Do you have a large home and find that your Wi-Fi network can't quite deliver usable speeds everywhere? If so, a better router could help. Physics dictates that the farther you are from your router, the slower your speeds will be. You can't always be right next to your router, so you'll want one that delivers good average speeds over long distances.
Another solution is to create a Wi-Fi network with multiple wireless access points so that you're always close to a Wi-Fi source. The two main ways to set up such a network are by connecting these additional access points to your main router with a cable or wirelessly, also known as wired or wireless backhaul. You can check out this investigation, where we compare wired and wireless backhaul networks, for more details. In a nutshell, using a wired backhaul configuration delivers better speeds and range, but using a wireless mesh system can still give you a meaningful improvement over using a standalone router. We've tested over 60 routers, and below are our picks for the best routers for large homes. All of our recommendations can be used as standalone routers or connected to additional access points using wired or wireless backhaul to improve your network's coverage.
Check out our R&D article to learn more about how we tested mesh systems and when they can help. Also, check out our picks for the best Wi-Fi routers, the best Wi-Fi 7 routers, and the best mesh Wi-Fi systems.
Since we started reviewing them in 2024, we've tested over 60 routers. We maintain complete editorial independence and impartiality by purchasing each router ourselves, which ensures we aren't testing specially selected review units. Rather than casually assessing performance by throwing on Netflix and seeing if it works, we rigorously evaluate each router on a standardized testing platform, providing you with all the data you need to compare different models.
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Best Wi-Fi Router For Large Homes
Multi-Level HouseRangeSpeedWi-Fi Version:Wi-Fi 7 (be)See all our test resultsTest Configuration:Dual Node MeshThe best Wi-Fi router for large homes is the TP-Link Deco BE63. It's a tri-band Wi-Fi 7 mesh router that's small in size and has a slick, minimal design, making it easy to place wherever you want. It has excellent range, and it's easily expandable and compatible with any other router in TP-Link's Deco lineup, making it a great option for enormous homes. We recommend starting off with a two-pack and picking up an additional unit later if you still need to improve your coverage. It offers great wired connectivity with four 2.5Gbps Ethernet ports and delivers amazing top speeds that can actually take advantage of a multi-gigabit internet connection. This enables you to download large files, like video games, quickly, even when you're far from the main router or out of range for a wired connection.
Setting up the mesh system is straightforward using the TP-Link Deco mobile app, which is great for less tech-savvy users who might find the process daunting. The app lets you configure and monitor your network, view the number of connected devices, and adjust more advanced settings like Wi-Fi channel widths and enabling MLO. You can also set up basic parental controls in the app, but more advanced controls, like precise time management and network antivirus, are reserved for TP-Link's HomeShield monthly subscribers. Note that while there's a browser interface, it's extremely limited in which settings you can adjust, so you virtually have to use the app.
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Best Upper Mid-Range Router For Large Homes
Multi-Level HouseRangeSpeedWi-Fi Version:Wi-Fi 6E (ax)See all our test resultsTest Configuration:Dual Node MeshIf our top pick is outside your budget and you don't own many Wi-Fi 7 devices, we recommend the ASUS ZenWiFi ET9 as the best upper mid-range router for large homes. It's still a tri-band router like our top pick, but it supports Wi-Fi 6E instead of Wi-Fi 7, so newer Wi-Fi 7 devices can't reach their maximum speeds. It includes a 2.5Gbps WAN port and three 1Gbps LAN ports. It delivers impressive speed and range that are more than sufficient for a large, busy household with lots of connected devices, whether you're streaming 4k movies, downloading large files, or hopping on video calls. Like the other picks on this list, the ASUS access points are compact and easy to place around your home, and setup and management are handled through a mobile app. Unlike most competitors, though, it doesn't lock any features behind a monthly subscription, which is a welcome bonus if you'd rather not add yet another subscription service to your life.
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Best Mid-Range Router For Large Homes
Multi-Level HouseRangeSpeedWi-Fi Version:Wi-Fi 7 (be)See all our test resultsTest Configuration:StandaloneIf you don't want to get a mesh system right away, the TP-Link Archer BE550 is the best router for large homes we've tested at a mid-range price point. This is a tri-band Wi-Fi 7 router with 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands. It delivers speeds suitable for multiple people simultaneously downloading large files or streaming high-resolution videos. It also has an excellent port selection, with all five Ethernet ports rated for 2.5Gbps, so your high-bandwidth wired devices like gaming PCs and NAS can reach their full speeds.
If your home has obstacles like concrete masonry walls that leave you with dead zones, don't worry. This router is compatible with TP-Link's EasyMesh functionality, allowing you to create a mesh network with other compatible routers or range extenders for better coverage.
To benefit from this router's blazing-fast 6GHz band, you'll need Wi-Fi 6E or 7 devices. Wi-Fi 7 is a very new standard that makes some serious performance promises, so it'll likely be a while before you upgrade all your devices to support it. Thankfully, you can consult the product finder on the Wi-Fi Alliance's website to find Wi-Fi 7-certified devices. With that in mind, this router's biggest downside is its range performance on the 5GHz band. It still delivers speeds suitable for most high-bandwidth uses; however, a mesh solution like our top pick above, the TP-Link Deco BE63, is a better option if you find your large home has dead zones.
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Best Lower Mid-Range Router For Large Homes
Multi-Level HouseRangeSpeedWi-Fi Version:Wi-Fi 6 (ax)See all our test resultsTest Configuration:Dual Node MeshThe eero 6 is our pick for the best lower mid-range router for large homes. This dual-band Wi-Fi 6 router delivers solid coverage and speeds suitable for internet connections of up to around 700Mbps. It can easily handle high-bandwidth activities like multiple 4k video streams and high-speed downloads. Its compact, sleek design is even smaller than our top pick, and it's easily expandable, allowing you to add more units to cover larger homes. Despite its price, it still offers smart home integration with built-in Zigbee support and Amazon Alexa compatibility.
The setup process is similar to the TP-Link Deco units mentioned above, as it's handled entirely through the intuitive eero app. The app is user-friendly, making setup easy even for those with little networking experience. However, it doesn't offer the same depth of configuration options as the Deco app, which may disappoint users who enjoy fine-tuning their network. One drawback of this budget option is that its range isn't as strong as our other picks, so you may experience reduced speeds when connected to a satellite unit far from the router.
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Best Budget Router For Large Homes
Multi-Level HouseRangeSpeedWi-Fi Version:Wi-Fi 6 (ax)See all our test resultsTest Configuration:StandaloneThe best budget router for home use we've tested is the TP-Link Archer AX55. It's a dual-band Wi-Fi 6 router with a conventional design and a compact footprint that won't take up much space. This router really shines in both range and performance. At close range, it can saturate an internet connection up to 750Mbps and maintain consistently fast speeds at distances of nearly 100 ft. With this level of performance, it easily handles high-speed downloads and supports multiple users streaming and browsing 4k content simultaneously.
Although its range is impressive, it's still a standalone router. If your home is particularly large or you can't place the router centrally because of where the internet cable enters the house, don't worry, it's compatible with both OneMesh and EasyMesh, allowing you to create a mesh network with supported routers and range extenders. Its main drawback is that, because it's a Wi-Fi 6 router, it doesn't support the 6GHz band, so Wi-Fi 6E or 7 devices can't reach their maximum speeds.
Notable Mentions
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eero Max 7:
The eero Max 7 is the best-performing router we've tested. It's a Wi-Fi 7 mesh router that's incredibly fast and maintains gigabit speeds nearly 100 feet away. However, we don't recommend it because it's incredibly expensive, and the TP-Link Deco BE63 delivers enough range and performance for most people.
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Recent Updates
Mar 03, 2026:
We've updated the introduction to include more specific information on how you can improve your Wi-Fi network with multiple access points.
Feb 04, 2026:
We've reorganized this article's picks by price to make it easier to make a buying decision. We've also replaced the TP-Link Deco XE5300 with the ASUS ZenWiFi ET9, and made it the upper mid-range pick.
Nov 11, 2025:
We've replaced the eero Pro 6E with the TP-Link Deco BE63 as our top pick, and the TP-Link Deco X5000 with the TP-Link Deco XE5300 as our mid-range pick, as they both offer better performance for the price. We've added the 'Best Budget Mesh System For Large Homes' category, and removed the AmpliFi Alien from the Notable Mentions section.
May 01, 2025:
We've reviewed our picks and haven't made any changes to our list. We're keeping a close eye on the evolving trade and tariff situation and will react to changing prices and availability the best we can, but some of our picks will likely go out of stock or increase in price. We've also added a link to an article explaining how we test routers in the introduction of this article.
Mar 07, 2025:
All picks are valid and available. No change in recommendations.
All Reviews
Our recommendations above are currently the best Wi-Fi routers for large homes for most people, whether you're looking to upgrade to the latest standard, replace your ISP-provided router, or even get a better connection in your backyard. We factor in the price (a cheaper router wins over a pricier one if the difference isn't worth it), feedback from our users, and availability (no routers that are difficult to find or out of stock everywhere).
If you'd like to choose for yourself, here's the list of all our router reviews. Be careful not to get too caught up in the details. While no router is perfect, nearly all of them are more than good enough for most high-bandwidth uses, like streaming 4k content and downloading large files quickly.