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Wireless routers

Most Popular Wireless routers

TP-Link RE815XE_1 Wi-Fi extender
The best Wi-Fi extenders from our testing in 2024
We’ve tested the best Wi-Fi extenders on the market to find out which are the fastest and most effective at extending your home network
BT Whole Home Wi-Fi angled
BT Whole Home Wi-Fi review: A fully featured mesh Wi-Fi system
£300
BT's multipoint wireless system is fast, reliable and pricey – but it's worth it
Mercusys Halo H80X two node mesh Wi-Fi system on a yellow and grey rug
The best mesh Wi-Fi routers 2024 from our comprehensive testing
Get fast downloads and kill dead spots with our pick of the best mesh Wi-Fi routers

Latest Wireless routers

BT Mini Whole Home WiFi: Simple, effective and cheap
Home office Wireless routers

You can pay a lot more for top performance, but this dinky mesh eradicates not-spots for an excellent price

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£75 inc VAT
Huawei Mesh 3: Affordable with some noteworthy features
Wireless routers

We’ve certainly seen faster meshes but the Mesh 3 is fairly priced and works well

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£200 inc VAT
TP-Link M7650 review: Functional but limited
Wireless routers

This portable 4G router could be useful for travelling teams and families, though it’s far from feature-packed

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£139 inc VAT
Google Nest Wifi Pro: Performance doesn't justify price
Wireless routers

Though slick and shiny, the Nest Wifi Pro is behind the curve on both features and speed

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£380 inc VAT
Netgear Nighthawk M5: A superb 5G hotspot at a steep price
Wireless routers

You couldn’t ask for a more versatile portable router, but the price is hard to justify

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£763 inc VAT
TP-Link Archer MR600 V2: Functional 4G router, great price
Wireless routers

It isn’t fast or flashy, but the MR600 is the most affordable way to bolster your internet connection with a 4G failover

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£119 inc VAT
Netgear Orbi NBK752: Powerful Wi-Fi 6 mesh with 5G SIM slot
Wireless routers

It’s hugely expensive but the Orbi does it all, combining fast Wi-Fi with 5G mobile internet support

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£1099 inc VAT
Image of the Google Nest Wi-Fi system on a table against dark background
Google Nest Wifi: Mesh Wi-Fi with Google Assistant built in
Home office Wireless routers

The Nest Wifi seamlessly combines mesh Wi-Fi and smart speaker functions, but other wireless solutions are faster and more versatile

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£239 inc VAT
Plume HomePass Wi-Fi mesh: Fast, with an annual fee
Wireless routers

The HomePass mesh performs well, but some design decisions are questionable, and the subscription model won't be for everyone

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£96 inc VAT (two-node pack) per year
Huawei Wi-Fi Mesh 7 review: A solid mid-price Wi-Fi 6 mesh
Wireless routers

It’s an unadventurous design, but this mesh outshines most budget options while remaining reasonably affordable

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£279 inc VAT (Two node pack)