Google Nest Wifi Router (Snow)

Google users will gravitate naturally towards the Google Nest Wi-Fi, but really any homeowner should be pleased with the performance of this mesh system. Setup is a cinch, our testers found, and once it was up and running, download speeds increased significantly, even in far-flung parts of the home.

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  Intuitive setup and control, Speedy download, Built-in Google Assistant

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  No USB ports, Lacks anti-malware security

For those looking to extend the reach of the internet around their home or improve Wi-Fi weak spots, Google's Nest Wifi mesh system is a fantastic option. It not only offers lovely designs but it is incredibly user friendly, simple to setup and it performs exactly how you would want it to.

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  Excellent unobtrusive design, Super-simple setup, Easy to use and manage, Fantastic Google Assistant integration, Reliable performance, Good parental controls

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  Router doesn't have speaker or built-in Google Assistant, Lack of ports on router, Not the cheapest, Deeper control requires second app

If you are looking for a premium WiFi mesh system — particularly if you have a Google-based smart home — then we think the Google Nest Router system is a great option. Compatible with both Google WiFi and Google Nest Points , you can mix and match to get the perfect network for your needs and the...

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  High maximum throughput, Great coverage, Great for Google-based smart homes

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  Very expensive, More difficult to set up

I expected more from a Google product. The WiFi coverage is fast and covers a large home well. The Google speakers lack a lot of helpful features. A good example is if you have 2 speakers within earshot of each other you get two response when you say “Hey Google”, it would be nice if the sensitivity...

My old router had two bands, and each band had its own SSID. Later, I added a wi-fi extender, and it too had two bands, and each one of them had ITS own SSID.That's a lot of networks to manage, and that's before adding a guest network.

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  You have to take a picture of the QR code It was hard for me to get a clear shot of the router's QR code with the power cable and the Ethernet cable to my computer attached. Of course, having re-read the instruction manual, I noticed that they didn't initially specify I should make that connect...

This was, by far, the easiest router set up I've ever done. Set up with really simple and I had the router and second point up and running within 10 minutes of unpacking. The connection strength and speed have been great and the devices look great, too!

I was tired of slow internet speeds so I bought this mesh router. Set up was fairly simple and had it up and running in no time. After that I have been very disappointed in the performance of this router. The speed was pretty good for the first few days, but then it has gotten slower and slower.

Better than my old router! Range has been good so far. I wish Google would allow you to customize more of the settings for your network though. However, some of the features to pause devices and set time limits is nice to have.

Better than my old router! Range has been good so far. I wish Google would allow you to customize more of the settings for your network though. However, some of the features to pause devices and set time limits is nice to have.

We have multiple people working from home in the house. Consistent connectivity was an ongoing issue. I did have a WiFi booster, but it was not making a difference. Once this Google solution was installed, connectivity improved by magnitudes and the connections from laptops in the house no longer...

Reception problem solved. Our home is a 2600 sf bi-level. We always had a weak WiFi signal on the opposite side of the home from where the single point Linksy’s router was located . Now our WiFi signal is strong throughout the home and now we have WiFi outside on our deck as well. Very pleased.

Very easy to install. Placed router on first floor right side of house, and the two add on points were placed on the left side of the house, one on the second floor and the other in the basement. Excellent strength wherever I go inside the house and covers my entire 1 acre property outside.