How many fit
18 of the 35 models checked meet every need here: “I can run Ethernet between the mesh nodes”, “My wired devices run at 2.5Gbps or 5Gbps”, and “My client devices support Wi-Fi 7”.
18 models fit, out of 35 checkedPicked for one job
Wired placement gets easier with four 2.5Gbps ports
Top pick
TP-Link Deco BE63 3-pack
In a Wi-Fi 7 home, Deco BE63 is the best wired-backhaul system, as each node has four 2.5Gbps ports. Useful LAN connections are still left once the gateway and backhaul cables are plugged in.
Why it suits this job
- Category of cable
- Speed of switch
- The catch
- Very fast NAS or internet links are capped at 2.5Gbps per port, since there is no 10Gbps Ethernet.
- Go with TP-Link Deco X55 Pro 3-pack if
- Gigabit homes where Ethernet can carry the backhaul
More reasons we picked it
- Ports left on each node
- Gateway layout
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Multi-gig nodes that use Ethernet to save radio airtime.
By the numbers
What the data shows
What we found across the mesh Wi-Fi systems we compare, plus the checked facts behind each finding.
Show the facts and the math
How we countedThe count uses each product's current fit ratings for “I can run Ethernet between the mesh nodes”, “My wired devices run at 2.5Gbps or 5Gbps”, and “My client devices support Wi-Fi 7”. A need with no documented match is not counted.
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| TP-Link Deco X55 Pro 3-pack |
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| ASUS ZenWiFi BD5 3-pack |
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3 options
The top pick and the alternatives
TP-Link, Deco BE63
Deco BE63 3-pack
Every node in this tri-band BE10000 mesh includes 6 GHz, four 2.5Gbps ports and USB.
Top pick ifMulti-gig Wi-Fi 7 for most homes that are ready
Key facts
- The BE10000 is a tri-band design with 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz radios and MLO.
- A USB 3.0 port and four 2.5Gbps Ethernet ports are on every node.
The catch
Very fast NAS or internet links are capped at 2.5Gbps per port, since there is no 10Gbps Ethernet.
TP-Link, Deco X55 Pro
Deco X55 Pro 3-pack
Two 2.5Gbps ports on every node, in an AX3000 dual-band mesh with a midrange price.
Best forGigabit homes where Ethernet can carry the backhaul
Key facts
- On 5 GHz, the AX3000 dual-band radio supports 160 MHz channels.
- Wired backhaul is supported, and each unit has two 2.5Gbps Ethernet ports that auto-sense.
The catch
Wireless backhaul has to share the 5 GHz radio with your clients, since there is no 6 GHz band.
ASUS, BD5
ZenWiFi BD5 3-pack
ASUS security, family and IoT controls come with 2.5Gbps wiring in this dual-band BE5000 mesh.
Best forStrong controls and Wi-Fi 7 with no recurring security fee
Key facts
- The BD5 is dual-band, rated BE5000, and runs Wi-Fi 7 with MLO.
- Each node comes with two 2.5Gbps Ethernet ports.
The catch
Being dual-band, it has no 6 GHz to carry client traffic or to act as a separate wireless relay.
A new-product Amazon offer for this exact BD5 three-pack could not be confirmed during the September 17 check.
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Top pick for this job
TP-Link Deco BE63 3-pack
Category of cable
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TP-Link Deco X55 Pro 3-pack
Gigabit homes where Ethernet can carry the backhaul
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