Will a mesh system slow down my internet?

With a dedicated backhaul band (6GHz), speed loss between nodes is minimal — typically less than 10%. Without dedicated backhaul, each hop between nodes can lose 30-50% of bandwidth. Choose a mesh system with dedicated backhaul for the best experience in large homes.

Can I mix mesh nodes from different brands?

No. Mesh nodes must be from the same brand and typically the same product family. Some brands (ASUS AiMesh) allow mixing different ASUS models. For the most reliable performance, use identical nodes throughout your home.

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