eero 6 VS eero Pro 6 Review | Watch Before You Buy | Mesh Wifi Options, Speed Tests and Range
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 19 มิ.ย. 2024
- Comparing eero Pro 6 and eero 6 mesh wifi system in the following categories; eero 6 and eero Pro 6 speed tests, range, mesh wifi options, similarities, differences. Which eero is right for you? eero 6 full review and eero Pro 6 full review.
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eero 6 (3-pack): amzn.to/3m6h5YY
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Netgear Orbi RBK752: amzn.to/2PBgulH
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TP-Link Deco X90 Mesh Wifi 6 System: bit.ly/2OmDVyn
TP-Link Deco X60 Mesh Wifi 6 System: amzn.to/3frgOOP
ASUS ZenWiFI AX XT8 (AX6600): amzn.to/2QPMu6i
ASUS ZenWiFi AX Mini XD4 (AX1800): amzn.to/3czJ9Rl
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Network 101: Home Networks Explained: • Network 101 | Simplifi...
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eero Pro 6 Review: • eero Pro 6 Review | Un...
Timeline
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0:00 - eero 6 vs eero Pro 6 Comparisons
0:55 - Dual Band vs Tri Band Router
1:52 - eero Pro 6 vs eero 6 Comparisons Continued
4:26 - Option #1 - Router
5:00 - Option #2 - Router + Extender
6:31 - Option #3 - Router + Router (Ethernet Backhaul)
7:40 - Option #4 - Router + Router (Wirelessly Connected)
9:01 - Option #4 - Router + Router (via ethernet to device from 2nd router)
11:13 - eero 6 and eero Pro 6 Range Test
12:44 - eero 6 and eero Pro 6 Local File Transfer Speeds
13:24 - eero 6 vs eero Pro 6: What router should I pick? - วิทยาศาสตร์และเทคโนโลยี
Product Links:
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eero Pro 6 (3-pack): amzn.to/3m3cK8C
eero 6 + eero 6 Extender: amzn.to/3m3o8kZ
eero 6 (3-pack): amzn.to/3m6h5YY
16 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch: amzn.to/3frkSi8
8 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch: amzn.to/3waDJDP
Network (Ethernet) Cables: amzn.to/3w9czNH
Cable Modem: amzn.to/3dmUnrg
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What I love about this style of review is that it's like you've gone over to your techie mate's house and asked him for an opinion, and he's been testing that exact stuff this week. An informal, honest appraisal without the over-produced gloss. This review comes across as very sincere and trustworthy - keep up the great work :o)
Thanks! I appreciate that! I try to be clear
Came here to post exactly this! It's like reaching out to a co-worker/friend. No b/s, no long intros that took longer to make than the actual review, no "smash that subscribe button" -- just direct, clear, to the point, and exactly what I was looking for. I wish every tech review was like this!
This was a phenomenal review covering every configuration!
Thanks! I appreciate the feedback!
No like fr,loved how he explain everything and got the information I needed
@@landpet great report!!!!
Yep, hands down the most informative Eero 6/Extender/6 Pro review I’ve found. Really showed me the difference between the different configs (wired and wireless) and different hardware options (and even answered the question as to whether a router acting as a wireless AP can hook up to other devices via Ethernet, and their corresponding speeds depending on config).
Instablaster.
This is exactly the review I have been looking for. I have a situation similar to option 4, and to hear you go through each option in detail was most helpful!
No problem, I figured it would be useful since wired backhaul is not always an option.
Your recommendations and the reasons for them couldn’t be clearer. Many thanks!
Happy to help!
Oh man, you are such a pro!!! Really like this review and please keep creating wonderful review videos!!! Liked and subscribed!
Thanks! I appreciate it!
You are following me and answering my questions as I am shopping for a new router mesh system. Thanks again for your help!
LOL!!! Thanks!
extremely good video bro! thank you for going into detail about all the possible scenarios between these 2, that was amazingly helpful!
Appreciate it!
This should be eero's official 'what to choose' video. Thank you, saved, subs and notify.
Thanks! Appreciate the feedback!
WOW, all those tests must have taken a long time!!! Thank you for the detailed reviews!!!! eero Pro 6 FTW!!!! LOL waiting for you to get to 5K subs so you can giveaway that XBOX Series S!
Yes it took some time lol. I can't wait to get to 5K subs either!
Holy moly this was an incredibly helpful video- thank you!
Thanks!
I am helping someone network a 6 unit building that is requiring a wireless and wired solution and found your review to be excellent and set me in the right direction. Thank you for taking the time to put this together and great job in delivering your message in a way that anyone can understand it.
Glad I could help!
Thanks for doing the legwork for us! This was super thorough and helped me consider all possible configurations!!
Thanks!
Thanks for doing this. You really put this together and explained this very well. I appreciated the fact that you tried so many typical setups and situations. Great job!!
You're very welcome!
This is an amazing review, very concise and to the point while covering every basis. Thank you!!!!!
Thanks! Appreciate the feedback!
Great video! Answered a lot of the questions I was looking for!
Thanks!
Thank you!! That’s exactly what I was looking for.
No problem!
Thanks so much for the review. I really appreciate how you simplify and break it down for us non tech people. All the best!
Glad it's useful!
Very nice job dude, no bullshit intro, just good info from the start, keep going dude
I try to keep things straight to the point as much as possible. Thanks for the feedback!
Your tests where really really good. Glad to see you covered so many options. Actually ran into this thru looking at your review of the TP Link 6E router you reviewed. I have a Eero Pro 6 but been having some WIFI issues with it lately where my Alexas are hanging when playing spotify randomly. Since Eero lacks modifiying settings, i was thinking of going back to a TP Link or the Netgear Nighthawk series for more customization in the console. I will say i dont like that Eero doesnt let you create your own separate 2.4 and 5 ghz channel, basically bc they think your too dumb to do it lol.
Amazing review! You explained them perfectly and easy to understand. Also straight to the point! Hope your channel grows much bigger in the future!
Thank you! I'm hoping for that as well!
This is awesome review 👏🏼 You explained the differences between those 2 very clearly. I’m amazed!
Glad it was helpful!
Well done, sir, here and your others - crisp, tight, informative. Keep them coming.
Thank you sir! I will!
You left me with no questions to ask. Outstanding review. I finally cut the cord and trying to figure this world of wifi connection. For now I can only afford the cheaper option and thin it will work for my needs. Thank you!
Glad I could help! Appreciate the feedback and even the eero 6 is a great option. It just all comes down to what each person needs.
Great review. No BS, just easy to understand comparison. Exactly what I was looking for.
Thanks!
Wow, thank you, this covered way more than I thought I needed to know.
You're welcome!
Great Video! Love all the Alternatives, very thorough.
Thanks
Really excellent and thorough review, landpet! Thank you!
You're welcome!
Really good information just what I was looking for! Thanks
You're welcome
Thank you so much! That was the most thorough and perfectly explained video on this subject.
Glad it was helpful! Always like hearing feedback!
One of the best reviews I’ve seen! Sold me on the eero pro 6, big thanks!
Awesome, thank you!
Awesome video! I don't understand any of this stuff, but I just made my purchase feeling completely informed, thank you.
Thanks!
Your video sold me to get these and get the eero pro, got a ton of devices on my network and huge gamer and finding out that the second access point I can plug a Ethernet cable and get great speeds like that sold me right there thank you
Glad it was helpful! It really does deliver great speeds. eero Pro 6 is great!
No surprise on the EERO Pro 6 winning, but the how and to what extent was excellently presented. Thanks!
Thanks! I appreciate the feedback!
Defiantly
You’ve been the first who described the several combinations eth/wifi. Even on Amazon site I cannot understand. Well done
You're welcome!
Looking on Amazon site today (11/17/2020) as well as when I purchased the Pro 6 a few weeks ago, the Pro 6 covers up to 6000 sq. ft......and eero 6 covers 5000 sq. ft. And the Pro 6 system has been working fabulously since I set it up.....well worth the price!!!....plus now you can get a FireTV cube for no additional cost.
Mine has been working great as well! Yup if you get the 3 pack.
That was extremely helpful. Thanks for taking the time to test all the options.
No problem!
Really useful review, the configurations were really helpful to see the results where I’m likely to use them. I’ve got a long garden so using two pros should connect really well to the summer house at the back.
Glad it was useful
Excellently presented review, you earned a sub out of me! You've really helped me narrow down my choices.
After watching this video, I'm currently debating between the Eero Pro 6 three pack and the Orbi of similar specs. I'm running Utopia fiber and paying for gigabyte speed, do you know if the Eero Pro 6 can achieve near gigabyte speeds over wifi, or am I going to be overpaying for service unless I LAN into most of my devices?
Thanks! I appreciate it! Unfortunately the fastest device I have is not fast enough to get to gigabit lan. Waiting for the new macbook pro 16". But from the other comments say they pretty much got a gig even accessing the internet so I'm sure you can get that wirelessly on your lan. I do get that easily via ethernet also, that's something I have tested.
Wireless backhaul is key for sure!! Orbi was the first I saw to do this and their speeds were insane! Unfortunately, their firmware was super buggy and drove me insane so I switch back to Eero. Definitely gonna upgrade to Eero Pro 6. The prices have dropped dramatically from when I first got into Eero so it's almost a no brainer now.
eero Pro 6 is great! I haven't had any issues with my Orbi RBK752 yet. Which Orbi were you using?
Man! I wish I watched this video first. This was so clear and helped me ultimately chose which router to get. I appreciate the testing results and the different scenarios. Thank you!
Thanks for the feedback! I appreciate it!
Nice job on this. Way to cover all the permutations so one knows what to use and where cost vs tradeoffs may be fine.
Thanks for the feedback! That was my goal so people can make informed decisions.
Never watched any of your videos and now I'm watching my 3rd. Very good content. Thanks!
Wow, thanks! Appreciate it!
This is a useful video. Thanks. I liked the test with the Pro + Old.
No worries! Just a heads up, they're both new (eero 6 vs eero Pro 6), the eero 6 looks like the old one though.
Exactly what I needed to know!!!! Great explanation of eero!!! Great video!! I’m very happy I ran into this. Makes my decision easier. Thank so very much keep up the great work.
You’re welcome
Excellent review. Seriously. This answered every single question I had about the 2. Thanks a lot.
Glad it was helpful!
Awesome review man. Thank you. This was super helpful !!!
No problem!
Stellar review!! Very detailed and explained very nicely. Easy to follow along. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks. You got all of the answers I were looking for.
No problem!
well done, amazing review, exactly what i was looking for. thanks
Thanks!
Great review. I have been stressing over buying a mesh system and which one for a few weeks now so this is perfect timing. One thing I have not narrowed in on is I live in a larger sq ft house with 2 floors and am accumulating a growing number of wifi/smart devices but I live out in the country with radio tower internet (15mbps). Would the eero 6 pro still be beneficial due to size of house and # of devices even though it may be overkill on the incoming internet speed side?
Thanks! Well regardless of speed, the eero Pro 6 has farther reach compared to the eero 6. So in my case when I went outside to the point the eero 6 wasn't working, the eero Pro 6 still was working and getting me decent speeds, they obviously are both using the same internet in my case. So the eero Pro 6 is going to provide you with more range. Another thing to note, the 15mbps you mentioned is just from your house to the internet, I'm not sure if your streaming videos or copying files locally on your network where it's on a network attached storage. Those will also benefit from the stronger range and speed of the eero Pro 6. Off topic, whenever SpaceX actually releases their satellite internet to the general public, then that might be something you can look into as well, can get much faster speeds with that.
The only thing I see in your case that will make the eero Pro 6 worth it is the fact you said you have a larger home. As a result you may get away with using one less eero if you went with the eero Pro. As an example, let's say you had to use 4 eero 6's to cover your entire place, you may get away with just using 3 eero Pro 6's to cover that same distance.
The reason I mentioned the things above is to say that the eero Pro 6 still has advantages over the eero 6 regardless of your internet speeds. Do you need the eero Pro 6, I don't think so, I think the eero 6 will work just fine but I do like to layout advantages and different scenarios to help make decisions easier. Personally I'm just very impressed with the WiFi range and speeds of the eero Pro 6. Granted I will be testing the Netgear Orbi shortly so my opinion might change once I compare that to the eero Pro 6.
A very practical & useful explanation of the ERO systems & the various configurations - Thank you!
Thanks!
This review is so straight forward and easy to understand 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Thanks!
Thanks for the review just set up a couple of eero 6 pros and couldn’t be happier! The speeds and range are incredible huge upgrade from the fios router I had. Keep up the great work!
Thanks! Glad it's working out great for you as well!
@@landpet how far will it typically extend (pro 6). I’m trying to extend from my house out to my pool house/office. About 100 feet. Would two pro 6’s do the trick?
@@jasonfooks5660 It depends on how much interference there is, if there is nothing between the 100ft (edge of house to edge of office, no other walls, no other interference). Then you might be ok with just two. If it doesn't work out well because of the range, you can try the TP Link X68 or the ASUS XT8, those did better during my range tests however range varies from place to place and the eero Pro 6 is a solid mesh wifi.
this is exactly what I wanted to know about the eero devices, thank you!
No problem!
This is an amazing video. So thorough. You just got a subscriber
Thank you!
Thanks for your in depth comparison.
You're welcome
Very nice review. I have the eero Pro 6. So far very happy with it but they seem to run pretty hot. You mentioned that the Pro needs more power. So that makes sense.
Thanks! Yup, mine has good airflow but it’s definitely warm.
Great info! Thanks for the awesome review!!
You're welcome!
Super review! Nice and precise. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
The second 5GHz band is for backhaul connectivity between access points only. This ensures that the backhaul connection doesn't share bandwidth with client devices on the 5GHz band. The Netgear Orbi has 3 bands as well and maintains internet speeds across all access points.
Yup
thank you for this video! I went with 2 eero pro 6 and I couldn't be happier.
Glad I could help!
Do they sell a 2 pack ? I only seen a one pack and 3 pack
@@pedrorivera2053 eero Pro 6 has a 2 pack. Go to this link and select the 2-pack option. amzn.to/38fXhxc
@@landpet Out of stock :(
Hopefully it comes back soon!
@@samuelm5140 Yup, I imagine cause of all the sales
It's an old review but one of the best I find on youtube covering ethernet back backhaul and not just mesh. And no RGB flashing lights in the background ;-)
Thanks!
Great video! In your video, when you did the ethernet backhaul, how close were the two routers? Were the routers right next to each other connected with an ethernet cable, or was the second router far away in another room, and you connected an ethernet cable to the wall (I'm not sure how ethernet backhaul works logistically)?
Routers are about 40 ft apart. Logistically when it's ethernet backhaul, distance doesn't matter too much so as long as it's not too far (less than 100 meters). Realistically you want to out them far enough apart to cover your home.
Best review ever! Thank you!
Thanks and you’re welcome!
thank you for the great explanation and going through all those options. very helpful.
You’re welcome
VERY informative!!!!! Thank you!!!!
GREAT DETAILED REVIEW! Thank you!
No problem!
Thanks for the informative video ! Really made my decision easier. I tried one eero pro 6 WiFi first but for whatever reason I’m only getting 2.4 band on my desktop that supports 5g band. I just ordered the 2 pack eero pro 6 and I’m going with option 4. You said you were about 40 feet away in your comparison ?
No problem. Yes just about, maybe a little less.
We upgraded from eero pro mesh system to the new eero 6 pro mesh system. It is a rock solid router. Trouble free and we have a lot of wireless devices (76 in total) on the system. We also use the $99 per year subscription and it is worth the peace of mind. We have AT&T Gigabyte 1000 plan and we are getting 1Gb down and 979 up. Awesome.
Hey Scott! I've been waiting for someone like you forever! I've finally found someone that has a LOT of devices connected in their home! I'm right around 75 right now, and absolutely HATE my Comcast gateway that limits me to 32 devices on the 2.4GHz network, and 32 devices on the 5GHz network. I've got a Netgear extender helping me with the other devices. About to try Comcast's latest WiFi 6 gateway tomorrow, but based on my research, I'm sure I'm going back to owning my own equipment again. Just worried about going over my 1TB monthly limit. So what exactly do you suggest/recommend I go with? Thanks!
@@P0LSKI Well we have no Dara limits with AT&T as when we moved in three years ago the only option was AT&T. About year ago Comcast came into our neighborhood too but I have remained with AT&T. As for recommendations, we have eero pro 6 mesh system and based on my research this is the best you can get. We have main eero hard wired to AT&T modem/router with other two eero pro 6 wirelessly set up on second floor. I think you will be pleased with this system and never look back.
Thanks for all that information! Very valuable. Yes I have to agree eero Pro 6 is very good. I'm going to test it against the Orbi to see how they perform since they're similarly priced.
@Scott Dickerson what are your WiFi speeds throughout? Wired or wireless back haul? Curious about speeds with AX and AC clients.
Thank you, Scott. The one thing that's holding me back is the Eero's inability to split the networks into separate 2.4GHz and 5GHz networks. Setting up IOT devices limited to 2.4GHz only is a nightmare too, Have you found the band steering to be effective? Meaning, do your devices STAY on the 5GHz bands? I can't have my Galaxy Note keep bouncing back and forth from the 2.4GHz to the 5GHz bands. I really wish you could create multiple networks! Thanks again!
Thanks for the great reviews. I do have a question. Have you tried an option with the bridge mode? I'm really curious about the speed because I prefer wired connection but in my house I can only wire it back to the modem but can't wire the 2nd and 3rd eero to the 1st eero gateway. Would the bridge mode be faster than the wireless backhaul? Thanks.
No problem. Wired backhaul is faster and more consistent than wireless backhaul, You can also mix and match wired and wireless backhaul.
Thank you for this video. One of the best explanation on the internet !
You're welcome and thanks for the feedback!
Best test review I’ve seen. Excellent!
Thanks!
This is a great comparison review and easy to understand. Really appreciate it
Thanks!
Nice job! I would suggest adding a short description to your chart (expound on "Option 1" as 6 pro to 6 pro). Thanks
Thanks! Not quite sure I understand, Option 1 is when you have one eero 6 or eero pro 6 by itself that's connecting to the modem. Can you elaborate?
amazing review and info. love the different tests
Thanks!
Great video. i know this is a year old already, but i was looking for a specific phone you use for the test. Did you use iPhone 12 pro in this test? thank you.
Thanks! I believe it was the iPhone 12 Pro.
Very nice review. Congrats and thanks a lot!
Thanks!
I don't ever comment but had to with this one. Great job and to the point, detailed, and extra knowledge nuggets thrown in.
Glad it was useful! Thanks again!
thanks for the video on this, I am getting this so I can stop lagging on my ps5 which gen would you recommend?
If you’re using wireless backhaul, get the eero pro 6. If you’re using wired backhaul, then get the eero 6
Finally someone actually reviews the ethernet backhaul capabilities. This is exactly what I was looking for, great review.
Thanks, yes I do that all my router videos. I want to provide all the possible options which is something I personally would want to know when buying routers.
Very helpful comparison! Question for you: Do you know if the distance between the gateway router and the access points affects speed at all? I’m assuming the further the access point is from the gateway router, the slower the speed would be when connecting to it. In your examples, about how far were they from each other? Thanks!
Thanks! Yes the further apart the weaker the signal becomes. Mine was about 40 ft away (probably a little less)
@@landpet Ok huge difference then since my access points will be farther away and with walls too. I wonder if the pro will be better farther away than the non-pro.
@@patrickdezenzio4988 yes the pro will be better farther away
Thank you. This was a great review. I am in the process of pairing down my cable/internet costs since my provider has increased my prices for the third time this year. Have Eero wifi devices now, but paying monthly rental charges from my provider. Figure I can buy and will pay for itself in 10 months to year. Going to do same with my router as well. Eventually plan on ditching cable all together in favor of streaming services since bulk of cable providers costs are in device rentals and unknown crazy surcharges and taxes not to mention ever increasing cable franchise fee to local municipality. Now paying $253/month and figure I can half my costs by owning my own equipment and buy streaming services. Have to get wifey up to speed as she isn’t tech savvy and would rather use the cable tv remote for tv watching.
Thanks and that's a great idea to get your own equipment
Fantastic review, I have a 500mbps line with a single Pro 6 and will extend with regular 6s as they meant to be compatible and I need ethernet port connectivity. Hoping that speed over Ethernet will be ok as that will be hooked to my pc and Xbox.
Thanks! That should work just fine
Great video, hugely helpful.
Well done and very complete analysis - thanks!
Much appreciated!
Thanks for the time you took for this great video. Can you please tell me if the beacon is a good extended for eero pro, or just for regular eero. Please and thank you.
No problem. You can use the eero 6 extender for the eero pro or eero, doesn’t matter. I have tested it with both the eero Pro 6 and the eero 6. According to Amazon, any eero device is compatible with any other eero device.
It works fine as an extender, obviously a hardwired connection is better
Thanks this is exactly what I wanted to hear
Thanks for the feedback!
Hey dude! Appreciate the review, I was actually asking myself these exact same things. Have you ever made these tests combining an Eero Pro 6 with an Eero 6? I only have 1 Eero Pro 6 and was wondering if the change in the speeds comes from the router sending the signal or the access point receiving it (or even a combination of both) just to see if I could save some money buying a couple Eero 6's instead of getting just one more Eero Pro 6.
Thanks! Combination of both but realistically the slower of the two is what you can expect. It all depends on how fast you need the internet to be in the other places, if not too fast then go with the regular eero 6
Great video. Thanks for the information.
Np
Thanks for the breakdown and details of connection speed.
Glad it was helpful!
Well Done, and thank you for this! Big Help you are my freind.
You’re welcome!
Thanks for the video. Quick question. I have been supplied the eero pro 6 tri-band router and two eero 6 smaller mesh routers. Do the three of these devices connect up? Or should it be two pro 6 units or two/three eero 6 units? Or can you mix and match them?
No problem! You can mix and match any eero. I do suggest you use the best one as the main router that connects to your modem in your case the pro 6.
Thanks Man, Just what I wanted to know! 👍
No problem 👍
A fantastic review, thank you so much. I finally understood the difference between eero and eero pro. I have been reading the comments but didn‘t find my specific challenge. Our walls are up to 20 inches thick. Potentially a strong wireless will better get through them. But a cable connection might be the better alternative. Our farmhouse is more than 200 years old, many of the walls have visible stone structure. Installing cables is not my first choice at all. I would prefer wireless. But do you think we have a chance to overcome this challenge with (obviously) the Pro eero?
Thanks! Yes I think as long as it's not too far away from each other, you should be fine with the pro version as you mentioned. On another note, WOW a 200+ year old farmhouse.
@@landpet Thank you. Our house is in France, there are many who are even older ;-)
Excellent explanation very clear easy time understand 👍🏻👍🏻
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks for sharing the details.
Btw, just curious, did you try using a combination of Eero Pro 6 as main router with Eero 6 as the satellite? If yes, how was the performance? Please let me know.
No worries. Yes I did. With wired backhaul it's pretty much the same as two eero Pro 6's except with slightly less range when you start walking away from the eero 6. On wireless backhaul, an eero Pro 6 and an eero 6 work better than an eero 6 and another eero 6, but not by much. eero Pro 6 with another eero Pro 6 definitely works better than an eero Pro 6 and an eero 6. Reason is that the eero Pro 6 is a triband where the eero 6 is a dual band, so the eero 6 is missing an entire band that would speed it up in wireless backhaul. Hope this makes sense.
Great review and thorough!
Thanks for watching
WOW Great review covered every aspect. I puchased based on your review
Thanks!
Perfectly informative, thank you.
Glad it was helpful!