
Netgear Orbi Review: 101 Ratings, Pros and Cons
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Check all the 101 reviews find on Peripherals Netgear Orbi, with the 76 ratings, comments, pros & cons from the reviewers.
Theses reviews and tests from Peripherals magazines and websites give 76 ratings, we get this average rating to this Netgear product : 4.2/5.
Netgear Orbi review : With an average rating of 4.2/5, you can buy Netgear Orbi with your eyes closed (or almost). The opinions of the testers seem unanimous !
Netgear Orbi ratings
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5/5 LeMondeNumerique | 5/5 Les Numériques | 5/5 ExpertReviews | 5/5 T3 |
9.5/10 Presse Citron | 95/100 Connect.de | 9/10 Trusted Reviews | 4.5/5 TechRadar |
4.5/5 PCtipp | 9/10 ActuGaming | 4.5/5 Gadgets360 | 4.5/5 Android Central |
90/100 CNET France | 9/10 FrAndroid | 90/100 Mighty Gadget | 90/100 TechGaming |
8.75/10 Maison et Domotique | 8.67/10 LeCafeDuGeek | 4.2/5 MrHighTech | 8.3/10 Macfay Hardware |
4/5 CNET USA | 4/5 PCMag | 4/5 01net | 8/10 Tom's Guide (US) |
8/10 Vonguru | 4/5 IT Pro | 4/5 Play3r | 4/5 TechPowerUp |
8/10 91mobiles.com | 8/10 KitGuru | 79/100 PC Magazin | 3.5/5 Tom's Hardware |
3/5 ObjetConnecte.net | 6/10 DigitalTrends | 6/10 L&B Tech |
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reviewed at 05/03/2021 - Test du système réseau Mesh WiFi 6 AX4200 Netgear Orbi RBK752 [read the full review on LeMondeNumerique]


User-friendly setup
Two Ethernet connectors on the node
[5/5] reviewed at 22/12/2021 - Netgear Orbi RBK352/RBK353 (AX1800) - Most mesh for the money [read the full review on L&B Tech]


Various multi-Gig connectors.
Simple and comprehensive settings.
Significant consumption.
Paid parental control.
[5/5] reviewed at 04/06/2020 - Test : Routeur et satellite Netgear Orbi RBK852 Wi-Fi 6 : des performances impressionnantes [read the full review on Les Numériques]
[4/5] reviewed at 16/09/2021 - Test Kit mesh Netgear Orbi RBK352 : une couverture wifi?6 performante [read the full review on Les Numériques]
[5/5] reviewed at 06/05/2022 - Test Netgear Orbi AX11000 (RBKE963)?: le plus complet des syst?mes mesh wifi?6E [read the full review on Les Numériques]
[5/5] reviewed at 11/06/2024 - Test Netgear Orbi 970?: un kit mesh wifi?7 par? pour la d?cennie ? venir [read the full review on Les Numériques]
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[9.67/10] reviewed at 26/03/2021 - Test ? Netgear Orbi Wifi 6 RBK352 : un must-have [read the full review on LeCafeDuGeek]
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Tri-ban WiFi 6
[90/100] reviewed at 04/11/2022 - Test Netgear Orbi 760 Tri-band WiFi 6 Mesh System ? RBK763S with RBR760 + RBS760 [read the full review on Mighty Gadget]
[70/100] reviewed at 28/12/2022 - Test Netgear Orbi 860 WiFi 6 Mesh System: RBK863S with RBR860S & RBS860 [read the full review on Mighty Gadget]
[95/100] reviewed at 15/05/2024 - Test Netgear Orbi RBE973 ? Orbi 970 Series Quad-Band WiFi 7 Mesh System [read the full review on Mighty Gadget]


Comfortable configuration and use
Control via an application or a web browser
IoT network and guest network
Child safety and protection only by subscription
reviewed at 20/01/2025 - Netgear Orbi RBE77x im Test [read the full review on Connect.de]
reviewed at 07/04/2025 - Netgear Orbi RBE87x im Test: Wi-Fi 7 für gehobene Ansprüche [read the full review on Connect.de]
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reviewed at 25/02/2022 - Netgear Orbis RBKE963 Im Test [read the full review on PCtipp]
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
[9/10] reviewed at 21/06/2017 - TEST. Netgear Orbi ? L?un des meilleurs systèmes Wi-Fi [read the full review on ActuGaming]
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Supports 6GHz Wi-Fi
Easy to install and manage
Multi-gig connectivity
Excellent signal range
Some features require a subscription
Lacks USB ports
[4.5/5] reviewed at 31/01/2022 - Test Netgear Orbi RBKE963 WiFi 6E Mesh System [read the full review on PCMag]


Full functionality
Ease of use
Connectors provided
Netgear Armor offered for one year
Wi-Fi 6 Performance
Application too limited
Paid parental controls
[9/10] reviewed at 10/04/2022 - Test Netgear Orbi NBK752 : un excellent kit, la 5G en plus [read the full review on FrAndroid]
reviewed at 23/04/2023 - Test du Netgear Orbi 960 : le kit Wi-Fi Mesh pour les gouverner tous [read the full review on FrAndroid]
reviewed at 22/05/2023 - Test du Netgear Orbi 860 : un excellent kit Wi-Fi 6, mais déjà daté?? [read the full review on FrAndroid]
reviewed at 22/06/2024 - Test du Netgear Orbi 970 : le Wi-Fi Mesh passe à la vitesse supérieure [read the full review on FrAndroid]
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
[4.5/5] reviewed at 06/04/2020 - Test du Netgear Orbi RBK10, le routeur Wi-Fi maillé d'entrée de gamme qui vaut largement son prix [read the full review on 01net]
[4.5/5] reviewed at 25/06/2020 - Test du Netgear Orbi RBK850, le roi des routeurs maillés passe au Wi-Fi 6 et conserve sa couronne [read the full review on 01net]
[4.5/5] reviewed at 21/01/2021 - Test du Orbi RBK752 : Netgear trouve le bon équilibre entre performances et prix [read the full review on 01net]
[4/5] reviewed at 02/07/2021 - Test du Netgear Orbi LBR20, le routeur qui peut partager votre connexion 4G en Wi-Fi dans toute votre maison [read the full review on 01net]
reviewed at 22/08/2021 - Test des Netgear Orbi RBK350, des routeurs Wi-Fi 6 maillés au rapport performances/prix franchement séduisant [read the full review on 01net]
[4.5/5] reviewed at 08/05/2022 - Test des Netgear Orbi RBKE963, des routeurs Wi-Fi 6E maillés haut de gamme, très performants... et très chers ! [read the full review on 01net]
[4.5/5] reviewed at 08/05/2022 - Test des Netgear Orbi RBKE963, des routeurs Wi-Fi 6E maillés haut de gamme, très performants? et très chers ! [read the full review on 01net]
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.


Extended range
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Armor security software
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Can create LAN for home automation devices
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Much improved mid-range Wi-Fi 6 performance
Expensive
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Large devices
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Slow set up process
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Included support limited to 90 days
[4.5/5] reviewed at 01/07/2023 - Test Netgear Orbi RBK863SB [read the full review on Tom's Guide (US)]
[4.5/5] reviewed at 29/09/2023 - Test Netgear Orbi RBE973: The new Wi-Fi 7 champ [read the full review on Tom's Guide (US)]


Two- or three-piece systems available
Supports MLO and other Wi-Fi 7 features
Lots of 2.5Gb Ethernet ports
Limited features in the Orbi app
Some features require additional subscriptions
[4.5/5] reviewed at 10/10/2024 - Test Netgear Orbi 770: fast speeds, low Wi-Fi 7 prices [read the full review on TechRadar]
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Seamless transition between nodes
Web interface for more advanced options
Netgear Armor available for extra security features
Plenty of Ethernet ports for wired devices
Long setup process compared to other meshes
No 160MHz channel
Very expensive
[4/5] reviewed at 08/12/2022 - Test Netgear Orbi RBR860S router: A bizarre balance of feature [read the full review on Android Central]
[4.25/5] reviewed at 04/01/2024 - Test Netgear Orbi 970 (RBE973S): A towering Wi-Fi 7 success ? for a hefty price [read the full review on Android Central]
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Excellent throughput in WiFi 6
Incredibly strong 2.4 GHz performance
Tri-band with 2x2 radios for increased throughput
Dedicated backhaul from the satellite to the router
Low attenuation throughout the test area courtesy the mesh network
User-friendly setup and customization with the mobile app or web portal
Continuous firmware updates provided throughout the long testing period
Good build quality and aesthetics
Mediocre performance on Wireless AC
Only 1 GbE LAN ports available
High power consumption
Only backed by a one-year warranty
reviewed at 12/01/2023 - Test NETGEAR Orbi RBK863S Tri-Band WiFi 6 Mesh System [read the full review on TechPowerUp]


Excellent app
Tonnes of Ethernet ports
Expensive
[4/5] reviewed at 01/01/1970 - Netgear Orbi WiFi 6 RBK852 [read the full review on Trusted Reviews]
[4.5/5] reviewed at 01/01/1970 - Netgear Orbi RBK752 [read the full review on Trusted Reviews]
[4/5] reviewed at 14/04/2023 - Netgear Orbi RBK863S [read the full review on Trusted Reviews]
reviewed at 19/08/2024 - Netgear Orbi 970 Series [read the full review on Trusted Reviews]
reviewed at 03/12/2024 - Netgear Orbi 770 Series [read the full review on Trusted Reviews]


Mesh router and extension nodes are super stylish
Netgear Orbi app is feature packed and easy to use
Most likely overkill for most users
Netgear Armor security software costs after free trial
[5/5] reviewed at 03/08/2022 - Netgear Orbi NBK752 review: a complete Wi-Fi 6 and 5G network solution [read the full review on T3]
[4/5] reviewed at 12/03/2023 - Netgear Orbi RBK863S review: high-end Wi-Fi at a high-end price [read the full review on T3]
[4/5] reviewed at 22/04/2024 - Netgear Orbi 970 Series review: the ultimate Wi-Fi 7 mesh network system [read the full review on T3]


Large coverage area
Supports Wi-Fi 6 & up to 100 devices
Fast, stable connectivity
Not meant for everyone


Same features as the full-sized Orbi
Slick management interface
Limited parental controls, unless you pay extra
[4/5] reviewed at 06/04/2021 - Test Netgear Orbi RBK352: A practical, reasonably priced Wi-Fi 6 mesh system [read the full review on ExpertReviews]
[4/5] reviewed at 26/04/2021 - Test Netgear Orbi RBK752: A great all-rounder with a few flaws [read the full review on ExpertReviews]
[5/5] reviewed at 07/02/2022 - Test Netgear Orbi WiFi 6E: The fastest mesh just got a lot faster [read the full review on ExpertReviews]
[4/5] reviewed at 03/10/2022 - Test Netgear Orbi NBK752: A powerful Wi-Fi 6 mesh with a built-in 5G SIM slot [read the full review on ExpertReviews]
[3/5] reviewed at 01/12/2022 - Test Netgear Orbi RBK763: An excellent but overpriced Wi-Fi 6 mesh [read the full review on ExpertReviews]
[2/5] reviewed at 15/12/2022 - Test Netgear Orbi RBK863: A decent mesh but the price is shocking [read the full review on ExpertReviews]
[4/5] reviewed at 15/01/2020 - Test Netgear Orbi WiFi 6 (RBK852): The best, fastest mesh system ever, reduced to its lowest EVER price [read the full review on ExpertReviews]
[4/5] reviewed at 25/04/2024 - Test Netgear Orbi 970 mesh router: A groundbreaking mesh with huge potential for the future [read the full review on ExpertReviews]
[4/5] reviewed at 12/11/2024 - Test Netgear Orbi 770: A speedy Wi-Fi 7 mesh at a competitive price [read the full review on ExpertReviews]
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[3/5] reviewed at 28/02/2023 - Test Netgear Orbi RBK863S: A fine mesh three years ago [read the full review on IT Pro]
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
[3/5] reviewed at 13/12/2024 - Test Netgear Orbi 970 Wi-Fi 7 mesh router: Excellent performance with a price tag that's tough to swallow [read the full review on Tom's Hardware]
[3/5] reviewed at 09/03/2025 - Test Netgear Orbi 870 Wi-Fi 7 mesh router: Solid performance can't mask high price and feature regression [read the full review on Tom's Hardware]
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Plays nicely with IoT devices?
Small footprint?
Separate IoT network for easy setup?
Netgear Armor is very robust security?
10Gbps WAN and 2.5Gbps LAN ports?
Size may make it hard to place?
Best features are subscription-only?
Warranty is only one year?
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reviewed at 04/06/2024 - Test Netgear Orbi 970 Series: Excellent but Exorbitant [read the full review on Wired]
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reviewed at 05/11/2024 - Je teste l'Orbi Série 970, le routeur (Mesh) surpuissant de NETGEAR pour une fibre à 10 Gbit/s [read the full review on Neozone]
reviewed at 15/11/2024 - Je teste le NETGEAR Orbi WiFi 7, la solution ultime pour une connexion parfaite partout dans la maison ? [read the full review on Neozone]
reviewed at 15/11/2024 - Je teste le NETGEAR Orbi 770 WiFi 7, la solution ultime pour une connexion parfaite partout dans la maison ? [read the full review on Neozone]
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