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November 2024

WiFi routers and mesh networks

Boost your internet performance by choosing a new router using our comprehensive test results and buying guide.

November 2024

Sky

WiFi Router

Price
Free on contract
Score
60

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Test results

  • 60
    WiFi performance
  • 62
    Setup and ease of use
  • 58
    Security

Good points

  • Easy to set up.
  • Easy to customise.
  • Good wired performance.
  • Supplied by Sky.
  • Supports WPA3 encryption.

Bad points

  • Poor performance through a concrete wall.
  • Terrible long-distance performance.

Model

  • Provided by internet company
    Sky
  • Cost when provided by internet company
    Free on 12 month contract
  • Mesh system
  • Number of units in pack
    1
  • Compatible with fibre
  • Compatible with ADSL/VDSL
  • Compatible with 4G/5G

More performance scores

  • Multi-device performance
    61
  • Obstructed performance
    31
  • Long-range performance
    22
  • Wired performance
    74

Specifications

  • Highest WiFi version
    WiFi 6
  • Weight of main unit
    460g
  • Ethernet LAN ports
    4
  • USB port
    Yes
  • Physical power button
  • Other buttons/switches
    WPS, Reset
  • Aerials
    Internal only
  • Wall mountable
  • Quick start guide included
  • Ethernet cables included
    2

Features

  • Can create guest networks
    Yes
  • WPS available
  • Supports WPA3 encryption
  • Firewall
  • Quality of service (QoS)
    No
  • Parental controls
    Time restrictions only
  • USB drive sharing
    No

Member reviews

1 Member review

sky box
Pros

i have had no problems with my router.

Cons

no

Recommend it?

Yes, I recommend this product.

barry r.

Used 3 - 6 months

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