How do I improve WiFi coverage?
If your WiFi signal is weak in certain rooms, drops out, or slows down when many devices are online, there are several simple ways to improve coverage and stability. With eero mesh WiFi, multiple devices work together to provide more even coverage throughout the home.
1. Move your main eero to a better location
Placement has a big impact on WiFi performance.
For best results:
- place your main eero in an open area
- keep it centrally located if possible
- place it on a shelf or table
- avoid hiding it inside cabinets or behind TVs
Also avoid placing it near:
- thick concrete or brick walls
- large metal objects
- electrical cabinets
- microwaves or other electronics that may cause interference
2. Add more eero devices
Large homes or multi-floor homes may need more than one eero.
Mesh WiFi works by having multiple eero devices work together as one network to improve coverage throughout the home. eero’s TrueMesh technology automatically routes traffic through the best available path to avoid congestion and weak signals.
Additional eeros can help with:
- large homes
- basements or garages
- many smart home devices
- heavy streaming or gaming
- home offices
3. Keep proper spacing between eeros
Your eeros need to be close enough to maintain a strong connection with each other.
Good guidelines:
- place one eero on each floor
- avoid placing units too far apart
- test different placements if signal quality is weak
If an eero is too far away from the main unit, speeds and stability may decrease.
4. Restart your network equipment
If your WiFi has been unstable for a while, try:
- restarting your modem/fiber box
- restarting your eero devices
This often fixes temporary connection issues.
5. Check how many devices are connected
A large number of connected devices can impact performance, especially when:
- multiple people are streaming video
- gaming online
- using video calls
- connecting many smart home devices
eero is designed to support many devices at once, but larger homes may still benefit from additional eeros for better coverage.
6. Use Ethernet when possible
For devices that need the most stable connection, such as:
- gaming PCs
- smart TVs
- home office setups
… a wired Ethernet connection may perform better than WiFi.
FAQ
Why is WiFi good near the router but weak elsewhere?
This usually means the signal is not reaching the entire home properly. Moving your eero or adding another unit can help.
Will faster internet improve my WiFi coverage?
Not always. If the issue is signal strength or coverage inside the home, better placement or additional eeros are usually more important.
How many eeros do I need?
It depends on your home size, layout, number of floors, and how many devices are connected.