Making use of your old hardware is easier than you think Many consumer routers support the ability to run as a Wi-Fi extender natively, through a mode known as 'repeater' or 'bridge' mode.

The extender picks up the signal from your main router and rebroadcasts it, thereby extending the Wi-Fi range. There are a couple of ways to set up your old router as a Wi-Fi extender.

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Conclusion The Reyee E5 is a great router, the Rex 12 is also a good WIFI extender. Their advantages are obvious, the signal coverage is super wide, stable, and strong.

Done! If you have a TP-Link Archer AX21 router, you can combine it with this Wi-Fi extender to create a seamless OneMesh network for even better Wi-Fi connectivity throughout your home.

Finding the best Wi-Fi extender depends largely upon your individual circumstances, but the best models used the right way can wipe out dead spots entirely.

We've tested and reviewed products since 1936. Read CR's review of the TP-Link AX1500 (RE505X) wifi extender to find out if it's worth it.

We've tested and reviewed products since 1936. Read CR's review of the Netgear AX1750 (EAX18) wifi extender to find out if it's worth it.

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