Linksys
Velop WHW0301 Mesh WiFi 5
A entry-level pick in the wi-fi routers line-up, with Wi-Fi 5 up front.
46/100
Wi-Fi 52200 Mbpstri-band
£89.00best price at Amazon
In stock at 1 retailer
We may earn a commission on purchases via this link. It never affects our scores or rankings.
Independent score · no sponsored placement
Price checked across retailers daily
Why we rate it
- Mesh capable
- Above-average coverage
- Below-average max throughput
Score profile
Scored against the wi-fi routers classWhere the Velop WHW0301 Mesh WiFi 5 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 5
Max throughput2200
Bandstri-band
MU-MIMO streamstrue
Ethernet and ports
LAN ports2
Coverage
Coverage2000
Connected devices20
Mesh capableYes
More specs
Ethernet ports2
Mesh compatibleYes
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowVelop WHW0301 Mesh WiFi 5 vs NETGEAR Nighthawk RS500 WiFi 7 Router
Velop WHW0301 Mesh WiFi 5Nighthawk RS500 WiFi 7 Router
| LinksysVelop WHW0301 Mesh WiFi 5This page | NETGEARNighthawk RS500 WiFi 7 Router | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46 /100Better | 45 /100 |
| WIFI standard | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Max throughput mbps | 2200 | 12000Better |
| Bands | tri-band | tri-band |
| Max port speed gbps | — | 2.5 |
| Coverage m2 | 2000 | — |
Who it's for
Is the Velop WHW0301 Mesh WiFi 5 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable wi-fi router for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need the widest coverage and fastest speeds, in which case a higher-tier wi-fi router is the better call.
Large-home power user
Many devices, big floorplan, wants no dead spots.
okay
Typical household
Streaming, calls and browsing across a few rooms.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable upgrade for less.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Velop WHW0301 Mesh WiFi 5 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 46/100 against other wi-fi routers, a entry-level result where the class average is around 53.
What stands out on the Velop WHW0301 Mesh WiFi 5?
Its mesh capable stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Google Nest Wi-Fi Router?
The Google Nest Wi-Fi Router scores 48/100 versus this one at 46/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
You might also consider
