Product Link(s): eero 6+: amzn.to/3iYL9ER TP-Link Deco XE70 Pro (3-pack): www.amazon.com/Deco-WiFi-6e-mesh-system/dp/B0CZ7NQR5B/?maas=maas_adg_2C99E0860AE89DCE52918E1882D5357D_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=landpet05-20&th=1 ASUS ROG Rapture GT6: amzn.to/3mHN31R TP-Link Deco BE63 (3 Pack): www.amazon.com/dp/B0CN8QLS4K?maas=maas_adg_B8C1349305A83F9350DA87F5557A7885_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=landpet05-20 TP Link Deco BE95 (2 Pack) : amzn.to/3IEXdIj NETGEAR ORBI 970 Series (2 Pack): amzn.to/3S68oja Cat7 Ethernet Cables: amzn.to/3Yf7pxD As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases
Very good detailed video ! I’m in a 2 story house of 6 people and 2 use wired connection for gaming and there’s also the home security system + wireless connected TV’s, phones, computers. What WiFi would be best to suit this situation ?
My ISP is 1gb , Costco currently has the tp link deco be11000 WiFi 7 for $399 , however most of my home devices don’t support WiFi 7. Main concern is having good coverage and speed. Tried tp link axe5300 but had unstable connection. Tried eero pro 6e… seems a bit more stable but range to my backyard sucks. Whats your take on which mesh system to get? Should I invest in the Costco WiFi 7 deal to be ready for newer technology or stick to a less expensive mesh network like the eero 6+? Thanks
In your opinion is it safe for a non techi guy who doesn't need parental control to use tp link deco without taking on a subscription as this will probably be my deciding factor to buy or not?
Would like to see another head-to-head of the latest versions of the eero 6+ vs. the eero Pro 6E, just to see if the Pro 6E performance has been improved (with any firmware or hardware updates) over the tests from 2 years ago.
eero Max 7 vs eero Pro 6E vs eero 6+ Full Comparison | Specs, Speed Tests, Range Test, App and More th-cam.com/video/hN-Pl-9EKA8/w-d-xo.html Pro 6E did get better overall the last time I tested.
Amazing comparison video! Do you have uptime/reliability stats for each Wi-Fi mesh system? It’s one of the most annoying things about ASUS’s Ai-Mesh from my experience… the connectivity seems to break too often and doesn’t auto-heal, especially when mixing different ASUS routers.
From this list, I've used the Orbi 970 the longest, maybe collectively a few months. That's usually my default when I'm not testing. The rest have been fine, no issues with any of them, but most of them are tested for less than a month. I go through lots of routers so the long term reviews are difficult.
Thank you, this was so helpful! I just switched over to AT&T fiber and need to purchase mesh Wifi. Can you please help me decide between the XE70 Pro vs XE75 Pro? I will be doing WIRELESS backhaul. Below are some additional details: - AT&T plan is 500mbps, but I may increase to a max of 1000mpbs depending on performance - My home is 2500sqft (3500sqft if you include back outside patio) - AT&T provided router BGW320 is in farthest corner of home. - 8-15 devices using wifi at any given time (computers, phones, tv, smart home devices) - Most critical need is for work (zoom meetings, uploading, etc.) and streaming (smart TVs) Can you provide an recommendation XE70 Pro vs XE75 Pro (or another similar priced product)? Also, can you confirm how many nodes/units (2 or 3) you'd recommend? THANK YOU!!!
I thought I responded to this already but if I didn't. Either one is good (price will sway me), XE75 pro is slightly better for wireless backhaul speeds. I would opt for a 3 pack. Alternate would be Asus xt9 or Asus GT6. I would still opt for 3 pack even though 2 may be enough.
@@landpet I appreciate the feedback. In regards to the ONT, would I just unplug/return the BGW320 and then connect the main Fiber Optic cable directly into the Deco? Also, do you still have discount codes for either of those two products? Thank you in advance for your feedback (FYA I responded with the above message on your other video, apologies for the duplicate messages)
Got the Netgear 970 with one satellite and got my new iPhone 16 Pro Max that has WiFi 7 and I see it’s connect to the 5 & 6GHz band. Love your video’s.
@@landpet I will have to watch that video. I am on Xfinity and my plan is 1200Mbps down and 40 up. With the iPhone 16 Pro Max I am getting 1350Mbps and 42 up.
Thank you for detailed insight of the wifi 7 mesh. Liked! I would like to know about the firmware for both Orbi and Deco. (Coming from an Asus consumer)
Firmwares are up to date, usually bug fixes. In terms of software, ASUS has a trillion options. Deco and Orbi are much more limited in terms of options, they have all the main stuff and a few other things but compared to ASUS, the options just don’t compare.
If I can ask a question which mesh system. The option I need is to tell each of my Wi-Fi cameras which node to connect to in a mesh system. Currently I'm using Google nest Wi-Fi Pro which works fine except it's very limited to advanced settings. I don't necessarily need Wi-Fi 6. Because my upload and download is 300 300. Problem is sometimes my cameras switch to a different node that's further away and then I can't access them thanks for your help
@landpet Great video as usual! Is the BE65 the same as the BE63? Im in EU and can't find the BE63 available. Is the 65 the model outside USA? Also if I added deco poe at a later date will the mesh to the BE65? Thanks
BE65 is a slightly better BE63 Yes, all decos are compatible with each other. Keep in mine, the BE65 is not a PoE router, it needs power from the wall.
@@landpetthanks so much for taking the time to reply. I think the 65 is probably enough as only 1gb fibre available. I had cat 6e installed through out the house and two cat 6e ceiling connections so might put two poe there (have a poe switch for those set up also) and then the three be65 should cover everything between wired and wireless back haul The BE65 seem great value
@@landpetJust a quick question is the be 85 two pack worth the 200 euro difference over the be 65 three pack if money is not the deciding factor? Is the BE85 performance that good? Im capped at 1-1.2gb but it will upgrade to 2 gb next year. Thank you
No mention of support. Netgear charges for support after 90 days. You also barely covered the need to pay to unlock full functionality, sometime at outrageous prices. Any hardware that requires a paid subscription is a deal breaker for me.
I decided for the Deco XE70 System. I using Wireless Backhaul for my NAS, Homeassistant and my slow german Internet connection (for you abroad), so the Asus GT6 Mesh System would the best option. But because of its design this router is out. I like reticent tech design which integrate in the background. Why must be the asus design so flashy?
Hi I was wondering how the asus et8 would compare to any of the ones you picked for 1 gig speeds. I’m so lost on which one is the best so please help me
Hey, thanks for your vid a good one again, those numbers are a bit strange for me, or your test methology changed a bit, the diff between BE65 and BE85 ( missed in this one ) are not that big, in comp with your vid from back of 1 year.
Honestly I like a lot of the routers and it was a very tough decision to put this list together but just decided to move forward with this list. I'm still a fan of most of the Deco's along some of the others as well.
You need to do Percentage loss when you do the speed test as eero 6+ was only losing like 10% while the Netgear was losing almost 40% of speed!!! So you have 5000Mbps coming in to a 5GB capable device (Netgear) then that's out-putting 3114Mbps download that a huge inefficiency. Where as the eero can only take 1000Mbps but outputs 892Mbps.
I purchased an asus a while back based upon its parental controls. It was garbage as it literally didn't do what it claimed. Asus never responded to emails so it was just easier to get my money back from the retail outlet. Never again asus!
Product Link(s):
eero 6+: amzn.to/3iYL9ER
TP-Link Deco XE70 Pro (3-pack): www.amazon.com/Deco-WiFi-6e-mesh-system/dp/B0CZ7NQR5B/?maas=maas_adg_2C99E0860AE89DCE52918E1882D5357D_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=landpet05-20&th=1
ASUS ROG Rapture GT6: amzn.to/3mHN31R
TP-Link Deco BE63 (3 Pack): www.amazon.com/dp/B0CN8QLS4K?maas=maas_adg_B8C1349305A83F9350DA87F5557A7885_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=landpet05-20
TP Link Deco BE95 (2 Pack) : amzn.to/3IEXdIj
NETGEAR ORBI 970 Series (2 Pack): amzn.to/3S68oja
Cat7 Ethernet Cables: amzn.to/3Yf7pxD
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Well made videos. Every information I needed to decide for my network improvement project. Thank you landpet!
You’re welcome
Thanks for your vids. I bought BE65 (Australia) based on your vids because needed wireless backhaul. They are super great
Great to hear! They are pretty awesome!
Ah cool Im thinking about that kit as well
Very good detailed video ! I’m in a 2 story house of 6 people and 2 use wired connection for gaming and there’s also the home security system + wireless connected TV’s, phones, computers.
What WiFi would be best to suit this situation ?
watching these with a 10mbps connection makes a lot of sense
lol
Thanks for video. We're getting fiber internet installed in the next few weeks so we're looking at wifi7 mesh networks for our house.
Nice!, fiber internet is great, I have it with Frontier
My ISP is 1gb , Costco currently has the tp link deco be11000 WiFi 7 for $399 , however most of my home devices don’t support WiFi 7. Main concern is having good coverage and speed. Tried tp link axe5300 but had unstable connection. Tried eero pro 6e… seems a bit more stable but range to my backyard sucks. Whats your take on which mesh system to get? Should I invest in the Costco WiFi 7 deal to be ready for newer technology or stick to a less expensive mesh network like the eero 6+? Thanks
Yes please answer this I'm in the same boat. Is wifi 7 worth it if none of my devices have that capability?
In your opinion is it safe for a non techi guy who doesn't need parental control to use tp link deco without taking on a subscription as this will probably be my deciding factor to buy or not?
That sounds fine, if you don’t need the features, no point in paying for it
Thanks for the reply, looking forward to all the good black friday deals, I hope🤞
Thanks!! I think I’m going to buy the deco be95. Seems like a good value. Is that their current “flagship”?
No problem! Yes, that is their flagship
Would like to see another head-to-head of the latest versions of the eero 6+ vs. the eero Pro 6E, just to see if the Pro 6E performance has been improved (with any firmware or hardware updates) over the tests from 2 years ago.
eero Max 7 vs eero Pro 6E vs eero 6+ Full Comparison | Specs, Speed Tests, Range Test, App and More
th-cam.com/video/hN-Pl-9EKA8/w-d-xo.html
Pro 6E did get better overall the last time I tested.
@@landpet
Thanks for the reply and link. Much appreciated!
Amazing comparison video! Do you have uptime/reliability stats for each Wi-Fi mesh system? It’s one of the most annoying things about ASUS’s Ai-Mesh from my experience… the connectivity seems to break too often and doesn’t auto-heal, especially when mixing different ASUS routers.
From this list, I've used the Orbi 970 the longest, maybe collectively a few months. That's usually my default when I'm not testing.
The rest have been fine, no issues with any of them, but most of them are tested for less than a month. I go through lots of routers so the long term reviews are difficult.
Thank you, this was so helpful!
I just switched over to AT&T fiber and need to purchase mesh Wifi. Can you please help me decide between the XE70 Pro vs XE75 Pro? I will be doing WIRELESS backhaul. Below are some additional details:
- AT&T plan is 500mbps, but I may increase to a max of 1000mpbs depending on performance
- My home is 2500sqft (3500sqft if you include back outside patio)
- AT&T provided router BGW320 is in farthest corner of home.
- 8-15 devices using wifi at any given time (computers, phones, tv, smart home devices)
- Most critical need is for work (zoom meetings, uploading, etc.) and streaming (smart TVs)
Can you provide an recommendation XE70 Pro vs XE75 Pro (or another similar priced product)?
Also, can you confirm how many nodes/units (2 or 3) you'd recommend?
THANK YOU!!!
I thought I responded to this already but if I didn't.
Either one is good (price will sway me), XE75 pro is slightly better for wireless backhaul speeds. I would opt for a 3 pack.
Alternate would be Asus xt9 or Asus GT6. I would still opt for 3 pack even though 2 may be enough.
@@landpet I appreciate the feedback. In regards to the ONT, would I just unplug/return the BGW320 and then connect the main Fiber Optic cable directly into the Deco?
Also, do you still have discount codes for either of those two products?
Thank you in advance for your feedback
(FYA I responded with the above message on your other video, apologies for the duplicate messages)
Got the Netgear 970 with one satellite and got my new iPhone 16 Pro Max that has WiFi 7 and I see it’s connect to the 5 & 6GHz band. Love your video’s.
Thanks! I got the iPhone 16 Pro Max as well and I'm going to run some speed tests on that one to see how fast it can go.
@@landpet I will have to watch that video. I am on Xfinity and my plan is 1200Mbps down and 40 up. With the iPhone 16 Pro Max I am getting 1350Mbps and 42 up.
Thank you for detailed insight of the wifi 7 mesh. Liked!
I would like to know about the firmware for both Orbi and Deco. (Coming from an Asus consumer)
Firmwares are up to date, usually bug fixes.
In terms of software, ASUS has a trillion options. Deco and Orbi are much more limited in terms of options, they have all the main stuff and a few other things but compared to ASUS, the options just don’t compare.
If I can ask a question which mesh system. The option I need is to tell each of my Wi-Fi cameras which node to connect to in a mesh system. Currently I'm using Google nest Wi-Fi Pro which works fine except it's very limited to advanced settings. I don't necessarily need Wi-Fi 6. Because my upload and download is 300 300. Problem is sometimes my cameras switch to a different node that's further away and then I can't access them thanks for your help
Could you tell me what you think about the Tenda Nova MX12? A 3 unit system is under 200 dollars in Amazon.
this was a GREAT VIDEO thank u!!
no problem!
@landpet
Great video as usual!
Is the BE65 the same as the BE63?
Im in EU and can't find the BE63 available.
Is the 65 the model outside USA?
Also if I added deco poe at a later date will the mesh to the BE65?
Thanks
BE65 is a slightly better BE63
Yes, all decos are compatible with each other. Keep in mine, the BE65 is not a PoE router, it needs power from the wall.
@@landpetthanks so much for taking the time to reply.
I think the 65 is probably enough as only 1gb fibre available.
I had cat 6e installed through out the house and two cat 6e ceiling connections so might put two poe there (have a poe switch for those set up also) and then the three be65 should cover everything between wired and wireless back haul
The BE65 seem great value
@@adamskerritt1005 BE65 should be great for up to 2.5Gbps speeds
@@landpetthanks so much for always taking the time to give awesome advice and videos!
@@landpetJust a quick question is the be 85 two pack worth the 200 euro difference over the be 65 three pack if money is not the deciding factor? Is the BE85 performance that good? Im capped at 1-1.2gb but it will upgrade to 2 gb next year. Thank you
Which one would you recommend between the TP Link DecoBE85 and B95?
95 is overall better
No mention of support. Netgear charges for support after 90 days. You also barely covered the need to pay to unlock full functionality, sometime at outrageous prices. Any hardware that requires a paid subscription is a deal breaker for me.
ASUS is amazing from that aspect
I have a question: would my performance increase if I used the new Deco wifi 7 as my main with axe5400 as my satellites?
It can depending on your speeds. General rule of thumb is to have your best router as your main router
@ so if I have 1 gbs service does having the new Deco wifi 7 help with signal strength to the other AXE 5400?
Any thoughts on TP-Link Deco XE70 pro versus XE75 pro? What would you recommend with 1gb?
Both good, whichever is cheaper. XE75 Pro has slightly better wireless backhaul speeds
What are your thoughts on the BE63 versus the Orbi 770? Also, is the BE63 compatible with the Nighthawk CM3000 netgear modem?
I like both, the main advantage of the BE63 is the lower price. They should both be compatible with the modem.
@@landpet thanks!
I decided for the Deco XE70 System. I using Wireless Backhaul for my NAS, Homeassistant and my slow german Internet connection (for you abroad), so the Asus GT6 Mesh System would the best option. But because of its design this router is out. I like reticent tech design which integrate in the background. Why must be the asus design so flashy?
Hi I was wondering how the asus et8 would compare to any of the ones you picked for 1 gig speeds. I’m so lost on which one is the best so please help me
Closest to the gt6, the gt6 is a bit better than the et8
@ my price range is 300 dollars max. What do you think is the best one? I have 1 gig optimum internet with an arris sb8200 modem
Hey, thanks for your vid a good one again, those numbers are a bit strange for me, or your test methology changed a bit, the diff between BE65 and BE85 ( missed in this one ) are not that big, in comp with your vid from back of 1 year.
Honestly I like a lot of the routers and it was a very tough decision to put this list together but just decided to move forward with this list. I'm still a fan of most of the Deco's along some of the others as well.
What about the Google Nest Wifi Pro, any good?
It's not bad but it's not as good as the stuff on this list imo
Where does the Asus ZenWiFi XT9 fit in? I’m looking for the best mesh system in a home with lots of walls.
Similar to the GT6, that one is also very good
Do you think the new Orbi system is worth the upgrade from the previous Orbi AX6000?
Hoping to snag a Amazon renewed orbi 970 one day for good deal. I just can’t spend full price on it.
yeah keep your eyes open for one
You need to do Percentage loss when you do the speed test as eero 6+ was only losing like 10% while the Netgear was losing almost 40% of speed!!! So you have 5000Mbps coming in to a 5GB capable device (Netgear) then that's out-putting 3114Mbps download that a huge inefficiency. Where as the eero can only take 1000Mbps but outputs 892Mbps.
You’re correct but at the higher speeds, it’s much easier to lose speeds since the range is short for the crazy speeds.
@@landpet ahhh Oki I get you. Thank you for replying and keep up the great videos. Love watching 👍
Are you selling them bro?
No
What provider do you have that is offering 5Gb?
Frontier Fiber
I purchased an asus a while back based upon its parental controls. It was garbage as it literally didn't do what it claimed. Asus never responded to emails so it was just easier to get my money back from the retail outlet. Never again asus!
Thanks for your feedback on Asus