In recent years, WiFi has become less of a luxury and more of a necessity as we now rely on the internet for nearly everything we do – from our personal devices to work and school. A strong WiFi signal can save you data and money, so it’s important to make sure you have a good router with updated firmware. For businesses, offering free WiFi to your customers is a great way to show that you’re up-to-date and customer-friendly.
If you’re looking to extend the range of your WiFi signal, one option is to use a mesh router system. This type of system uses multiple routers that overlap each other to create one large network. Another option is to use a WiFi range extender. A range extender is a device that amplify your router’s signal, helping it reach further distances.
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Choosing the Best Outdoor WiFi Range Extenders
Today, we’ll be reviewing three of best wifi extender for backyard on the market. These range extenders are designed to extend your WiFi signal over long distances, and they’re also easy enough for the average person to install. You don’t need to be a wireless networking expert to get them up and running.
Now that we know what each type of router offers, let’s compare them side-by-side to see which one is the best fit for you. We’ll look at the physical design and how easy they are to install. We’ll also compare wireless signal strength and discuss any other key features. By the end, you should have a clear idea of which router is the best choice for you!
CC Vector Extended Long Range WiFi Receiver System
The CC Vector Extended Long Range WiFi Receiver System is designed to look like a satellite dish, with a rectangular shape and bowed edges. It’s also skeletonized to keep it lightweight. The total size is 15 inches wide and 10 inches tall, with a central receiver that protrudes by 8 inches.
This antenna is designed to extend your WiFi signal to outbuildings like barns and guest houses. It’s easy to install – just attach it to an exterior wall with the included brackets and silicone sealant. Then, run the 30-foot cord inside and connect it to your router. You’ll need a drill to install this antenna, but the kit comes with everything you need to weatherproof the holes in your exterior wall.
This product was created to amplify your WiFi signal so that it can reach outbuildings on your property, such as a barn or guest house. It’s easy to install – the aluminum rod can be mounted to the outside of the building with brackets and the dongle hangs down from the back center. There is a 30-foot cord that runs from the dongle into your home (drilling through an exterior wall will be necessary) but don’t worry, the kit comes with tubes of silicone grease and sealant to weatherproof any holes you make.
Performance & Connectivity
The CC Vector antenna has a directional, parabolic design that two advantages. Most importantly, you get an incredible range – with an unobstructed line of sight, the maximum range is three miles. Even under normal conditions, with trees and hills in the way, you’ll get a signal over half a mile away. Secondly, you’ll experience less interference because it’s so directional and can be focused directly on your router.
WAVLINK AC1200 High Power Outdoor Weatherproof WiFi Range Extender
WAVLINK is a company that is popular for their connectivity devices and adapters. Recently, the WAVLINK USB-C Universal Docking Station was reviewed and it worked great, like most WAVLINK products tend to. Naturally, their outdoor range extender was the logical next choice to take a closer look at.
The design of the WAVLINK AC1200 High Power Outdoor Weatherproof WiFi Range Extender is compact. The body of the product is mostly white with green accents. It has two external antennas and three LED lights that display the status of the device. The range extender also has an Ethernet port and a reset button. It is rated to extend the WiFi signal up to 1200Mbps and covers an area of up to 3000 square feet.
The setup process is simple and only takes a few minutes. Once it is connected to your router, the WAVLINK AC1200 will be able to extend your WiFi signal to better cover a larger area in your home or office.
Performance & Connectivity
This dual-band range extender offers both fast speeds and a good amount of range. You’ll get 300Mbps over the 2.4GHz channel and 867Mbps over the 5GHz channel for a total of 1,167Mbps. In theory, you can get full Gigabit speeds on a single device. The signal extends for around 300 yards, depending on how many obstructions are in the way. That’s enough to cover a 600-yard diameter circle.
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