Wi-Fi extenders widen the reach of an existing wireless network in a home or office where the signal is weak or missing. Our range has over 50 models, from plug-in extenders to units with Ethernet ports for wired devices. TP-Link has the most, and you will also find FRITZ!, AVM, Xiaomi and NETGEAR.
How to choose a Wi-Fi extender
Wi-Fi standard and bands. An extender should not be slower than your router, so match the standard: a Wi-Fi 6 router is best paired with a Wi-Fi 6 extender. Some dual-band (2.4 and 5 GHz) models use one band to talk to the router and the other to serve your devices, which reduces the drop in speed. The combined speed printed on the box is theoretical, and real-world throughput is always lower.
Router compatibility. Most extenders connect to any router using the WPS button or a browser setup page. If you have a TP-Link router with OneMesh or a FRITZ!Box, an extender from the same maker creates a single network with one name, and devices switch between them automatically.
Ethernet ports. Many models in our range have a single RJ-45 port, and some have two or four. A port is handy for connecting a TV, games console or printer that has no Wi-Fi. If you have several such devices, choose a model with more ports.
Placement and power. A plug-in extender works best roughly halfway between the router and the weak area, not inside it, because it needs a good signal to repeat. Many models run on 100-240 V and most list an operating temperature of about 0-40 °C, so they are meant for indoor use. Where walls are thick or made of reinforced concrete, sending the signal through the mains wiring with a powerline solution often works better.
Brands in our range
- TP-Link: the largest selection in this category, and extenders with OneMesh support work with compatible TP-Link routers.
- FRITZ! and AVM: FRITZ! is AVM's brand, and its extenders work best alongside FRITZ!Box routers and Mesh.
- Xiaomi: known for affordable network devices that you usually set up from a phone app.
- NETGEAR: a long-established maker of home and small-business networking equipment with its own extender line.
- devolo: widely known for powerline adapters that carry the network through household wiring.
- Cudy: offers budget-friendly Wi-Fi 6 networking devices for the home.
- D-Link: a veteran networking manufacturer whose products are aimed at homes and small offices.
Also in our range: STRONG, VIVOLINK, RENKFORCE and ATEN.
Wi-Fi extender FAQ
Does a Wi-Fi extender slow down the internet?
An extender cannot exceed the speed your router delivers, and a single-band model often loses around half of it because the same radio both receives and retransmits data. Dual-band models reduce that loss. Even so, a slower connection through an extender is usually better than no signal in a distant room.
Will an extender work with any router?
Most extenders work with any Wi-Fi router, since they connect over standard Wi-Fi, often with the WPS button. Extra features such as a single network name and automatic roaming are best expected when you use the same brand or a compatible Mesh system.
Where should I place a Wi-Fi extender?
Place it where the router's signal is still strong, roughly halfway to the weak area. If you put it inside the dead zone, it receives a poor signal and passes on the same poor signal. Keep it away from metal surfaces and large pieces of furniture.
What is the difference between an extender and a Mesh system?
An extender is a single add-on unit that repeats your existing router's signal, so it costs less and suits closing one gap. A Mesh system is a set of matched units managed as one network and suits larger homes. Some extenders can join a Mesh network from the same manufacturer.
