Amazon eero unveils eero Max 7 tri-band mesh Wi-Fi router for £600, £1150, £1700 for 1, 2 and 3 pack
It seems Wi-Fi 7 is quickly gaining traction. In the past few days, Netgear announced its £1600+ Netgear Orbi 970 Series, and Intel revealed their new WiFi 7 modules, the BE200 and the BE202.
I am also in the middle of reviewing the Acer Swift Edge 16, which features Wi-Fi 7 using the Qualcomm FastConnect 7800 chipset.
As part of the recent Amazon product launch, which included the new Fire TV Stick 4K Max 2nd Gen (2023), Amazon has announced the new Wi-Fi 7 capable eero Max 7 tri-band mesh Wi-Fi router.
- THE SPEED OF EERO MAX 7: with two 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports, you can enjoy wired speeds of up to 9.4 Gbps, wireless speeds of up to 4.3 Gbps and multi-gigabit backhaul speeds, making your network seriously fast.
- THE POWER OF WI-FI 7 TECHNOLOGY: provides more than twice the speed of Wi-Fi 6, so you can enjoy greater capacity, less latency and more efficiency on your network.
- TRUEMESH RELIABILITY: our patented TrueMesh network intelligence dynamically finds the ideal path for data transfer, limiting interference and helping ensure fast, reliable internet.
- LEVEL UP YOUR GAME: eero Max 7 helps deliver high-performance gaming experiences, ideal for AR, VR and cloud applications that require high throughput and low latency.
- ADVANCED DIGITAL SECURITY: eero Plus subscription helps safeguards your family's data, devices, and network from online threats. Features include Activity History, Ad Blocking, Advanced Security, DDNS, and Parental Controls (30-day free trial included). Standard features like Wi-Fi scheduling, smart-home hub and guest networks are available without subscription.
The New eero Max 7: An Overview
The eero Max 7 stands out as a robust entrant into the Wi-Fi mesh market, featuring a blend of innovative technologies and improvements over its predecessors. The key features include:
- Wi-Fi 7 Standard: The latest Wi-Fi standard ensures high-speed data transmission and low interference.
- TrueMesh Technology: eero’s patented dynamic data routing technology optimises network speed and reliability.
- 10 Gigabit Ethernet: Wired connectivity has never been faster, with the ability to download a 4K movie in just 10 seconds.
- Multi-Band Support: With support for 2.4, 5, and 6 GHz radio bands, the eero Max 7 offers exceptional flexibility.
The device aims to offer fast, reliable internet across a larger area, with a single unit covering up to 232 m², and a three-pack offering coverage for up to 697 m².
Not Just About Speed: eero Max 7’s Advanced Features
eero Max 7 isn’t merely focused on raw speed. It comes with a range of features engineered for modern-day needs:
- Low Latency: Ideal for augmented and virtual reality experiences, 4K and 8K video streaming, and gaming.
- Network Efficiency: The system is built to handle congestion well, optimising performance for a myriad of devices connected concurrently.
- Smart Home Connectivity: With Matter support, the ability to act as a Thread Border Router, and an integrated Zigbee hub, eero Max 7 becomes the backbone for a robust smart home ecosystem.
User Experience and Management
The new eero Max 7 maintains the user-friendliness that the brand is known for:
- Easy Setup: With the eero app, you can get your network up and running in a matter of minutes.
- Backward Compatibility: Expanding your existing eero network? The eero Max 7 is compatible with previous generations.
- Enhanced Security: Automatic updates ensure that your network is always up-to-date with the latest security features.
Additional Services
- eero Plus Subscription: This offers advanced security features, parental controls, and backup options during internet outages.
- Customer Support: If you run into any issues, eero’s customer service is readily available seven days a week.
Pricing and Where to Buy
- THE SPEED OF EERO MAX 7: with two 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports, you can enjoy wired speeds of up to 9.4 Gbps, wireless speeds of up to 4.3 Gbps and multi-gigabit backhaul speeds, making your network seriously fast.
- THE POWER OF WI-FI 7 TECHNOLOGY: provides more than twice the speed of Wi-Fi 6, so you can enjoy greater capacity, less latency and more efficiency on your network.
- TRUEMESH RELIABILITY: our patented TrueMesh network intelligence dynamically finds the ideal path for data transfer, limiting interference and helping ensure fast, reliable internet.
- LEVEL UP YOUR GAME: eero Max 7 helps deliver high-performance gaming experiences, ideal for AR, VR and cloud applications that require high throughput and low latency.
- ADVANCED DIGITAL SECURITY: eero Plus subscription helps safeguards your family's data, devices, and network from online threats. Features include Activity History, Ad Blocking, Advanced Security, DDNS, and Parental Controls (30-day free trial included). Standard features like Wi-Fi scheduling, smart-home hub and guest networks are available without subscription.
The eero Max 7 comes in various packages designed to suit different needs:
- One-pack: Priced at £599.99
- Two-pack: Priced at £1,149.99
- Three-pack: Priced at £1,699.99
You can purchase these directly from Amazon’s UK website. Availability has not been confirmed yet.
Overall
I am quite excited about the prospect of Wi-Fi 7. It seems to promise the sort of performance jump that I would have liked to see going from Wi-Fi 5 to Wi-Fi 6.
The tri-band nature of this router means you will have a shared backhaul which will reduce the overall performance of the satellites. However, I am impressed that you get 2×2.5GbE and 2x10GbE ports. I also love that they have used USB-C with power delivery for the power supply.
With Wi-Fi 7, we should have true multi-gig Wi-Fi and this will also hopefully make multi-gig switches cheaper and more common. I’d especially like to see more 10GbE switches that are affordable.
One downside to Wi-Fi 7 is the high price. The eero Max 7 is significantly cheaper than the Netgear system, but at £600 for a single unit, it is still very much a premium-priced product.
Amazon eero Max 7 tri-band mesh Wi-Fi router Full Specification
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