WiFi routers, mesh networks & range extenders
We've tested 17 different network devices to see which provide the best WiFi speed, coverage and security. Discover which technology is best for your home.
Under our new network devices test, standard and mesh routers (and a few range extenders) are tested to the same schedule. That lets us make a fair comparison between the different technologies.
Overall score breakdown
Overall score includes:
- Internet performance
The key contributor to our scoring, performance covers upload and download speeds over both WiFi and Ethernet, as well as WiFi coverage. We test WiFi at both short and long distances, and with a variety of devices including phones, computers and smart TVs.
- Ease of use and setup
- Security testing
We use the Nessus remote scanning tool to identify any vulnerabilities over WiFi or Ethernet. We also check for issues during setup, such as a weak default password.
- Features
- Electricity use
- Build quality
We've tested 17 wifi routers, mesh networks & range extenders.
Find the right one for you.
