Home networking
Coverage, connections & expansion
Netgear Orbi 970 three-pack
Best forFor a large home that really needs fast wireless backhaul.
Most buyers should compare less expensive mesh first, and distinguish this three-pack from a cheaper two-node kit.
- Wireless standard
- Wi-Fi 7
- Radio bands
- 2.4 GHz, two 5 GHz, 6 GHz
- Wired backhaul
- Supported
- Kit
- One router and two satellites
Reasons to choose it
- Powerful wireless backhaul
- Multigigabit Ethernet
Before you buy
Very expensive kit
2 review sourcesTP-Link Deco X55 (3-pack)
Best forImproving coverage without paying for Wi-Fi 7
This three-pack is for a home that needs wider coverage more than the latest wireless standard. Wired backhaul is worth using when possible; otherwise, walls and the link between nodes can limit speeds. There is no 6GHz band, so the X55 is a value choice rather than a match for premium tri-band mesh.
- Wireless standard
- Wi-Fi 6 / 802.11ax
- Radio bands
- 2.4 and 5 GHz
- Wired backhaul
- Supported
- Kit
- Three Deco X55 units
Reasons to choose it
- Flexible three-node coverage
- Ethernet backhaul option
Before you buy
Gigabit port ceiling
2 review sourcesNo same-test benchmark comparison is available for these models yet. The review findings and specifications above are available now.