Yes. All models up to the last rendition of the Google Nest Wifi before the Nest Wifi Pro are ALL compatible with eachother. However... Nest Wifi Pros are ONLY compatible with other Nest Wifi Pro roughters and points. So if you already have a mesh Nest Wifi or older setup, and are happy with it but just need to expand range, want the speaker or something else like that, buy the one featured here and avoid the Pro. The Pro will only give you Wifi 6 which is really only needed for stuff like playing VR on an Oculus Quest 2 or Pico 4 via wireless desktop. For 99% of all users, just buy this featured product and save yourself the couple hundred bucks.
I bought 3 of these routers on eBay for less than $100 each. I didn’t want the access points since I don’t use the google assistant. I have these set up with a wired back haul and my internet is 940 down. My wifi strength is 433 in each room that has a unit. It’s around 300 down in rooms without the routers. I can’t bring myself to spend a few hundred on a new setup and get a substantial increase in speed. Plus I can grow my smart home with over 300 devices.
Great router and mesh system . Suitable for both small and larger homes ( big houses as a mesh ) , for most people . Wifi -5 , AC is still a great standard offering fast speeds and connectivity through thick walls . Price and feature wise it’s not an overkill
I have purchased a Google Nest Router and have 2 additional Google Mesh (older points). In the UK it's far cheaoer to buy another Router than a Point so was wondering if I can purchase a couple more routers and use them as additional points to improve speed around my home or would you say it's not worth upgrading the older points?
For our use in our home, it's not worth it. I have the same setup as you, also in the UK. Mainly because the Google WiFi points are already capped at 1.2gbps and that is more than fast enough for most people. The only reason it would be worthy to upgrade, is if you needed the added benefits of the upgraded mesh system (if yours is struggling), and the smart home speaker system. From my knowledge, at least, I'd stay as you are for now!
will this router still make my pixel 6, when using Google Duo, switch to the cell network from wifi because of "weak signal", when standing 5 feet away from it? It happens using my netgear nighthawk RAX45. Not sure if it's a router thing, or a google duo issue, but figured if it was a google phone, using a google app, on a google router, there shouldn't be any issues, right?
I'd be all over this, but it is not Wifi6 :( which is critical for Air Link/Virtual Desktop that I use for Oculus Quest PC VR content. I have a ton of IoT devices; specifically Google Home/Nest devices, so this would otherwise be great for my home. Think I'll hold out for a future revision.
I've seen these things go on sale lately. Normally means that the shops are clearing out the stock they have, cause there's a new one coming out soon......potentially with WiFi 6??? Thx for the review, very helpful
I’ve been confused if I buy a nest just one since my place is an apartment does it give off a Wi-Fi signal or do I need to have a google fiber router for it to connect to cuz fiber isn’t available in my areas so I figured this was an alternative but it seems like it isn’t I need help
@@k3dagoat954 the title of the video answers your question. I would spend the time learning what a modem is, router, and capable devices that include WiFi (wireless internet) built-in!
I agree it lacks advance settings but all in all it's a really Google mesh system. Don't have issues at all with this. For the average person it's a set and forget router
@@JohnOkleberry thanks. I ended up buying one. Glad I only did the one, I will turn it into an AP for the garage or something out back if I get the new version.
@@paulleefizzle paul this is great to know. I have been thinking of purchasing a set of these, and was wondering if they can be added to speaker groups. This is brilliant
Audio on this video is horrible. I had to turn on CC to understand what you are saying. Sounds like your mic is under the table or in a drawer. Of course, you could preview your video before uploading it.
I have these kits and it's far from being the best. GOOGLE home app is still buggy, too few network settings, no WiFi 6, and IP V6 is poorly implemented (own admission by Google support) and many ISP TV set top boxes don't work once connected to these nest WiFi units. On the plus side, they look good and the mesh data communications also work over LAN/RJ45 connection.
I really wanted to support Google's products, bad sadly I have to say that their mesh system is crap. I've been using it for about 1.5 years now, with inconsistent mesh connections/speeds for no reasons, and lots of frustrating factory resets to fix these problems.
The WiFi Router models (no speaker built-in) can be connected to devices over Ethernet. One such device can be a router which brings internet into the home. From there, the internet access can be shared over WiFi through the Ethernet connection. From there, you can expand the network with other routers or points by creating a mesh system. This can be done over Ethernet (Ethernet backhaul) or WiFi (just plug it into the wall and use the Google Home app to establish the mesh). I hope this helps clarify a bit. The original Google WiFi is more pick like and it's 1200 vs the 2200 of the newer router model. The points are somewhere inbetween as I recall
I agree. The old ones that look like a puck had 2 Ethernet ports: the new ones don’t. In addition I had weird problems with loss of internet connection that was resolved by going back to my old Google mesh system. This loss of internet connection has been seen by other people.
@@mervyn2316 I honestly don’t know. Those Ethernet ports gave me additional flexibility. Here’s an example: I have a photovoltaic system that communicates with the Enphase server via my Enphase device. This Enphase device connects to my home internet either by a device called a bridge, or can be hardwired into my home internet via an Ethernet cable. The bridge that was installed by my photovoltaic installer failed after 15 yrs. Rather than buy another bridge, I installed a Google WiFi point in my garage and ran an Ethernet patch cable from this WiFi point to the Enphase device that was mounted on my garage exterior wall. This WiFi point gave me very good WiFi coverage in my garage as well as an internet connection for my Enphase device.
This IS compatible with my old google wifi points I currently use ? Or not?
Yes. All models up to the last rendition of the Google Nest Wifi before the Nest Wifi Pro are ALL compatible with eachother.
However... Nest Wifi Pros are ONLY compatible with other Nest Wifi Pro roughters and points.
So if you already have a mesh Nest Wifi or older setup, and are happy with it but just need to expand range, want the speaker or something else like that, buy the one featured here and avoid the Pro. The Pro will only give you Wifi 6 which is really only needed for stuff like playing VR on an Oculus Quest 2 or Pico 4 via wireless desktop.
For 99% of all users, just buy this featured product and save yourself the couple hundred bucks.
@@m.russellader3995 this comes 3 months after I bought wifi pro and changed my entire network 🤣
I bought 3 of these routers on eBay for less than $100 each. I didn’t want the access points since I don’t use the google assistant. I have these set up with a wired back haul and my internet is 940 down. My wifi strength is 433 in each room that has a unit. It’s around 300 down in rooms without the routers. I can’t bring myself to spend a few hundred on a new setup and get a substantial increase in speed. Plus I can grow my smart home with over 300 devices.
How do you know if something is actually wifi or is it just an enhancer??? Is google wifi actually home internet or is it just an enhancer
Great router and mesh system .
Suitable for both small and larger homes ( big houses as a mesh ) , for most people .
Wifi -5 , AC is still a great standard offering fast speeds and connectivity through thick walls .
Price and feature wise it’s not an overkill
does it give 2 separate channels for 2.4ghz and 5ghz wifi?
hi, quick question. If i connect this to my existing modem/router, can i still leave my Hue Bridge and Hive Hub to my modem?
I bought mine around 2 years ago it is pretty nice, however now with around 20 devices connected, the lack of wifi 6 is really a thing
So do I have to have a wifi box already or it is wifi by itself?
@@k3dagoat954 it fully replaces your router, you just need to have the modem, on my case my modem is the one I got from my ISP
@@LeonardoRossetto what’s a modem
How am I supposed to mount this on my ceiling? Especially if it's supposed to replace a Unifi access point.
I have purchased a Google Nest Router and have 2 additional Google Mesh (older points). In the UK it's far cheaoer to buy another Router than a Point so was wondering if I can purchase a couple more routers and use them as additional points to improve speed around my home or would you say it's not worth upgrading the older points?
For our use in our home, it's not worth it. I have the same setup as you, also in the UK. Mainly because the Google WiFi points are already capped at 1.2gbps and that is more than fast enough for most people. The only reason it would be worthy to upgrade, is if you needed the added benefits of the upgraded mesh system (if yours is struggling), and the smart home speaker system. From my knowledge, at least, I'd stay as you are for now!
will this router still make my pixel 6, when using Google Duo, switch to the cell network from wifi because of "weak signal", when standing 5 feet away from it? It happens using my netgear nighthawk RAX45. Not sure if it's a router thing, or a google duo issue, but figured if it was a google phone, using a google app, on a google router, there shouldn't be any issues, right?
is this just for a smart home?
Do Google nest will work with ubiquti edge 5 port router?
Why can’t they all look this good. Too bad this doesn’t perform. I sent mine back. Slow down please. You had some great info. Was just exhausting.
I'd be all over this, but it is not Wifi6 :( which is critical for Air Link/Virtual Desktop that I use for Oculus Quest PC VR content. I have a ton of IoT devices; specifically Google Home/Nest devices, so this would otherwise be great for my home. Think I'll hold out for a future revision.
They just released a new google nest wifi with wifi6 today- which is how I ended up on this video, while trying to research it haha
@@Tja22 I seen that! Plan on watching some reviews on it, but otherwise looks promising.
@@Tja22 hey would you be able link me where you found this new wifi 6 google mesh system
@@bilalchafchak2163 me too
Ever consider decaf ?
I've seen these things go on sale lately. Normally means that the shops are clearing out the stock they have, cause there's a new one coming out soon......potentially with WiFi 6???
Thx for the review, very helpful
You called it. The pro has WiFi 6.
Oh don't, you gonna be frustrated on wifi6, some of old smart devices can't connect so you have to upgrades all 2.4ghz capable devices
My mesh isn't showing as a device to add to my speaker group. However, it does talk to me. Why?
Have to add the points in the home app to your music group.
I’ve been confused if I buy a nest just one since my place is an apartment does it give off a Wi-Fi signal or do I need to have a google fiber router for it to connect to cuz fiber isn’t available in my areas so I figured this was an alternative but it seems like it isn’t I need help
Although this question is 3w old yes this will act as a router and you name it how you want
@@Realtubetv so do I need wifi already or is it it’s own wifi
@@k3dagoat954 the title of the video answers your question. I would spend the time learning what a modem is, router, and capable devices that include WiFi (wireless internet) built-in!
Is this AC1200 or AC2200. It’s a shame that this guy doesn’t even say the model number or Wi-Fi standard 802.11 AC, AX or what?
Can I use this for my tv tho
I agree it lacks advance settings but all in all it's a really Google mesh system. Don't have issues at all with this. For the average person it's a set and forget router
It's misinformation to show the router as a google assistant powered smart speaker, only the access points work as a smart speaker.
Is there any buzz on what comes after this Nest WiFi? Looking for a router, the Google WiFi lasted 3 years so this one is looking long in the tooth.
October 6th event will hopefully have the official announcement for what people are calling the Google WiFi Pro
@@JohnOkleberry thanks. I ended up buying one. Glad I only did the one, I will turn it into an AP for the garage or something out back if I get the new version.
Would I need a modem to use a Google Mesh?
Yes
Can the routers be used as multi-room speakers kind of like a Sonos set up, if you have a few of these things?
No
I ended up purchasing these and the answer is yes. I have 3 of these set up in various parts of my home and I can play music throughout my house.
@@matthieuhattab3339 lol Matt's just making stuff up xD
@@mjt1517 who is Matt? me? Am I making stuff up?
@@paulleefizzle paul this is great to know. I have been thinking of purchasing a set of these, and was wondering if they can be added to speaker groups. This is brilliant
Sadly I can’t set up mine. Any way to contact google?
Audio on this video is horrible. I had to turn on CC to understand what you are saying. Sounds like your mic is under the table or in a drawer. Of course, you could preview your video before uploading it.
Can I put one in my room on my desk and plug a Ethernet into my pc and have actual consistent speeds and no lag?
If you plug it into the router
I have these kits and it's far from being the best. GOOGLE home app is still buggy, too few network settings, no WiFi 6, and IP V6 is poorly implemented (own admission by Google support) and many ISP TV set top boxes don't work once connected to these nest WiFi units.
On the plus side, they look good and the mesh data communications also work over LAN/RJ45 connection.
Whats a better setup i can buy? Would be nice to have something that does control smart home studf
Can the router and access point be connect by a RJ45 wired backbone?
What your opinion on the best mesh router for 2022
Eero pro 6
Your words started to blur into each other at warp factor 9. 9
This video is misleading I’m pretty sure. The router doesn’t have a speaker or microphone, I think only the points do.
You can actually set static iPs with Google after being connected just saying. Saying you can’t is false information.
Thanks. I enjoyed this! Really helped
Great updated review!
Nice review. You speak VERY rapidly!! Hard to keep up
There's a playback speed function. You can slow it down pretty easily.
Gets my nomination for the worlds fastest (and unintelligible speaker)
it's hard to hear what you're saying. please get a better mic :)
Nice video.
thanks for this informative video.
Here appreciating your video and explanation a lot! Greetings from Argentina!
Micromachines guy does a nest review
I really wanted to support Google's products, bad sadly I have to say that their mesh system is crap. I've been using it for about 1.5 years now, with inconsistent mesh connections/speeds for no reasons, and lots of frustrating factory resets to fix these problems.
wtf is wifi 6?
Crap devices. I have 7 units setup in a 3-level townhouse and they consistently drop off and freeze!
Try something else.
So is this a WiFi provider?
No, it just makes your wifi stronger.
so could you use a mobile verizon mofi with this for stronger wifi?
If only the title answered that question and the product support page!?!?!?!??!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!
The WiFi Router models (no speaker built-in) can be connected to devices over Ethernet. One such device can be a router which brings internet into the home. From there, the internet access can be shared over WiFi through the Ethernet connection. From there, you can expand the network with other routers or points by creating a mesh system. This can be done over Ethernet (Ethernet backhaul) or WiFi (just plug it into the wall and use the Google Home app to establish the mesh). I hope this helps clarify a bit. The original Google WiFi is more pick like and it's 1200 vs the 2200 of the newer router model. The points are somewhere inbetween as I recall
Puck
$350 for a router and point!?
It’s 2 points and a router at that price
Yes, cheap, cheap!!!!
Bro is it me or did anyone notice that he has one big ass front tooth. Like his top teeth all come down to that one big ass tooth
Talks extremely FAST!
💰💰💰💰💰💰💰🏠
You speak far too fast - slow down please.
Me, who watches videos at x1. 25 speed: 👀
Maybe you just comprehend too slow?
And his volume is too low
Watch it on lower speed
Me who watches videos at 1.5x speed 😭😭😭 f my drag.
This Nest is so much worse than the original Google Wifi
i replaced all my nest wifi points to nest wifi router and problem solved.
I agree. The old ones that look like a puck had 2 Ethernet ports: the new ones don’t. In addition I had weird problems with loss of internet connection that was resolved by going back to my old Google mesh system. This loss of internet connection has been seen by other people.
@@alanlau3278 why did they get rid of the Ethernet ports? I would have thought that's a feature worth keeping
@@mervyn2316 I honestly don’t know. Those Ethernet ports gave me additional flexibility. Here’s an example: I have a photovoltaic system that communicates with the Enphase server via my Enphase device. This Enphase device connects to my home internet either by a device called a bridge, or can be hardwired into my home internet via an Ethernet cable. The bridge that was installed by my photovoltaic installer failed after 15 yrs. Rather than buy another bridge, I installed a Google WiFi point in my garage and ran an Ethernet patch cable from this WiFi point to the Enphase device that was mounted on my garage exterior wall. This WiFi point gave me very good WiFi coverage in my garage as well as an internet connection for my Enphase device.