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Amazon eero Max 7 vs Netgear Orbi 970 Series RBE973S: Comparison
Amazon eero Max 7 and Netgear Orbi 970 Series RBE973S differ on band configuration: Amazon eero Max 7 at Tri-Band, Netgear Orbi 970 Series RBE973S at Quad-Band (2.4GHz + 5GHz-1 dedicated backhaul + 5GHz-2 + 6GHz). They match on wifi standard and router type.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 7 (802.11be) | WiFi 7 (802.11be) |
| Brand | Amazon | Netgear |
| Router Type | Mesh System | Mesh System |
| Band Configuration | Tri-Band | Quad-Band (2.4GHz + 5GHz-1 dedicated backhaul + 5GHz-2 + 6GHz) |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Amazon eero Max 7 | 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 Max 7
8 / 10 Expert Rating
The right flagship mesh upgrade for existing eero households — minimal app and eero Plus cost are the tradeoffs.
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.