Amazon’s eero is making waves in the world of home Wi-Fi with the announcement of two new additions to its Wi-Fi 7 portfolio: the eero 7 and eero Pro 7. These new routers promise to deliver blazing-fast speeds, enhanced reliability, and advanced features to meet the growing demands of modern connected homes.
“For ten years, eero has obsessed over delivering exceptional wifi because we know it is as important as our electricity and running water,” said Nick Weaver, CEO and co-founder of eero. With the eero 7 and Pro 7, the company aims to provide a seamless and robust Wi-Fi experience for a wide range of users and needs.
eero 7: Multi-Gigabit Speeds at an Accessible Price
The eero 7 is designed for users who want to experience the benefits of Wi-Fi 7 without breaking the bank. This dual-band router supports the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies, delivering wireless speeds up to 1.8 Gbps and wired speeds up to 2.3 Gbps through its two 2.5 GbE ports. Its compact design makes it easy to integrate into any home environment.
With coverage of up to 2,000 square feet per unit, the eero 7 is ideal for apartments and smaller homes. Users can expand coverage by adding more eero 7 units to create a mesh network that blankets their entire home in fast, reliable Wi-Fi.
eero Pro 7: Premium Performance for Demanding Networks
For power users and larger homes with numerous connected devices, the eero Pro 7 offers premium performance and capacity. This tri-band router supports the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz frequencies, maximizing bandwidth and minimizing congestion. It boasts wireless speeds up to 3.9 Gbps and wired speeds up to 4.7 Gbps through its two 5 GbE ports, making it ideal for multi-gigabit internet plans and bandwidth-intensive activities like gaming and 4K streaming.
The eero Pro 7 features a sophisticated thermal design that ensures quiet operation and prevents dust buildup. Each unit can cover up to 2,000 square feet and support over 200 devices, making it a robust solution for large and connected households.
Advanced Features and Benefits
Both the eero 7 and Pro 7 come packed with features designed to enhance the user experience:
- Ease of Use: The eero app provides simple setup, network management, parental controls, and guest network capabilities.
- eero Technologies: Proprietary technologies like TrueMesh, TrueRoam, and TrueChannel optimize network performance and ensure seamless connectivity.
- Security: WPA3 encryption, automatic software updates, and optional eero Plus subscription provide robust security features.
- Compatibility: Backward compatibility with previous eero generations allows for easy network expansion.
- Wi-Fi 7: Multi-Link Operation, Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access, and 4K-QAM enhance speed, capacity, and latency.
- Smart Home Hub: Support for Matter, Thread, and Zigbee allows the routers to act as central hubs for smart home devices.
- Customer Support: Free customer support is available seven days a week.
Pricing and Availability
The eero 7 and eero Pro 7 are available for pre-order now and will be widely available starting February 26th in the US, UK, Italy, France, Germany, and Spain. The eero Pro 7 starts at $299.99 for a single unit, while the eero 7 starts at $169.99. Canadian availability will follow on March 26th, with Australia and Japan launching later this year.
With the introduction of the eero 7 and Pro 7, Amazon continues to expand its eero ecosystem, providing consumers with a range of options to experience the latest advancements in Wi-Fi technology. These new routers promise to deliver faster speeds, improved reliability, and greater control, ensuring that users can enjoy a seamless and connected digital experience in their homes.