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D-Link COVR-X1870 vs Netgear Orbi RBK863S: Comparison
D-Link COVR-X1870 and Netgear Orbi RBK863S differ on speed class: D-Link COVR-X1870 at AX1800 (up to 1.8Gbps combined), Netgear Orbi RBK863S at AX6000, which puts Netgear Orbi RBK863S ahead on that measure. They match on wifi standard and router type.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Router Type | Mesh System | Mesh System |
| Band Configuration | Dual-Band (2.4GHz + 5GHz) | Tri-Band |
| Speed Class | AX1800 (up to 1.8Gbps combined) | AX6000 |
Verdict
D-Link COVR-X1870
6.5 / 10 Expert Rating
An affordable entry into WiFi 6 mesh, adequate for typical households but outclassed on throughput by tri-band competitors.
Netgear Orbi RBK863S
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A 10G wired port and bundled Armor on a WiFi 6 Orbi, for fiber homes not ready to pay WiFi 7 prices.