Amazon UK Now Offers the Eero Pro 6 Mesh WiFi System
The Eero Pro 6 Mesh Wi-Fi system has been available in the US for some time now, but this Amazon-owned company is now bringing its high-end mesh networking solution to the UK market.
The Eero Pro 6 joins the already popular and budget-friendly Eero 6, giving UK customers a premium option for whole-home Wi-Fi coverage.
The main difference between the Eero Pro 6 and the standard Eero 6 comes down to the wireless standard each one uses. The Eero Pro 6 supports WiFi 6, while the more affordable Eero 6 runs on Wi-Fi 5.
The Eero Pro 6 also features a tri-band setup, compared to the dual-band configuration of the Eero 6. That extra 5 GHz band makes a real difference because it adds more bandwidth for communication between nodes and connected devices, which means less congestion and faster speeds throughout your home.
Amazon says the Eero Pro 6 is ideal for UK households with gigabit internet plans. The system can handle more than 75 connected devices at the same time while maintaining fast, reliable coverage in every room.
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What New Features Does the Eero Pro 6 Bring Compared to the Previous Generation?
Here are the standout features of the Eero Pro 6:
- With WiFi 6 support, the Eero Pro 6 delivers noticeably better performance and faster speeds than its budget counterpart. This puts it in the same tier as the Netgear Orbi Mesh Wi-Fi System, one of the top mesh systems on the market.
- Coverage is generous, and the built-in ZigBee hub eliminates the need for a separate smart home bridge. A single Eero Pro 6 unit covers up to 2,000 square feet. The 3-pack system extends that to 6,000 square feet, whether you connect the nodes with cables or wirelessly.
- Amazon uses the AX4200 wireless platform in the Eero Pro 6. The speed breakdown is: 600 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band, 1,200 Mbps on one 5 GHz band (thanks to 160 MHz channel width), and 2,400 Mbps on the second 5 GHz band.
- The Eero Pro 6 includes “TrueMesh” technology, which intelligently routes network traffic to reduce drop-offs, congestion, and buffering. That means streaming 4K movies, playing online games, and video calling should all work without interruption.
- The Eero Pro 6 is backward compatible with older Eero devices, so you can mix and match units to customize and expand your home network over time.
How Easy Is It to Set Up the Eero Pro 6?
Setup is one of the Eero Pro 6’s biggest strengths. Amazon promises a quick and painless installation process through the Eero App, and based on user feedback, they deliver on that promise.
You can link your Amazon and Eero accounts, which means any smart devices you purchase through Amazon will automatically join your Wi-Fi network. They will even stay connected if you change your Wi-Fi name or password later.
The Eero app gives you full control over your network. You can pause the internet for specific devices (great for managing screen time), share network access with guests via a link, and monitor connected devices in real time.
If you use Alexa, the Eero skill lets you manage your network with voice commands through an Echo Dot or other Alexa-enabled device. You can pause the internet, find your phone, or check network status without opening the app.
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ZigBee-compatible smart home devices like smart locks, lights, plugs, and doorbells can connect directly through the Eero Pro 6 without needing a separate hub. Just add them through the Eero App and they are ready to go.
On the hardware side, every Eero Pro 6 node has two Gigabit Ethernet ports for wired connections. During initial setup, the primary node needs to be connected to your modem with an Ethernet cable, but after that, the other nodes can communicate wirelessly.
How Much Does the Eero Pro 6 Mesh Wi-Fi Kit Cost on Amazon UK?
The Eero Pro 6 is currently available on Amazon UK at the following prices:
The single-pack is priced at £229, and the three-pack costs £599. For comparison, the standard Eero is available for £79 (one-pack), the Eero 6 for £139 (one-pack), and the Eero Pro for £149 (one-pack).
Amazon also offers the Eero Secure subscription for added protection. Eero Secure gives you advanced parental controls and online security features for £2.99 per month or £29.99 per year. A premium tier that bundles Malwarebytes, 1Password, and Encrypt.me is available for £9.99 per month or £99 per year.
If the Eero Pro 6 does not match what you are looking for, there are plenty of other Wi-Fi 6 mesh systems on the market to consider. Just keep in mind that some alternatives may not offer the same level of app integration and ease of setup that Amazon provides with the Eero ecosystem.
