New WiFi 7 Routers from eero, W/ Matter and Thread

Amazon has announced an expansion of its eero Wi-Fi 7 range with the introduction of the eero 7 and eero Pro 7. The eero 7 offers multi-gigabit speeds at a lower price point, while the eero Pro 7 is designed for high-performance networks requiring greater bandwidth. These devices incorporate eero’s TrueMesh, TrueRoam, and TrueChannel networking technologies alongside Wi-Fi 7 capabilities to enhance overall Wi-Fi performance, reliability, and latency, even in complex network environments.

What’s relevant to many viewer at HomeKit News is that this new range also offers Matter (as a Matter Controller) and Thread support, via a built-in Thread Border Router.

eero 7 is a dual-band router supporting 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, offering wireless speeds of up to 1.8 Gbps and wired speeds of up to 2.3 Gbps via its two 2.5 GbE ports. It is designed for everyday internet use, such as streaming, studying, and remote working, in a compact form factor suitable for bookshelves, entertainment centres, or desks.

A single unit covers up to 2,000 square feet, a two-pack covers up to 4,000 square feet, and a three-pack extends coverage to 6,000 square feet. Multiple eero devices can be linked for broader coverage.

eero Pro 7 is intended for users requiring higher bandwidth, such as households with multiple people streaming, gaming, or working from home. It is a tri-band system supporting 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz, providing greater capacity and minimising network congestion. It delivers wireless speeds of up to 3.9 Gbps and wired speeds of up to 4.7 Gbps through its two 5 GbE ports, making it suitable for multi-gigabit internet connections.

It features a fanless design similar to the eero Max 7, ensuring quiet operation and reduced dust accumulation. A single unit covers up to 2,000 square feet and supports 200 devices, while a two-pack extends coverage to 4,000 square feet and over 400 devices, and a three-pack up to 6,000 square feet and over 600 devices.

FEATURES

• Ease of Use: The eero app allows quick setup and easy network management, including internet pausing, device monitoring, and guest access. Recent updates have improved navigation and usability.
• Exclusive eero Technologies: TrueMesh automatically routes data for optimal performance, TrueRoam ensures seamless connectivity when moving through a space, and TrueChannel selects the best channel to improve network stability.
• Security: eero devices include WPA3 security, automatic updates for security patches and feature enhancements, and encryption protocols.
• Compatibility: The Wi-Fi 7 range is backward compatible with previous eero models, allowing easy network upgrades or expansions.
• Wi-Fi 7 Capabilities: Features include Multi-Link Operation (enabling connections across multiple bands and channels), Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access (allowing more devices to communicate simultaneously), and 4K-QAM (improving data transmission efficiency).
• Smart Home Integration: eero 7 and Pro 7 function as smart home hubs, supporting Matter, Thread, and Zigbee devices. They enable Matter setup via Alexa and act as Thread Border Routers.
• eero Plus: An optional subscription service providing advanced security features, parental controls, internet backup during outages, and access to security apps such as 1Password, Malwarebytes, and Guardian VPN.
• Customer Support: eero offers customer assistance via phone or email seven days a week.

PRICING | AVAILABILITY

eero 7 and Pro 7 are available for pre-order. From 26th February, the eero Pro 7 will be priced at US$299.99 (single unit), US$549.99 (two-pack), and US$699.99 (three-pack). The eero 7 will cost US$169.99 (single unit), US$279.99 (two-pack), and US$349.99 (three-pack). They will be available through eero.com, Amazon, major retailers such as Best Buy, and select internet service providers in the US, UK, Italy, France, Germany, and Spain. Availability in Canada begins on 26th March, with Australia and Japan to follow later in the year.