Posted July 15, 2021 I was wondering which router I should get, keep in mind that my speed is up to 200 mbps down and my router is ARRIS Surfboard SB6190-RB DOCSIS 3.0 Between these: Tp link deco S4 Tp link deco P9 Tp link deco M5 Amazon Eero 6 any reasoning behind the suggestion Amazon.com: TP-Link Deco Mesh WiFi System (Deco S4) – Up to 5,500 Sq.ft. Coverage, Replaces WiFi Router and Extender, Gigabit Ports, Works with Alexa, 3-pack: Computers & Accessories Amazon.com: TP-Link Deco Powerline Hybrid Mesh WiFi System(Deco P9) –Up to 6,000 sq.ft Whole Home Coverage, WiFi Router/Extender Replacement,Signal Through Walls, Seamless Roaming, Parental Controls, 3-pack: Computers & Accessories Amazon.com: TP-Link Deco Mesh WiFi System(Deco M5) –Up to 5,500 sq. ft. Whole Home Coverage and 100+ Devices,WiFi Router/Extender Replacement, Anitivirus, 3-pack: Computers & Accessories Amazon.com: Amazon eero 6 dual-band mesh Wi-Fi 6 router, with built-in Zigbee smart home hub (1 router + 1 extender): Amazon Devices Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted July 15, 2021 What speeds are you getting from your ISP? Because I know from personal experience that the Eero 6 non-Pro caps out far below Gigabit speeds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted July 15, 2021 Author 1 minute ago, GalacticRuler said: What speeds are you getting from your ISP? Because I know from personal experience that the Eero 6 non-Pro caps out far below Gigabit speeds. I just updated my post Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted July 15, 2021 2 minutes ago, LivelyCornet640 said: I just updated my post If that's the case, I would pick the Eero 6, because of Wifi 6 support. It doesn't have to be that exact router, but preferably look for something with Wifi 6 support, and maybe tri-band if possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted July 15, 2021 Author Just now, GalacticRuler said: If that's the case, I would pick the Eero 6, because of Wifi 6 support. It doesn't have to be that exact router, but preferably look for something with Wifi 6 support, and maybe tri-band if possible. whats so special about wifi six is there a big difference Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted July 15, 2021 Author 2 minutes ago, GalacticRuler said: If that's the case, I would pick the Eero 6, because of Wifi 6 support. It doesn't have to be that exact router, but preferably look for something with Wifi 6 support, and maybe tri-band if possible. i also was getting the one with only a router and a point for the eero, and my house is 2600 square feet with a basement and second floor, and also my modems in the first floor. Idk if that changes anything Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted July 15, 2021 1 minute ago, LivelyCornet640 said: whats so special about wifi six is there a big difference It's actually one of the biggest changes in Wifi iterations, since the introduction of the 5Ghz band. If you have smart home devices or just many devices in general, it allocates the different devices for maximum speeds and latency. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted July 15, 2021 Just now, LivelyCornet640 said: i also was getting the one with only a router and a point for the eero, and my house is 2600 square feet with a basement and second floor, and also my modems in the first floor. Idk if that changes anything Actually, that does make a difference. If you have 3 floors, you likely want a 3-part set. Wifi is notorious for having poor signal in between floors, and especially something like a basement. A 2-part set would likely leave dead zones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted July 15, 2021 Author Just now, GalacticRuler said: Actually, that does make a difference. If you have 3 floors, you likely want a 3-part set. Wifi is notorious for having poor signal in between floors, and especially something like a basement. A 2-part set would likely leave dead zones. yeah, but that one is out of my budget, is the eero still worth it? 3 minutes ago, GalacticRuler said: It's actually one of the biggest changes in Wifi iterations, since the introduction of the 5Ghz band. If you have smart home devices or just many devices in general, it allocates the different devices for maximum speeds and latency. ok Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted July 15, 2021 1 minute ago, LivelyCornet640 said: yeah, but that one is out of my budget, is the eero still worth it? ok Is this one in your budget? It's Wifi 6, but not tri-band, though in your situation having a 3-part set is more important than tri-band. https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Deco-X20-Next-Gen-Extenders/dp/B085Z35GY6/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3BVYMH2BHLKEY&dchild=1&keywords=wifi%2B6%2Bmesh&qid=1626319403&sprefix=wifi%2B6%2Bmesh%2Caps%2C290&sr=8-3&th=1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted July 15, 2021 Author 1 minute ago, GalacticRuler said: Is this one in your budget? It's Wifi 6, but not tri-band, though in your situation having a 3-part set is more important than tri-band. https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Deco-X20-Next-Gen-Extenders/dp/B085Z35GY6/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3BVYMH2BHLKEY&dchild=1&keywords=wifi%2B6%2Bmesh&qid=1626319403&sprefix=wifi%2B6%2Bmesh%2Caps%2C290&sr=8-3&th=1 no im looking for under 200 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted July 15, 2021 4 minutes ago, LivelyCornet640 said: no im looking for under 200 Hmm, if that's that case, I might actually recommend you go with the 2-piece Eero 6, and if you do end up with dead zones, upgrade with another extender in the future if possible. Personally, I would rather have a strong base with expansion capability than a weaker base that would need replacement sooner. The other option is to forget about Wifi 6, and instead go with a 3-piece tri-band setup. It's overall going to be weaker than a Wifi 6 setup, but the tri-band should compensate somewhat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted July 15, 2021 Author 1 minute ago, GalacticRuler said: Hmm, if that's that case, I might actually recommend you go with the 2-piece Eero 6, and if you do end up with dead zones, upgrade with another extender in the future if possible. Personally, I would rather have a strong base with expansion capability than a weaker base that would need replacement sooner. The other option is to forget about Wifi 6, and instead go with a 3-piece tri-band setup. It's overall going to be weaker than a Wifi 6 setup, but the tri-band should compensate somewhat. should i get both and test them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted July 15, 2021 Just now, LivelyCornet640 said: should i get both and test them In the end it's your choice, but in my personal opinion I would go with the first option. It sets you up with a strong base that will be enough for the foreseeable future, and the potential to expand if you come to have issues. The second option will honestly be better right off the bat, but would likely need to be replaced sooner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted July 15, 2021 Author 1 minute ago, GalacticRuler said: In the end it's your choice, but in my personal opinion I would go with the first option. It sets you up with a strong base that will be enough for the foreseeable future, and the potential to expand if you come to have issues. The second option will honestly be better right off the bat, but would likely need to be replaced sooner. ok thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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