Are powerline adapters better than Wi-Fi extenders?

For wired devices (consoles, smart TVs, desktops) — yes, powerline is more reliable with lower latency. For wireless devices (phones, tablets) — a Wi-Fi mesh system is better. Powerline with Wi-Fi (like the AV600) offers a compromise.

Do powerline adapters increase my electric bill?

Negligibly. Each adapter uses about 3-5 watts — roughly $3-5 per year in electricity. The network data itself does not use measurable power.

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