Choose the right WiFi solution:
Router or Mesh System

Finding the right WiFi solution for your home comes down to a few key factors. Here’s our quick expert guide on how to choose.

Netgear wifi mesh and routers - difference

What’s the difference?

A Nighthawk Router provides WiFi from one central location for concentrated performance that’s ideal for simpler layouts and smaller spaces. An Orbi Mesh System broadcasts WiFi from multiple points, spread throughout the home, for consistent performance in larger spaces.

Nighthawk WiFi Routers

Focused coverage

A single router can deliver all the WiFi coverage you need for apartments and small-to-midsize homes with straightforward layouts.

Concentrated performance

Provides high-speed performance close to the router, making them a good fit for homes where the WiFi signal doesn't need to reach faraway devices.

Great value

WiFi routers are available in a range of entry to mid-level price points, and generally cost less than mesh WiFi systems.

Orbi Mesh Systems

Superior WiFi coverage

Mesh systems use satellites that amplify the WiFi signal from multiple locations to provide a bigger coverage area that’s ideal for large/multi-story homes.

Flexible placement

Place satellites anywhere you need to overcome challenges like larger spaces, multiple levels, thicker walls, or unique floor plans. Add more satellites to expand coverage, as needed.

Consistent performance

A mesh router and satellites are specially tuned to work together, providing consistent, powerful performance throughout your entire home — inside and out.