Best WiFi Range Extenders or WiFi Repeaters in India
WiFi Range is a common problem in homes and offices for many users. Even you have a good Wireless Router or WiFi Modem then also you may face issues related to wireless coverage especially in big and multistory homes or buildings. Also thick walls and obstacles can also worsen this problem resulting in poor Wi-Fi Internet range in your house or building.
So how to increase your WiFi range in your house or building? Well the answer to this question is by using WiFi Range Extenders. WiFi Range Extenders or WiFi Repeaters are devices that can improve the strength and coverage of the existing wireless signal of your Wifi router or modem. These devices are also called WiFi Boosters or simply WiFi Extender.
How WiFi Range Extender Works?
A WiFi Range Extender receives the WiFi signal from a Router / Modem and then repeats or transmits the signal using powerful amplifiers and antennas. WiFi Range Extender or WiFi Booster eliminates the problem of dead zones and increases the WiFi coverage area in your home or office. This device only amplifies the current signal and does not alter it. It is a must have device for people facing low WiFi internet strength in their area. The device is simple to use and it is very effective in increasing WiFi range in your area.
Best Wireless Range Extenders to Buy in India
Here are best Wireless Range Extenders to increase the wireless range in your area. All these below mentioned WiFi Range Extenders support WPA/WPA2-PSK and WEP Security standards. Also all them requires wall power socket for easy plug and play operation.
TP-Link TL-WA850RE 300Mbps Wi-Fi Range Extender
TP-Link TL-WA850RE is the most popular and affordable WiFi Range Extenders available in the market today. Its maximum WiFi speed is 300Mbps which is more than enough for home and office use. It is a Universal WiFi range extender because it works with almost all WiFi Modems and WiFi Routers. It is very small in size and you can plug it in any wall socket to being working. It is a single band wifi router that operates at 2.4GHz and works very well and has good Wifi coverage or range.
This Wi-Fi Range Extender is also very easy to connect with any wireless router or modem. There are two connectivity options available: one is the traditional way by hooking it to the LAN and configure it using its software / firmware and the second is the most easiest way which is by using the WPS button in your Router / Modem. There is also an Ethernet/ LAN port which can be used to connect devices that don’t have WiFi hardware. It comes with its own Tether App for Android and iOS devices. Using this App you can manage the various features including the LED’s Control function’s Night Mode of this WiFi Range Extender from your Smartphone or Tablet.
| TP-Link TL-WA850RE 300Mbps Wi-Fi Range Extender | |
| WiFi Speed | 300Mbps |
| Antenna | 2 (Internal) |
| Range | Very Good |
| Ports | LAN port x 1 (100Mbps) |
| Features | LED’s Control function’s Night Mode, LED indicators, WPS Range Extender connectivity |
Buy TP-Link TL-WA850RE WiFi Range Extender
Netgear WN3000RP-200INS WiFi Range Extender
A nice WiFi range extender from Netgear that does what it says. The device is compact in size and has two external antennas for better coverage. It is also compatible with all wifi devices and routers. This is a 300Mbps WiFi Range Extender and is very to install. It operates at 2.4GHz frequency and comes with a RJ45 or LAN for connecting devices like Blu-ray player, game consoles, smart TV etc. Like the above Tenda device it can also be connected using WPS and using Ethernet cable. Overall a good device to extend your WiFi Range in your area.
| Netgear WN3000RP-200INS WiFi Range Extender | |
| WiFi Speed | 300Mbps |
| Antenna | 2 (External) |
| Range | Very Good |
| Ports | LAN port x 1 |
| Features | LED Indicators, WPS button |
Buy Netgear WN3000RP-200INS WiFi Range Extender
TP-Link TL-WA855RE 300Mbps Wi-Fi Range Extender
TP-Link TL-WA855RE is the big brother of TP-Link TL-WA850RE WiFi Range Extender. TP-Link TL-WA855RE is also a 300Mbps Router but has more features and is more powerful than its younger cousin. It is also a Universal WiFi Range extender and works with any Wi-Fi Router or Modem. It has two external antennas for better wireless range and coverage. This WiFi Range extender does an excellent job in eliminating dead zones from your house or building.
TP-Link TL-WA855RE support the AP or Access Point Mode using which you can create new Wi-Fi Access point. It is really a power wifi range extender and its features include LAN port, Tether App support, and power saving feature. If you are looking for high power wireless range extender then you cannot go wrong with this one.
| TP-Link TL-WA855RE 300Mbps Wi-Fi Range Extender | |
| WiFi Speed | 300Mbps |
| Antenna | 2 (external) |
| Range | Excellent |
| Ports | LAN port x 1 |
| Features | Power Schedule, AP Mode, LED indicator, Tether App, WPS |
Buy TP-Link TL-WA855RE WiFi Range Extender
Netgear AC1200 EX6120-100 WiFi Range Extender
Netgear AC1200 EX6120-100 is a high power Dual Band WiFi Range Extender from Netgear. Being a high power range extender its size is still compact. The maximum speed supported by Netgear AC1200 is 1200Mbps and it works with any WiFi Router or Modem. It operates at 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands.
The range or coverage of this WiFi Booster is excellent and it comes with two external antennas. It also features an AP mode to create a new Wifi connection. Other features include LAN port and FastLane Technology for providing blistering speed for HD Gaming and Video Streaming. It is a bit more expensive than the other WiFi Range Extenders mentioned here but if you want sheer performance and excellent coverage then look no further.
| Netgear AC1200 EX6120-100 WiFi Range Extender | |
| WiFi Speed | 1200Mbps |
| Antenna | 2 (external) |
| Range | Excellent |
| Ports | Fast Ethernet or LAN port x 1 (10/100 Mbps) |
| Features | FastLane Technology, AP Mode, LED indicators, WPS |
Netgear AC1200 EX6120-100 WiFi Range Extender
Have Queries? Then Ask
Well I have listed down all the best WiFi Range Extenders or WiFi Boosters to increase your existing WiFi range and coverage. These WiFi Range Extenders are quite affordable and are all compatible with all WiFi Routers and Modems. If you have queries regarding Wifi Range Extenders then you can ask me by leaving a comment below.
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Nice tip to increase wifi Range which is better among these 3
TP-Link TL-WA850RE is best in budget range and Netgear AC1200 EX6120 is best overall.
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I want a WiFi extender to extend to 500 meters is there any extender?please help me
I recommend Netgear AC1200 EX6120-100
I was using 300Mbps Wireless N ADSL2+ Modem Router TD-W8961N. Few days ago, i switched to Optical fibre net. Service provider has provided their own router but wifi range of new router is poor. Router is in middle flat and I am unable to run internet in upper and lower flats.
Hence, kindly let me know if i can use my old TP Link ADSL router as wifi extender so that i can run internet in all rooms of building as i was able before switching to fiber net? If yes, how? Please guide!
You can use your older ADSL router as Wireless router by connecting it to your Optical fiber modem in static / LAN mode.
I want to use my older ADSL router as wifi repeater. But how ?
Plz describe step by step?
What ADSL router do you have?
1. 300Mbps Wireless N ADSL2+ Modem Router TD-W8961N. model no is TD-W8961N
2. i contacted TP-link support team. They clarified this router can’t be used as wifi repeater but can be used as access point. To ease my problem so that u can help me easily, i’ve forwarded u their reply in email. plz check it?
The best thing you can do is to use your wireless router for LAN and WiFi. First disable the WiFi in your optical fiber modem. Now connect the TP link wireless router to the fiber modem in static mode and configure the wireless settings in the router. Now you can use your Wifi and LAN from your WiFi router.
U mean first i sud modify my old adsl router as an access point. Thereafter, i sud disable wifi of new fibre router so that wifi signal of old adsl router strengthen?
Yes, I think you got my point.
How to disable wifi of main router (fiber router)? simply switching off wifi button of main router? or i need to disable wifi from web page ?
You can do it either way but I prefer to disable in the web interface.
I am using “TEWA-500G GPON ONU” router to run fiber net. Problem is that wifi signals don’t reach in corners of the room in top floor. Will wifi repeater solve this problem? If yes, please suggest best wifi repeater such that security of network is not compromised. We have 2 storied building. Router is situated in first floor (middle flat) and wifi signal are weak in 2nd floor (top floor).
Yes, a wireless repeater can solve this issue. I think TP-Link TL-WA850RE N300 Wireless Range Extender should be good enough.
Price of TP-Link TL-WA855RE N300 is same as of WA850RE. WA850RE vs. WA855RE ? Which one is good to buy? From ur post, it seems WA855RE is more powerful than WA850RE.
Both are good but dual antennas on WA855RE can cover wider areas.
Here, local shops are suggesting to buy dsl router instead of repeater. Logic is that when we use dsl router as secondary router, it provides the same quality wifi signal as the primary router. They suggest dsl router sud be in top floor & then we sud connect both routers with lan cable. I am getting confused. Plz throw some light in this issue & suggest me the best solution.
Note: I am using a GPON CPE “TEWA-500G” router to run fiber net.
I think it is better to use a repeater for extending wireless range because of its compact size and ease of use.
Alternatively. if i prefer to buy a dual band router such that it gives wifi signal to all rooms in building, then which device i should buy?
Before switching to fiber net, I was using TP-LINK adsl router (TD-W8961N) & i never faced wifi signal issue. Once I switched to fiber net, I am compelled to use router provided by ISP & then I facing weak wifi signals in top floor of my house. Position of CPE router and old TD-W8961N router are same. We have 2.5 storied building. Router is situated in the first floor (middle flat) and wifi signals are weak in the 2nd floor (top floor).
So i am looking for router with good wifi coverage and improving internet speed as well.
I don’t think a dual-band router will help in its situation. For extended range, a wireless range extender works better.
Since old tplink TD-W8961N router was able to send wifi signals to all rooms in entire house, I expect same performance from dual band router like TP-Link AC750 (Archer C20). In case, if C20 fails to give enough wifi coverage, I can still use C20 as range extender. C20 works in 3 working modes-Router Mode, Access Point Mode, Range Extender Mode. So now plz confirm to me if buying C20 is beneficial over repeater? Price of TP-Link TL-WA855RE N300 (repeater) & dual band router C20 is same. Another query is …having more no. of antennas increase the wifi coverage? Old tplink TD-W8961N has 2 external antenna, C20 has 3 external antenna.
Well, more antennas do help in coverage but they cannot match the coverage offered by a repeater. So, it is now up to you to decide on your requirements.
& what about range extender mode vs. repeater? If I use C20 as a range extender. will it give the wifi coverage comparable to repeater (TL-WA855RE)?
Yes
To use C20 as a range extender, I need to place it in 2nd floor coz wifi singlals are weak in 2nd floor. Right? By doing so, will I in 1st floor be able to enjoy 5GHz band internet ?
Yes, place it on the 2nd floor. The 5GHz signal will be available from C20 only and you can get it on the first floor too.
What is WDS? Does this also increase wifi coverage comparable to repeater? TP-Link AC1200 Archer A6 router has more good features like MU-MIMO, Beamforming, Support One Mesh function, Gigabit WAN/LAN ports, smart roaming, wpa3, etc. Its price (INR 2200) is under my budget. It has 4 external antennas but no range external mode. It has WDS. Sud I buy A6 instead of C20?
Well, Wireless Distribution System (WDS) expands a wireless network through multiple access points. The main disadvantage is that your bandwidth will be halved and should be supported by both devices. It is up to your requirements to select the right device but I would go with the repeater.
I also think same because repeater is a dedicated device made to solve such problems specifically. However, surprising thing is that ISP guys are also suggesting to buy dsl router! That’s why I am looking dsl routers.
So amongst range extender mode, AP mode, WDS….range extender mode is best to increase wifi coverage in such situations?
I think so but it depends on the situation.
What is mesh network? Is it more powerful n efficient than repeater in terms of increasing wifi coverage? TP-Link AC1200 Archer A6 router don’t have range extender mode but it supports mesh function. To generate mesh wifi from A6, do I need to buy an extra device?
Check this for a complete explanation https://in.pcmag.com/switches/125395/wi-fi-range-extender-vs-mesh-network-whats-the-difference
Thanks for sending link. I understand mesh network is new technology & more superior to repeater. If I go with mesh network, I have two options:
1. Buy tplink A6 & again buy OneMesh range extender to create mesh wifi system.
2. Buy TP-Link Deco mesh router like M4. Here, I need to buy two m4 units. Place one M4 in first floor, another m4 in 2nd floor.
Correct me if I am wrong. If I am rt, then which option is more powerful & efficient? By price wise, option 1 is far cheaper but i want to know their comparison in performance.
I am thinking to go with TP-Link AC1200 Archer A6. To enjoy its MU-MIMO feature, how would i know if my smartphones, laptops, desktop are compatible with MU-MIMO router?
I think you have to look into their specifications.
1. There are 2 options in TP-Link AC1200 Archer A6. Version 2 & Version 3. I checked specifications n features keenly. Both are almost same but version 2 has internal antenna as well along with 4 external antennas. Version 3 has external antennas only but as its the latest one, I am confused which one i sud buy? Plz help. Price of both versions are same.
2. I will move CPE router to 2nd floor & keep A6 in 1st floor (where i live). By doing this, I will not need to buy any range extender at all. So to use A6 as secondary router , i will need long LAN cable. Which lan cable i sud buy for best performance?
Get anyone from them as both are practically the same. For LAN cable, I would suggest D-Link Cat5/Cat6 cable but make double sure that it is original as the market is filled with duplicate d-link ethernet cables.
At my location, “MICROSMART CAT6 BEEDON 7812E CMR 75C 4PR23 VERIVIED CATEGORY 6 TIA/EIA 059M” Lan cable is available. How is this brand? Is it comparable to D-Link?
Never heard of it. Can you send me the product link?
I think this brand is not available online. If I go with D-Link, how would I know it’s original lan cable? I checked on Amazon. They are not offering any warranty.
Make sure it has solid copper wires and not stranded or aluminum wires. Some cables have Copper Clad Aluminum which means it has a copper coating over aluminum wires. To check this cut the wire and check the cross-section. If it is silver in color then it is a CCA cable and you should avoid it.
Before purchasing this product (TP-Link AC1200 Archer A6 version3), I also contacted my ISP & told them my wifi coverage issue. They suggested that I buy a DSL router and use it as a secondary router. Kindly confirm to me if “TP-Link AC1200 Archer A6” is a DSL router?
TP-Link AC1200 Archer A6 is only a Wireless Router and can be used with any internet connection.
How can it work with all internet connection? Is it compatible with all Fiber net ISP? Is it compatible even with ADSL modem?
Yes, it can work with any modem, whether DSL or Fiber.
Finally, I placed an order for Tplink AC1200 Archer A6. In few days, I will get the product. To use A6 as secondary router, do I need to make changes in settings of main router? My main router to run fiber net is GPON CPE “TEWA-500G” .
I don’t think you have to change anything in your main router/modem.
I did internet connection set up in A6 successfully. Concerning the radiations from wifi, is it safe to keep router in a living room? is there any health risk if we keep wifi router in a living room or bed room?
Well, don’t place it near your bed. Also, if possible then turn off the router when you sleep at night.
I connected my desktop with A6 router using lan cable but ethernet connection shows 2.4GHz. Nor I see 5Ghz SSID to connect wirelessly. However, my smartphone easily shows 5GHz SSID. A6 and Desktop are in same room. Plz help to solve this issue?
What do mean by “I connected my desktop with A6 router using lan cable but ethernet connection shows 2.4GHz”? Also, your wireless devices should support 5GHz in order to connect to the 5GHz wireless band.
In Tp Link A6(v3) router, MU-MIMO is available in 5GHz band only. How to enable beamforming technology? I didn’t see beamforming technology mentioned anywhere in router’s web management page.
I think it is enabled by default.
After using Tplink A6(v3) for last 13 days, I find its wifi coverage is same as to my main router. Main router has 2 external antennas only. Other features like MU-MIMO, air time fairness, beamforming technology are in theory only. I didn’t feel them in performance of router! Nor internet speed has much improved in 5GHz band.