This Netgear Mesh System Is Currently Discounted by Almost $300.
Setting up a whole-home Wi-Fi network usually becomes a priority when your current router starts losing signal in the rooms you use. This is where the Netgear Orbi Wi-Fi 6 AX6000 (RBK852) system shines, especially at its current price of $199.99, down from its original price of $490 on Woot. This offer lasts for two days or while supplies last, and shipping is free for Prime members, while non-members pay $6. However, Woot only ships within the continental US—orders to Alaska, Hawaii, APO addresses, and PO Boxes are not shipped.
This two-part mesh system, consisting of a main router and a satellite, is designed to provide a stable connection in larger homes. Netgear claims it can cover up to 5,000 square feet (and support up to 100 devices), and in practice, this means fewer “dead zones” in back bedrooms, upper floors, or balconies. The system uses Wi-Fi 6, which is designed to handle more devices simultaneously, so in a home where several people are simultaneously watching TV shows, making video calls, or playing games, it typically performs better without slowing down everything else.
Each of these devices is quite large, standing about 25 cm tall, but this size allows for multiple antennas and a processor to ensure smooth data transfer. They also have a dedicated data link between them, allowing them to exchange data without interfering with your daily work, helping maintain stable speeds throughout your home. If you still use a wired connection for work or gaming, both devices are equipped with four Ethernet ports, as well as a faster multi-gigabit internet port on the main router. Setup and management are handled through the accompanying app, and it’s quite simple if you follow the prompts, according to a PCMag review .
That said, it lacks built-in parental controls, device-level prioritization, and a USB port for sharing storage or printers. And while Netgear offers its Armor security tools, they’re only available as a 30-day trial, after which they become a paid add-on. At the initial price, this seemed limiting, but at $199.99, it’s easier to justify if a stable and reliable Wi-Fi connection in a large room is your priority.