Best Wi-Fi extenders of 2019: top devices for boosting your WiFi network

The best Wi-Fi extenders will ensure that your wireless network reaches every nook and cranny of your home or office, especially if you’re trying to cover a substantial space. In this list you'll discover the very best Wi-Fi extenders that have the sole purpose of boosting your Wi-Fi network, guaranteeing that your devices can securely and reliably connect to the internet.

The best Wi-Fi extenders can make such a huge difference if you find your devices hobbled from slow network connections – or even dropped connections, at that – without you needing to drop a fortune on routing network cables through your property.

Wi-Fi extenders function by covering anywhere the Wi-Fi network starts to break down. They connect to the original network and then extend the signal so that you have more wireless coverage.

The best Wi-Fi extenders we listed are worth looking into for anyone who lives or works in a large building or space, as you’ll find that your Wi-Fi network can get weak – or disappear entirely – in the furthest corners of the building.

If you want to super-charge your Wi-Fi network, check out our list of the best Wi-Fi extenders you can get in 2019.

Wanting to expand your network coverage and get network-based cybersecurity as well? The Plume Superpods will do the job, though they don’t come cheap. You see, the Plume SuperPods act as one of the best Wi-Fi extenders right out of the box. But perhaps more significantly, they also come with a subscription service to protect your network from cyber attacks, as well as remove ads from the internet. But, even if you don’t care about that extra software, the exceptional performance is more than enough to make this Wi-Fi extender worth your consideration at the very least.

Read the full review: Plume SuperPods

Over the last few years, Netgear has basically turned itself into a household name in the networking world. And, they’ve put their extensive expertise to great use with their AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender EX6150. This superb extender is a simple device that you can inconspicuously plug right into any electrical outlet, and definitely has our vote for one of the best Wifi extenders in 2019. As an added bonus, the EX6150 boasts fast and easy installation, free of any hassling installation software. Just follow the easy-to-read instructions and you’ll have fast and reliable Wi-Fi covering the entire home or office.

D-Link's Wi-Fi Dual Band Range Extender (DAP-1520) is small and discreet, so that while it offers exceedingly robust performance, boosting your Wi-Fi network throughout your home or office, it’s also almost undetectable to anyone who isn’t explicitly searching for it.

The unassuming design does come with some inherent flaws, however. For one, it doesn’t have an Ethernet port for extending a wired connection. Also, unlike some of the other best Wi-Fi extenders, the antennae are internal, and while that does allow it to disappear into the background, it does mean range is a bit more limited. Despite these, it is still one of the best Wi-Fi extenders 2019 has to offer.

TP-Link is a Chinese networking company that has been steadily gaining popularity in the west, and with good reason. With devices like the TP-Link RE350 AC1200 Wi-Fi Range extender, it’s easy to understand why: this extender – among the best Wi-Fi extenders you’ll find at the moment – does the job well, and it’s cheap. It’s not going to be the fastest Wi-Fi extender out there, but with the range this extender offers at the price it’s available at, it’s a steal. Finally, thanks to an LED signal indicator on the front, installation is a breeze.

The Linksys RE6500 AC1200 is yet another Wi-Fi extender resembling a router. This sturdier design lets Linksys include four gigabit Ethernet ports, which essentially empowers you to expand your network to internet-connected devices that require an ethernet connection. It also has an audio output jack so it can connect to an audio system, allowing you to stream digital music from your PC to your audio receiver. This is a pretty robust and versatile device, and one of the best Wi-Fi extenders for the money.

If you’re wanting a reasonably cheap way to beef up your Wi-Fi network, and you’re ok with compromising a little on performance and features, then the D-Link DAP-1320 Wireless N300 Range Extender might just be one of the best Wi-Fi extenders for you.

This petite device comes without any Ethernet ports, and it doesn't feature dual bands or 802.11ac, which is currently the fastest form of Wi-Fi. However, it is designed well and is made to last. And best of all, it's a quick, easy and cheap way of boosting your Wi-Fi network as long as you don’t expect too much network traffic.

• This product is only available in the US and UK at the time of writing. Australian readers: check out a fine alternative in the TP-Link RE350 

The Linksys Velop provides a solid argument for a wireless mesh network’s ease of setup. Seeking to replace both your router and your now-antiquated range extender, the Velop comes at a time when companies like Google and Netgear are trying to accomplish the same thing. The main way Linksys hopes to stand out from its competitors in the wireless mesh networking space is with a user-friendly setup that anyone with a smartphone can easily do. With just a visit to the App Store or Google Play marketplace, you’ll have the Linksys Velop up and running in a matter of minutes. It's certainly a worthy addition to our list of the best Wi-Fi extenders in 2019.

Read the full review: Linksys Velop

If you need a fantastic way to upgrade your network so you can have great coverage anywhere in your house, a powerline adapter is a remarkable option. Not only do they offer the same functionality as the best Wi-Fi extenders, but the Trendnet Wi-Fi Everywhere Powerline might just be a dream come true.

It’s not exactly visually pleasing, and the price tag might be a bit much. However, this unit more than makes up for those issues with sheer performance. And, unlike other powerline adapters, the Trendnet Wi-Fi Everywhere features a clone button that will clone the SSID and WPA key of your network so that it can double as a Wi-Fi extender.

Read the full review: Trendnet Wi-Fi Everywhere powerline 1200 AV2 

• This product is only available in the US and UK at the time of writing. Australian readers: check out a fine alternative in the Linksys Velop 

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