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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£45
  • Avg. price in US: ~$60
  • Wi-Fi version: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Wi-Fi speed: 1200 Mbps
  • Coverage area: ?

Netgear EX6120 review. Compare 63 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among wi-fi extenders and if it is worth buying.

5.5

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the Wi-Fi extender's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to spot the best Wi‑Fi extenders overall.

Score components:

80.0%

4.9

Technical Score

20.0%

8.3

User score

Good
4.9

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the Wi-Fi extender's technical performance, covering eight key areas: speed, coverage, signal stability, connectivity, Ethernet features, mesh support, ease of setup, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare Wi‑Fi extenders based on speed, coverage, ports, and wireless features.

Score components:

40.0%

4.0

Wi-Fi Performance

30.0%

4.1

Network & Security

12.0%

8.7

Setup & Management

10.0%

5.2

Hardware & Deployment

8.0%

5.5

Ports

Poor
8.3

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the Wi-Fi extender.

When it matters: When you want to know how a Wi‑Fi extender performs in daily use and how reliably it maintains a stable connection over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

7.6

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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Excellent
  • 5.2
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    4.0

    Wi-Fi speed

    30.0%

    1.0

    QoS support

    20.0%

    10

    Ethernet backhaul

    15.0%

    10

    N. of LAN ports

  • 9.1
    Travel

    Score components:

    45.0%

    10

    Weight

    30.0%

    10

    Portable design

    15.0%

    4.0

    Wi-Fi speed

    10.0%

    10

    Access Point mode

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Verdict

The Netgear EX6120 is a compact, wall-plug AC1200 dual-band Wi-Fi extender designed to cover up to 1,200 square feet and support up to 20 devices. It utilizes 802.11ac technology to deliver combined speeds up to 1,200 Mbps (300 Mbps on 2.4GHz and 900 Mbps on 5GHz) and features dual external antennas for improved signal reach. Key advantages include a simple WPS push-button setup, a 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet port for connecting wired devices, and FastLane technology that uses both bands to create a single high-speed connection for streaming or gaming. However, notable drawbacks include its outdated 100 Mbps Ethernet port which limits wired speeds, the lack of modern MU-MIMO or beamforming technologies, and performance reports suggesting it is better suited for filling small dead spots rather than providing high-throughput across large areas.

Technical Specifications of Netgear EX6120

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the Wi-Fi extender's technical performance, covering eight key areas: speed, coverage, signal stability, connectivity, Ethernet features, mesh support, ease of setup, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare Wi‑Fi extenders based on speed, coverage, ports, and wireless features.

Score components:

40.0%

4.0

Wi-Fi Performance

30.0%

4.1

Network & Security

12.0%

8.7

Setup & Management

10.0%

5.2

Hardware & Deployment

8.0%

5.5

Ports

4.9
Netgear EX6120 has a technical score of 4.85 points, which is lower than 84.3% of Wi-Fi extenders.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the Wi-Fi extender.

When it matters: When you want to know how a Wi‑Fi extender performs in daily use and how reliably it maintains a stable connection over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

7.6

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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8.3
Netgear EX6120 has a user score of 8.31 points, which is higher than 52% of Wi-Fi extenders.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the Wi-Fi extender.
When it matters: When you prefer to buy a Wi‑Fi extender that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
10
Netgear EX6120 has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 49% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the Wi-Fi extender's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a Wi‑Fi extender with a good balance between performance and price.

Score components:

60.0%

5.5

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.9
Netgear EX6120 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.9 points, which is lower than 78.4% of products in this category.
Wi-Fi version
What it is: The Wi‑Fi generation the extender supports, such as Wi‑Fi 5, Wi‑Fi 6, or Wi‑Fi 6E.
When it matters: When you want the extender to work well with newer routers and support modern wireless features.

Importance: HIGH

Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Netgear EX6120 supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), more advanced than 9.8% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 44.1% of Wi-Fi extenders.
Wi-Fi bands
What it is: The wireless frequency bands the extender can use.
When it matters: When your router and devices depend on support for the right Wi‑Fi bands.

Importance: HIGH

Dual-band
Netgear EX6120 supports Dual-band, more versatile than 10.8% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 74.5% of Wi-Fi extenders.
6 GHz band support
What it is: Whether the extender can operate on the 6 GHz band.
When it matters: When you want the extender to work well with newer routers and support modern wireless features.

Importance: LOW

no
Netgear EX6120 does not support the 6 GHz band. 5.9% of Wi-Fi extenders support the 6 GHz band.
Wi-Fi speed
What it is: The combined theoretical maximum wireless speed across the supported bands.
When it matters: When you need better speed and signal strength in rooms that are harder to reach.

Importance: HIGH

1,200 Mbps
Netgear EX6120 reaches 1200 Mbps Wi-Fi speed, slower than 67.7% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 8.8% of Wi-Fi extenders.
Max speed 2.4 GHz
What it is: The maximum supported wireless speed on the 2.4 GHz band.
When it matters: When you need better speed and signal strength in rooms that are harder to reach.

Importance: MEDIUM

300 Mbps
Netgear EX6120 reaches 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz, slower than 61.8% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 36.3% of Wi-Fi extenders.
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Ethernet backhaul
What it is: Whether the extender supports Ethernet backhaul through a wired network connection.
When it matters: When you want a more stable link over Ethernet instead of relying only on wireless repeating.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Netgear EX6120 supports Ethernet backhaul. 48.9% of Wi-Fi extenders support Ethernet backhaul.
Mesh compatibility
What it is: The mesh systems or ecosystems the extender can work with.
When it matters: When you want smoother roaming and more consistent coverage across your home.

Importance: LOW

N/A
Mesh standard
What it is: The mesh standard or ecosystem the extender uses.
When it matters: When you want smoother roaming and more consistent coverage across your home.

Importance: LOW

proprietary mesh
Roaming feature
What it is: Whether the extender supports seamless roaming between network nodes.
When it matters: When you want smoother roaming and more consistent coverage across your home.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Netgear EX6120 does not support roaming. 83.3% of Wi-Fi extenders support roaming.
802.11k support
What it is: Whether the extender supports 802.11k for better roaming information between access points.
When it matters: When you want smoother roaming and more consistent coverage across your home.

Importance: LOW

no
Netgear EX6120 does not support 802.11k. 74.1% of Wi-Fi extenders support 802.11k.
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N. of LAN ports
What it is: The number of wired LAN ports on the extender.
When it matters: When you need to connect wired devices such as TVs, consoles, PCs, or switches.

Importance: MEDIUM

1
Netgear EX6120 has 1 LAN port/s, more than 8.1% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 76.8% of Wi-Fi extenders.
Ethernet port speed
What it is: The maximum Ethernet speed supported by the wired ports.
When it matters: When you connect wired devices and want them to run at full local network speed.

Importance: MEDIUM

0.1 Gbps
Netgear EX6120 offers 0.1 Gbps Ethernet speed, slower than 75.3% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 21.8% of Wi-Fi extenders.
N. of USB ports
What it is: The number of USB ports on the extender.
When it matters: When you need to connect wired devices such as TVs, consoles, PCs, or switches.

Importance: LOW

0
Netgear EX6120 has 0 USB port/s, equal to 97.1% of Wi-Fi extenders.
PoE standard
What it is: The Power over Ethernet standard the extender supports, if any.
When it matters: When you want to power the extender over Ethernet instead of using a separate power adapter.

Importance: LOW

N/A
Dedicated smartphone app
What it is: Whether the extender can be managed through a dedicated smartphone app.
When it matters: When you want easier setup, monitoring, and control from your phone.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Netgear EX6120 comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 15.2% of Wi-Fi extenders come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Nighthawk app.
Web UI management
What it is: Whether the extender offers a web-based interface for setup and management.
When it matters: When you prefer advanced setup and control from a web browser.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Netgear EX6120 has a web management interface. 2% of Wi-Fi extenders have a web management interface.
Web UI at mywifiext.net.
Automatic firmware updates
What it is: Whether the extender can install firmware updates automatically.
When it matters: When you want security and stability updates without having to manage them manually.

Importance: LOW

no
Netgear EX6120 does not have automatic firmware updates. 48% of Wi-Fi extenders have automatic firmware updates.
LED control
What it is: Whether the extender’s LED indicators can be adjusted or turned off.
When it matters: When the extender sits in a bedroom or another space where bright status lights can be annoying.

Importance: LOW

yes
Netgear EX6120 has LED control. 12.1% of Wi-Fi extenders have LED control.
LED control in web interface.
Buttons present
What it is: The physical buttons available on the extender, such as reset, power, or WPS.
When it matters: When you prefer direct physical controls instead of relying only on software menus.

Importance: LOW

wps, reset, power
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Mounting type
What it is: The mounting style the extender uses, such as wall-plug or desktop placement.
When it matters: When the extender needs to fit neatly into a tight space, behind furniture, or near an outlet.

Importance: LOW

wall-plug
Portable design
What it is: Whether the extender has a travel-friendly portable design, usually a compact plug-in form factor rather than a larger desktop or fixed-installation unit.
When it matters: When you want an extender that is easy to pack, move between locations, or use temporarily while travelling.

Importance: LOW

yes
Netgear EX6120 has a portable design. 34.3% of Wi-Fi extenders have a portable design.
Derived from compact plug-in form factor.
Height
What it is: The height of the extender body.
When it matters: When the extender needs to fit neatly into a tight space, behind furniture, or near an outlet.

Importance: LOW

67.17 mm
Netgear EX6120 is 67.17 mm tall, shorter than 75.5% of Wi-Fi extenders.
Width
What it is: The width of the extender body.
When it matters: When the extender needs to fit neatly into a tight space, behind furniture, or near an outlet.

Importance: LOW

55.17 mm
Netgear EX6120 is 55.17 mm wide, narrower than 95.1% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 1% of Wi-Fi extenders.
Thickness
What it is: The depth or thickness of the extender body.
When it matters: When the extender needs to fit neatly into a tight space, behind furniture, or near an outlet.

Importance: LOW

39 mm
Netgear EX6120 is 39 mm thick, thinner than 67.7% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 2% of Wi-Fi extenders.
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Netgear EX6120 vs the average wi-fi extender

  • 6.4 W lower power consumption
    Netgear EX6120 uses less power than the average wi-fi extender (3.1 W vs 9.5 W). The average Wi-Fi extender uses 9.5 W of power.
    What it is: The power the extender typically uses during normal operation.
    When it matters: When you care about energy use, heat output, or running costs.

    Importance: LOW

    Netgear EX6120 uses less power than the average wi-fi extender (3.1 W vs 9.5 W). The average Wi-Fi extender uses 9.5 W of power.3.1 W vs 9.5 W
  • 53.6% lighter
    Netgear EX6120 is lighter than the average wi-fi extender (130 g vs 280 g). The average Wi-Fi extender weighs 280 g.
    What it is: The total weight of the extender.
    When it matters: When you want an extender that is easier to move, mount, or place without adding bulk.

    Importance: LOW

    Netgear EX6120 is lighter than the average wi-fi extender (130 g vs 280 g). The average Wi-Fi extender weighs 280 g.130 g vs 280 g
  • 26.23 mm narrower width
    Netgear EX6120 is narrower than the average wi-fi extender (55.2 mm vs 81.4 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a width of 81.4 mm.
    What it is: The width of the extender body.
    When it matters: When the extender needs to fit neatly into a tight space, behind furniture, or near an outlet.

    Importance: LOW

    Netgear EX6120 is narrower than the average wi-fi extender (55.2 mm vs 81.4 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a width of 81.4 mm.55.17 mm vs 81.4 mm
  • 54.83 mm lower height
    Netgear EX6120 is shorter than the average wi-fi extender (67.2 mm vs 122 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a height of 122 mm.
    What it is: The height of the extender body.
    When it matters: When the extender needs to fit neatly into a tight space, behind furniture, or near an outlet.

    Importance: LOW

    Netgear EX6120 is shorter than the average wi-fi extender (67.2 mm vs 122 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a height of 122 mm.67.17 mm vs 122 mm
  • 7 mm thinner
    Netgear EX6120 is thinner than the average wi-fi extender (39 mm vs 46 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a thickness of 46 mm.
    What it is: The depth or thickness of the extender body.
    When it matters: When the extender needs to fit neatly into a tight space, behind furniture, or near an outlet.

    Importance: LOW

    Netgear EX6120 is thinner than the average wi-fi extender (39 mm vs 46 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a thickness of 46 mm.39 mm vs 46 mm
  • 6.4 W lower power consumption
    Netgear EX6120 uses less power than the average wi-fi extender (3.1 W vs 9.5 W). The average Wi-Fi extender uses 9.5 W of power.
  • 53.6% lighter
    Netgear EX6120 is lighter than the average wi-fi extender (130 g vs 280 g). The average Wi-Fi extender weighs 280 g.
  • 26.23 mm narrower width
    Netgear EX6120 is narrower than the average wi-fi extender (55.2 mm vs 81.4 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a width of 81.4 mm.
  • 54.83 mm lower height
    Netgear EX6120 is shorter than the average wi-fi extender (67.2 mm vs 122 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a height of 122 mm.
  • 7 mm thinner
    Netgear EX6120 is thinner than the average wi-fi extender (39 mm vs 46 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a thickness of 46 mm.

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Hardware & Deployment
  • No Mesh Wi-Fi support
    Netgear EX6120 does not support mesh Wi-Fi, while the average wi-fi extender does. 66.7% of Wi-Fi extenders support mesh Wi-Fi.
  • No MU-MIMO support
    Netgear EX6120 does not support MU-MIMO, while the average wi-fi extender does. 72.5% of Wi-Fi extenders support MU-MIMO.
  • No beamforming support
    Netgear EX6120 does not support beamforming, while the average wi-fi extender does. 83% of Wi-Fi extenders support beamforming.
  • 150 Mbps slower 2.4 GHz speed
    Netgear EX6120 reaches a slower 2.4 GHz speed than the average wi-fi extender (300 Mbps vs 450 Mbps). The average Wi-Fi extender reaches 450 Mbps on 2.4 GHz.
  • 32.4% slower Wi-Fi speed
    Netgear EX6120 reaches slower Wi-Fi speed than the average wi-fi extender (1,200 Mbps vs 1,775 Mbps). The average Wi-Fi extender reaches 1,775 Mbps Wi-Fi speed.
  • No band steering
    Netgear EX6120 does not have band steering, while the average wi-fi extender does. 65.3% of Wi-Fi extenders have band steering.
  • 3 dBm weaker transmit power
    Netgear EX6120 has lower transmit power than the average wi-fi extender (20 dBm vs 23 dBm). The average Wi-Fi extender has 23 dBm of transmit power.
  • 11 fewer connected devices
    Netgear EX6120 supports fewer connected devices than the average wi-fi extender (20 vs 31). The average Wi-Fi extender supports up to 31 connected devices.
  • No WPA3 support
    Netgear EX6120 does not support WPA3, while the average wi-fi extender does. 56.7% of Wi-Fi extenders support WPA3.
  • No QoS support
    Netgear EX6120 does not support QoS, while the average wi-fi extender does. 57.4% of Wi-Fi extenders support QoS.
  • No roaming support
    Netgear EX6120 does not support roaming, while the average wi-fi extender does. 82.5% of Wi-Fi extenders support roaming.
  • No 802.11r support
    Netgear EX6120 does not support 802.11r, while the average wi-fi extender does. 58.3% of Wi-Fi extenders support 802.11r.
  • No 802.11k support
    Netgear EX6120 does not support 802.11k, while the average wi-fi extender does. 73.3% of Wi-Fi extenders support 802.11k.
  • No 802.11v support
    Netgear EX6120 does not support 802.11v, while the average wi-fi extender does. 68.4% of Wi-Fi extenders support 802.11v.
  • 90% slower Ethernet speed
    Netgear EX6120 offers slower Ethernet speed than the average wi-fi extender (0.1 Gbps vs 1 Gbps). The average Wi-Fi extender offers 1 Gbps Ethernet speed.
  • 75% less RAM
    Netgear EX6120 has less RAM than the average wi-fi extender (64 MB vs 256 MB). The average Wi-Fi extender has 256 MB of RAM.
  • 50% less flash storage
    Netgear EX6120 has less flash storage than the average wi-fi extender (8 MB vs 16 MB). The average Wi-Fi extender has 16 MB of flash storage.
  • 4 older release date
    Netgear EX6120 was released earlier than the average wi-fi extender (2,016 vs 2,020). The average Wi-Fi extender was released in 2,020.
    February 2016
  • No Mesh Wi-Fi support
    Netgear EX6120 does not support mesh Wi-Fi, while the average wi-fi extender does. 66.7% of Wi-Fi extenders support mesh Wi-Fi.
    What it is: Whether the extender can join a mesh Wi‑Fi setup for smoother whole-home coverage.
    When it matters: When you want smoother roaming and more consistent coverage across your home.

    Importance: HIGH

    Netgear EX6120 does not support mesh Wi-Fi, while the average wi-fi extender does. 66.7% of Wi-Fi extenders support mesh Wi-Fi.
  • No WPA3 support
    Netgear EX6120 does not support WPA3, while the average wi-fi extender does. 56.7% of Wi-Fi extenders support WPA3.
    What it is: Whether the extender supports WPA3 wireless security.
    When it matters: When you want stronger protection for your network and connected devices.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Netgear EX6120 does not support WPA3, while the average wi-fi extender does. 56.7% of Wi-Fi extenders support WPA3.
  • No QoS support
    Netgear EX6120 does not support QoS, while the average wi-fi extender does. 57.4% of Wi-Fi extenders support QoS.
    What it is: Whether the extender supports Quality of Service to prioritize certain traffic.
    When it matters: When the extender needs to fit cleanly into a more advanced network setup.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Netgear EX6120 does not support QoS, while the average wi-fi extender does. 57.4% of Wi-Fi extenders support QoS.
  • No MU-MIMO support
    Netgear EX6120 does not support MU-MIMO, while the average wi-fi extender does. 72.5% of Wi-Fi extenders support MU-MIMO.
    What it is: Whether the extender supports MU-MIMO for more efficient simultaneous connections.
    When it matters: When many phones, laptops, TVs, and smart-home devices are online at the same time.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Netgear EX6120 does not support MU-MIMO, while the average wi-fi extender does. 72.5% of Wi-Fi extenders support MU-MIMO.
  • No roaming support
    Netgear EX6120 does not support roaming, while the average wi-fi extender does. 82.5% of Wi-Fi extenders support roaming.
    What it is: Whether the extender supports seamless roaming between network nodes.
    When it matters: When you want smoother roaming and more consistent coverage across your home.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Netgear EX6120 does not support roaming, while the average wi-fi extender does. 82.5% of Wi-Fi extenders support roaming.
  • No 802.11r support
    Netgear EX6120 does not support 802.11r, while the average wi-fi extender does. 58.3% of Wi-Fi extenders support 802.11r.
    What it is: Whether the extender supports 802.11r for faster roaming handoffs.
    When it matters: When you want smoother roaming and more consistent coverage across your home.

    Importance: LOW

    Netgear EX6120 does not support 802.11r, while the average wi-fi extender does. 58.3% of Wi-Fi extenders support 802.11r.
  • 90% slower Ethernet speed
    Netgear EX6120 offers slower Ethernet speed than the average wi-fi extender (0.1 Gbps vs 1 Gbps). The average Wi-Fi extender offers 1 Gbps Ethernet speed.
    What it is: The maximum Ethernet speed supported by the wired ports.
    When it matters: When you connect wired devices and want them to run at full local network speed.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Netgear EX6120 offers slower Ethernet speed than the average wi-fi extender (0.1 Gbps vs 1 Gbps). The average Wi-Fi extender offers 1 Gbps Ethernet speed.0.1 Gbps vs 1 Gbps
  • No 802.11k support
    Netgear EX6120 does not support 802.11k, while the average wi-fi extender does. 73.3% of Wi-Fi extenders support 802.11k.
    What it is: Whether the extender supports 802.11k for better roaming information between access points.
    When it matters: When you want smoother roaming and more consistent coverage across your home.

    Importance: LOW

    Netgear EX6120 does not support 802.11k, while the average wi-fi extender does. 73.3% of Wi-Fi extenders support 802.11k.
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What customers like about Netgear EX6120?

  • Simple and quick setup process, often completed within minutes via WPS
  • Compact, discrete wall-plug design that doesn't block adjacent outlets
  • Budget-friendly price point providing decent value for basic needs
  • Effective at filling in small Wi-Fi dead spots and extending range for light tasks
  • Supports dual-band (2.4GHz and 5GHz) connectivity for flexible device support

What customers dislike about Netgear EX6120?

  • Significantly lower throughput compared to modern mesh systems or high-end extenders
  • Inconsistent performance with frequent connection drops requiring manual restarts
  • Outdated technology, including a slow 100Mbps Ethernet port instead of Gigabit
  • Limited 90-day technical support period despite a one-year warranty
  • Poor range and signal stability when used across larger homes or through multiple walls

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The Netgear EX6120 is a compact, budget-friendly, wall-plug Wi-Fi range extender offering dual-band AC1200 speeds, designed for easy installation via a WPS button or a web-based assistant. It provides versatile operation modes to extend Wi-Fi coverage and features an Ethernet port for direct wired connections. However, the device is limited by poor data throughput, often reducing...Read more

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hardware.info
22/09/2016
Netgear EX6120 Access Point - Hardware Info

The review highlights the Netgear EX6120 as a high-value AC1200 dual-band Wi-Fi 5 range extender that effectively renders older AC750 models obsolete due to its low entry price and solid general performance. Prominent pros include its budget-friendly pricing starting from €40.89, low idle power consumption of just 1.7 W, compact lightweight build at 141 grams, and stable 5 GHz...Read more

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tweakers.net
11/06/2023
Netgear EX6120 (EU plug) - Reviews - Tweakers

User reviews for the Netgear EX6120 AC1200 on Tweakers highlight its compact, wall-plug design, easy WPS installation, and versatile dual-band 2.4/5 GHz performance suitable for extending coverage to smart devices in smaller spaces. The device is generally praised for creating an accessible, low-cost network fix for minor dead zones. Conversely, significant drawbacks include a...Read more

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