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Amazon eero 7 vs GL.iNet Flint 2: Comparison
Amazon eero 7 and GL.iNet Flint 2 differ on wifi standard: Amazon eero 7 at WiFi 7 (802.11be), GL.iNet Flint 2 at WiFi 6.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 7 (802.11be) | WiFi 6 |
| Brand | Amazon | GL.iNet |
| Router Type | Mesh System | Standalone |
| Band Configuration | Dual-Band | Dual-Band |
| Model | eero 7 | Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) |
Verdict
Amazon eero 7
7.9 / 10 Expert Rating
The easiest on-ramp to WiFi 7 for households already in the eero or Amazon ecosystem.
GL.iNet Flint 2
8 / 10 Expert Rating
The pick for open-firmware, VPN-first enthusiasts at a budget price, trading WiFi 7 and polish for genuine OpenWrt configurability.