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The Netgear Orbi system offers a dedicated 5GHz radio for backhaul between satellites. Many people likely use similar setups now, though not all mesh systems do this. It seems you need to reference others or they won’t get your message. Still, it’s hard to tell if a $200 router with everything in one package will deliver the performance you expect unless you look for slightly used enterprise-grade APs at a lower cost.
Looking for a flexible mesh system under $200 that works well in a 3500 sq ft home?
Think about Wi-Fi versions 4, 5, and 6—they’re just better iterations of the same standard. It’s like marketing 5G as a game-changer for phones and gaming; is that really true? 5G does enhance mobile gaming, but we definitely couldn’t play on 3G a decade ago. Take a closer look at the facts. Wi-Fi 6 is essentially an upgraded version of Wi-Fi 5. There’s usually no need to spend extra for these upgrades.
Yes, this option is available with some features. Google Mesh supports it, Ubiquiti does not. TP Link Deco appears to grant Cat access to each device. The non-WiFi 6 model costs around $139, and the link provided looks reasonable: https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Deco-Whol...NrPXRydWU=