO 2.4 GHz: 2x2 5 GHz: 2x2 Two 2.5 GbE ports Use case: Gateway or extender Placement: Sitting on a flat surface Size: 5.12 x 5.12 x 2.52 in (130 x 130 x 64 mm) Coverage: Up to 2,000 sq ft per device Supported devices: 100+ devices Connectivity: Dual-band…
                            Source noteOfficial comparison table does not publish an IEEE class number (BE / AX). Combined PHY class is Not listed.
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                            #53

                            ASUS ZenWiFi XD6

                            Best for: Wi-Fi 6, official AX5400 class, dual-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps

                            2.5/10

                            What we like

                            • Scored fields are taken from the official specification source linked on this page

                            Watch out for

                            • Official table lists a dual-band radio (no dedicated 6 GHz band)
                            • Fastest official Ethernet port is 1 Gbps

                            Score breakdown

                            Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                            Official combined PHY rate 35%
                            Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
                            Official Ethernet port count 15%
                            Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 6
                            Official combined PHY rate5400 Mbps
                            Fastest official Ethernet port1 Gbps
                            Official Ethernet port count4 ports
                            Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)AX5400
                            Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)10211 Mbps
                            Official radio bandsDual-band
                            Official spatial streams6
                            Processor (official table)1.5 GHz tri-core processor
                            Memory (official table)XD6 256 MB Flash 512 MB RAM XD6S 128 MB Flash 512 MB RAM
                            Dimensions (official table)126.4 x 59.05 x 129.7 mm
                            Security (official table)WPS, Let's Encrypt, SSH, Firewall, • Maximum Firewall Keyword Filter : 64, • Maximum Firewall Network Service Filter : 32, • Maximum Firewall URL Filter : 64
                            Power (official table)AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz) DC Output : 12 V with max. 2 A current
                            Official Ethernet wordingXD6: RJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for WAN x 1, RJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for LAN x 3
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                            #57

                            NETGEAR Orbi RBK753P

                            Best for: Wi-Fi 6, official AX5200 class, tri-band, 4 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps

                            2.4/10

                            What we like

                            • Official table lists a tri-band radio

                            Watch out for

                            • Fastest official Ethernet port is 1 Gbps

                            Score breakdown

                            Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                            Official combined PHY rate 35%
                            Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
                            Official Ethernet port count 15%
                            Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 6
                            Official combined PHY rate5200 Mbps
                            Fastest official Ethernet port1 Gbps
                            Official Ethernet port count4 ports
                            Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)AX5200
                            Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)2400 Mbps
                            Official radio bandsTri-band
                            Official spatial streams6
                            Official Ethernet wordingEthernet WAN port Armor™ & NETGEAR Smart Parental Controls™ to monitor and protect your - Three (3) 1 Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports connected devices. • Ports –
                            Source noteEthernet port count and speed taken from the official technical specification (PDF or support article) for this model.
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                            #62

                            eero Outdoor 7

                            Best for: Wi-Fi 7, dual-band, 1 official Ethernet ports; port speed not listed

                            2.0/10

                            What we like

                            • Official table lists Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)

                            Watch out for

                            • Official table lists a dual-band radio (no dedicated 6 GHz band)
                            • Official table we used does not list an Ethernet port speed
                            • Maker table we used does not publish an IEEE class number (BE/AX); combined PHY rate is Not listed
                            • Official table lists a single Ethernet port

                            Score breakdown

                            Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                            Official combined PHY rate * 35%
                            Fastest official Ethernet port * 30%
                            Official Ethernet port count 15%

                            * Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

                            Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 7
                            Official combined PHY rateNot listed
                            Fastest official Ethernet portNot listed
                            Official Ethernet port count1 ports
                            Official radio bandsDual-band
                            Official spatial streams8
                            Maker coverage claim (official table; not scored)Up to 2,000 sq ft per device
                            Size (official table)8.19 x 6.34 x 3.54 in (208 x 161 x 90 mm)
                            Official wired speed claim (not a single-port rating)Up to 2.5 Gbps
                            Official wireless speed claim (not an IEEE class number; not scored as combined PHY)Up to 2.1 Gbps
                            Official channel width20, 40, 80, 160, 240 MHz
                            Official Ethernet wordingDual-band 2x2/2x2 MU/SU-MIMO 2.4 GHz: 2x2 5.2 GHz: 2x2 O ne PoE+ ethernet port Use case: Gateway or extender Placement: Mounted on exterior surface Size: 8.19 x 6.34 x 3.54 in (208 x 161 x 90 mm) Coverage: Up to 2,000 sq ft per device Supported devices: 100+ devices Connectivi…
                            Source noteOfficial comparison table does not publish an IEEE class number (BE / AX). Combined PHY class is Not listed.
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                            #68

                            eero PoE 6

                            Best for: Wi-Fi 6, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 2.5 Gbps

                            1.8/10

                            What we like

                            • Official table lists a 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port

                            Watch out for

                            • Official table lists a dual-band radio (no dedicated 6 GHz band)
                            • Maker table we used does not publish an IEEE class number (BE/AX); combined PHY rate is Not listed

                            Score breakdown

                            Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                            Official combined PHY rate * 35%
                            Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
                            Official Ethernet port count 15%

                            * Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

                            Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 6
                            Official combined PHY rateNot listed
                            Fastest official Ethernet port2.5 Gbps
                            Official Ethernet port count2 ports
                            Official radio bandsDual-band
                            Official spatial streams8
                            Maker coverage claim (official table; not scored)Up to 2,000 sq ft per device
                            Size (official table)6.45 x 6.45 x 1.7 in (163.8 x 163.8 x 43 mm)
                            Official wired speed claim (not a single-port rating)Up to 2.5 Gbps
                            Official wireless speed claim (not an IEEE class number; not scored as combined PHY)Up to 1.5 Gbps
                            Official channel width20, 40, 80, 160 MHz
                            Official Ethernet wordingDual-band 2x2/2x2 MU/SU-MIMO 2.4 GHz: 2x2 5.2 GHz: 2x2 One PoE-capable 2.5 Gb ethernet port One 1 Gb ethernet port Use case: Gateway or extender Placement: Mounted on a wall or ceiling Size: 6.45 x 6.45 x 1.7 in (163.8 x 163.8 x 43 mm) Coverage: Up to 2,000 sq ft per device Su…
                            Source noteOfficial comparison table does not publish an IEEE class number (BE / AX). Combined PHY class is Not listed.
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                            #69

                            eero Pro 6E

                            Best for: Wi-Fi 6E, tri-band, 2 official Ethernet ports; port speed not listed

                            1.8/10

                            What we like

                            • Official table lists Wi-Fi 6E, including a 6 GHz band
                            • Official table lists a tri-band radio

                            Watch out for

                            • Official table we used does not list an Ethernet port speed
                            • Maker table we used does not publish an IEEE class number (BE/AX); combined PHY rate is Not listed

                            Score breakdown

                            Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                            Official combined PHY rate * 35%
                            Fastest official Ethernet port * 30%
                            Official Ethernet port count 15%

                            * Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

                            Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 6E
                            Official combined PHY rateNot listed
                            Fastest official Ethernet portNot listed
                            Official Ethernet port count2 ports
                            Official radio bandsTri-band
                            Official spatial streams12
                            Maker coverage claim (official table; not scored)Up to 2,000 sq ft per device
                            Size (official table)5.47 x 5.47 x 2.17 in (139 x 139 x 55 mm)
                            Official wired speed claim (not a single-port rating)Up to 1 Gbps
                            Official wireless speed claim (not an IEEE class number; not scored as combined PHY)Up to 1.3 Gbps
                            Official channel width20, 40, 80, 160 MHz
                            Official Ethernet wordingTri-band 2x2/2x2/2x2 MU/SU-MIMO 2.4 GHz: 2x2 5 GHz: 2x2 6 GHz: 2x2 Two ethernet ports Use case: Gateway or extender Placement: Sitting on a flat surface Size: 5.47 x 5.47 x 2.17 in (139 x 139 x 55 mm) Coverage: Up to 2,000 sq ft per device Supported devices: 75+ devices Connec…
                            Source noteOfficial comparison table does not publish an IEEE class number (BE / AX). Combined PHY class is Not listed.
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                            #70

                            ASUS ZenWiFi AX Hybrid (XP4)

                            Best for: Wi-Fi 6, official AX1800 class, dual-band, 3 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps

                            1.7/10

                            What we like

                            • Scored fields are taken from the official specification source linked on this page

                            Watch out for

                            • Official table lists a dual-band radio (no dedicated 6 GHz band)
                            • Fastest official Ethernet port is 1 Gbps

                            Score breakdown

                            Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                            Official combined PHY rate 35%
                            Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
                            Official Ethernet port count 15%
                            Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 6
                            Official combined PHY rate1800 Mbps
                            Fastest official Ethernet port1 Gbps
                            Official Ethernet port count3 ports
                            Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)AX1800
                            Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)4642 Mbps
                            Official radio bandsDual-band
                            Processor (official table)64bit 1.2 GHz quad-core processor
                            Memory (official table)256 MB Flash 512 MB RAM
                            Dimensions (official table)148x71x208 mm / 5.04 x 2.79 x 8.19 In
                            Security (official table)WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise, WPS support, WPS, Let's Encrypt, SSH, Firewall, • Maximum Firewall Keyword Filter : Max 64 rules, • Maximum Firewall Network Service Filter : Max 32 rules, • Maximum Firewall URL Filter : Max 64 rules
                            Power (official table)AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz)
                            Official Ethernet wordingRJ45 for Gigabit BaseT for WAN x 1, RJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for LAN x 2 AC Power Jack with PLC x 1
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                            #74

                            ASUS ZenWiFi AX Hybrid (XC5)

                            Best for: Wi-Fi 6, official AX3000 class, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports, up to 1 Gbps

                            1.5/10

                            What we like

                            • Scored fields are taken from the official specification source linked on this page

                            Watch out for

                            • Official table lists a dual-band radio (no dedicated 6 GHz band)
                            • Fastest official Ethernet port is 1 Gbps

                            Score breakdown

                            Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                            Official combined PHY rate 35%
                            Fastest official Ethernet port 30%
                            Official Ethernet port count 15%
                            Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 6
                            Official combined PHY rate3000 Mbps
                            Fastest official Ethernet port1 Gbps
                            Official Ethernet port count2 ports
                            Official Wi-Fi class (spec table or official title)AX3000
                            Sum of official per-band PHY rates (computed)7509 Mbps
                            Official radio bandsDual-band
                            Official spatial streams4
                            Processor (official table)1.7 GHz quad-core processor
                            Memory (official table)128 MB Flash 512 MB RAM
                            Dimensions (official table)155 x 140 x 92 mm
                            Security (official table)WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise, WPS support, WPS, Let's Encrypt, SSH, Firewall, • Maximum Firewall Keyword Filter : 64, • Maximum Firewall Network Service Filter : 32, • Maximum Firewall URL Filter : 64
                            Power (official table)AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz) DC Output : 12 V with max. 1.5 A current
                            Official Ethernet wordingRJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for WAN/LAN x 1, RJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for LAN x 1, Coax for MoCA x 1
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                            #87

                            eero 6

                            Best for: Wi-Fi 6, dual-band, 2 official Ethernet ports; port speed not listed

                            1.3/10

                            What we like

                            • Scored fields are taken from the official specification source linked on this page

                            Watch out for

                            • Official table lists a dual-band radio (no dedicated 6 GHz band)
                            • Official table we used does not list an Ethernet port speed
                            • Maker table we used does not publish an IEEE class number (BE/AX); combined PHY rate is Not listed

                            Score breakdown

                            Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                            Official combined PHY rate * 35%
                            Fastest official Ethernet port * 30%
                            Official Ethernet port count 15%

                            * Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

                            Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 6
                            Official combined PHY rateNot listed
                            Fastest official Ethernet portNot listed
                            Official Ethernet port count2 ports
                            Official radio bandsDual-band
                            Official spatial streams16
                            Maker coverage claim (official table; not scored)Up to 1,500 sq ft per device Up to 1,500 sq ft per device
                            Size (official table)3.91 x 3.82 x 2.42 in (99.3 x 97 x 61.5 mm) 3.91 x 3.82 x 2.42 in (99.3 x 97 x 61.5 mm)
                            Official wired speed claim (not a single-port rating)Up to 1 Gbps N/A
                            Official wireless speed claim (not an IEEE class number; not scored as combined PHY)Up to 900 Mbps Up to 900 Mbps
                            Official channel width20, 40, 80 MHz 20, 40, 80 MHz
                            Official Ethernet wordingDual-band 2x2/2x2 MU/SU-MIMO 2.4 GHz: 2x2 5.2 GHz: 2x2) T wo ethernet ports Dual-band 2x2/2x2 MU/SU-MIMO 2.4 GHz: 2x2 5.2 GHz: 2x2 No ethernet ports Use case: Gateway or extender Wireless extender Placement: Sitting on a flat surface Sitting on a flat surface Size: 3.91 x 3.82…
                            Source noteOfficial comparison table does not publish an IEEE class number (BE / AX). Combined PHY class is Not listed.
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                            #88

                            eero Pro 6

                            Best for: Wi-Fi 6, tri-band, 2 official Ethernet ports; port speed not listed

                            1.3/10

                            What we like

                            • Official table lists a tri-band radio

                            Watch out for

                            • Official table we used does not list an Ethernet port speed
                            • Maker table we used does not publish an IEEE class number (BE/AX); combined PHY rate is Not listed

                            Score breakdown

                            Official Wi-Fi generation 20%
                            Official combined PHY rate * 35%
                            Fastest official Ethernet port * 30%
                            Official Ethernet port count 15%

                            * Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

                            Official Wi-Fi generationWi-Fi 6
                            Official combined PHY rateNot listed
                            Fastest official Ethernet portNot listed
                            Official Ethernet port count2 ports
                            Official radio bandsTri-band
                            Official spatial streams16
                            Maker coverage claim (official table; not scored)Up to 2,000 sq ft per device
                            Size (official table)5.3 x 5.3 x 2.1 in (134.6 x 134.6 x 53.3 mm)
                            Official wired speed claim (not a single-port rating)Up to 1 Gbps
                            Official wireless speed claim (not an IEEE class number; not scored as combined PHY)Up to 1.3 Gbps
                            Official channel width20, 40, 80 MHz
                            Official Ethernet wordingTri-band 2x2/2x2/4x4 MU/SU-MIMO 2.4 GHz: 2x2 5.2 GHz: 2x2 5.8 GHz: 4x4 Two ethernet ports Use case: Gateway or extender Placement: Sitting on a flat surface Size: 5.3 x 5.3 x 2.1 in (134.6 x 134.6 x 53.3 mm) Coverage: Up to 2,000 sq ft per device Supported devices: 75+ devices…
                            Source noteOfficial comparison table does not publish an IEEE class number (BE / AX). Combined PHY class is Not listed.
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                            Buying guide: how to choose the right mesh Wi-Fi system

                            Read the official class and the official ports together

                            A high official BE or AX class describes theoretical radio PHY rate, not the speed of your internet plan or a wired backhaul. If you have a multi-gig plan, also check the official WAN/LAN port speed on the same table. We score both, and we label a summed per-band figure computed when the class token itself is missing.

                            Mesh packs versus a single router

                            This category lists mesh wi-fi systems only. Pack size is not scored: a 3-pack of the same official radio does not outrank a 2-pack. Coverage claims in square feet are maker estimates and are not scored.

                            What 'Not listed' means

                            If a maker's table omits a scored field — for example eero not publishing a BE/AX class, or a travel router not stating port speed — we show Not listed and score that field at the category minimum. We do not borrow a number from a retailer listing.

                            Safety and setup

                            Use the official power adapter, change the default admin password, enable the official WPA3 option when your clients support it, and install official firmware. Outdoor and PoE models have additional official install rules. Confirm the current specification with the maker and the retailer before you buy.

                            How this ranking is calculated

                            Score = weighted average of normalised specs, out of 10. Full method

                            Official Wi-Fi generationThe official Wi-Fi generation published on the maker's specification table (Wi-Fi 5, 6, 6E or 7). Scale: 5 → 7.
                            20%
                            Official combined PHY rateThe official BE/AX/AC class number (for example BE10000 = 10,000 Mbps). If the class token is not listed, we add the official per-band PHY rates and label that figure computed. eero's 'wireless speeds up to' claims are not this field. Scale: 1200 → 27000 Mbps.
                            35%
                            Fastest official Ethernet portThe fastest official Ethernet port on the main unit (router or primary node), from the maker's port table or official technical-spec PDF. Scale: 1 → 10 Gbps.
                            30%
                            Official Ethernet port countHow many official Ethernet ports the main unit has. Satellite-only ports on a mesh pack are not added to this count. Scale: 1 → 6 ports.
                            15%

                            Frequently asked questions

                            Do you test these mesh systems in a lab?

                            No. Rankings use only figures published on official manufacturer specification tables or official technical-spec PDFs, each linked on the product page. We do not publish prices, customer ratings or hands-on test scores.

                            Why is maker coverage (square feet) not a scored field?

                            Makers publish coverage claims, but they are not a standardized lab measurement and often depend on pack size. We may show a maker coverage claim as an extra specification, clearly labelled, and we do not score it.

                            How do you handle 2-pack and 3-pack versions of the same mesh system?

                            When pack sizes share the same official radio and main-unit Ethernet figures, we put them on one page and note the pack variants. A 3-pack does not outrank a 2-pack of the same hardware on scored specs.

                            Why is an eero model's combined PHY rate listed as Not listed?

                            eero's official comparison table publishes generation, bands, streams and Ethernet, but not an IEEE class number such as BE22000. We do not treat eero's 'wireless speeds up to' marketing figure as a BE/AX class. The combined PHY field is Not listed and scores at the category minimum, so an unpublished class never outranks a published one.

                            What if a spec is missing on the official table?

                            We show Not listed and score that field at the lowest published value in the category. We do not fill gaps from retailer listings or reviews.

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