ᐅ Which Wi-Fi Mesh System for Home Use?

Araknis schrieb:

This has nothing to do with each other, and mesh is not needed here at all. Just google mesh.

What is mesh then in your opinion?

tomtom79 schrieb:

What do you consider mesh then?

Networking of Wi-Fi access points using a second or third wireless channel (wireless backhaul). A common SSID and good coverage can also be achieved with wired access points; for that, mesh is not necessary.

In my opinion, a mesh router system is a simple solution, as @[B]Araknis explained.

For example, I have 3 routers/repeaters like Netgear Orbi, Amazon Eero—there are many 3-piece mesh sets available (usually marketed as Wi-Fi mesh sets or systems).

Each device would also be connected via LAN by me, with no further distribution over Wi-Fi.

Question about access points: are they always powered via PoE?

Pacc666 schrieb:

Question about access points: are they always connected via PoE?

Most of them, yes.

Pacc666 schrieb:

I have, for example, 3 routers/repeaters like Netgear Orbi, Amazon Eero—there are many 3-piece mesh sets available (usually marketed as Wi-Fi mesh sets or systems).

Orbi works well and is an easy solution; I have it running at my parents' place. However, they require a standard power outlet, not PoE. Also, you need to be okay with how they look. For my own new build, I wouldn’t choose that—I would definitely go for access points mounted on the ceiling.

Ok, thanks. So both options work well?

Where would you place the access points?

I somehow can’t imagine having an access point on the ceiling in the living room.

One access point per floor? What range do they usually have?

Do access points have indicator lights?

So, you have little knowledge about this topic. Mesh refers to a way of setting up the network. It is generally slower and less stable. You need at least one Wi-Fi access point per floor, preferably more if you want good coverage with fast 5 GHz Wi-Fi. Each access point simply broadcasts the same Wi-Fi network name and password. Your client device (phone, tablet, etc.) will then connect to the strongest signal. When you walk through the house, it switches from one access point to another.

There are also wall-mounted access points, but ceiling-mounted ones are better since there are no obstacles above.

They should definitely not be placed right behind cupboards! That will block the fast 5 GHz Wi-Fi, and you will be stuck using the slower 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi.

What do you mean by having enough LAN ports installed? Everything with a LAN port and that is stationary should be connected via LAN. Only mobile devices should use Wi-Fi. There are already several discussions on this topic.