Mesh Wi-Fi vs. range extenders: The best option for your home

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  • Опубликовано: 25 янв 2025

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  • @CNET
    @CNET  3 года назад +24

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    • @yoyoyo7083
      @yoyoyo7083 2 года назад

      Why is Orbi still 700 bucks, it's been a year now. But it looks like Orbi might be the one that supports other Modems? Because the alst I saw, Tp-link Mesh only supports Mesh modems or something. SO confusing. What other descent WIFI 6 Mesh extenders are there?

  • @microwavegommmm916
    @microwavegommmm916 3 года назад +101

    Jesus Christ, I can't even express how refreshing it is to get an answer within the first minute of the video.
    Thank you

  • @Reikuma-X
    @Reikuma-X Месяц назад +13

    Nah fr, I’m honestly going to watch your full video because you gave me the info within 20 seconds. Literal GOAT

  • @junhuang3053
    @junhuang3053 3 года назад +681

    40 seconds to answer my question. short and on point. LIKED!

  • @solo_choco
    @solo_choco 3 года назад +58

    What a nice guy! Within few seconds tells you what you wanna know but then you keep in the video to learn the reasons.

  • @mrfisayo
    @mrfisayo Год назад +8

    Thank you. I used to plug my extender in the dead zone. I learnt from this video to plug it in the closest location possible where it can receive a strong connection.

  • @mcsjsanders
    @mcsjsanders Год назад +1

    Dude, straight up, you answered the question immediately and then continued on for the nerds, i never subscribed to how to channels, but you got me. I am subscribed.

  • @mistrzu1221
    @mistrzu1221 7 месяцев назад +5

    40s to the point, and details later, thank you sir. We need more people like you!

    • @Corn0nTheCobb
      @Corn0nTheCobb 18 дней назад +2

      Only 21 seconds actually

    • @mistrzu1221
      @mistrzu1221 18 дней назад

      @@Corn0nTheCobb yeah, but still, he said what he will expand about later so I will count those 40s, witch is still unbelivle awesome, and should be example for all creators!

  • @yichaohan2910
    @yichaohan2910 3 года назад +84

    The problem with the extender is that it is actually a different wifi device. With more and more people using cellphones and tablets, it is common that some spots have weak signals but still connected. It requires you manually switch between the main wifi router and the extender. This is ok for me but for the elders and young kids, it is challenging. That's why I prefer mesh routers over the extender.

    • @ThatBoyMichael1
      @ThatBoyMichael1 3 года назад +4

      Which one do you have??

    • @yoyoyo7083
      @yoyoyo7083 2 года назад +1

      The thing is I find it hard searching for WIFI 6 Mesh extenders that support other modems or routers. Most of them only support its own brand of routers. Any products you know?

    • @mjvaquatics2626
      @mjvaquatics2626 2 года назад

      I felt that way too until I realized that with my Linksys AC750 (6300) I could set both 2.4 and 5g names to same as the router with a simple checkbox. Makes it transparent to everyone (perhaps not all extenders let you do this?)

    • @yoyoyo7083
      @yoyoyo7083 2 года назад +1

      @@mjvaquatics2626 Also, I would prefer an extender that connects via ethernet cable from the main router. I feel wireless extenders just aren't my type. I think what I am talking abt are called Acess points. Only problem is, I want the access points to function like the Mesh network.

    • @mjvaquatics2626
      @mjvaquatics2626 2 года назад +2

      @@yoyoyo7083 I think you may have missed my point...I was able to name the extender the same as the primary wifi router so no separate connection is required. On my linksys extender, it was just a checkbox to make the extender the same as the router - you might be able to rename yours??? ... (so what I'm doing is a poor man's mesh with an extender that I also plug my LT into with an ethernet cable.) 🙂

  • @Zeek509
    @Zeek509 3 года назад +72

    Very well explained, and I love the super short synopsis at the beginning!

  • @tombiondi9969
    @tombiondi9969 2 года назад +22

    I just installed Eero mesh network (3 units) and it’s an amazing upgrade. I’ve been in the same house for 25 years and been battling poor coverage since wifi technology emerged. I tried wifi extenders and those stupid powerline units which never worked. I finally have perfect coverage in the entire house.

    • @edisuryachandra9661
      @edisuryachandra9661 2 года назад

      do you connect the 3 units wirelessly or via ethernet?

    • @yousef.al-assaf
      @yousef.al-assaf 2 года назад

      @Edi Surya Chandra
      You can't connect them to each other through ethernet. The ethernet ports only serve as an output

    • @chichunchen4783
      @chichunchen4783 Год назад

      You definitely can use wired backhaul for eero smh.

    • @sideswipe1978
      @sideswipe1978 Год назад

      What kind of speeds do the mesh provide over wireless? Is it almost as fast as a wired connection or at least 50% of wired connections? I bought one and I’m having issues. I’m sure it’s operator error on my part but it’s very slow. I get 900 mbps at my modem/router but no where near on my mesh. I’m looking into having to bridge my modem/router but idk if that’s a thing or not . Thanks for any info

  • @JamesFraley
    @JamesFraley 2 месяца назад +1

    The intro rocked. Thank you.

  • @kennette2121
    @kennette2121 2 года назад +2

    AMAZING TLDR. every video on youtube should adopt this style. Great stuff

  • @giftxdj6290
    @giftxdj6290 2 года назад

    Thank you for the first 27 seconds of this video pure honesty for the common man

  • @ghostofkyiv3422
    @ghostofkyiv3422 2 месяца назад

    The format of this video, quick to the point added detail for those who want it earn an immediate sub and like.

  • @ahnowiknow
    @ahnowiknow 7 месяцев назад

    HAHA the TDLR at the beginning was genius. Thank you ! But I watched the whole thing because it was informative and not full of trash dribble from other videos. Keep up the great content. You have earnt my like and subscription which is very rare. Cheers

  •  Год назад +1

    Fastest like and subscribe I ever gave to anyone ever 😂

  • @blose4793
    @blose4793 3 года назад +5

    Recently, I bought and installed a new asus ax router and use my existing asus lyra trio mesh routers as extenders. I am happy that my old lyra trio mesh routers can still be useful.

  • @malzahar3
    @malzahar3 3 года назад

    Immediate thumbs up for telling us the answer in one sentence at the first 30 sec

  • @djoutlaw886
    @djoutlaw886 5 месяцев назад

    First 40 seconds of video is why I have subscribed.. good stuff

  • @simonharton7052
    @simonharton7052 3 года назад +60

    Very good, I was surprised you left out some of the main limitations of extenders that is, 1 you need to reconnect all of your wireless devices to a new wireless network 2 your devices will stick to the networks when moving throughout your home and 3 powerline extenders suffer from interference on your home power lines.

    • @codymackie
      @codymackie 3 года назад +3

      I know tp link has one mesh which turns their compatible routers and extenders and powerline wifi products make a mesh network which is cool.

    • @joshuaphillips1081
      @joshuaphillips1081 3 года назад +9

      Yeah, that's always been the primary limitation of a wifi extender for most people. They don't like to walk into their garage, find out that their wifi is getting spotty, then reconnect to an "_EXT" network. Then, you have to switch back to the other network when you walk back into your kitchen. It typically only takes 10 to 20 seconds to make the switch and reconnect, but it is a little irritating.

    • @Sparky68M
      @Sparky68M 3 года назад +7

      my extenders are set up to mimic my router I don't have to reconnect when I move to the garage out side , they have the same SIDD as my router

    • @ThatBoyMichael1
      @ThatBoyMichael1 3 года назад +3

      @@Sparky68M what is it called??? And it’s it good??

    • @CharlesBeast
      @CharlesBeast 3 года назад +3

      @@ThatBoyMichael1 Most of them nowadays will do this feature if you match the brand of your router to your range extender. For example, if you have a Netgear router & range extender, they'll use the same SSID. However, if you have a Netgear router & TP-Link extender, the extender will be _EXT. That's a general rule.

  • @miked6097
    @miked6097 3 года назад +1

    Got the tp link ax1800 it’s great. I couldn’t game before I had it (when I moved to new place) and now it works better than ever before I moved lol.

  • @TheKnightrider06
    @TheKnightrider06 Месяц назад

    Best intro! To the point

  • @13elborracho13
    @13elborracho13 3 года назад

    Got the basic Info i was looking for in 25 seconds automatic like. We need more people making videos like this! Lol

  • @happy5808
    @happy5808 5 месяцев назад

    I literally fast forwarded the video and was surprised he said thank you already!! 😊

  • @bdavali4342
    @bdavali4342 3 года назад +7

    I saw the 3-piece Netgear Orbi at Costco yesterday for $399! I paid $429 three months ago! Very satisfied with whole-house 2-story coverage with just the main router and 1 satellite. Have the second one running toward the front of the house to improve signal strength for Ring Doorbell and Ring floodlight camera over driveway.

  • @n.h187
    @n.h187 3 года назад +14

    Home network videos are so fun to watch.

  • @ShadowPuppet3001
    @ShadowPuppet3001 Год назад +1

    great video, what wifi extender do I need to have wifi outside my apartment building 🤔 😅, and stop people from using my wifi

  • @tedbendixson
    @tedbendixson 3 года назад +13

    Extremely useful video! It gave me a simple way to think about improving wifi coverage in my home

  • @KHolt22
    @KHolt22 2 года назад

    I appreciate the quick and to the point answer at the start. Very helpful and it didn't waste my time.

  • @_w_w_
    @_w_w_ 3 года назад +20

    I think companies like AT&T and Comcast are in cahoots with the WiFi industry. If only both of their common gateways do better, most of us won't need extenders. It's shocking that a $30 cheap router can provide better range than the AT&T and Comcast gateways. They intentionally generate demand for these extenders by lowing the WiFi performance. I am surprised "green" organizations have not gone after them... The extra power needed to run a collection of extenders is just so unnecessary. Plus, the standard extenders use WiFi as backhaul, generating extra traffic on already very crowded RF airwaves.

    • @ceekloss5705
      @ceekloss5705 3 года назад +1

      Well said

    • @Kemachris
      @Kemachris 3 года назад

      Or they just got the 10$ router ;)

  • @LuhMelly2Smelly
    @LuhMelly2Smelly Месяц назад

    Legend 💯 only needed 40 sec 🐐🐐🐐🐐

  • @craigsanders1951
    @craigsanders1951 3 года назад +1

    I liked and subscribed for the first 30 seconds alone. Great video!

  • @leemendez7876
    @leemendez7876 2 года назад

    Can anyone help. I have an out building (wooden shed) which is only about 10 metres from my house. I can pick up my broadband in there on my phone but not on my PC. Any ideas? Seems like it's a pc issue rather than the signal side of things.

  • @Itsjoelmartinez
    @Itsjoelmartinez Год назад

    Thank you for the TL;DR! I genuinely appreciate it

  • @redmist78
    @redmist78 3 года назад +9

    My house is like 700 sq foot and i have dead zones, so I had to get an extender. Thanks Concast.

    • @PlayJewel
      @PlayJewel 3 года назад +5

      There are some tp link two piece wifi mesh systems that are actually cheaper than their range extenders

    • @Angel-bg3rf
      @Angel-bg3rf 3 года назад +1

      @@PlayJewel and much better

  • @A.K.Kopperud
    @A.K.Kopperud 7 месяцев назад

    Many thanks for this helpful video. Love the lighthearted tone too! = making tech fun. Keep it up CNET. :)

  • @kevinb2592
    @kevinb2592 2 года назад

    Crushed it in 30 seconds thank you sir worth a subscription no doubt

  • @phreeesubz
    @phreeesubz 2 года назад +1

    I'm trying to extend my wifi to a garage on a floor lower than my apartment, which is separated by at least three walls, and the wiring is not connected between the apartment and garage. What are my options?

  • @Pje3ski
    @Pje3ski Год назад

    Nice learned what I needed to know in 24 seconds. Excellent job!

  • @kartFerrari
    @kartFerrari 3 года назад +1

    My 2nd floor office / retreat gets about 20 mbps which 90% slower speed compared to living room where the router is located? Will wifi extender help?

  • @AABryon65
    @AABryon65 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for the TLDR! So refreshing

  • @MABinBarcelo
    @MABinBarcelo 3 года назад +2

    what a champ! 40 sec and question answered, stayed for the detailed explanation

  • @YogiMDWanders
    @YogiMDWanders 2 месяца назад

    Is it possible to change the extender’s name too?

  • @brianw612
    @brianw612 3 года назад +1

    I have never had success with range extenders, all long gone. I installed a POE WIFI access point. Mounted to the celling upstairs in bedroom, power over Ethernet wired into router downstairs. Perfect uninterrupted WIFI, like I am right next to router.

  • @argenis2116
    @argenis2116 Год назад +1

    Just so you know... I just like and subscribe just for the 40 second answer 😂

  • @RightySnipeZ
    @RightySnipeZ 3 года назад +13

    If you live in a house with lots of walls, stories or just big area, go Mesh Wifi its just better. Worth the extra money having used both.
    Also you have manually switch networks with extenders which is annoying. Mesh does it automatically.

    • @Speaver2401
      @Speaver2401 2 года назад

      which one has better speed? mesh or extenders

    • @RightySnipeZ
      @RightySnipeZ 2 года назад

      @@Speaver2401 Mesh

  • @cd6422
    @cd6422 3 года назад

    I got an Netgear Nighthawk mesh extender for our upstairs. Works amazingly well.

  • @kellz7183
    @kellz7183 Месяц назад

    I’m two levels above my router getting weak signal should I get WiFi extender or mesh system?

  • @JU0DAS
    @JU0DAS 7 месяцев назад

    Are easymesh tp-link extenders act as mesh nodes or just repeaters?

  • @mariatenori-serrato895
    @mariatenori-serrato895 2 года назад

    Could this work with T-Mobile internet

  • @terryrigden4860
    @terryrigden4860 2 года назад

    The initial summary was excellent and told me what I needed to know

  • @hairyheros2118
    @hairyheros2118 4 месяца назад

    I have stalink internet and live on a 30 acre property I have a office located approximately 2 acres from the main house and Need to extend my internet to the office could you advise what would be best for me to use to extend the internet this far?

  • @CptnKase
    @CptnKase 8 месяцев назад

    LOVE THE TLDR START!!! ty. keep it up

  • @JoyStickJester_
    @JoyStickJester_ 3 года назад +6

    I bought the Orbi RBK753S six months ago and it's an upgrade from what I had before but as for WiFi speeds I wish they were faster. I currently have xfinity with speeds of 1.2 gb and wifi only get around 600 Mbps. I understand direct connection would be faster but when plugged in I only get 900 Mbps. Still getting fast speeds either way but would like to get speeds that I pay for.

    • @PSYCHOV3N0M
      @PSYCHOV3N0M 3 года назад

      Consumer-grade devices aren't as good as enterprise-grade devices.
      You should look into Ubiquiti products.

    • @terryloewenberg2764
      @terryloewenberg2764 3 года назад

      Actually, sorry to say, you’re getting the speeds I would expect from your setup.

  • @johnnypunish
    @johnnypunish 11 месяцев назад

    Great Intro! Perfect

  • @havefun37g36
    @havefun37g36 2 года назад

    I can have internet in my car with the same internet conection from home with one device like this ? Triping somewhere, sorry if the question could be stupid but i am looking to have internet in the car without paying additional internet service provider, thanks.

  • @choosingmusic11488p
    @choosingmusic11488p 2 года назад

    Do wifi extenders work at the same time as mesh

  • @pranavbahl7892
    @pranavbahl7892 3 года назад

    Thanks for the intro man

  • @Vicsescapes
    @Vicsescapes Год назад

    Bro answered everything I needed in 20 secs thank you!!

  • @LeftyPencil
    @LeftyPencil 2 года назад +2

    Another mesh option is TCL linkHub AC1200. I'm using the two pack-one wired to Concast router, second near dead zone. $40 rn. Wouldntve tried it without a review mentioning not having to change the extended signal name.

  • @JosephGisler
    @JosephGisler 7 месяцев назад

    I wish every video did this, give you the answer upfront and if you want more, keep watching 🙌🏼👍🏼 thank you

  • @everwinter
    @everwinter 2 года назад

    how about if you live in a condo where there are tons of wifi signals interferance and channel competitions? would a mesh solve them?

  • @diamond6256
    @diamond6256 Год назад

    Ok. LOVE the video. May I ask some questions?
    I have ATT internet Wi-Fi in the LEFT of my house. An ATT service guy put the Extender in the middle of the house and 3 hubs for 3 tvs. The RIGHT side of the house hub blinks red all the time, seems the extender helped for a while, now not so much. Where should I put this device? Should I get TP-Link RE505 or 220? (My house is 2,500 sq. ft. One last question. Can I send back ATT extender if I purchase one of these? It costs me $8 month to use their extender and can the Internet provider tell if you are using an extender?

  • @kokocute123
    @kokocute123 2 года назад +2

    Best explanation on the difference and roles between the two hardware. Thank you for this!

  • @ameerali.ouarda
    @ameerali.ouarda 3 года назад +4

    I absolutely love my AMPLIFI Alien such a significant difference then using just the router from the broadband company.

  • @watkinsjames82
    @watkinsjames82 6 месяцев назад

    Thank you for that quick answer 🙏🏻 😂😂 ill watch the whole video to help you gain them founds though lol cheers Brotha

  • @ColonelRuiz
    @ColonelRuiz 11 месяцев назад

    Thanks for actual helpful information

  • @naji_ali
    @naji_ali 2 года назад

    you are in the same floor near the main router, but a device WiFi is connected to the mesh extender in the lower floor?
    Does the mesh have this problem? how to make sure you'r connected to the nearest router/extender or particular one of them?

  • @patricecover8546
    @patricecover8546 2 года назад

    Silly question but I have a router and extender through ATT. Can I just add one of the extenders he mentioned in the video to what I already have or do I need to get something new.

  • @abhikdutta1842
    @abhikdutta1842 2 года назад

    Does the speed gets reduced to half in mesh wifi syatem as it happens in range extender

  • @izi26
    @izi26 Год назад

    TL;DR
    You nailed it! Genius

  • @florinalexandruciovica2526
    @florinalexandruciovica2526 3 года назад

    I have the to link WiFi extender, however the router is at the ground floor and I put the extender just above but first floor and still I lose connection....

  • @sisig1676
    @sisig1676 3 года назад

    can I only buy one mesh router and use it? or I need the whole systemv

  • @PANCHOSWAY
    @PANCHOSWAY 3 года назад +1

    What’s the best for this situation: me and my girlfriend life in the trailer are 50 yards apart in the house we have wifi but in the trailer it’s not so how can I extend the range from the router of the house? What’s the best option? Thank you!!! 🙏🙏

  • @joshhoops8472
    @joshhoops8472 3 года назад

    What should I use to get wifi out to my garage to run cameras its about 80 ft from my wifi

  • @blackstarafro2
    @blackstarafro2 Год назад

    Get and plug in second router, and us it in AP mode. It eliminates dead zones. You can buy a second hand "N" router for $15. Most people have an old router laying around.

  • @maddeusdoggeus1
    @maddeusdoggeus1 2 года назад

    YES! Thank you! 40 seconds in!!!!

  • @jodywhite351
    @jodywhite351 2 года назад

    If I have a building about 100 ft from my house will this get Wi-Fi to it

  • @mi_lo_1391
    @mi_lo_1391 2 года назад

    Where to buy?

  • @146gods
    @146gods 3 года назад +1

    If i buy a router can i just plug it in and use it just like that or do i have to contact frontier which is the company i have, and will it cost more for internet?

  • @jaguarice
    @jaguarice 3 года назад

    Best quick answer ever

  • @HamoshAbdul
    @HamoshAbdul 3 года назад

    I had to give a like before first minute is done for the simple fact that u give me what i needed to know

  • @TheFlyingRobert
    @TheFlyingRobert 2 года назад

    Hysterical and informative!

  • @chiefexecutive
    @chiefexecutive 2 года назад

    Thanks for the video. A lot of options out there.

  • @lucidvisionary9429
    @lucidvisionary9429 3 года назад +1

    I currently have a router from spectrum… is it possible to get a second router so I can place it next to my PC which is complete opposite of where the spectrum router in my home is at.

  • @KazKcatta
    @KazKcatta Год назад

    Giving you a like for not burying the lead. Thank you for that.

  • @aaronyx10281
    @aaronyx10281 3 года назад

    Can I used another tplink wifi 6 router as a mesh wifi?

  • @julioislas3031
    @julioislas3031 2 года назад

    Thanks for answer our Quick question😝😝😝 you have a new suscriber

  • @motorcity429
    @motorcity429 2 года назад

    Not AT&t the only allow you to use their approved extenders for the fiber internet

  • @noupot
    @noupot 3 года назад +4

    With extenders, you have to manage several SSIDs which is very painful.

    • @terryloewenberg2764
      @terryloewenberg2764 3 года назад

      You think that’s painful? Really? Normally, extenders are used to get wifi to a particularly weak wifi reception area. If you go into that area with a portable device, i.e. phone, you switch. What’s that take 15 seconds? If you need multiple extenders all over your home, there’s another problems.

    • @User-qazws
      @User-qazws 3 года назад +1

      Nope...only 1 SSID, if set up to run that way...

    • @VaramJeberson
      @VaramJeberson 2 года назад +1

      Bro just put same SSID on your extender.., it’s works like mesh system…. One SSID auto switch between both router and extender

  • @anandgupta3831
    @anandgupta3831 3 года назад

    I want to use TP-link range extender RE200 to form mesh wifi network by connecting it to Tplink Archer A6 router. Will it produce same strength of wifi signals in mesh network as that of secondary router? Router is in first floor, RE200 will be in 2nd floor.

  • @MarushDenchev
    @MarushDenchev 3 года назад +2

    I am using a TP-Link extender but I hate that it doesn't keep the Wi-Fi session. It drops me from conversations when I switch to the _ext network.

    • @RogerioPereiradaSilva77
      @RogerioPereiradaSilva77 3 года назад +2

      That's one of the biggest downsides of using cheap extenders compared to mesh networks. Extenders have a separate SSID for themselves - typically something ending with '_ext' by default as pointed out in the video - which is for all practical intents and purposes a separate wireless network than that of your main router. With mesh networks, you can move throughout your house and the connections will be transferred seamlessly between each node of the mesh. Moreover extenders, at least the cheaper ones like the no-name Chinese brand I have here, also cap out at pretty low transfer speeds so I wouldn't recommend them if you're planning to use it for something network-intensive or low-latency such as gaming and 4K video streaming, for example. Think of it as a low-cost investment to cover that odd one-out dead zone in your house and that's about it.

    • @vipulgupta
      @vipulgupta 3 года назад

      @@RogerioPereiradaSilva77 What if you give the same name to the SSID of the extender as of the router?

    • @RogerioPereiradaSilva77
      @RogerioPereiradaSilva77 3 года назад

      @@vipulgupta That most certainly would lead to problems since they are actual separate wireless networks. If you really want a seamless experience moving from one device to another, go with a mesh network.

  • @nogod1069
    @nogod1069 3 года назад

    Same SSID on all routers?

  • @xHolyBeauty
    @xHolyBeauty 2 года назад

    Some questions. My boyfriend has not upgraded/updated his Verizon router in over 5 years. Would it be better for me to get our internet upgraded to a modem from verizon and then buy a mesh system? Or would I be better off just purchasing a mesh system? Is it better to get a new modem and then buy a mesh system or does a mesh system work better by itself? We have about 20 devices along with 6 bedrooms and 3 floor levels to our house.

  • @fewhembree5468
    @fewhembree5468 3 года назад

    What’s the best way to extend my WiFi to my backyard?

  • @jondrake4194
    @jondrake4194 3 года назад

    Will this extender work with spectrum?

  • @IbelieveinJesusAmen
    @IbelieveinJesusAmen 2 года назад

    This guy is the BEST!

  • @vphoenix5278
    @vphoenix5278 3 года назад +2

    My extender just cost me only around $15 & it works perfectly. I got a full bar on a deadspot. 🤓

    • @AdrianRakin
      @AdrianRakin Год назад

      Wifi bars aren’t very accurate

  • @mikejohnson8391
    @mikejohnson8391 3 года назад

    question if we have following 3 piece google mesh router system and internet still doesn't reach my room so how do boost signal enough reach my room for those on budget?

    • @Kemachris
      @Kemachris 3 года назад

      I hear copper and plastic is pretty cheap ;) aka a cable