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Routers and mesh Wi-Fi systems

A router or mesh system improves the range and stability of the Wi-Fi from your broadband hub. It all starts with the size and layout of your home: a single unit for an open space, several nodes for thick walls or multiple floors. Ethernet ports and a clear app make daily use easier. The advertised top speed matters less than you might think, as your broadband package caps it.

Rated on these criteria

  • Observed price
  • Maximum Wi-Fi speed
  • Number of Ethernet ports
  • Number of antennas
The buying guide

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The right product depends on the situation. Each page below takes the category’s criteria and changes their weight for one specific need.

Router for office with wired equipment Choose a router to connect printers, desktops and peripherals via Ethernet. Focus on wired ports and reasonable pricing. Read Router for home with video streaming Choose a router to watch films and series in high definition on multiple screens. High Wi-Fi speed and broad coverage are priorities. Read Router for small dwelling or studio Choose a router suited to a compact space with few connected devices. Prioritise pricing and installation simplicity. Read

What we rate in this category

Every product in the category is rated from 0 to 100 on these criteria : the same for all of them, whichever merchant sells it.

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Observed price
The lower the price, the longer the bar.
Maximum Wi-Fi speed
Indicates the maximum wireless data transfer rate. The higher the speed, the longer the bar.
Number of Ethernet ports
Indicates the number of wired network ports available. The more ports, the longer the bar.
Number of antennas
Indicates the number of antennas equipping the router. The more antennas, the better the coverage generally is and the longer the bar.

Price brackets by tier

Orders of magnitude, not displayed prices: a price only appears on Kalyneo once it has been collected from a merchant, with its collection date.

Under €70

A basic router to replace the ISP box or extend Wi-Fi in a single-floor home, with few Ethernet ports and simple settings.

€70 to €200

Mesh system with two or three units to cover multiple rooms or floors, clear app and enough network ports for wired devices.

Over €200

Wide coverage, powerful antennas, advanced parental controls, many ports and high theoretical speeds for a complex home.

The buying guide for this category Buying guide: routers and mesh Wi-Fi systems Choosing a router or mesh system hinges on three pillars: maximum throughput determines transfer fluidity, the number of Ethernet ports governs wired connections, and antennas influence signal range. The gap between entry-level models and premium solutions is measured in tens of gigabits and coverage capacity. Read the guide

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