Black Friday mesh Wi-Fi system deals — huge discounts on our favorite mesh routers from TP-Link, Netgear, eero, Asus and more

If you’re on a very tight budget, this cube-shaped mesh Wi-Fi system can be had for under $100 in a three pack. In our Tenda Nova MW6 review, we were impressed with its quick and easy setup process and the fact that the units are wall-mountable. Granted though, this is a Wi-Fi 5-powered mesh router system which means your speeds will be limited. Still, if you want to see what mesh networking is all about without spending a lot, the Tenda Nova MW6 could be worth a try.

For those with a bit more to spend though, the eero 6+ offers a much better experience. Not only is this a Wi-Fi 6-powered system but it’s even smaller and you can control every aspect of your mesh network using the eero app. Each unit has two gigabit Ethernet ports on the back and together, they can support over 75 connected devices. While you can upgrade to a paid eero Plus subscription, the free version includes plenty of features on its own and lets you use the eero 6+ as a smart home hub thanks to its built-in Thread and Zigbee radios.

If you want something a bit different and don’t want to have to install yet another app on your phone, the Linksys Velop Micro 6 is unlike any of the other mesh Wi-Fi systems we’ve tested and reviewed. This Wi-Fi 6-powered kit has two tiny satellites that connect to a main unit that more closely resembles a traditional router. The Velop Micro 6 still managed to cover up to 5,000 square feet while supporting more than 150 connected devices. Around back on the main unit, you get a 2.5 Gbps input port along with four gigabit Ethernet ports while the two satellites are USB-C powered and don’t have their own Ethernet ports. If you want something that’s simple to set up as well as app-free, this could be the perfect mesh router for you.

Of all the mesh Wi-Fi systems on this list, the TP-Link Deco XE75 is the one I’d choose. In fact, it’s the one I have at home that I’ve been using for the past two years. This Wi-Fi 6E-powered mesh router gives you access to the new faster 6 Ghz band and supports up to 200 connected devices. There are three gigabit Ethernet ports on the back of the Deco XE75 and this three pack covers up to 7,200 square feet with a strong Wi-Fi signal. Like eero, TP-Link’s mesh routers come with the company’s Home Shield software to keep you safe online. There’s a paid version but the free version gives you access to basic parental controls and can scan your home network for security threats.

Thanks to its slightly wider design, the Asus ZenWifi XT8 packs in plenty of ports including a 2.5 Gbps input port, three gigabit Ethernet ports and even a USB port for sharing data from a flash drive or external hard drive across your network. This Wi-Fi 6-powered mesh router is available in either a two-pack or a three-pack and both are on sale right now. The two-pack can cover up to 5,500 square feet with a strong Wi-Fi signal. In our Asus ZenWifi XT8 review, we were impressed by its free, built-in AiProtection security software and the extra 5 Ghz band for wireless backhaul.

Some mesh Wi-Fi systems have a beautiful-looking design and then there’s the Nest WiFi Pro. This Wi-Fi 6E-powered mesh kit is absolutely gorgeous and unlike every other, you can actually pick up a multicolored three-pack to add a bit more personality to your home network. One of my favorite things about the Nest WiFi Pro is that everything from setup to configuring your network is done right from the Google Home app alongside your smart home devices. In our Nest WiFi Pro review, we praised this mesh router’s small oval shaped devices and how they blend in quite well with the rest of your home decor. You only get two gigabit Ethernet ports at the back but for most people, this will probably be enough.

If you’re after a beautifully designed mesh Wi-Fi system to complement the rest of your home’s decor, look no further than the Wi-Fi 6E-powered Asus ZenWiFi Pro ET12. These mesh routers only come in black and they have a see through window on top that even lights up at. The ZenWiFi Pro ET12 has a pair of 2.5 Gbps ports around back along with two additional gigabit Ethernet ports and this two-pack can cover up to 6,000 square feet with a strong Wi-Fi signal. You also get free built-in security thanks to Asus’ AiProtection which is powered by TrendMicro’s antivirus software. In our ZenWifi Pro ET12 review, we were really impressed by how fast this mesh router was at close distances but we wish it was available in a three-pack.

This mesh system was Netgear’s previous flagship and it’s long held a top spot on our list of the best Wi-Fi 6 routers. It has a wider design than the Orbi 770 or Orbi 970 but still packs in plenty of ports and features. In our Netgear Orbi Wi-Fi 6E review, we hailed it as one of the fastest mesh routers on the planet. It has since been eclipsed by Netgear’s Wi-Fi 7-powered Orbi routers but if you aren’t interested in switching to the latest wireless standard yet, it’s still a fast performer and absolutely worth it. Around back, the main unit which acts as the router has a 10 Gbps input port, one 2.5 Gbps port, and three gigabit Ethernet ports while the satellites forgo the 10 Gbps port for an extra gigabit one. You can’t go wrong with the Orbi Wi-Fi 6E if you want to pick up a three-pack for slightly more than the Orbi 770 in a two-pack

If you don’t want a three-piece mesh kit but still want plenty of coverage, the Wi-Fi 7-powered ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro comes in a two-pack and can cover up to 8,000 square feet with a strong Wi-Fi signal. In fact, it’s the fastest Wi-Fi 7 router we’ve tested yet with speeds over 2.5 Gbps at a distance of 15 feet. As for ports, you get two 10 Gbps and four gigabit Ethernet ports along with a USB port. In our Asus ZenWiFi BQ16 Pro review, we were blown away by its sheer speeds but also appreciated the fact that you can use this USB port along with your phone’s mobile hotspot to keep your home network up and running during an internet outage.

Now if you want the convenience of the eero 7+ and all the features of Wi-Fi 7, then the eero Max 7 is the mesh router to get. It is significantly more expensive but this way, you won’t have to worry about upgrading for the next few years at least. In our eero Max 7 review, we were impressed by all of the multi-gig ports on the back which include two 10 gigabit per second (Gbps) ones as well as two 2.5 Gbps ports. This three-pack can cover up to 7,500 square feet and supports more than 200 connected devices. Another great thing about eero’s mesh routers is that they are intercompatible which means if you are upgrading from the eero 6 or even the eero Pro 6, you can use your old units to further expand your mesh network.