Whether at home or in an apartment, there is always that room in which the internet arrives weaker or even not at all, either because of the distance from the router or even by the interference of some external item. And if that signal that doesn’t arrive is in the bedroom, it’s even worse. can’t watch streamingthe sign wi-fi do cell does not work and use the notebook then, no way.
But a problem like this is simple to solve, just use a wifi signal repeater. The equipment expands the range of the router by taking the signal to rooms where it is not very intense or does not reach.
In general, these devices are easy to find on the market, have several brands and models to choose from, and are very easy to install — you can install them yourself, just follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Their value is also affordable, and you can find models for less than R$100.
But before going out buying a repeater, understand a little more about the device.
What is it for?
A wifi repeater basically serves to repeat the wireless signal of an internet network that you have at home or in the office. The functionality of this equipment is very simple: it receives the signal generated by the router and amplifies it, causing the network to reach a larger area than the one generated without its use.
Difference between router and repeater
Despite having different functions, many people confuse the router with the repeater.
To explain: the router has the function of transmitting the internet signal coming from the network to devices such as computers, notebooks and smartphones. The repeater takes this signal from the router and increases its range.
Router and repeater have to be the same brand?
The answer is no. As the shared signal follows a standard, there is no need for the equipment to be of the same brand to work. However, some manufacturers guarantee that using a router and repeater of the same brand helps to increase the performance of the equipment.
Check out some repeater options for your home below.
Repeater Expander – TP-Link
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Price: BRL 119.90*
The repeater is plugged in and doesn’t take up much space (15.8 cm). It can be used as a wireless adapter for wired devices, according to the manufacturer. The device operates in the 2.4 GHz band and transfers data at a maximum speed of 300 Mbps. It has a Fast Ethernet connection standard — it supports speeds of up to 100 Mbps depending on the router signal.
Xiaomi Pro Repeater – Xiaomi
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Price: from BRL 69.06*
This model has two antennas that offer greater coverage and better performance, according to the manufacturer. It has a capacity of 300 Mbps and an operating frequency of up to 2.4 GHz. The machine supports up to 64 connected devices. To configure it, just install the app Xiaomi Mi WiFi on mobile and do the configuration. He is small (10 cm) and discreet.
Repetidor Wi-Fi AC1200 – TP-Link
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Price: BRL 294.82*
The repeater has two external antennas that help in the propagation of the Wi-Fi signal. It operates in the 2.4 GHz (300 Mbps) and 5 GHz (867 Mbps) bands, which, according to the manufacturer, guarantees a more stable wireless connection. It has programmed operation and MIMO technology, which allows you to connect multiple devices at the same time without losing signal quality.
Wireless Repeater IWE 3000N – Intelbras
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Price: BRL 149.00*
The repeater is plugged into the outlet. It operates on the 2.4 GHz band and promises data transfer speed over the network of up to 300 Mbps. Its installation and management can be done by the computer, smartphone or tablet. It features MIMO technology, which allows multiple devices to be connected simultaneously without interfering with signal quality.
Xiaomi Mi WiFi Extender Pro – Xiaomi
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Price: from BRL 86.70*
The model has two antennas that offer greater coverage and better performance. According to the manufacturer, this range can increase from 80 m² to 150 m². It has a capacity of 300 Mbps and an operating frequency of up to 2.4 GHz. Supports various connected devices without losing signal quality. To configure it, just install the Xiaomi Mi WiFi app on your phone.
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*Prices and listing were checked on July 6, 2022 to update this story. It may be that they vary over time.
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