Linksys made an excellent mesh WiFi system, but it's one of the most expensive, too

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Linksys wasn't going to let competition like Netgear or even startups like Eero enjoy all the mesh WiFi system fun, so it made its own, called Velop. 

The Velop is best used as a "system," where you have several units placed throughout your home to deliver a fast WiFi signal wherever you are.

It sounds like a regular WiFi extender could do the same thing, but the Velop is much better. For one, the Velop doesn't need you to manually switch over your devices to a new band, or even to one of the satellite extender nodes. Everything is done automatically, which means you can roam around your house without worrying about switching connections. 

The Velop excels as a mesh WiFi system, but so do the others systems out there. So while the Velop impresses with its performance, its comparatively high price tag might make it less tempting. 

I tested the $500 three-pack Linksys Velop system for my 2,800 square foot home. Here's how it fared:

The Velop comes in a simple, well presented package like most recent mesh WiFi systems.

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Each Velop "node" is identical. As far as mesh WiFi routers go, the Velop certainly has one of the best designs. It's sleek and not too large.

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And like most mesh WiFi systems, it's incredibly easy to set up using your mobile device and the Linksys app. I value simplicity when it comes to mesh WiFi setups, and my preference leans towards setting up through a mobile app rather than using a web browser.

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