NETGEAR Orbi 770 Series WiFi 7 Mesh System, Add-on Satellite

I've been using the Netgear Orbi 770 (2-pack) for a few months now in my home, and it's been a game-changer Setup was straightforward through the Orbi app; it took maybe 15-20 minutes to get everything synced and running. Coverage is impressive, reaching every corner of our house (including the backyard) with strong, consistent signals — no more dead zones like with our old router. What really stands out is the network speed and the ports. The 2.5 Gig internet port (WAN) and the multiple 2.5G LAN ports on the router and satellites work great. I have a multi-gig internet connection. Devices plugged into the satellites maintain excellent throughput too, even over wireless backhaul. The ports deliver reliable, multi-gig performance that matches what | expected from a WiFi 7 system. Wireless speeds are solid as well-up to 11 Gops total rated, and in real-world use, I see great results on WiFi 7-compatible devices (often 1-2 Gops close-range). The tri-band setup with MLO helps keep things smooth even with dozens of devices connected. Overall, highly recommend the Orbi 770 if you're looking to future-proof your network. It's not the cheapest, but the performance, especially those fast 2.5G ports and whole-home coverage, make it worth it. 5 stars!

First of all - amazing help by phone provided by Sahil with Netgear/Orbi support! And - everything works perfectly! This is my first time using a separate cable modem with A router and mesh system, but I am so glad that I did. My video calls/meetings are so much clearer, don't freeze anymore and transmit without delays now. Easy to set up, use and the app makes it even easier! It is asthetically pleasing with great signal strength throughout my home and yard. I really appreciate the separate band for Internet of Things (IoT)!

Very easy to set up, especially with the mobile app. The Netgear family of routers and mesh systems always provides a great balance between easy setup and general functionality with advanced features and capabiliites such as VPN and access control. This is my fifth Netgear router purchase and my third Netgear mesh system installation. I see a considerable improvement in speed, range, and stability with the 770 system.

We had a Netgear Orbi RBR50v2 for years and it was time to get a new router. Since we didn't have issues with the Orbi RBR50v2 we decided to continue using Netgear for our wifi needs. We went with the Netgear Orbi 770. When it arrived I set it up as usual and it seemed to be fairly straight forward. I could still use the same app I always used since the router was by the same company so that was nice. I was already familiar with the UI of the app. After some usual hiccups like WPA2/3 compatibility issues with certain devices, we managed to get it up and running. Not long after, the disconnections started to happen. At first I thought it needed to be reset. So I did that and it seemed ok after each time I did this but it would keep returning. So then I looked into firmware updates. I tried looking into other things like the distance between the router and the satellites. I tried EVERYTHING. I'm fairly tech savvy and am usually able to figure out how to get things up and running for the most part. I read forums like Reddit with people have similar issues and also they were throwing out all kinds of things to try. Even downgrading the firmware. Eventually, I told myself, if I have to jump through this many hoops just to get this stupid router to work while paying an arm and leg for it, this router isn't cheap, I really don't feel like it's fair to the consumer to have to go through all of this misery and so I decided to return the item. I went with the Eero 7 Pro and never looked back. The Eero 7 Pro was SO MUCH EASIER to set up, it was like a night and day difference. I was completely blown away by how simple it was. Not to mention how good the connection has been since setting it up. I never once experienced a drop connection again. I don't know what happened with Netgear but I am no longer bringing their routers into my home ever again. From here on out its going to be Eero all the way. Thank you Eero for creating such an awesome product and Netgear, you have a lot of work to do if you want to stay relevant in the wifi market. Such a big disappointment. Hope this review helps you out and thanks for reading.

The Netgear Orbi 770 is, without a doubt, a powerhouse of a mesh Wi-Fi system once it's up and running. I’m giving it a strong 4 out of 5 stars because the day-to-day performance is exceptional, but I have to deduct a star for the significant frustration encountered during the initial setup phase. The Good: Unmatched Coverage and Speed The reason to buy this system is the coverage. The Orbi 770 blankets my entire home (including some tricky dead spots in the garage and basement) with reliable, fast Wi-Fi. The dedicated backhaul link ensures that the satellite units maintain excellent speed, meaning I get near-full broadband speeds even on the farthest node. Since the initial issues were resolved, the system has been rock-solid stable, requiring zero reboots or attention—it just works. For seamless streaming, WFH video calls, and gaming across a large area, the Orbi 770 is easily one of the best mesh systems available. The Challenge: Getting Started My main critique centers on the setup process. Despite following the app-based instructions precisely, the system struggled to reliably detect and pair the satellites on the first few attempts. I ran into multiple communication errors and had to perform factory resets and restarts on the modem, router, and satellites several times. It took far longer than expected—nearly an hour—to get all units synchronized and configured correctly. This initial troubleshooting period was frustrating and not what I expected from a premium, high-end product. Verdict If you are comfortable with technology and can stomach a potentially bumpy initial setup, the Netgear Orbi 770 is a phenomenal investment for comprehensive home coverage and speed. Once you clear that first hurdle, you’ll be rewarded with a fast, stable, and highly capable mesh network.

We got this to replace an older 4-puck Google mesh system that struggled to cover a 3-floor, ~4000 sq foot house. We recently had gigabit fiber installed, but we were still only getting 50-100 mbps in my wife's office upstairs, even with her PC directly connected to one of the satellites with an ethernet cable. The replacement process shouldn't have taken very long, but it's so fool-proof that I screwed up a little and cost some ~20 extra minutes. Both systems allow you to have a main/admin network and also set up a guest network. All of our devices connected to the old guest network, and I wanted to keep the name and password the same so they would automatically re-connect. There are NO instructions that come with the Orbi, just a QR code to get the app that tells you how to set the system up. It's easy, but it doesn't tell you that you're setting up an admin network first. It's not until you're up and running that it gives you the option to run a guest network. Once I saw that, I had to rename the admin network, which took the system like 5 minutes. Since I wasn't interacting with it, it assumed I had a problem and kept giving me a "Report Problem" popup. After renaming the admin network, I created the Guest network using the same name and PW as the old one. That process also took 5+ minutes, with all the popups. But it worked. The only other hitch was that our older Blink cameras couldn't talk to the Orbi. Gemini was able to walk me through the process of setting up the Orbi IoT network that can talk to 2.4 Ghz devices. It took about 10 minutes of resetting and restarting the Blink hub before everything got working again. All told, everything's working, and working well. My wife's PC is now getting over 900 mbps hardwired to a satellite, and our mobile devices are getting over 300-500 mbps even through a floor and over a room or two.

Easy setup and great performance. Signal strength improved and streaming no longer delayed. The same app is used so there was no change or anything new to learn.

I started with a different brand that had more to offer in terms of speed and features, but it failed to deliver. Devices would randomly lose connection. I returned those and replaced with the Orbi 770 system. Although I wish it had more features, it delivers in reliability and quality of connection. The system has delivered consistent high speeds within the limits of my ISP plan, which is no where near the limits of the Orbi 770 system. In terms of setup, I've learned to disable my phone eSIM prior to setting up new wifi devices, which I highly recommend so your phone doesn't try to reach a usable internet connection while setting up your network. Having said that, the setup was very simple and easy. I didn't have any issues. Satellites take longer to connect than I would have thought, but they did connect without issues and continue to work fine. I wish it had more features for the money, like device prioritization, but it works very well and I haven't had a single issue. I recommend if someone is looking for a reliable mesh package that is basically a 'set it and forget it' system.

Excelente producto.