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Amazon eero 6+ vs MikroTik RB5009UG+S+IN: Comparison
Amazon eero 6+ and MikroTik RB5009UG+S+IN differ on wifi standard: Amazon eero 6+ at WiFi 6 (802.11ax), MikroTik RB5009UG+S+IN at None (wired-only router).
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) | None (wired-only router) |
| Router Type | Mesh System | Wired Router / Enthusiast Gateway |
| Band Configuration | Dual-Band | Not applicable (no wireless radio) |
| Wired Ports | 2x 1GbE auto-sensing WAN/LAN per unit | 7x Gigabit Ethernet, 1x 2.5G Ethernet, 1x 10G SFP+, 1x USB 3.0 |
| Special Features | eero app setup, seamless node handoff | Full RouterOS v7 feature set, PoE-in support, fanless design |
| RAM | 512 MB | 1 |
| Typical Price | $299.99 (3-pack) | ~$179 |
Verdict
Amazon eero 6+
8 / 10 Expert Rating
Strong gigabit mesh coverage for the money, as long as WiFi 6 is enough for the household.
MikroTik RB5009UG+S+IN
8 / 10 Expert Rating
Outstanding routing hardware for the price, but strictly for buyers comfortable pairing it with their own access points and RouterOS's learning curve.