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Eero Pro 7
$700 (3-pack)A Wi-Fi 7 mesh router that doubles as a smart home hub with Matter, Thread, and Zigbee support, combining fast networking with local device control in one system.
what experts say
- >“Eero Pro 7 is easy to set up and use with stable and fast performance, doubling as a smart-home hub with Matter, Thread, and Zigbee support”— WIRED
- >“For busy smart homes with a preference for Alexa, the Eero Pro 7 may be the best bet to cover a large home or eliminate dead spots”— WIRED
pros & cons
[+] what's great
- +Wi-Fi 7 with 6-GHz band for faster speeds and less congestion
- +Built-in Matter controller and Thread border router
- +Zigbee support for low-power devices
- +Excellent stability and low latency even with many devices
- +Easy setup and intuitive app interface
[-] what's not
- -Expensive subscription required ($10/month or $100/year) for full features
- -Only two 5-Gbps Ethernet ports on main router
- -No USB port for network storage
- -Owned by Amazon—privacy concerns for some users
- -Limited customization options for advanced users
