NETGEAR
NETGEAR EAX12 WiFi 6 Range Extender
The NETGEAR EAX12 WiFi 6 Range Extender lands as a entry-level wi-fi extender, built around Wi-Fi 6.
40/100
Wi-Fi 61600 Mbpsdual-bandAX1600
£39.99best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- WPA3 encryption
- Passthrough socket
- No tri-band
- Below-average max throughput
Score profile
Scored against the wi-fi extenders classWhere the NETGEAR EAX12 WiFi 6 Range Extender wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6
Class (AX6000, BE19000, etc.)AX1600
Max throughput1600
Bandsdual-band
WPA3 encryptionYes
Ethernet
Ethernet ports1
Max port speed1
Coverage
Coverage960
Connected devices15
Design and power
Passthrough socketYes
More specs
Ethernet ports1
Mesh compatibleYes
Who it's for
Is the NETGEAR EAX12 WiFi 6 Range Extender right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable wi-fi extender for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need tri-band, in which case a higher-tier wi-fi extender 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.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the NETGEAR EAX12 WiFi 6 Range Extender worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 40/100 against other wi-fi extenders, a entry-level result where the class average is around 50.
What stands out on the NETGEAR EAX12 WiFi 6 Range Extender?
Its wpa3 encryption stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Linksys Velop Micro WiFi 6 Node?
The Linksys Velop Micro WiFi 6 Node scores 43/100 versus this one at 40/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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