Measuring the Eero network using speed testing site offered results that were generally good, but inconsistent. Downloading a 750 megabyte file took about the same amount of time - around 40 seconds - on Eero’s network and my 5GHz network, but downloading that same file when connected to the 2.4GHz network took slightly longer. Some tasks, such as looking at photos on Instagram or Facebook, felt smoother and faster when connected to Eero versus either of my other networks. Television episodes on Netflix loaded slightly faster too, but the difference was barely noticeable. Video quality was also a bit sharper when streaming via Eero versus my Netgear’s networks. These are hiccups I sometimes encounter with my Netgear AC1750 Smart Wi-Fi Router, which broadcasts a 2.4GHz network and a 5GHz network simultaneously. There were no service interruptions, and I never had to cope with poor streaming quality or buffering. I positioned another unit on top of the refrigerator in my kitchen toward the back of the apartment, and another on a nightstand in a bedroom near the front of the apartment.Įero’s network was generally reliable during everyday use. Eero recommends placing units in high, open spaces where they can “see” one another.įor my tests, I placed one Eero on a shelf in my living room, which is in the center of my moderately-sized four-bedroom apartment. That’s about more than aesthetics: The eeros’ location has a big impact on their speed and reliance. The company hopes this will encourage owners to display them proudly rather than hiding them behind books and knick-knacks. Unlike the clunky routers made by some other networking companies, Eero’s devices are compact and slender. The company issues automatically-installed updates to keep its network secure and functional. ![]() ![]() ![]() You can use it to check the status of your network, see how many devices are connected to your network, or share login credentials with your guests. Eero’s companion app walks you through every step, complete with helpful images.Įero’s app is helpful in other ways, too. Getting the network up and running is as easy as downloading an app and plugging in Eero’s units. You need only three things to set up an Eero network: An Internet modem, Eero’s Wi-Fi devices, and a smartphone. ![]() Here’s a closer look at what it was like to use Eero’s Wi-Fi system.
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