Mesh Wi-Fi: the solution for everyday problems

A Wi-Fi-capable router and maybe also one or two subsequently purchased repeaters, which more or less work well together. That, or something similar to that, is how the Wi-Fi set-up looks in many households. This is why typical problems frequently arise: video streams lag, online conference connections are lost and even web browsing becomes a test of patience. These problems are caused by either insufficient Wi-Fi coverage or poorly coordinated Wi-Fi access points.

The solution for these problems is called mesh Wi-Fi. This term refers to state-of-the-art Wi-Fi home networks that link various access points into a close-knit Wi-Fi network, which enables significantly better coverage and optimises data transmission.

Simply stronger Wi-Fi

At first the concept of mesh Wi-Fi sounds technically intricate and complicated – but in fact, for example, the Magic Wi-Fi system or the mesh-Repeaters from devolo are particularly beginner-friendly and easy to operate because nearly everything runs automatically. That starts right away with the set-up process. After the WPS buttons on the router and devolo Magic are pressed, the access points synchronise so that the same Wi-Fi name and password are supported at all Wi-Fi access points. So without having to wait a long time, you get a stronger home network that can be conveniently controlled with the practical Home Network app and provides for an all-round better online experience with smart functions.

Wi-Fi with mesh convenience

When you use state-of-the-art mesh Wi-Fi from devolo, your end devices benefit various ways with respect to stability and speed.

Access point steering and client steering ensure a smooth connection. The individual access points in the mesh Wi-Fi make sure that end devices are always connected to whichever hotspot is strongest. Users benefit from this above all, for example, when they move through the flat or house during a video call.

Band steering gets better performance out of the home Wi-Fi. This is achieved through fully automatic switching of data connections between the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands – depending on which band is more suitable.

Airtime fairness, as a "traffic control centre", ensures optimum speed on the home's data highway. Mesh Wi-Fi achieves this by providing fast end devices with more transmission time (airtime). As a result, slow devices and less important applications no longer slow down data transmission.

The devolo portfolio

For small flats and for improving Wi-Fi performance on one storey, devolo offers the devolo WiFi 6 Repeater 3000 (GBP 89.99) and the devolo WiFi 6 Repeater 5400 (GBP 129.99). These Wi-Fi repeaters extend the range of the existing wireless network. With high transmission speeds, advanced mesh functionality and easy one-button setup, these not only make film night more enjoyable, but also substantially improve daytime connectivity.

For large flats and houses and to improve signal over multiple storeys, the devolo Magic WiFi product line comes highly recommended. This line includes convenient adapters that operate while plugged into wall sockets, using the home's existing electrical wiring to communicate with each other. The advantage of this Powerline solution is plain to see: walls and ceilings no longer present a barrier because the network runs through permanent wiring – without the expense or trouble of having to lay Ethernet cables. A Starter Kit of the devolo Magic 1 WiFi is available for GBP 134.99 and the Powerline flagship Magic 2 WiFi 6 Starter Kits for GBP 219.99.