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Top 10 Best Wifi Extenders 2017

Even if you have home internet service from one of the top providers around, you may not have a good signal in all areas of your home. A WiFi extender can boost your signal and help you use your laptop and other electronic devices in every room and even outside too. If you have your wireless router in one room, you may have issues getting a signal on the other side of your home. Using one of the top 10 best WiFi extenders can increase your signal and eliminate problems caused by size or space limitations.

1. NETGEAR N300 Wi-Fi Range Extender

Some extenders require more space, but this compact model from NETGEAR reduces space. It works with any outlet and features an adjustable antenna that lets you boost the wireless signal in seconds. It also comes with an Ethernet port that you can use for connecting to your router or modem. As it works with all models of gateways and routers, you can even use this model at work or in a hotel room while traveling for work.

2. TP-LINK N300 Wi-Fi Range Extender

With two antennas and a plug-in design, this WiFi signal booster is perfect for homes with multiple electronic users. Once you plug it into a wall outlet, you can get a better signal for using your cell phone, tablet, computer and other devices. Its external antennas do a great job of detecting a wireless signal and then boosting that signal to reach every room in your home and some outdoor spaces too.

3. Ubiquiti UniFI AP Outdoor+ Wi-Fi 802.11

This unique WiFi signal booster comes with everything you need for set up and installation. You’ll get a power adapter that plugs into the wall and a mounting bracket that lets you mount it on any wall. Designed for outdoor use, this booster lets you enjoy shopping, surfing the web and chatting with friends, even if your wireless signal doesn’t usually reach outside. It uses two antennas to powerfully boost your signal to multiple areas.

4. TP-LINK AC1900 Desktop Wi-Fi Range Extender w/ Touchscreen Interface

Setting up and using this model is easy because it comes with a touchscreen interface. One touch of a button lets you reboot the entire system, run a systems check or make basic changes. You can also set up an administrator password to block others from making changes and to keep others from using the signal boosted by the device. It also has Ethernet ports for using the booster with a gaming console or a smart television.

5. MSRM US300 300Mbps Wireless-N WiFi Range Extender

Save more space with this WiFi booster, which uses just one outlet. Three lights on the front let you know when the device has power, when it uses a WiFi signal and when you can connect to the internet. It also features a small button on the very bottom that you can press and hold to restart the booster after a power outage. While it works with computers, it also works with cell phones and other devices too.

6. TP-LINK AC1200 Wi-Fi Range Extender w/ Gigabit Ethernet Port

Though it might look like something from the future, this WiFi booster provides big benefits today. Its three antennas nearly automatically detect wireless signals and then boost those signals for users in your home, but you can also use the Ethernet port on the side to connect other devices to the booster. This booster works with devices from top manufacturers that use different operating systems, including Windows 98SE or higher and Linux.

7. DHMXDC 300Mbps Multi-function Mini Wireless-N WiFi Range Extender Signal Booster

The five different modes on this model make it one of the most useful signal boosters around. It has a default wireless mode, a repeater mode, client mode, WISP client router mode and access point mode. Its multiple antennas find even the lowest of wireless signals and then boosts those signals to reach every spot in even the largest of homes. It also offers network protection to keep neighbors and others from using your signal.

8. MSRM US302 Wi-Fi Range Extender 300Mbps Wireless WiFi Booster

With 360-degree coverage, this wireless signal booster sends out an amplified signal in all directions to reach rooms on your second floor and your basement too. It comes with a software wizard that walks you through all the installation steps and helps you get the device up and running quickly. The wireless router mode instantly sets up a new wireless access point for devices, but you can also use the repeater or access point modes.

9. ACLUXS Wireless Wi-Fi Range Extender(300 Mbps),Wireless Home Router

The five modes on this WiFi extender let you get more out of your booster and let you make changes and adjustments based on your home or family. A WPS button on one side lets you instantly turn on the booster and connect it to any device, but you can also configure the device for your exact needs. As it provides speeds of up to 300Mbps, this booster is suitable for use with smart televisions, computers and other electronics.

10. MSRM US750 Dual Band Wi-Fi Range Extender

Compatible with modems and routers from all major manufacturers, this WiFi signal booster will work now and when you make changes to your network in the future. It works with all outlets and can actually send signals right through the walls to ensure that every room has access to the internet. It uses two WiFi bands to increase your speeds to more than 700Mbps for faster streaming of films and improved game play.

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