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Amazon eero 6 vs MikroTik hEX S: Comparison
Amazon eero 6 and MikroTik hEX S differ on wifi standard: Amazon eero 6 at WiFi 6 (802.11ax), MikroTik hEX S at None (wired-only router).
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) | None (wired-only router) |
| Router Type | Mesh System | Wired Router / Budget Enthusiast Gateway |
| Band Configuration | Dual-Band | Not applicable (no wireless radio) |
| Wired Ports | 2x 1GbE auto-sensing WAN/LAN | 5x Gigabit Ethernet, 1x SFP |
| RAM | 512 MB | 256 |
Verdict
Amazon eero 6
6.5 / 10 Expert Rating
The cheapest WiFi 6 mesh in Amazon's lineup, Zigbee hub included.
MikroTik hEX S
7 / 10 Expert Rating
An excellent low-cost gateway for learning RouterOS or running a dedicated firewall/VPN box, provided you don't need built-in WiFi.