Well, yes! A Wi-Fi extender (also called a Wi-Fi repeater or Wi-Fi booster) could be just the thing for you, and right now ...

The less expensive option is a Wi-Fi extender. These are generally less expensive and work with your existing router regardless of the brand. The downside here is that these devices can be unreliable.

We’ve added new Wi-Fi 7 and outdoor mesh extenders to our What to look forward to section. January 2025 Sometimes, there’s one spot in your home where Wi-Fi just doesn’t work very well.

If you're experiencing dead zones in your home, you have two options: upgrade to a mesh router or add a Wi-Fi extender to your existing router. For as little as $20, a Wi-Fi extender will boost ...

The TP-Link AX1500 (RE505X) is part of the WiFi Extenders test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, WiFi Extenders models like the AX1500 (RE505X) are rated on multiple criteria ...

If a room or entire floor of your home is getting slow speeds, you generally have two options: Add a Wi-Fi extender to your existing router or upgrade to a full-fledged mesh system with its own ...

The extender throughput (speed) of the communications is measured very near the router in an "open space" hallway. For our test, it was 8 feet away from the router in a hallway. Performance will ...

Unfortunately, even the most powerful routers can struggle to provide consistent coverage—which is where a Wi-Fi range extender shines. Wi-Fi extenders offer a simple, effective solution to ...