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eero Home WiFi System 1 eero 1 eero Beacon Advanced Tri Band Mesh WiFi Technology and WPA2 Encryption to Replace WLAN Routers and WiFi Range Extenders Coverage 1 to 2 Bedroom Home

Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.9
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Review Analysis - 457 recent, verified reviews

Detailed Mode
Network
 278
wifi, coverage, network, throughout, beacons
+93%
-7%
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" ...  Signal strength and coverage is far superior compared to my prior system which was barely 18 months old.  ...  "
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" ...  Full WiFi coverage through out the home through Mesh technology.  ...  "
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" ...  With the eero, there are no dead spots and generally connectivity has been much better. ... While not the cheapest wifi solution, for a house with dead spots or where you need a couple of access points, this works really well.  ...  "
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" ...  Needed to upgrade my router. ... Easy to set up and the 1 + 2 is a great choice for my ranch style rambling house.  ...  "
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" ...  Excellent for houses with big walls  ...  "
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" ...  Eero provides business-class WiFi for the Home.  ...  "
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" ...  I have 3 units covering 4 floors. ... I finally have a wifi connection anywhere in the house.  ...  "
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" ...  Once installed, the coverage around our house was vastly improved and that increased the performance of our bandwidth significantly.  ...  "
Wifi
 189
network, eero, wi fi, coverage, mesh
+92%
-8%
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" ...  Full WiFi coverage through out the home through Mesh technology.  ...  "
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" ...  While not the cheapest wifi solution, for a house with dead spots or where you need a couple of access points, this works really well.  ...  "
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" ...  Needed to upgrade my router.  ...  "
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" ...  Eero provides business-class WiFi for the Home.  ...  "
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" ...  I finally have a wifi connection anywhere in the house.  ...  "
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" ...  Our kids no longer lose wi-fi connection in certain parts of the house, we can now get signal in our backyard, our streaming services no longer buffer.  ...  "
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" ...  Simple setup, elegant design, no more Wi-Fi dead spots in my residence.  ...  "
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" ...  wifi routing with ability to connect via ethernet, and daisy chain same ... likely the best true mesh wifi system  ...  "
Setup
 176
eero, easy to set, minutes, simple, set
+99%
-1%
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" ...  Easy to set up.  ...  "
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" ...  I will try the eero Plus subscription service at some point. ... This was definitely the easiest setup of any wireless access point I have ever owned and has required the least about of effort to configure and make it work.  ...  "
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" ...  Easily registered, activated and installed in 15 minutes.  ...  "
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" ...  I realize most end users don't know or care about VLANS, but for the few of us who do, advanced "expert" setup options would be welcome.  ...  "
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" ...  very versatile setup and monitoring  ...  "
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" ...  The EERO truly took only 10 minutes to set up.  ...  "
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" ...  Swapping out was super easy, especially since I recycled the SSID and password.  ...  "
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" ...  Setup is easy.  ...  "
Capacity
 144
coverage, throughout, wifi, beacons, story
+98%
-2%
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" ...  Easy to set up and the 1 + 2 is a great choice for my ranch style rambling house.  ...  "
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" ...  Excellent for houses with big walls  ...  "
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" ...  I bought eero to solve bad WiFi range in my house. ... My friend with the same house setup using Google mesh and never complained.  ...  "
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" ...  Eero provides business-class WiFi for the Home. ... Make sure you get the bundle with the appropriate number of eero APs for your home - big homes will need the three unit bundle but less is more if you don’t have a huge place.  ...  "
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" ...  Would recommend for anyone, especially if you have more than one floor, or a large apartment.  ...  "
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" ...  We now have reliable internet in our basement and on our second floor. ... What I can say is that we have reliable all over the house.  ...  "
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" ...  Good signal strength throughout 3300 sqrt of living space.  ...  "
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" ...  After lots of researching, purchased the Eero Pro 2nd Gen for our 4400 sq ft, 3 story, 90 year old home.  ...  "
Ease of Use
 140
set, simple, setup, easy to setup, eero
+99%
-1%
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" ...  Easy to set up.  ...  "
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" ...  Managing the network is a breeze through the eero app with its excellent user experience.  ...  "
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" ...  This was definitely the easiest setup of any wireless access point I have ever owned and has required the least about of effort to configure and make it work.  ...  "
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" ...  Something SIMPLE that WORKS GREAT!! ... It could not have been easier to setup this WiFi system.  ...  "
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" ...  Setup is easy.  ...  "
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" ...  EERO system was easy to set-up.  ...  "
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" ...  Very easy to set up. ... The units were very easy to set up and seem very stable.  ...  "
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" ...  It's a snap to set up as well.  ...  "
Device Compatibility
 98
eero, connected, network, app, ipads
+85%
-15%
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" ...  Device blocks in the networks can be done easily.  ...  "
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" ...  I purchased the eero Pro system to replace an Apple TimeMachine and AirPort Extreme.  ...  "
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" ...  We have twelve devices (iPads, phones, laptops, smart TV's) in our home. ... All of our devices easily connected to the network.  ...  "
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" ...  The connection is always excellent, and the bars on my devices always show it.  ...  "
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" ...  I've reconnected all our wireless TVs, Printer, Roku, Kindle, cell phones & tablets.  ...  "
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" ...  Haven’t had a single issue since connecting. ... Connection and setup was a breeze and I’m glad I ended up picking this system.  ...  "
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" ...  Eero tech support initially misinformed me regarding what type of switch was compatible.  ...  "
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" ...  I like the list of connected and recently connected devices and I can easily assign nicknames for devices. ... I don't think I need that, but I wonder if it could be used to set maxes on smart devices that should have minimal traffic, avoiding their use in a DOS attack? ... The devices are quiote small and work great despite having no external antenae. ... You can even connect a switch to an eero.  ...  "
ISP
 73
internet, modem, mbps, comcast, wifi
+92%
-8%
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" ...  Needed to upgrade my router.  ...  "
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" ...  With no other change, my download speeds have gone from 35 mbps to 400 mbps, and uploads from 5 to 35.  ...  "
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" ...  Just like that.  ...  "
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" ...  HOME WIFI SYSTEM: eero replaces your existing WiFi access points/router, but not the modem that may be required by your internet service provider (ISP).  ...  "
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" ...  I've had Comcast disable the Xfinity modem's router and WiFi radio, so eero is my router. ... The eero will run an Internet speed test on your network every so often, or you can run it on demand, so if your ISP is not living up to their advertising, the phone app will show you what speeds they are really giving you.  ...  "
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" ...  I chose this configuration that allowed me to hook up my TIVO and TIVO Mini also!  ...  "
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" ...  My last router was a Netgear Nighthawk R7000. ... (Before everybody wonders how I get those speeds from a 50MB AT&T connection, the main AT&T switch is at the end of my block.)  ...  "
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" ...  The perfect wireless router.  ...  "
Apps
 67
eero, devices, mobile app, network, download
+90%
-10%
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" ...  The app is tremendous.  ...  "
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" ...  As far as ease of use, I looked at the equivalent Netgear and a few others, but the ease of setup with eero's app (as opposed to setup through a webpage with the Netgear) makes the few dollars extra for the eero well worth it.  ...  "
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" ...  The app helped me locate best placing for access to main unit.  ...  "
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" ...  You download the app on your mobile device and these things pretty much program themselves and provide progress indicators through the app.  ...  "
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" ...  The app is erally very good and intuitive.  ...  "
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" ...  The app will easily walk you through the set-up. ... the APP walks you through the initial set-up and the additional Eero's or Beacons.  ...  "
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" ...  Great app for installation on your phone ... Great monitoring app -- I went through the process of identifying every device on my network and may at some point lock in all of these devices by their mac id's as a higher level of security  ...  "
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" ...  I was prompted for a network name and password, and then saw the app take over to get everything configured. ... The app detected it and configured it for my network quickly and automatically. ... MOBILE APP: eero’s app is top of its class. ... This includes free access to 1Password, a super secure and handy password manager, and a VPN app.  ...  "
Product Reliability
 60
years, three, ago, wifi, reliable
+80%
-20%
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" ...  Replaced all my Airport Extremes I was doing wireless bridging ive been using for the past many years.  ...  "
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" ...  I debated over which mesh to get for months before pulling the trigger. ... After that they've been flawless for about a month now.  ...  "
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" ...  Had it now for a couple of weeks.  ...  "
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" ...  I read of EERO and swapped out Airports in our Texas home months ago. ... all stability problems vanished.  ...  "
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" ...  We purchased this product about 2 months ago and it has been great.  ...  "
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" ...  How about give the first year for free?  ...  "
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" ...  the best system i have ever used in 30 years.  ...  "
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" ...  Better yet just include it in the price for the first year and ask for renewal on subsequent years.  ...  "
Price
 47
worth the money, worth, pricey, money, cost
+85%
-15%
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" ...  Worth every penny.  ...  "
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" ...  Worth every penny.  ...  "
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" ...  Well worth the investment.  ...  "
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" ...  If the price doesn't scare you, this is a wonderful system.  ...  "
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" ...  It is an incredible deal and almost pays for the cost of eero Plus! ... At nearly $500, you can absolutely find cheaper options out there.  ...  "
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" ...  Pricey, but worked well for me!  ...  "
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" ...  Worth every penny and exceeds expectations.  ...  "
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" ...  Worth the money.  ...  "
Software Platform
 43
eero, google, devices, ios, network
+81%
-19%
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" ...  As far as ease of use, I looked at the equivalent Netgear and a few others, but the ease of setup with eero's app (as opposed to setup through a webpage with the Netgear) makes the few dollars extra for the eero well worth it.  ...  "
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" ...  You download the app on your mobile device and these things pretty much program themselves and provide progress indicators through the app.  ...  "
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" ...  Everything just rejoined to eero after it powered up and updated its software.  ...  "
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" ...  the APP walks you through the initial set-up and the additional Eero's or Beacons. ... The Eero site has information on this set up and you might want to review that information before buying to see if you are up for that.  ...  "
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" ...  I was prompted for a network name and password, and then saw the app take over to get everything configured. ... The app detected it and configured it for my network quickly and automatically. ... MOBILE APP: eero’s app is top of its class. ... This prevents most ads in websites from being displayed - not only speeding up your browsing but also helping to keep you secure by blocking malicious ads that might try to install spyware or track you without permission.  ...  "
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" ...  and limited patience for setting up computers, apps, etc.  ...  "
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" ...  The eero is configured via a phone app (iPhone or Android). ... From the phone app you can see what devices are connected, which eero each device is connected to, each device's current kilobit/second download/upload data activity, each device's IP address, etc .  ...  "
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" ...  I’ve found that many people don’t understand the importance of having active antivirus, phishing, bot, spy and malware protection for every device on their network. ... Having added Alexa and compatible components, I have designed a highly complex yet simple to operate smart home ecosystem.  ...  "
Overall performance
 41
fast, speeds, performance, eero, job
+90%
-10%
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" ...  Works really well.  ...  "
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" ...  Works very well.  ...  "
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" ...  Works great so far.  ...  "
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" ...  no lag and excellent performance.  ...  "
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" ...  The Eero's absolutely are screaming fast.  ...  "
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" ...  overall performance fluctuates. ... Reliability and performance killed this.  ...  "
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" ...  Performance is excellent.  ...  "
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" ...  Seems as though the system is learning and speeds increasing.  ...  "
Ports
 33
eero, switch, ethernet ports, wired, cable modem
+94%
-6%
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" ...  I got the eero Pro because we have a wired house with Ethernet ports where we wanted to place the eeros.  ...  "
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" ...  If you’re replacing a traditional home router that has 4 LAN ports and you’re using more than one, then you’ll also need to pick up a gigabit switch to plug in your devices.  ...  "
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" ...  I had to add a managed switch upstream from my eero mesh routers in order to set up the required VLAN.  ...  "
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" ...  wifi routing with ability to connect via ethernet, and daisy chain same  ...  "
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" ...  However, it has 5 ethernet ports vs. eero's 2, meaning I needed a switch to accommodate TiVo, Sonos and Ooma among others devices.  ...  "
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" ...  I like how they even have ethernet ports for connecting devices enar them by wire.  ...  "
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" ...  I have identical speed in every room and it is identicla to my desktop which is connected by an ethernet cable.  ...  "
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" ...  Getting it out of there on a 50 foot ethernet cable was the key.  ...  "
Features
 22
bridge mode, even in bridge, night light, fios, eero
+91%
-9%
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" ...  Things are easy to use and lots of extra features  ...  "
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" ...  I would like to see an "expert mode" with setup options for those of us who understand networking and would like the freedom to set up some features such as a VLAN.  ...  "
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" ...  I got all these extra features for free with Luma.  ...  "
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" ...  The soft white light on the front that shows you everything is working great is nice, and can be turned off in the app if you prefer. ... Next, a new beta feature that blocks ads at the network level was recently introduced. ... New features and updates are happening all the time (especially for Plus users!  ...  "
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" ...  (PS: each Beacon includes a nightlight function).  ...  "
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" ...  I like that you can adjust the nightlight settings on each device, and even have a set schedule for the light.  ...  "
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" ...  And no advanced configuration features (DHCP range, reservations, etc). ... I understand this is pretty standard with these type of mesh systems, but it would be nice if there were some Advanced options.  ...  "
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" ...  Nice to have, willing to pay for it, but they need to be upfront with the cost vs features included and not included unless you pay extra.  ...  "
Marketplace
 19
customer, amazon, works, thank, support
+74%
-26%
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" ...  I finally have a system that really works as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  Works as advertised!!  ...  "
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" ...  It worked as expected.  ...  "
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" ...  Kudos for what excellent customer/tech support really is.  ...  "
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" ...  Thank you for a great product!!  ...  "
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" ...  === Original Review 14 Oct 2017 ===  ...  "
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" ...  Works exactly how it’s advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  So far works great as advertised.  ...  "
Design
 16
look, eero, apple, mesh, unobtrusive
+100%
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" ...  DESIGN: I absolutely love the way these things look.  ...  "
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" ...  Now, the only downfall of the system (IMO) IS the simplicity.  ...  "
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" ...  It feels like a dream.  ...  "
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" ...  Love the lower profile and contemporary style.  ...  "
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" ...  The low profile of the hubs makes placement easy and unobtrusive.  ...  "
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" ...  This is how mesh is supposed to be.  ...  "
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" ...  I am so glad I made the purchase - especially for the 2nd gen. to get the best of the latest design.  ...  "
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" ...  It’s not an Apple product but looks like and functions like one, everything detail is well thought out.  ...  "
Returns
 13
amazon, refund, returning, eero, window
+15%
-85%
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" ...  Unfortunately, I returned after two days of use.  ...  "
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" ...  Returned to Amazon.  ...  "
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" ...  The first box of three only one worked, then I ordered another set and 1 worked out of three again and same again to get three.  ...  "
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" ...  Unfortunately I was too busy and just missed the return window on Amazon :(  ...  "
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" ...  Was told it’s not Eero it must be Nest contact them, we are not going to accept a return. ... I called Amazon and they got me a refund.  ...  "
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" ...  Am going to return them on Monday.  ...  "
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" ...  Wish I could return them for a refund.  ...  "
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" ...  So it’s a return to Amazon and a waste of my time.  ...  "
Cables
 12
wire, cable modem, ethernet cable, eero, internet
+100%
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" ...  I used them to attach a wired netowrk to a wireless when I couldn't run a wire.  ...  "
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" ...  Omg even though I hated the prices but this system has made a HUGE difference - I cut the cable and I stream all my TVs and since adding there are no issues with any electronic using it and we use several at a time.  ...  "
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" ...  But we figure with the eero system, it will pay for itself in time by cutting the cable bill.  ...  "
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" ...  I like how they even have ethernet ports for connecting devices enar them by wire.  ...  "
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" ...  I have identical speed in every room and it is identicla to my desktop which is connected by an ethernet cable. ... For $400 Eero can supply a 10 foot cable which can be coiled and tied if that length isn't needed.  ...  "
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" ...  (Note: We got rid of cable about 3 years ago and haven't regretted it a minute.  ...  "
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" ...  Pretty large, long newer building with the cable modem at one end.  ...  "
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" ...  I used to have to run a 150+ foot Ethernet cable, all the way from upstairs to downstairs. ... For 5 years, my wife would not stop talking about that cable.  ...  "
Firmware
 10
update, eero, firmware updates, updated, updating
+50%
-50%
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" ...  As of today, our newest build of firmware - eeroOS 3.4.0 - is designed specifically to fix certain behavior that occurs with specific connected devices and we'd like to proactively update your network.  ...  "
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" ...  Updating the firmware for the Orbi is not that intuitive and when I tried to do it the first time, it errored out. ... I will next try to manually update the Orbi's firmware.  ...  "
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" ...  A very recent software update from eero seems to have resolved this but the jury is still out.  ...  "
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" ...  Firmware updates were a particularly bad issue.  ...  "
Delivery
 10
eero, delivered, order, box, arrived
+90%
-10%
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" ...  Received the Eero + 2 eero beacons today and set them up in about 10 minutes, if that.  ...  "
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" ...  I was skeptical, but it has delivered on everything advertised and then some.  ...  "
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" ...  I wanted more than just extending my wifi throughout my house and eero delivered. ... eero has delivered and performs exceptionally well.  ...  "
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" ...  I’ve been looking for this spec before placing order.  ...  "
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" ...  1) Order was shipped promptly  ...  "
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" ...  They arrived sooner than expected, thank you Amazon.  ...  "
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" ...  I need something that works and works right out of the box.  ...  "
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" ...  It arrived about a week ago but I just hooked it up today because I was afraid I would screw it up.  ...  "
Internet
 10
speeds, speed, web, providers, faster
+80%
-20%
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" ...  The speed test says my internet is much much faster than what I perceive.  ...  "
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" ...  Great internet speeds with the arrangement.  ...  "
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" ...  I use it to manage my kids internet access.  ...  "
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" ...  Our internet is the fastest it’s ever been.  ...  "
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" ...  in the age of online streaming.  ...  "
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" ...  We love living in the country, but satellite internet stinks.  ...  "
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" ...  Download and connection speeds have been much faster too.  ...  "

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