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Linksys Velop Tri Band Home Mesh WiFi System WiFi Router WiFi Extender for Whole Home Mesh Network 3 pack White
Last Updated: March 15, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.1
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/10
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Network
355wifi, velop, coverage, node, linksys
+86%
-14%
" ... Improved WiFi for my home and expanded coverage. ... "
" ... If you have a multi floor villa or large house with a lot of walls that is the product for you. ... "
" ... No loss of speed anywhere in my house (2100 sq ft, “L” shaped one floor house). ... "
" ... There are two or three great brand names out there for home Mesh networks but my house is large (4,000 sq feet) and three stories. ... I set up my main Velop (aka the router) in the family on the first floor as it is the most active area of the house. ... This took me all of 30 minutes to set up the entire network. ... "
" ... Easy to set up two nodes, wifi coverage much stronger and consistent than the three antenna wireless-n router I replaced. ... "
" ... I worked sometimes with no problems but this Linksys Mesh works flawlessly. ... Old Netgear router and two extension. ... The new Linksys Velop AC2200 nodes were placed at the same locations as the Netgear products. ... "
" ... My house is 3000 SQ FT (3 floors) and has Xfinity setup a 3 in one router. ... My existing WIFI works great inside my house, all 3 floors no dead spots. ... But my house is brick and I do not get any wifi in my back yard or to my garage in front of my house which is about 60FT away. ... My router is on the 2nd floor of my house about in the center so that is where I placed the the main cube connected to my existing WIFI router using the cable that came with the Linksys cubes. ... The 2nd cube I placed on my 2nd floor in the front window of my house (about 40 feet from the main cube thru 2 walls). ... The 3rd cube I placed in the back room of my house again in a window facing my back yard, this one about 30 feet from the main cube. ... All cubes connected up with good signal. ... I was really surprised when I went out in front of my house and I had a strong wifi connection out past my garage (100feet out in front of my house). ... I was now able to connect up to WIFI security cameras outside my home including one on the front of my garage. ... I haven't actually found how far I have to go outside my home before the WIFI drops off but I would say it reaches at least 200 feet out front of my home. ... "
" ... I was using an Apple Extreme from 2014 that kept dropping signals so when I got on the Apple site to check out the latest and greatest, I saw these babies and knew what I needed to do. ... "
Setup
281velop, app, linksys, easy, easy to set
+91%
-9%
" ... Note, though, that I am running the Velop fully in Bridge mode, because Fios makes it very difficult to do otherwise. ... In terms of setup, I had zero issues. ... "
" ... The only redeeming quality of this product is its ease of installation and set up. ... "
" ... East to install. ... "
" ... When I changed the network over to Velop, I kept my same network name and password and it was completely set up in under 30 minutes! ... "
" ... Very good coverage, and easy to set up. ... "
" ... Using the linksys iOS app, the installation of the Velop system was easy. ... "
" ... Well thought, Linksys! ... SETUP: Here is a big area for improvement. ... The setup relies on the color of a single led light on the top of the unit, which indicates the current status of the device. ... After having assistance from a friend who told me the colors of the led, I was able to setup the device in about 10 minutes. ... "
" ... Setup was quite easy up a point. ... "
Capacity
212coverage, throughout, sq ft, wifi, nodes
+93%
-7%
" ... Started with one, had whole house coverage (4000 Sq Ft). ... "
" ... Now that it's set up, it works well and we get much better wifi throughout the house. ... "
" ... Covers my 3000 sq ft house well. ... "
" ... Very good coverage throughout my 2600 square foot house. ... "
" ... Switched to these Linksys Velop and my 2,100 sqft house has now perfect coverage and very fast speed internet. ... "
" ... You will not regret getting this, and you will probably want to get the modules to go through the whole house! ... "
" ... whole house internet ... "
" ... Currently, I have 3 devices that are connected to the node that is 20-25 feet away, with 4 concrete walls, decor, furniture, tile, 2 wood doors, and small appliances between them and the node instead of using a node that is 4-6 feet away with no obstructions between the devices and the node. ... "
Ease of Use
188setup, easy to set, app, set, easy to setup
+95%
-5%
" ... Ease of setup was top-notch though. ... The app works well and directions were easy to follow. ... Its redemption is the ease of setup which earned it a second star. ... "
" ... Very easy to install ... "
" ... Very easy to setup and is working great! ... "
" ... Cinch to setup. ... "
" ... This was a very easy thing to setup. ... "
" ... easy to use and works great! ... "
" ... It was very easy. ... "
" ... Amazing system and very easy to set up. ... "
Wifi
185network, wi fi, mesh, velop, coverage
+84%
-16%
" ... This has solved my wifi issues in my house. ... "
" ... I have been using the Linksys Velop WiFi system for 6 months and I haven't had one issued whatsoever. ... After doing some research on the several mesh systems available, I settled on the Velop due to its extended WiFi signal reach. ... Many of Fios's features depend on its router being setting up in a certain way and if you introduce another functioning router into the picture, you likely will lose your TV guide menu and other services. ... "
" ... PLUS of this model is the ability to offer a separate guest network and so keep your guests off your home network while offering them some connectivity. ... "
" ... I ended up ordering another one to extend the network at higher speed. ... "
" ... All the people out in the world that have WiFi ... "
" ... I have FIOS gigabit service which is stellar and reliable to like 99.999%, but unfortunately the FIOS router cant carry wifi signal far enough for my needs. ... "
" ... Super fast wi fi throughout my entire house. ... "
" ... however, this internet system is working much better in my home then did the router and wi fi extender route I had before. ... "
Software Platform
136velop, setup, google, node, linksys
+71%
-29%
" ... You can access it through an app on your phone, or on the web. ... then the app is easier. ... "
" ... Easy App to manage too! ... "
" ... Setup for the basic system was quite simple using the iPhone app. ... "
" ... Control with an app on your phone. ... "
" ... Essentially sets itself up using the app. ... "
" ... Just follow the screens on the Linksys app. ... "
" ... We picked this up when it went on sale to being just over the price of the google wifi and I couldn't be happier. ... "
" ... The app is simple to navigate. ... "
Device Compatibility
126connected, connect, node, network, velop
+70%
-30%
" ... I have several devices connected and I don't see any slowness in any of my devices. ... "
" ... Over 25 wireless devices connected at any given time. ... "
" ... I went from three Apple Airport units to just two Velop mesh units. ... "
" ... This has much more positive influence on apps, streaming, connected devices, etc. ... "
" ... We routinely have devices that get dropped on the system . ... they simply stop working while other devices located close to them are working great. ... The problem I described with the Xbox happened routinely however once I made it a priority device there were no problems after that. ... Once you do that those devices seem to be connected to the internet great. ... what does the Velop have to do with my wired computer . ... For S&Gs I ran a speed test on my phone, while I sitting in front of my wired computer that just gave me the speeds noted above . ... "
" ... I previously had an Apple AirPort Extreme and it was great but didn’t give me the coverage I would have liked. ... "
" ... After I installed I had a better connection for my security system. ... "
" ... We are an Apple house with lots of wireless devices around, including some outdoor electrical control devices. ... "
Apps
97setup, linksys, velop, easy, ios
+79%
-21%
" ... Casting Netflix, controlling the thermostat Ect. ... "
" ... Easy to install app. ... "
" ... Ease of use and at-a-glance monitoring (via an Android/iOS Apple app) ... "
" ... The app is quite functional. ... "
" ... The app may be a bit faster for good user experience. ... "
" ... Even the most green IT family member could follow the simple instructions of plug in, download the app wait for the light to turn blue then give the network a name and password and you’re done. ... "
" ... Very simple to set up with an app that also provides a lot of system operating info and control. ... "
" ... It was really easy to set up in the app and being able to see the system on my phone anytime, anywhere is huge. ... "
ISP
80modem, linksys, velop, mbps, isp
+76%
-24%
" ... Now with the Linksys Velop, I see 150+Mbps. ... "
" ... Improved internet speed over old router ... "
" ... Works very well outside of a couple times it was still connected to the modem showing no problems yet would not download data from internet. ... "
" ... 3-4 power cycles of the Velop along with the Modem. ... "
" ... This worked well for years, but for some reason I had to often reboot my router/modem from time to time when the internet connection broke. ... EERO PRO or LINKSYS VELOP? ... This assures me I have made the right decision to go with Linksys. ... Velop may work without LLDP, but Linksys can't guarantee that. ... "
" ... Did research over the internet. ... "
" ... NOT JUST wireless . ... luckily I have two ISPs to my house (Comcast & Verizon) . ... "
" ... PING ms 10 DOWNLOAD Mbps 238.36 UPLOAD Mbps 31.73. ... "
Product Reliability
79months, days, weeks, ago, velop
+53%
-47%
" ... This has been installed for only 3 days so it is too early to tell how it performs. ... "
" ... this has resolved those issues. ... "
" ... They are working great without much of hiccups. ... "
" ... Have had them for 9 months with no problems. ... "
" ... Now the home was built in 2003 - I purchased 4 months ago . ... "
" ... Give it time and it always ended up solid blue, which means everything is working properly. ... "
" ... I may splurge on another in a few months but I am one happy customer!! ... "
" ... Only has been a few days but works great. ... "
Overall performance
55speeds, performance, velop, speed test, slow
+87%
-13%
" ... Honestly, I haven't truly taxed it with heavy traffic yet, but speed tests were impressive. ... "
" ... The speeds are killing my old setup and we couldn’t be happier with the upgrade. ... "
" ... I didn't run any test prior to switching to the Linksys, but the speed seems to be faster than when I had the trendnet router. ... "
" ... If that's true then they possibly aren't getting the best connection or speeds. ... "
" ... Minimal loss in speed ... "
" ... Only 4 stars b/c it was it was not that easy to set up, but once its going it works well and delivers fast wireless speeds. ... "
" ... All my devices have the speed they need when they need it, no matter where in the house you are. ... "
" ... We are subscribed for 100 MB DL speeds, but averaged 50-60 on most devices I could test with. ... "
Ports
51cable modem, velop, node, nodes, modem
+69%
-31%
" ... I have switches plugged into the bases and have had no issues. ... "
" ... however my home has a funky internet set-up since my cable company had installed a splitter and added a second modem. ... "
" ... I hardwired all my nodes through a hub. ... "
" ... Far more reliable than that old air port. ... "
" ... I eliminated an expensive month rental of a MOCA access point from our cable company, ditched a plug-in WiFi extender (if you don't know already - avoid those, they are not worth the cost and effort), for what is proving to be the perfect solution for us. ... "
" ... Connecting all nodes via Ethernet gave me max speed on every node with no lag. ... "
" ... Ethernet connected straight in from Modem to the Velop should work right? ... Also I'm on a MacBook Pro and fortunately I had the Amazon USB to Ethernet adapter. ... "
" ... The wired ports on the bottom of the nodes are great for adding wired components to the network. ... "
Price
35worth, worth the money, waste of money, money, expensive
+71%
-29%
" ... Very happy with this worth the money. ... "
" ... Worth the expenditure. ... "
" ... I would certainly recommended looking at other options, especially for the velop price. ... "
" ... It will stay in the 5 star level if it also lasts long enough to justify the price. ... "
" ... Worth the buy. ... "
" ... But, we never wanted to pay the money out of pocket to improve it. ... "
" ... Love this product, worth the extra $$. ... "
" ... Best money ever spent ... "
Returns
19returning, back, returned, replacement, amazon
+11%
-89%
" ... Now I am stuck with expensive product that I can't return. ... "
" ... Totally frustrated with the system and would like to return it as not working at all as to prior model which was removed due to age. ... "
" ... RETURN TO AMAZON. ... I will check if I can return it. ... "
" ... I am returning all 8 nodes. ... "
" ... Returned the item. ... "
" ... So far it is working as it should, but not happy about the it being purchased and returned. ... "
" ... I'm writing this just before I return it . ... "
" ... Starting the RMA process later today. ... "
Marketplace
19prime, works as advertised, time, sale, review
+79%
-21%
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Completely as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Let me start by saying Amazon is great, and they delivered on time and the item was in perfect condition. ... Amazon gets 5 stars. ... "
" ... Recommended by Apple, but cheaper on Amazon, with Prime shipping, got it in 2 days. ... "
" ... Confirmation was quick. ... "
" ... I thought this was a good product with all the reviews and being Amazon's Choice and all. ... "
Firmware
15firmware update, linksys, firmware updates, node, setup
+47%
-53%
" ... resulted in messing around with cloning the MAC address, RMAing one of the nodes, and having to wait for a firmware release. ... "
" ... Despite two calls (an hour each) to customer support (upgrade firmware, system checks, etc), it STILL is not working. ... "
" ... Eventually a firmware update was pushed out and then the second node finally connected. ... "
" ... Resetting the system with the Linksys app seems to do the trick, however, it happens so frequently that I almost want to switch back to previous setup, which was Google Home . ... "
" ... Tip: manually confirm the firmware version for each node to makes sure they match. ... "
" ... I was referred to a second level technician who tried everything from flashing the firmware to remoting in and trying to get the system to work for 2 hours…no luck. ... "
" ... Adding to the frustration, you must set the system up directly first, including the firmware updates, before you can switch to bridge mode. ... "
" ... * the Device List firmware is broken (listed unknown devices with device name of the previous/next device). ... You should take this off the shelf until you have all the firmware done. ... "
Lagging
15restart, reboot, slow, reboots, rebooting
+20%
-80%
" ... Had to reinstall multiple times. ... "
" ... And by time, I mean like the day after a reboot. ... "
" ... -Nodes would random disconnect and wouldn't automatically reconnect ... "
" ... I have repeatedly restart the system just to get it to work. ... "
" ... I keep on having to reset it, almost daily, and sometimes multiple times a day. ... "
" ... I have to restart my laptop to get connectivity back. ... "
" ... So the inconsistent performance issues coupled with the seemly constant reboots/resets of the Velop system are the reasons I can't recommend. ... "
" ... Kind of a pain in the butt the reset. ... "
Features
13features, velop, purple, feature, believe
+46%
-54%
" ... The app advises you to "Tap the button" if you see the purple light. ... "
" ... The second node started up and I got the blinking purple light to continue. ... "
" ... Basically renders the feature useless. ... "
" ... I cannot believe that a manufacturer has allowed a product so shoddy that its basic functions don’t even work. ... "
" ... Unreliable performance, lacking in features. ... "
Gaming
11streaming, problems, games, gamer, game
+91%
-9%
" ... My son lives with me took the second box to put in his space where he enjoys gaming, and he finished the set up there. ... "
" ... I'm not a gamer, but this is streaming video for the kid while I'm surfing the interweb. ... "
" ... It has been running for several days now and my two teen-age game players have not mentioned any problems. ... "
" ... It has kept his games from lagging. ... "
" ... Some speed tuning is available for some devices so you can prioritize your gaming or streaming devices. ... "
" ... If you need to monitor your child's internet access for their gaming console, you can program it to only allow access during certain hours, etc. ... "
" ... I cannot comment on gaming with this system because I don’t game. ... "
" ... Games that had been freezing and kicking me out are working smoothly. ... "
Internet
11speed, problem, connection, 3, velop
+55%
-45%
" ... Did research over the internet. ... "
" ... This is a wonderful system with strong throughput for my spectrum ultra internet. ... "
" ... It's not cheap but it made internet access in my townhouse so much quicker! ... "
" ... *My Internet Carrier's speed is @ 150Mbps download and my ethernet is clocked @ 178Mbps download. ... "
" ... No more lagging internet! ... "
" ... I am now able to get near full internet speed anywhere. ... "
Cables
9cables, running, patch, node, drops
+56%
-44%
" ... They are well designed and thought was put into how the cables are run. ... "
" ... I have the speed from the cable company for all devices anywhere in the house. ... "
" ... number of walls didn't matter (well, other than running the cable). ... "
" ... The price is essentially 1 1/2 months of my old cable bill. ... "
" ... Cable vs Wireless ... "
Band
9dual band, velop, velop tri band, stability, band mesh
+78%
-22%
" ... I strongly recommend the Velop tribute-band system. ... "
" ... Great tri-band mesh system. ... "
" ... I went with these because of their tri-band capability - and it didn't disappoint. ... "
" ... I also like that you can add nodes, either another tri-band or a less expensive dual-band. ... It took me hours to connect the dual-band nodes, and they sometimes drop off the mesh without warning. ... I like the Velop Tri-Band over the Orbi because it's smaller and nicer to look at, even if their coverage and stability are comparable. ... I like it over the Deco and the Velop Dual-Band because those two both need many more units to cover the same area because of weaker antennae and/or signal strength, and they both lack the stability of the Tri-Band. ... "
" ... I spent a LOT of money on these (I opted for the original tri-band and not the newer/cheaper dual-band) but it was worth it! ... "
" ... If you are looking for a cheaper Velop system try the dual-band mesh system. ... "
" ... I like that it has back haul option and the 3rd band to do the ap to ap communication. ... "
Design
9look, white, whenever, place, design
+100%
" ... I also kind of like how innocuous looking it is. ... "
" ... DESIGN: Love the design and looks of the product. ... It looks great whenever you place it. ... It looks like decor or as a techy gadget if it is surrounded by electronics. ... The good thing is that it looks great whenever you place it. ... "
" ... Great aesthetics too, very slim profile. ... "
" ... For positives, the physical units look nice. ... "
" ... Unit looks good. ... "
" ... Sure they were easy to set up, sure they are aesthetically pleasing and easily managed. ... "
" ... And they look nice, too! ... "
" ... Black just went better and was less obtrusive looking than the white. ... "
For Running
8took, time, system, run, minutes
+50%
-50%
" ... Further, once you've invested hours of labor in getting the thing running, nodes fall off whenever there is even the slightest power surge in the house. ... "
" ... Wish I could look at the code running the system. ... "
" ... I have spent lots of time troubleshooting and re running the set up. ... "
" ... It took over 6 hours of resetting to finally get it to connect, and get it up and running. ... "
Controls
8button, parental controls, system, reset button, parental
+25%
-75%
" ... There is no button on the unit except the reset button. ... Programmers sometimes use the term "button" to mean an onscreen button, but a typical onscreen button does not appear. ... "
" ... with the lack of good QoS control. ... but even then sometimes the settings wouldn't save or I wouldn't be able to access certain settings. ... "
" ... The instructions tell you to hold a button down for 10 seconds, but it really should say to hold the button down until a light turns blue. ... "
" ... Do not buy this product if you need parent control. ... "
" ... So the whole parental control is pretty much a joke. ... Don’t buy if you need/want parental control. ... "
Delivery
8received, prime, delivered, days, box
+75%
-25%
" ... Let me start by saying Amazon is great, and they delivered on time and the item was in perfect condition. ... "
" ... The package arrived with no signs of damage. ... "
" ... Delivery with my Prime? ... "
" ... Received in two days. ... "
" ... The system was delivered fast and was super easy to set up. ... "
Product As Described
7described, works, advertised
+86%
-14%
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... It works as advertised ... "
" ... Look at my pictures before you buy. ... "
" ... Completely as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
Call quality
6system, support, hours, calls, wait
-100%
" ... 9) They have an active support community and despite saying they will escalate your issues to their engineers you never hear back from them nor do they seem to resolve the issue. ... "
" ... I did put in a call for support but got a message that they had high call volumes with no indication on how long the wait would be. ... "
" ... After explaining to them that I understood exactly what was going on from the logs -- they said it would have an engineer call me back within 20 hours. ... Three weeks later I Had not received a phone call ... "
" ... 3 methods attempted, 5 hours of time, 3 calls to support and the system is still not operational. ... "
" ... I’m two calls in and now they want me to spend 45 minutes on the phone to reset my system. ... "
Build Quality
6velop, mesh system, dropped, band mesh, six
+83%
-17%
" ... Great tri-band mesh system. ... "
" ... If you are looking for a cheaper Velop system try the dual-band mesh system. ... "
" ... Its fast and we are not experiencing dropped connections anymore. ... "
" ... Will update to five stars in six months if I don't encounter problems or dropped devices. ... "
" ... And best of all it is rock solid. ... "
Video Playback
5streaming, problems, system, stream, steaming
+80%
-20%
" ... Have not clocked it but have no problems with my wife, my kids, and myself all steaming video, Playing music on sonos and still able to surf the web with no lag. ... "
" ... Multiple devices, streaming movies, all works great. ... "
" ... It is on the pricey side but if you work at home or stream video it’s worth the investment. ... "
" ... No more problems watching Netflix. ... "
Fit
5hold, unit, support, fit, easy to set
+40%
-60%
" ... When I said that was unacceptable the other option would be to give them a credit card number and they will hold $212 until they received the defective unit. ... "
" ... the plastic inserts are welded to the cardboard box, making it impossible to separate for recycling. ... "
" ... I called the General support 800-326-7114 and was put on hold for 15 minutes when the Tech Support came on they could not help so I was transferred to Velop Direct Support 800-986-0518. ... "
Comfort
5hands
+20%
-80%
" ... They are a giant headache. ... "
" ... Highly praised produce, simply not worth the pain. ... "
" ... Had it for almost a year now, it's been such a pain. ... "
Packing
4+75%
-25%
" ... I was quite impressed with the packaging . ... "
" ... It's packaging was amazing, its insanely beautiful in the home. ... "
Defective Delivery
4defective, arrived
+25%
-75%
" ... I guess the Just got a lemon. ... "
Camera
4way, problems
+75%
-25%
" ... Look at my pictures before you buy. ... "
" ... Now I have zero problems with the cameras. ... "
" ... cameras high res now, way faster refreshes. ... "
Pedometer
3want, step, simple, set
+100%
" ... It took quite a while for my turn to come around, but I was patient and was guided through the necessary steps to update the firmware and get back up and running. ... "
" ... I followed the steps as directed and had no problems. ... "
" ... The steps were simple: ... "
Size
3+67%
-33%
" ... The more you have, the larger area it can cover. ... "
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Specifications
Connectivity
WiFi: Yes
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Resolution: 4K
Performance
Processor Type: Quad Core