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Amazon eero 6+ vs Netgear Orbi 970 Series RBE973S: Comparison
Amazon eero 6+ and Netgear Orbi 970 Series RBE973S differ on wifi standard: Amazon eero 6+ at WiFi 6 (802.11ax), Netgear Orbi 970 Series RBE973S at WiFi 7 (802.11be).
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) | WiFi 7 (802.11be) |
| Brand | Amazon | Netgear |
| Router Type | Mesh System | Mesh System |
| Band Configuration | Dual-Band | Quad-Band (2.4GHz + 5GHz-1 dedicated backhaul + 5GHz-2 + 6GHz) |
| Coverage Area | 4500 sq ft | 10000 |
| Wired Ports | 2x 1GbE auto-sensing WAN/LAN per unit | Router: 1x 10Gbps WAN, 1x 10Gbps LAN, 4x 2.5Gbps LAN. Satellite: 1x 10Gbps LAN, 2x 2.5Gbps LAN |
| Special Features | eero app setup, seamless node handoff | Dedicated 5GHz backhaul band, NETGEAR Armor security subscription available, Orbi app management |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Amazon eero 6+ | Netgear Orbi 970 Series RBE973S |
|---|---|---|
| Netgear | View on Netgear | |
| Amazon | View on Amazon |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
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.
Netgear Orbi 970 Series RBE973S
6 / 10 Expert Rating
Strong, reliable performance that multiple independent reviewers agree doesn't justify a roughly $1,000 premium over comparable competitors like the Deco BE85.