What is Mesh Wifi (& Why You Should Absolutely Get One)

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Since it's been years since I covered the topic, I figured it was time to do another what is mesh wifi video. In this Decodr episode, we discuss what mesh wifi is, its benefits, as well as what the difference is between mesh wifi and wifi extenders plus all the new wifi standards that now work with mesh like WiFi 6 and WiFi 6E. Come watch!
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@alexmaclean1 2 ай бұрын

Never knew about mesh till last week. Set up a 5 piece eero 6e pro system. I have 4 in the house and one in the garage and now I've got insane speed anywhere on my property. It took about an hour to set everybody up and its been wonderful.

@benhartson 19 күн бұрын

which one did you end up going with ?

@alexmaclean1 19 күн бұрын

@@benhartson I went with the Eero 6e pro. Initially I set up 5 units as my house was fiarly large and I wanted garage coverage too, but I found out that the range these have is pretty good and I've sent 2 back. I actually had too many and it was causing occasional issues with not knowing which hub to connect me to. 1 on each floor and one on the garage and I have excellent coverage.

@gurshair Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the awesome videos. These explain concepts so well, especially for those who are not technically oriented

@nomoinutah 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video, I learned a lot! I had no idea I needed mesh wifi, now I can't live without it. We are just getting Google Fiber, so I'm really excited to see the difference in streaming, my daughter's gaming, etc. I will subscribe because you made a dull subject (for this biology nerd) easy to learn... oooh, squirrel... shiny thing!

@zacdef8845 6 ай бұрын

Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks for the great explanation!

@alexchatigny5369 9 ай бұрын

Just ordered an extender today because been having lots of dropped service lately. After watching this though I think I'm just going to return it and go for a mesh now that I better understand the difference between the two. Thanks for the informative video!

@QuestForGood 3 ай бұрын

An extender is terrible!!!

@joeg6385 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the deep explanation on why to go this route. Gained a subscriber

@-m4ndo-693 2 ай бұрын

Thank you very much. Needed to educate myself on the difference between the new mesh 😎👌 much appreciated my bro. Keep them coming 💪😎👌

@MichaelFeighery 11 ай бұрын

Great video. Very clear and with a bit of humour to cheer up a fairly dry subject. Well done and thanks. Michael

@phbrinsden 8 ай бұрын

When we finally got a gigabit fiber network in our neighborhood I decided to rethink everything so purchased an eero 6+ mesh wifi system with 3 boxes. It’s awesome. Never any issues. Very even coverage even out into the yard.

@LaughlinGroup 5 күн бұрын

Great video! Thorough and understandable for the less savvy.

@SWells679 Ай бұрын

Good video, Dude. I dig your channel's aesthetic.

@johnmartinez4602 4 ай бұрын

Thank you. A simple, clear and concise walkthrough on a Mesh set up. Sold!

@maiveau 16 күн бұрын

I have learned soooo much today. Thank for an expertly crafted and informative video!

@Chockster612 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this! I have a new mesh system and now I understand how it works.

@TheUnlockr Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@chriswalter4171 3 ай бұрын

i absolutely loved this video and loved the transitions from room to room.

@TheUnlockr 3 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@deannadho4855 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for a well done video that explains the mesh wifi well.

@lazdow9229 5 ай бұрын

Absolutely a fantastic video with tons of useful information. Many, many thanks!

@TheUnlockr 5 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@michelwong1 11 ай бұрын

I only decided to get TP Link Deco X60 / AX5400 3-pack MESH wifi 6 system recently after all these years of internet . Very good coverage even only with ONE mesh is switched on. . I am happy with the installation............................. 👍👍👍👍👍👍

@andybaz89 4 ай бұрын

Absolutely fantastic explaination!

@iar1980 Жыл бұрын

Great content as always. Love these Decodr episodes. Keep them coming.

@TheUnlockr Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@mijailova 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for explaining this in an understandable way for us who were born too early for all this tech talk. We are always struggling with our wifi, provided by Xfinity, which really stinks. We have tried extenders but we still can't even watch 30 mins of tv without it having to buffer. Thank you again. we will looking into this Mesh wifi!

@zeroclockgaming 18 күн бұрын

thanks man, solid video

@edwardmessinger7572 20 күн бұрын

Thank You, very well done. Very helpful.

@scottrivers6472 2 ай бұрын

Excellent introduction video. Thank you very much for this.

@gardscoin Жыл бұрын

Very nerdy :-) informative! Great vid! Thanks!

@javezkeith2537 Жыл бұрын

I liked the details of making coffee in your apartment. Coffee is your signature style. Great explainer video 👍

@m.freedomlovingamerican2723 4 ай бұрын

Great explanation!

@Otterly_GR8 3 ай бұрын

Great explanation, thanks

@stephenfewson7188 8 ай бұрын

Leaving a comment to boost the interaction. Great explanation mate, thankyou

@TheUnlockr 8 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@ildefonsomares1792 8 ай бұрын

Great video very informative thanks!

@ragingdusty9571 7 ай бұрын

I have the Google Nest Wifi Pro and its great (yes i know its capped at 1 gig by 1 gig but we cant get those speeds here) it has fixed all of our wifi coverage issues in our home

@keithevans0407 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for explaining this. Unfortunately, these are no longer available. Are there any others you'd recommend?

@jerryh2954 5 ай бұрын

Perfect explanation. Thank you

@TheUnlockr 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@cristiangeorgescus 6 ай бұрын

awesome explanation! One quick question. Just bought a 2 mesh. What happens to the router wifi i had before? will i have 2 wifis or is going to be unified?

@timothyt.82 6 ай бұрын

I have a google mesh network for home automation and improved WiFi. Funny thing is, i was surprised when the router i plugged in to use as an ethernet only connection automatically surrendered control to the mesh network, which tells me that if I wanted to, I could theoretically use any WiFi device to extend my network. That would make things very interesting if that is the case.

@mia_1969 Жыл бұрын

Great info. Luv'd the ending! LoL 😆

@TheUnlockr Жыл бұрын

Thank you and ha thanks!

@kevinwells4986 Жыл бұрын

I wil be purchasing very soon the new Macbook M2 Ultra capable of using WiFi 6. I am fortunate enough to live in a house already wired for it by my son-in-law. I can't wait to witness the performance first hand as I begin to use the new system. Thanks for showing me what to expect. I moved here from the mountains in California (because of fire), and find myself reunited with family - and technology is my background thing so I watch all of your videos with anticipation. Thank you.

@TheUnlockr Жыл бұрын

That's great, enjoy it and glad video this helped! Thanks for watching!

@MrGallcion 7 ай бұрын

Thanks!!! Great info!!!

@dmsorensen 10 ай бұрын

Super helpful! Thanks!

@TheUnlockr 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@jimx1169 11 ай бұрын

Solid video. Thanks!

@TheUnlockr 11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@CinematicOrchestra 8 ай бұрын

Nice coffee setup!

@Melb_buddy Жыл бұрын

Great video but can I ask a silly question (this is all new to me). With a mesh system does it have a WPS So I can connect my tv, printer with just one push like I do now ?

@johnwatson8192 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for the introduction to this topic. A couple of questions if I may: 1) Each nodes must be plugged into the mains for power but does it transmit any signals on the mains wiring? The reason I ask this is because HiFi critics often say that they have measurements to show that wifi extenders introduce noise into the system which has a detrimental effects the performance of Hi Fi components. 2) Do you have to run an ethernet patch cable between the base and the other nodes?

@viljosavolainen2286 8 ай бұрын

They dont need bash cable, but i believe they can utilize one if present. I dont know if they can balance the load between fired and fireless backbone though.

@coukamlung 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for asking those questions that were left out in the video

@ever6 Жыл бұрын

Nice video now I'm trying to decide wifi 7 mesh or 6E since I'll probably have to give up my google fiber due to it not being avaialble at new location for Att Fiber and I like using my own equipment

@vicissitude24 3 күн бұрын

Thank you for this. Any chance you can discuss about the terminology in the wifi mesh configuration GUI? not the app.

@Hawkfan4life88 6 ай бұрын

@the unlockr would the mesh wifi systems work with DSL? My neighborhood lives in the stone ages an the HOA voted against fiber a few years ago. Starlink was my other option but this might be a cheaper option. Appreciate the video

@pppete05 9 ай бұрын

Hey, thanks for the great video. If the router+modem that’s supplied by my internet provider is just Wi-Fi 5, will that limit my speeds even if I get Wi-Fi 6 mesh system? Cheers

@smaug9833 Ай бұрын

Just buy standard routers and connect in Access Point mode, they are usually cheaper than mesh satellite devices, and you can also set them up with the same SSID - your devices will auto switch to whichever access point is nearest.

@ErikOdinsvej 8 ай бұрын

Question: how to start with a mesh system ? I have a normal router (with wifi) and 4 output ports, that I currently use - If I replace my router with one of the mesh system then I have a limit of ethernet ports so do i first have a switch from my modem and then use one output to the mesh system or ???

@Princesssweetpotato 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video! I need a wired connection for my work from home position and am looking for solutions. If I have the mesh routers wirelessly connected to the main router can I hardwire my laptop to one of the mesh routers? Thank you

@waalex11 6 ай бұрын

This taught me mesh is best over extenders or whatever. Although even better would be not needing it, I think. Hopefully Bell can move my modem to the first floor...

@kayleencochran2282 6 ай бұрын

Hi thanks that was so good to hear your video on mesh wifi . I have a very large fig tree between my studio and house the nbn is connected to the house and I am looking for a solution as there is no internet signal at the studio some 30-40 meters away from the house. Do you think the mesh will work for me . The house is double storey and the shed is metal mainly. Thanks for your help😄

@LTULOfficial Жыл бұрын

if I understand it correct, a mesh or general router is good for homes that has spots were there are bad wifi signals? if you pay for an up and down, the router can't make it more faster than what you already paying for right?

@colterino 4 ай бұрын

Very clear...Thanks..

@TheUnlockr 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching

@DT-zy7fe Жыл бұрын

Very informative.

@TheUnlockr Жыл бұрын

Glad you found it useful!

@jneckcrank 7 ай бұрын

Would like to use the mesh extender to cover the distance from my house to the barn and garage which is about 150 ft from the house. Seems to far for the mesh units to work?

@tonyl3461 6 ай бұрын

Can I plug two satellites in to the main router? I have the CAT 5e cables going in two different directions and just need to extend my wireless.

@danf321 11 ай бұрын

My Cable tech recommended a Mesh Router to extend my WiFi range, but do I totally replace my current cable company supplied WiFi router or does a Mesh Router plug into my existing? And if it totally replaces my current WiFi router, will my cable company give me the standard excuse of “It’s not compatible with our system” as seems to always happen?

@kaseyjackson8237 10 ай бұрын

I see AT&T offering up to 5 GB. Which mesh supports to 2 -5 GB?

@Bacardibombillo 8 ай бұрын

Can you connect more that 3 or 4 Wifi extenders around the house 'Linksys with a normal optical router?

@kevincarothers7486 10 ай бұрын

WELLL... Yes it's stupid-easy to set up, but there are glitches with old wifi devices, like WEP printers and such... At least it's an issue with the Eero mesh; YMMV. Before jumping in to installing the mesh, it would be nice to mention this... ALSO, some relatively new, but older smartphones (like older Samsungs in my case) do not host the mesh well... the app gets clunky... AND... some of us less-fortunate folks out there got some work-mandated equipment (usually older, but tell THEM that...) and aps that don't fly well if there are multiple network entry point in the home - which some of us gotta do... But this video is awesome.

@jobin_joy 5 ай бұрын

Hey what about the ping in mesh router? Is it same or higher....extender usually has bad ping

@roelandvanbergehenegouwen9045 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the explanation of things. It makes it much clearer, but with some challenges. If I want to move from the old conventional 2.4GHz Wifi to 5 or 6 GHz, how do I cover a space of 8000M2 with a lot of concrete (fortified) walls. I would need a lot of mesh wifi devices. Correct or is there a smarter way of doing that? Salamat

@andrewdurhamenglish9977 6 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot!

@Felizvlogs Жыл бұрын

I have mesh Wi-Fi at my home works well!

@joeyn.9135 Жыл бұрын

i've been using a wifi6 mesh network for about 4 years now. so stressful having to deal with the dumb connection between the nodes literally daily when the 5GHz channels start dropping for some reason. 🤦🏻‍♂️

@maxali9295 3 сағат бұрын

Hi! My apartment complex provides wifi for us in the complex with our rent. Do you think I can connect the original mesh router to the ethernet port in our living room wall and have that be our "main mesh router", or does this only work if you have an actual modem in the apartment...

@mrpentium 4 ай бұрын

does the mesh main node need a special port to plug into the router ? (the video shows a 10GE Wan port) or can it just plug into any router LAN port ?

@connersutton1458 4 ай бұрын

I’m really wanting to switch to a mesh system, but my home only has coax. Do I have to have Ethernet in order to use mesh?

@willynilly2545 9 ай бұрын

I have those same Le Creuset mugs

@rosswoolley2854 11 ай бұрын

Does it work in a hotel environment were you need 8 hot spots and up to 40 users at the same time?

@Hisenormity 11 ай бұрын

When you swap out the router how does the new one know how to connect to your internet provider account?

@chuckp1098 10 ай бұрын

It looks like the strength and quality of the slave node depends on the Wi-Fi connection it gets from the master node. What’s the best way to maximize the slave node's source signal?

@illegalopinions4082 10 ай бұрын

Remove obstacles that obstruct a direct line between the two or put them closer

@user-mp8gp3mh4n 9 ай бұрын

I have an art studio in my grandparents garage attic. It isn’t crazy far away. I get 1-2 bars on average but sometimes more. Do you guys think this would work for us??

@ronytomano 4 ай бұрын

Best buy says they are around 1500 square feet in coverage. Is that for EACH mesh device or all three?

@Bacardibombillo 8 ай бұрын

Can you connect Mesh to a Router and then distribute?

@steveosman4992 6 ай бұрын

awesome...thanks

@DonRonNizzle 7 ай бұрын

I am wondering whether it would work in my setup. I have a Modem placed in a locker above the entrance door. Router is about 2 meters away from it in living room. Shall I then connect 1 of such Mesh router into the main router and second as an access point ? I cannot replace the router completely because it's also allowing the connection to TV from my network provider

@rockstar6790 Жыл бұрын

I have swap my Wifi extender to a Wifi Mesh router and it was a massive improvement. Thanks to your video, I understand the downsides of a Wifi extender and managed to make to jump to a Wifi Mesh system. Oh, regarding your NAS storage, is there a specific app you use to access your NAS storage?

@TheUnlockr Жыл бұрын

So glad it helped and thanks for watching the video! And yeah, my NAS is made by Synology and they have their own Synology Drive app that I use.

@beenbricks 9 ай бұрын

@@TheUnlockr can theses work for gaming consoles(ps5&xbox series s)and where get these

@Ed-yj1ux 6 ай бұрын

Hello, do we need to have an ethernet wired connection in our home in order to use mesh wifi? or can we do it with a wireless router like for example t-mobile 5g home internet? my landlord told me there is no internet wires at my place and I called xfinity and it would by pricey for them to run wires because there is no towers close by to where I’m staying

@rockstar6790 6 ай бұрын

@@Ed-yj1ux It doesn not matter if it's wired or wireless, so long as you can connect a mesh wifi router to your existing router (using a wired connection). Then, you can place one of the nodes (that came with the mesh router) anywhere in your home to expand the signal.

@jobin_joy 5 ай бұрын

Hey what about the ping in mesh router? Is it same or higher....extender usually has bad ping

@von_Apa 10 ай бұрын

Great video!

@IbraAtc Ай бұрын

Nice video. Is it dangerous for the health to put the satellite mesh near your bed?

@ricdonato4328 4 ай бұрын

Thank you. Using a mesh network, we would like to connect a USB printer to the Mesh thus creating a Wi-Fi printer. On your screen shots I do not see any USB Type A ports. We could just purchase a new inexpensive Wi-Fi printer and be done with it, however we do not like disposing of a perfectly good USB printer.

@cameronvandevelde4186 4 ай бұрын

i have a question. My wife and I just bought our first home and we love it! We currently have a NETGEAR Nighthawk RAXE500 Router for our home and it works great but as I am starting to understand how Mesh Wifi works, it is something I definitely want to get for our home down the road. is buying a Mesh Wifi System worth getting for a 1400 Sq Ft Home? or is sticking with our NETGEAR RAXE500 just fine? We just got a starter home for now and once we start having a family in a couple of years, we will move into a bigger house then

@JJFlores197 4 ай бұрын

If your current wifi setup works well across your home and you have no issues with signal and performance, you don't necessarily need any mesh devices.

@bucketmanreo 9 ай бұрын

Any type of mesh for outside? Weatherproof?

@callmemainey 7 ай бұрын

How do you know where the edge is though buddy, i think thats the only question i have which is preventing me from buying right now!

@JaimeFelipeMunera 9 ай бұрын

Any VLAN support? or is this consumer grade only?

@edianm215k8 Ай бұрын

OK, I have a general question if you buy a Wi-Fi mesh do you get the Wi-Fi for free or do you have to have a Wi-Fi provider and then you just buy the Wi-Fi mesh as it like a extender?

@AldrichCarrasco 10 ай бұрын

You didn’t mention the maximum mesh wifi devices in the same network and the optimum distance between them. Does anyone know about this?

@rafaelfigueroa6750 10 ай бұрын

Do you know of any mesh routers that i can set my first mesh router a custom ip. I have tried and i have a old building system that needs a 169. But most mesh routers only have the capability for 169, 10, or 172 starting ip's Thank you!!

@knight-encounters 11 ай бұрын

Can mesh wifi help avoid the wifi interference with neighbours wifi networks around me?

@chrissmith-oq5nq 7 ай бұрын

I just bought a new tp-link archer: aX3000 but i dont know if its mesh compatible. Do i need another router that's mesh compatible or can i still use this one?

@DntPk 10 ай бұрын

We got mesh wifi6 and now our ring camera wont work any idea on how to get it to work without wiring an ethermet cable

@PatHiggins-Mayo Жыл бұрын

Great video. Question.. Can i specifically select 2.4 for my Google Home products as they won't work with 5. Thanks

@TheUnlockr Жыл бұрын

So some let you choose some don't but regardless the products that can only see 2.4Ghz will only see that still so they'll work fine.

@PatHiggins-Mayo Жыл бұрын

@@TheUnlockr cheers

@user-wz2kx6og3n 5 ай бұрын

thanks, a lot.

@iamkamsai 9 ай бұрын

Life saver.

@B_t_b4 3 ай бұрын

im still confused does it replace my current wifi box? or wha? because this is sounding like it replaces it (i live in the UK so please tell me if its any different i desperately need better wifi and want to buy one of these