If you’ve ever experienced a slow Wi-Fi connection, you know how frustrating that can be. One way to make sure you have fast internet throughout all areas of your home is by making the switch to a mesh Wi-Fi system.
Our team at ClarkDeals.com has been posting the best prices on mesh routers since 2016, and I’ve taken a look back to see when and where those deals were found.
I’ve also scanned the current prices available online for the most affordable mesh Wi-Fi systems to help you decide when and where to make your purchase.
Past deals shows that Amazon, Woot, Best Buy and Costco are great places to shop for a mesh router. You’ll likely see deals around April, toward the end of summer and during Black Friday.
In this article, I’ll cover in detail how to find the best time and place to purchase a mesh Wi-Fi router system for your home.
What Is Mesh Wi-Fi?
Before you decide to buy a mesh router, make sure it’s something you need.
If you have a bigger home or frequently experience Wi-Fi dead spots throughout the house, it may be worth the initial investment to make the switch. If not, you may be able to save more by sticking to a traditional router.
Mesh routers are excellent for preventing dead spaces in your home when it comes to wireless connections by providing a signal from several points throughout your house.
For that reason, you’ll most likely find bundle packages for mesh routers with two or three routers included.
How many routers you’ll need depends on the square footage of your home. Money expert Clark Howard says that most homes in the United States need three. “You know you’re at a really sweet spot when you can get a pack of three for $150,” he says.
To learn more, check out how one member of Team Clark drastically improved the Wi-Fi signal in his home using mesh routers.
Where To Buy a Mesh Router
The best way to save money is by knowing where to shop and to compare prices across the web before making your final purchase.
Since 2016, here’s where Clark Deals has found some of the best deals on mesh routers:
Most of the deals we’ve found were at Amazon. We’ve also seen a few great sales on mesh routers at Best Buy and Costco. You may be able to swing a great one-day-only deal online at Woot, but you’ll need to watch for those.
Before deciding where to shop, be sure to compare prices across the board. I looked at the prices on a few popular mesh Wi-Fi options on February 8, 2023, and here’s what I found:
| Amazon | Best Buy | Next Best Prices | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netgear Orbi, 2-pack | $138 | $199.99 | Walmart - $150 |
| Google WiFi system, 3-pack | $148.98 | $199.99 | Google - $199.99 |
| Linksys Velop, 3-pack | $219 | $219.99 | Walmart - $219.83 Linksys - $399.99 |
| Eero mesh Wifi, 3-pack | $169.99 | $84.99 | Walmart - $149.95 eBay - $99.99 |
Clearly, Amazon and Best Buy offer some of the most competitive prices on great starter mesh Wi-Fi systems, but they don’t always offer the lowest prices. For this reason, it’s important to comparison shop.
You also may find a good price at other popular retailers such as Walmart, Target and Staples. Technology stores like Dell and Micro Center can also offer competitive rates. You can typically find a better deal at these stores than directly from a company’s website.
Still, always comparison shop with a tool like Google Shopping before making your final purchase.
When To Buy a Mesh Router
As wireless mesh routers have started increasing in popularity, Clark Deals has been seeing more deals, discounts and promotions on these systems throughout the year.
Here’s when we’ve seen the best deals over the past few years:
Amazon Prime Day in July and back-to-school season through August and September are both great times to look for deals on electronics. Also, be sure to keep an eye out for sales and deals during Black Friday and the holiday season. If you’re shopping earlier in the year, we’ve also seen quite a few deals posted in April.
Since we’ve posted only around 65 deals on mesh routers since 2016, I decided to check the price history of a few mesh Wi-Fi systems at Camelcamelcamel. Using a tool such as Camelcamelcamel is a great way to determine when you’re most likely to see markdowns and discounts throughout the year.
Here’s the price history for a few of the same examples included in the price comparison above:
Google Wi-Fi System, 3-pack
Over the past year, the lowest price of the year for this mesh Wi-Fi system was available directly from Amazon in January. However, the price at the time of writing from a third-party seller in new condition is a pretty great deal. Last year, the prices on this system started dropping around August, which is a great time to shop for new technology since you’ll find many back-to-school and end-of-summer sales.
Netgear Orbi, 2-pack
For this system, the prices began dropping significantly around November. Black Friday is a great time to start shopping for deals on technology. As you can see, many of these deals are still available through the beginning of the year. Notice that the price rises and drops quite often, especially just before Amazon Prime Day in July, so keep an eye out before making your purchase. However, based on last year’s data, the price at the time of writing for this system was pretty great!
Amazon eero, 3-pack
The lowest price for the Amazon eero 3-pack in the past year has been $152, which is $18 off the current price. While this deal hasn’t been available since June, it could pop back up around Black Friday. However, this is one instance where comparison shopping could really pay off- at the time of writing, I found the same system available at Best Buy for $84.99!
Even though Camelcamelcamel’s price history is only available for Amazon.com, you can expect to see similar trends from competitors around the same times of the year. You’re most likely to find great prices during April, July, August and September as well as holiday pricing in November.
Take the time to watch prices, do your research and make the best selection.
Final Thoughts
If you’ve decided that a mesh router system may be worth the investment for your home, taking the time to plan out the switch can help you save big in the long run.
When it comes to shopping online, check the prices at stores like Amazon and Best Buy. Woot has offered great one-day deals in the past. Also, be sure to check Sam’s Club and Costco if you’re a member.
Expect to see the most deals during April, July, August and September in addition to Black Friday and holiday sales.
As always, just be sure to price compare before making our final purchase to avoid missing out on a better deal!
More Ways To Save
- Check for online deals, promo codes and rebates. With mesh routers, you’re likely to find great starter bundles for discounted prices during holidays.
- Know what you need to cover your home and don’t overbuy. You may not need to splurge for the latest model or biggest option in order to get good coverage.
Do you have mesh Wi-Fi in your home? When and where did you buy it? Let us know in the Clark.com Community!
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