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Amazon eero Max 7 vs Banana Pi OpenWrt One: Comparison
Amazon eero Max 7 and Banana Pi OpenWrt One differ on wifi standard: Amazon eero Max 7 at WiFi 7 (802.11be), Banana Pi OpenWrt One at WiFi 6 (802.11ax).
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 7 (802.11be) | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Brand | Amazon | Banana Pi |
| Router Type | Mesh System | Standalone |
| Model | eero Max 7 | OpenWrt One |
| Price | $599.99 (1-pack), $1,149.99 (2-pack), $1,699 (3-pack) | $89 |
Verdict
Amazon eero Max 7
8 / 10 Expert Rating
The right flagship mesh upgrade for existing eero households — minimal app and eero Plus cost are the tradeoffs.
Banana Pi OpenWrt One
8 / 10 Expert Rating
Purpose-built OpenWrt reference hardware with dual-flash recovery, at $89 and aimed squarely at tinkerers.