Testseek.com have collected 151 expert reviews of the Google Wifi Home Mesh Wi-Fi System and the average rating is 81%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Google Wifi Home Mesh Wi-Fi System.
December 2016
(81%)
151 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(95%)
4754 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Stupid easy to set up
Simple
Beautifully designed app
Handy Wi-Fi pausing feature
Boosts coverage and Wi-Fi speeds
Single device is cheaper than competition
Least expensive mesh Wi-Fi product
Mesh networks can include AC1900 class OnHubs
Built-in ZigBee radio
App shows internet connection
Client connection and mesh connection performance
Extremely well priced
Given its performance and feature set
Very easy to set up and install
Flexible configurations
Easy to install and manage
Solid overall throughput speeds
Good-looking
Low-profile design
Top-notch app
Easy setup
Reliable signal
Wide range
Great companion app
Affordable
Excellent range
Fast performance
Easy to set up
Mesh Wi Fi system
Coverage area of up to 4
500 square feet
Easy to use Google Wi Fi app
Easy set up
Powerful
Accessible app
Solid Wi-Fi coverage
Excellent user interface
Stable
Consistent signals
Small
Unobtrusive design
Works with Philips Hue smart lights
IFTTT
Trusted Platform Module to verify firmware
Easy to setup and manage
Familyfriendly features
Solid mesh network performance
Affordable for a mesh system
Great Design
Very Easy To Setup
The ZigBee Technology
Can Create A Mesh Network
It Has A Competitive Price
Google Wifi is easy to use and a breeze to set up. It has strong Wi-Fi coverage and fast speed. It costs a lot less than other mesh Wi-Fi systems
Built in connection and speed tests on the app
Can prioritize bandwidth
Very affordable
Simple setup
Modular design for better coverage
Family-friendly control features
Modern design
The editors didn't like
Only comes in 1- or 3-pack
Does not support access point mode for mesh configurations
ZigBee radio supports only Philips Hue bulbs
Relatively weak smarthome support
No USB port for storage or printer support
Still waiting for MUMIMO support
Relatively weak smart-home support
Still waiting for MU-MIMO support
Lacks dedicated band control
No USB connectivity
Design options
Doesn't allow for tinkering
Limited ethernet connections
Only two Gigabit ethernet ports
Still an expensive setup
Not as fast as other mesh systems
No USB port for network storage or backup
Short range for single unit
No parental controls
Lacks USB ports
Performance doesn't equal highend routers at closer range
Expensive in broader networking terms
Lacks ethernet and USB ports
No Google Home functionality is a missed opportunity
Lacks Some Important Advanced Features
No Web Interface
Only Two Ethernet Ports per Unit
A Google account and a mobile device are required for setup and management. It doesn't have many advanced features or customizable network settings
Abstract: For some reason the internet is in a fizz over Google Home – sure it's a revolutionary product, but it's a bit before it's time. The thing people need today is better WiFi and Google is offering that in spades with their “Google WiFi” product.Walk into a...
Google Wifi makes it easy to eliminate wireless dead spots, although admin is done via a mobile app rather than a browser. It's also a good performer and, at under $500 for three Wifi nodes, well priced compared to other mesh systems.OverallSpecs$199 AUD...
Simple setup, Excellent long-range performance, Simple & effective features
Expensive, Negates advanced router features
The first mesh WiFi we've tested makes everything that's come before it look out of date. It's expensive but a simple and reliable way to genuinely spread WiFi throughout your home...
Abstract: Google delivers much more router than you'd expect for $129, but just one won't be enough for most people. Unless you live in a studio apartment, you'll want to avail yourself of two or three of these devices so you can deploy a mesh network. The master r...
Google Wifi is easy to use and a breeze to set up. It has strong Wi-Fi coverage and fast speed. It costs a lot less than other mesh Wi-Fi systems
A Google account and a mobile device are required for setup and management. It doesn't have many advanced features or customizable network settings
Google Wifi is the best Wi-Fi system on the market...
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Published: 2017-07-19, Author: Nick , review by: pcworld.co.nz
Simple setup, Excellent long-range performance, Simple & effective features
Expensive, Negates advanced router features
It's worth noting that other similar products are starting to appear on the Australian market, including Linksys Velop which promises to do much the same thing – we'll be testing that in the next few days.For now though, Google's Mesh WiFi is the first Wi...
Published: 2018-08-10, Author: David , review by: uk.hardware.info
Abstract: One of the most common annoyances of modern man is a poorly functioning WiFi connection. Especially now that more and more devices are becoming connected and it only gets busier in the ether, it can do no harm to take a good look at your current equipment...
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Published: 2018-05-21, Author: David , review by: uk.hardware.info
When we look at the results of our first major comparative mesh-test, it is striking that mesh-technology certainly does not guarantee a higher throughput in all cases. It is also noteworthy that the test results clearly show that a client that is close t...
Easy setup and well-designed app, Attractive, Reliable, far-reaching Wi-Fi
Modest performance, Not the cheapest, Must sign in with Google account, Not brilliant as a standalone router
Google Wifi – Setup and interface What will appeal to many about the Google Wifi is its apparently easy setup and maintenance. Just download the Google Wifi app, follow the simple instructions and away you go. Some users may dislike that you're forced to...
