How to Choose the Best Router for your Smart Home

Published by Shane W. on February 26, 2021February 26, 2021

With so many options like Wifi 6, Wifi 6E, HomeKit routers, mesh, tri-band, etc…it’s all very confusing…😫😫!! What does all this mean and what should you be looking for when shopping around for a new router? We’ll discuss all of these topics and more. I’ll also share with you what I’m currently using, what I’ve used in the past, and my experience with them all.

Products Seen in Video:

Linksys Velop MX 10 Mesh Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6:
https://geni.us/VelopMX10

Eero Pro Mesh Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6:
https://geni.us/EeroProWifi6

Netgear Orbi Mesh Tri-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 6:
https://geni.us/OrbiWifi6

Netgear Orbi 2 Pack Mesh Wi-Fi 5: https://geni.us/NetgearOrbi1

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