Google Nest WiFi Pro Review - 6 Months Later
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- čas přidán 27. 06. 2024
- Long-term review of the Google Nest WiFi Pro after using one for 6 Months. We'll take you through the best features of this mesh WiFi router system, how having both WiFi 6 and WiFi 6E in a Google-made router impacts the experience, and we'll take you through the downsides we've encountered using the device.
We'll also walk you through some important specs of this system including range, WiFi speeds, how many devices you can have on the network simultaneously, and we'll walk you through how to setup the WiFi router through the Google Home app and some important features this system supports.
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0:00 - The best features
2:40 - WiFi Performance
4:00 - Downsides
6:31 - Recommendation
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[02:30] Thanks for sharing your experience with the Nest Wifi Pro! It's great to hear that your opinion has improved over the past six months. The design and aesthetics seem really appealing, and the simplified approach to hardware is a plus. Easy setup and family support features are also big advantages.
[03:00] I'm particularly interested in the performance you mentioned. It's reassuring to know that it's holding up well, especially in terms of speed and the utilization of the 5.9 GHz spectrum. However, it's good that you pointed out potential downsides, like the lack of a dedicated wireless backhaul band and range limitations.
[03:30] As someone in the market for a new Wi-Fi router, I appreciate your recommendation for the Nest Wifi Pro, especially for its support of Wi-Fi 6 and 6E. I'll definitely check out your video for a deeper dive into this topic.
[04:00] One question: Have you encountered any specific issues or challenges with the Nest Wifi Pro during these six months that you think potential buyers should be aware of?
Looking forward to hearing more from you, and thanks again for the informative review!
Hi josh, thx for another fab video. Trying to figure out how this would compare to that of Plumes super pods. Also would the google wifi still be any good in 2023.
Preferred activities used to have a second option for Google Stadia, but for obvious reasons they pulled that out. Having simplified QoS is a good idea though, hopefully they can add other ones in the future.
I had the google Wi-Fi 3-pack (hockey pucks) since Sep 2018 paid $299. I set up all 3, in my 2300 sq ft single story home, one on each end and in the middle. And it has worked flawlessly, very easy initial setup and it just works. I do have a fiber connection and only 100 Mbps, but that's more than enough for the wife and me. I recently picked up a couple of Wi-Fi 6E capable devices, PC Wi-Fi adaptor and streaming device for the TV. And it works fine but being 5 years old I'm thinking about upgrading to the Nest WiFi Pro...3 pack $279.99...I need a sale...LOL
It's currently $279.99 ($120 off) on the Google Store. Original price for a 3 pack for Nest WiFi Pro (WIFI 6E) is $399.99.
I bought the single Nest WiFi Pro and it's working flawlessly. I'm going to buy the dual pack right now for extending my network to ensure it is full single everywhere. That's currently going for $199.99 ($100 off) which is originally $299.99 for the dual pack.
Excellent video. Thank you
Super helpful, thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you, very helpful I just ordered mine
Thanks. You helped me a lot!❤
You're welcome! 😊
It would have been cool if model name was on the back, have a option to buy router in different color when buying three nodes
Being a fan of Nest products, I was looking forward to providing seamless wifi throughout my house using the Nest Wifi Pro. I have a Virgin 3 Router and followed the Google set up instructions. For the best part of a week, I persisted with different configurations to enjoy seamless wifi, however, the mesh kept disconnecting and dropping out. After much frustration and disappointment, I gave up and went back to using wifi extenders, regrettably returning the product.
at the price, why not add another satellite?
I've been testing this and found it to be faster then my Eero Pro 6 system. Also looks so much better too.
How much you pay per month?
@@Seeking_treasures What do you mean?
@@marksapollo how do you get the internet service? And how much does it cost?
@@boobooouchouch9001 it's a router not a modem. This means that you connect it to a modem (that utilizes the service provider internet and connetions). This router simply bypasses the modem for wifi connectivity
thank you for saying this because i was comparing this to the the eero pro seems like this is the better option
Helpful video, thank you! Gave me some ideas on how to tweak my settings as I've been having horrible performance like many others across the internet. Got a good deal and don't want to return it but we'll see. Paying for 1 gig and my device speed tests show like 120 Mbps...but when I ask the Google mesh to speed test, I get 760+ so clearly something going on.
Question: @6MonthsLater what app do you use to show the different devices on the bandwidths that has the buttons "Access Points", "Channel Rating", "Channel Graph", "Time Graph" ? I would love to use that to help manage my network.
Great informative video. Thanks. You are right the nest wifi pro is a very reasonably priced mesh system.
Can you use the point without ethernet connection? Like wireless like the original nest + point, is there any reason to upgrade to this vs the nest + point?
Even though I don't have CZcams premium I still somehow was able to watch this with exiting CZcams (background playback). Could it be that google makes this feature available for free on videos about their products?
one of my biggest complaint with the next wifi I have now is I cant get from wired to wiress, is that fixed in the pro?
Спасибо, отличный обзор - как всегда!❤
maybe a dumb question, but with regards to the wireless backhaul on the 6 Ghz band, is this still an issue if you have a wire ethernet connection all the other points? I'm assuming no?
Correct, it shouldn’t be if you’ve wired all of the points together.
thank you young matthew perry/eward norton for this review.might have to buy me a nest
Mine have been great !
Should I name the mesh points the same as my home network?
if i plug into it via ethernet would that be the equivalent of plugging straight into my router or will i be losing some speeds?
Not sure if you found your answer, but essentially no, you'd only be getting WiFi speeds...so it's more for devices that don't have wireless capabilities. For example, I'll place a puck in the middle of my home where I have 2 PCs, one is a Plex server, and the other is a NAS/backup PC. Both are old PCs, so instead of buying a wireless card, I just plugged both into a puck and that did it.
Just installed in my parents house. It's ugly compared to older models. Hope it works great there for many years!
I know speeds are dependent on the ISP and plan I'm on. But will the modem hinder the capabilities of the router in any way?
How do you set up 2 routers? I have one that I replaced my main router through an ethernet cable but how do I setup the second one?
The second one doesn't act as a router, it's a MESH point extending your wifi.
Can you please make a review on Nubia Z50 ultra 🙏🏻 please
Since you didn't speak much about it, what range would you say I would need to place the other "nodes" around my house, since one already acts as the main router.
He did mention that one node would cover 2200 sq feet … at least I think
Plus that the home materials make a difference
So, since ONE WiFi Pro is good for up to 2200 square feet and the strength of that mesh is dependent on the construction/layout of the home, it would be safe to say that three would be good coverage and four even better. Right? Also, why would I NEED a modem if the WiFi Pro plugs right into the internet connection on the wall?
Because this is a router only & is not a modem/router there are some devices that are. If one had a fiber internet connection, there would be an optical network terminal (ONT) this is the modem. It would mostly likely be a secure weatherproof box outside one's home. The user should not have access to this piece of equipment. The fiber connects to the ONT & converts the light signal to electronic signal. An ethernet cable feeds from the ONT into a designated 8-pin ethernet wall jack into the home there could be multiple designated jacks. This is where one would plug the ethernet cable into this is the initial mesh device, along with a standard power outlet. This is the start of the wi-fi signal/setup. Once this is done one can add other mesh devices throughout one's home by simply having a power outlet and using the google home app to set up these devices. Side note: the ONT can also have a traditional landline (telephone) which is usually a smaller 4-pin telephone jack, if one chooses to have a dedicated phone. This is arranged with your provider. If you have a cable (coaxial) internet connection, then your cable company typically provides physical modem (or you can purchase your own at many electronic stores ie best buy, amazon, etc. The mesh device plugs into this modem via ethernet cable.
He is referring to the device that brings your signal from the isp. From there, you plug in whatever router you choose.
We are constantly experiencing connectivity issues with the pro and very short-distance coverage
I think it's to incentivise buying two
@shneor4234 same. The original system never gave me issues. Any solution?
@@mattosborne7157 buy different brand 😧
Must i buy google router to run the nest wifi pro?
Is this better than eero 5?
Can you use the wifi pro as a router and the 2nd generations as points? Or vice versa?
No, they’re not backwards compatible. So when you need to update your router, you’ll have to rip and replace all points and the main router. That would be an interesting design choice but I’m not aware of any company that does that. Have you seen any other routers that have that feature?
Source: support.google.com/googlenest/answer/12353201?hl=en
Okay does it provide wifi or do you need go to different company get the wifi provider
Same question qnd price per month
This is just a router for your Wi-Fi, it's not a modem. Your local Internet company will provide a modem. Internet pricing will vary depending on your location and the plans offered.
With the 6Ghz doing the backend, would that make it more difficult to go through walls? I’m trying to get wifi into a detached garage, and it will need to communicate through 2 brick walls.
It could slightly, yes, but it might be worth trying out and seeing if it works if you generally like the router. - Josh
Run fiber. Its cheap, and it doesn't have electrical issues, like a cable, or wireless issues, like brick walls.
I asked my isp if I needed a modem along with a router and this was their reply
“You won’t need a modem, all you need is a fiber to the home capable router which can handle the gig speed you are ordering.”
So does that mean they have provided something comparable to a modem ?
Fiber service is different. It is not usually terminated at a modem. However, you still would need a fiber to ethernet device to connect it to your WIFI router. Unless they provide that. I.E. fiber services are terminated at a router at the ISP end. The port is yours and all yours. You do not need a modem which is essentially the dialup / authentication mechanism.
Yeah, featues are in the restrictive side.. They can easily add the vpn service on pixel 7 or google one..its lame how google proceeds oe shuts its products
There is literally only one company who offers a quad band in Mesh Routers and that's netgear with their new Orbi. There are couple more brands that do offer quad band like tp link and asus but that's only for their single gaming routers not mesh systems. No wonder why my eero doesn't perform as fast as orbi that's installed in my business property. I think Nest and eero is all about consistency rather than all out speed. Still If I upgrade in future, I will most likely go Orbi route no matter the price or go Google nest route if they have as good hardware as Netgear.
Although faster, 6GHz will not penetrate concrete as well as 2GHz, rendering it useless as a mesh network for some houses made of concrete.
I prefer my Keenetic mesh setup.
I got 2 for free only cause I got the old Google ones and I use Google fiber internet ❤
I just got my 2 for free with Fiber. They are really fast and i like the concept of having multiple routers that spread out the signal farther throughout the house.
My biggest con is how damn goofy shaped they are. Theres a good chance youll want to mount these to the wall, but there is zero option to do so.
there is a mount for the ac outlet, look it up.
It's quite a shame that a "Pro" WiFi 6E system comes with only 1Gb input and not 2.5 or 10Gb
Yep, rip off.
Is more than that really needed for home though??
They are prob saving that for the elite version🥲🤣
I suppose the name is a bit odd, but I'm not really surprised they didn't include a higher bandwidth port. The average speed in the US is still far below 1Gb. The number of homes getting better than 1Gb is vanishingly small.
So this device really just follows the apparent Google philosophy of "high quality, good value tech" not "bleeding edge, high price". Just look at the Pixel lineup next to Apple/Samsung, same idea.
@@krjohnson29I agree it's kind of like living in a small town where the speed never goes above 25 and wanting an European super car with break neck speeds because one day you MIGHT get a chance to go to the audubon.
Keep it simple and when the time comes than get your super car. Which at that point of course there will be something new around and a new set of complaints for essentially the same argument.
Does this product have wifi 6 because I want it for my house and I have a ps5 but it only supports wifi 6 not 6e
Yes, most WiFi 6E routers should also support WiFi 6 and previous standards.
You have to mention that Google's routers are not for gamers, as they have a "double NAT" problem. Other manufacturers allow you to set the routers in access point mode (or bridge mode).
I think this router supports port forwarding so you should be able to manually open the ports to eliminate the double NAT. This would have to be done on the nest and main modem though.
Is it WiFi? Or do you need a internet provider?
I believe it's independent wifi
You still need an ISP lol
To be clear, your devices would have to be capable of WiFi 6 to begin with. Most devices, as of the moment do not have that capability.
you mention "life of the system." problem with that in my experience is that Google determines when the system is put out to pasture. example the Google Onhub mesh system which may have been several years old but they killed it off three months back?! we barely get 50mbps at our home so for us there was no need to upgrade. everything worked fine that was til Google flipped the kill switch. so good still functional equipment killed by Google with end users getting messed over imho. we did upgrade this time but never again. i bought my equipment but the company treated me as if I'd leased their equipment.
i have 4 in a 2400 sqft home and cant get more than 200MB from one end to the next. I hve 10 gig connection. Tested my friends Asus 6E system and i was able to get 600mb accross home. For someone who works from home i personally like the look but speeds suck
What’s the best WiFi for 200$ or less
I have one that can’t cover 532 sq ft effectively in my condo. It shows a full signal in the back room but speeds drop to less than 10mb sometimes whereas are 350mbps near router. To buy a second point is $200. My 2nd gen covers over 1500 sq ft over two floors with just one running. To add a point to 2nd gen would be less than $100. Pro is a scam. I didn’t discover flaws until a few weeks in so Best Buy and Google tell me I’m screwed.
6 month google pixel 7 pro please❤❤
Comes out tomorrow :)
At the cost I can put one in every room and not even worry about distance. LMAO :P Compared to Netgear anyway.
Preferred activities used to include Stadia :(
Ahhhh 😐, that explains why it felt so empty. - Josh
There are widespread slow down issues with this system since launch and Google still has not addressed it. Only fix is daily reboots of the network. I finally replaced with an ASUS system and have no more issues. Beware of the Google Nest WiFi Pro!
Slow down issues? How much of a slow down did you see?
You having an issue does not make it widespread
@@thundereagle97you say that but I as well as many other people are experiencing 1/5th the speed they are supposed to get via the mesh
U AINT IMPRESSED WITH 290 mbps bro IM LIVING ON 5 mbps DUDE
I'll stick with my Netgear Orbi Tri-Band WiFi Mesh System RBK752.
Why ?
Does it have WiFi6?
They really couldn't have just given us 2-3 more ethernet jacks.
did you pay for the set or got it for this review? did not speak enough about the fact that you only have 1 LAN port, which is way too few in a smart home (with 1 or multiple smart bridges, thermostat, etc). Also, as I write this text, I am doing a speed test (got 117 download even if I am on 1Gbps network), since Google routers are loosing speed day by day and I have to manually restart them twice a week (because surprise, they don't have auto restart, like other routers)
Great, now Google can track EVERYTHING anyone on your WiFi is accessing from the interweb 😂
With the way that Google drops support, hard pass.
Really hated this product. I bought it and all my Google smart home devices continually disconnected from the wifi. I had better wifi in my two story house while using my ISP single router than this system.
Anyway….returned it and rage bought the Orbi 6E and it works amazing.
User error
9 minutes talk, of nothing. I think you would be good to sell anything on a market.
Get off my lawn.
Disagree
What else would you answer to my comment! Try listen to your own Video, and I'm sure you will remove the first three letter in your comment.
Tell us you didn't actually watch the video without telling us
You need a "modem" and an "ISP" was a super handy hint
Linksys.. everything you need for 130$... Everything else is over priced trash