Amazon has announced two new versions of its HomeKit Secure Router compatible Eero router with support for Wi-Fi 6 and Zigbee. The new line of routers includes the Eero 6 and the Eero Pro 6 mesh Wi-Fi routers, and Eero 6 Wi-Fi extenders.
The standard Eero 6 offers one of each of the two bands.The Eero Pro 6 is also a tri-band router, offering two 5GHz bands and a single band which is 2.4GHz. Both the Eero 6 and Eero Pro 6 feature two Ethernet ports and a USB-C port.
While the Zigbee connectivity is useful, it only works with Alexa compatible devices and is no use for HomeKit users.
In terms of price, the Eero 6 system starts at $129.99, while Eero Pro 6 starts at $229.99. The Eero 6 extended retails for $89.99 each. All three devices are available to preorder from Amazon starting today, and will ship on the 2nd November 2020. However no word on EU or UK launch at this stage.
I have the Internet providers modem in the basement wit Cat6 cable going to Apple Base Station in the family. From the Apple wifi router I have a Cat5e cable going to my 2nd floor cinnected with another Apple base station wifi router. Both routers have 3 ports connected to non mobile devices like Apple TV, Macs and Audio Streamers. Will a mesh system improve my already awesome internet experience? Just wondering
I’ve learned this lessen (and reminded off it several times): If it ain’t broken, don’t fix it
eero 6 doesn’t support Homekit. I purchased it to replace my previous eero router. Found out that it did not support HomeKit. Thanks to Amazon wanting to compete with Apple with Alexa. SMH.
I can confirm this. I have an eero 6 Pro and the HomeKit option appears to be removed from the app. If it’s still available for prior eero models, I don’t know why it’s not available for the new eero 6 Pro.
I switched to eero from an airport time capsule, specifically because of HomeKit. Not sure why eero is touted to support it.