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General

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Series

eero1Maker product pageeero.com/shop/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026eero is the maker's mesh Wi-Fi brand. The Wi-Fi 7 line also has eero Pro 7, eero 7 and eero Outdoor 7.

Velop1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026Velop is the maker's mesh line. Velop Pro 7 sits next to Velop Micro 7, Velop Pro 6E and Velop Micro 6 in the Mesh WiFi menu.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

V0100014Maker product pageeero.com/legal/complianceRead 20 October 2026Product specifications block for eero Max 7: Model V010001.

MBE7001, MBE7002, MBE70032Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026FAQ for the Linksys MBE7000 Velop Pro 7 BE11000. The support page names the packs MBE7001 (one-pack), MBE7002 (two-pack) and MBE7003 (three-pack). The MBE7000PW-HK is for PCCW subscribers in Hong Kong and is not stored. Regional codes such as MBE7003-KE are not stored.

GTIN / EAN

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

20 September 202310Press articletechcrunch.com/2023/09/20/amazon-unveils-a-pricey-but-faster-599-00-eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026Published 2023-09-20 from Amazon's devices event: Amazon introduced the eero Max 7.

26 October 20234Press releaselinksys.com/blogs/press/linksys%C2%AE-introduces-its-first-wifi-7-mesh-system-with-lightning-fast-10-minute-setupRead 15 October 2026Press release of October 26th, 2023: Linksys today announces its first WiFi 7 mesh system, Velop Pro 7.

Status

Available1Maker product pageeero.com/shop/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026The page has a Buy now button.

Available3Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/521-enRead 15 October 2026The MBE7000 support page is live. Latest firmware 1.0.14.216607 is dated 6/26/2025. Some US retailer pages, such as Best Buy, may no longer list new units. This could not be confirmed.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$599.9910Press articletechcrunch.com/2023/09/20/amazon-unveils-a-pricey-but-faster-599-00-eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026Will be available starting at $599.99 for the one-pack, $1,149.99 for a two-pack and $1,699.99 for a three-pack, US, tax not included. Amazon said it would be available soon. Tom's Guide and TechRadar print the same prices.

$399.994Press releaselinksys.com/blogs/press/linksys%C2%AE-introduces-its-first-wifi-7-mesh-system-with-lightning-fast-10-minute-setupRead 15 October 2026$399.99 for the 1-node pack, $749.99 for the 2-node pack and $999.99 for the 3-node pack. The base value is the 1-node pack. US dollars, excluding tax.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€699.9911Press articleifun.de/eero-max-7-der-leistungsfaehigste-wlan-router-von-amazon-startet-221250Read 20 October 2026German news: 699.99 euro for one unit, 1,349.99 euro for the two-pack and 1,999.99 euro for the three-pack. Tax treatment not stated. The price is a German consumer price.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, DE11Press articleifun.de/eero-max-7-der-leistungsfaehigste-wlan-router-von-amazon-startet-221250Read 20 October 2026German article on availability at Amazon, with euro prices.

US4Press releaselinksys.com/blogs/press/linksys%C2%AE-introduces-its-first-wifi-7-mesh-system-with-lightning-fast-10-minute-setupRead 15 October 2026US launch prices.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

White8Retailer pageamazon.com/Amazon-eero-router-newest-model/dp/B09HJJN7MSRead 20 October 2026The Amazon images show a white unit. Tom's Guide says it is available only in white.9Measurementtomsguide.com/reviews/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026Available only in white.

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Form factoriMesh system is a product line sold in packs of mesh units, e.g. eero, Deco and Orbi. A standalone router that can join a mesh as an option is a router. A travel router is a pocket-size router sold for travel.

Mesh system1Maker product pageeero.com/shop/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026Sold as packs of identical eero Max 7 units, see the Amazon listing.

Mesh system1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026Sold as a mesh system. Velop Pro 7 is listed under Mesh WiFi in the maker's menu on 2026-10-15.

SegmentiThe maker's own product category, e.g. ASUS ROG is Gaming and ASUS ExpertWiFi is Business. It is not assigned from price or features.

Home1Maker product pageeero.com/shop/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026The page calls it the fastest, most advanced system and says it also helps small to medium-sized businesses. Its FAQ says it is not primarily for gaming. The maker's category is not exclusive to homes.

Home1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026Listed in the maker's home Mesh WiFi range. The maker's business products are listed separately.

Wi-Fi

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Wi-FiiThe newest Wi-Fi generation the product supports.

Wi-Fi 73Maker product pageeero.com/en-NZ/technologyRead 20 October 2026Wi-Fi 7 (IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be).

Wi-Fi 71Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026WiFi 7 True Tri-band Router. The page prints no per-band rates or channel widths.

Wi-Fi speed classiThe maker's class name, e.g. BE19000 or AXE11000. It adds up the top link rates of all radios. No single device reaches it. A Wi-Fi 6E class starts with AXE, also when the maker writes AX, so eero's AX5400 is AXE5400. The class is not the model number, so GL.iNet's GL-AXT1800 is AX1800.

BE208003Maker product pageeero.com/en-NZ/technologyRead 20 October 2026AC/AX/BE Rating row reads BE20800.

BE110002Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026Tri-band Wi-Fi 7 BE11000.6Press articletechadvisor.com/article/2116853/linksys-velop-pro-7-mbe7000.htmlRead 15 October 2026Called a BE11000 system, with the be referring to 802.11be.

Wi-Fi radiosiOne row per radio in one unit. A quad-band unit with two 5 GHz radios has two 5 GHz rows.

AAmazon eero Max 7

Band	Wi-Fi	Streams	Max channel width (MHz)	Max link rate (Mbps)	Dedicated backhaul
2.4 GHz	Not available	2	40	574	No
5 GHz	Wi-Fi 7	4	240	8,647	No
6 GHz	Wi-Fi 7	4	320	11,529	No

Source3Maker product pageeero.com/en-NZ/technologyRead 20 October 2026Compare table: 3 radios, MIMO 2x2/4x4/4x4, 10 spatial streams, channel widths 20, 40, 80, 160, 240 and 320 MHz. Peak PHY rates 2.4 GHz 573.5 Mbps, 5 GHz 8647.1 Mbps and 6 GHz 11529.4 Mbps. Rounded to 574, 8647 and 11529. The datasheet gives 20/40 MHz for 2.4 GHz, up to 240 MHz for 5 GHz and up to 320 MHz for 6 GHz, which fits the rates. The 2.4 GHz rate is the 802.11ax rate for 2x2 at 40 MHz, so no Wi-Fi generation is stored for that radio. The maker states none per radio.4Maker product pageeero.com/legal/complianceRead 20 October 2026Wi-Fi 7 tri-band concurrent 2:4:4 with support for 240 MHz channels in 5 GHz and 320 MHz channels in 6 GHz. That gives 2, 4 and 4 streams and the 5 GHz width of 240 MHz.5Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--ZJZh0I9N--/eb6e5782cfb1303c095e0ee6de2e5a41cbe73910.pdfRead 20 October 2026Two-page Amazon eero Max 7 datasheet, 2023. MIMO: 2.4 GHz 2x2 SU-MIMO, 5 GHz 4x4 MU/SU-MIMO, 6 GHz 4x4 MU/SU-MIMO. Channel width: 2.4 GHz 20/40 MHz, 5 GHz 20 to 240 MHz, 6 GHz 20 to 320 MHz.

BLinksys Velop Pro 7

Band	Wi-Fi	Streams	Max channel width (MHz)	Max link rate (Mbps)	Dedicated backhaul
2.4 GHz	Wi-Fi 6	2	40	591	No
5 GHz	Wi-Fi 7	2	240	4,324	No
6 GHz	Wi-Fi 7	2	320	5,765	No

Source5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026The system lacks a dedicated 5 GHz wireless backhaul channel. It can use 240 MHz channels between nodes and host. The review says 4x4 on every band, which does not fit the 2x2 radios and rates in the Tech Advisor and TechRadar articles, so the 2 streams per band are stored.6Press articletechadvisor.com/article/2116853/linksys-velop-pro-7-mbe7000.htmlRead 15 October 2026News of 2023-10-26 after a Linksys briefing: up to 591 Mbps over 2.4 GHz, 4324 Mbps on 5 GHz and 5765 Mbps on 6 GHz, which add up to 10680 Mbps. Each band is 2x2 on the Qualcomm Networking Pro 620 platform, six streams in total. The rates fit 2 streams at 240 MHz on 5 GHz and 2 streams at 320 MHz on 6 GHz. 40 MHz is the widest 2.4 GHz channel. The 24wireless article gives about 600 Mbps for 2.4 GHz, so the figure is approximate there.7Press article24wireless.info/linksys-velop-pro-7Read 15 October 2026Japanese news article: 6 GHz up to 5,765 Mbps (2 streams, 320 MHz), 5 GHz up to 4,324 Mbps (2 streams, 240 MHz) and 2.4 GHz on IEEE 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) up to 600 Mbps. The Wi-Fi 6 radio standard of the 2.4 GHz radio comes only from this article and the 591 Mbps rate does not fit a 2-stream 802.11be 40 MHz radio. Linksys prints no per-radio standard.8Maker spec sheet (PDF)qualcomm.com/content/dam/qcomm-martech/dm-assets/documents/Networking-Pro-620-product-brief_87-PW328-1.pdfRead 15 October 2026Qualcomm Networking Pro 620 product brief: tri-band Wi-Fi 7 platform with 6 spatial streams, 10 Gbps peak PHY rate and channel support of 320, 240, 160, 80, 40 and 20 MHz. Six streams across three bands fit 2 streams per band. This is the chip maker's brief, not Linksys.

Radio bandsiRadios that work at the same time in one unit. Tri-band is 3 and quad-band is 4, also when two radios use the same frequency band.

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6 GHz band

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Combined Wi-Fi link rateiSum of the top link rates of all radios in one unit. It is close to the number in the speed class. No single device reaches it.

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Wi-Fi streamsiSpatial streams of all radios in one unit, e.g. 12 for a tri-band router with 4x4 on each band.

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Max Wi-Fi channel widthiWidest channel of any radio, e.g. 320 on the 6 GHz band.

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Wi-Fi featuresiFeatures the maker names for the product. Band steering puts all bands under one network name and moves devices between them, e.g. Smart Connect. Band steering over only some of the bands, such as 2.4 and 5 GHz on a tri-band router, counts. AFC is Automated Frequency Coordination, which allows standard power on 6 GHz. Support that needs a later firmware counts, and the firmware goes in the source note.

Multi-Link Operation (MLO), 4K-QAM, OFDMA, MU-MIMO, Beamforming, Band steering1Maker product pageeero.com/shop/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026The FAQ names Multi-Link Operation as a new Wi-Fi 7 feature that lets devices use several bands at once.2Maker product pageeero.com/support/articles/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026Features: Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), a 2x4x4 antenna array and MU-MIMO.3Maker product pageeero.com/en-NZ/technologyRead 20 October 2026Other Wi-Fi Features row: WMM, Tx Beamforming, OFDMA. Band Steering row: Yes.9Measurementtomsguide.com/reviews/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026The review says the Max 7 uses 4K QAM and 320 MHz channels, and that data-heavy transmissions can span different bands.

Multi-Link Operation (MLO), 4K-QAM, Preamble puncturing, OFDMA, MU-MIMO1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026Multi-Link Operation (MLO) and the ultrawide 320 MHz band and 4K QAM are named. The support FAQ calls MLO a beta feature.2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026Features list OFDMA. MLO is currently in beta.5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review names 4K QAM, preamble puncturing and 320 MHz channels.10Retailer pageldlc.com/en/product/PB00608117.htmlRead 15 October 2026Key features: tri-band Wi-Fi 7 MU-MIMO router and OFDMA. The MU-MIMO claim comes only from this retailer copy.

External antennasiAntennas outside the case, as the maker counts them.

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05Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026Its six antennas are inside. A retailer data sheet says 4 internal antennas, so no internal count is stored.

Internal antennasiAntennas inside the case, as the maker counts them.

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Detachable antennasiThe external antennas screw off and can be replaced. Fixed antennas that only fold or turn do not count.

No9Measurementtomsguide.com/reviews/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026Specs box: number of antennas / removable: 10 / No. The text counts 10 high-performance antennas plus a smart home antenna. A TechInsights teardown counts eight antennas, so no antenna count is stored.

No5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Number of antennas/removable: 6/No.

Coverage of one unit (claimed)iThe maker's claimed area that one unit covers. A square feet claim is converted exactly and rounded to a whole m². A claim for a whole pack is stored separately. An area that a trusted review quotes from the maker counts, and the source note names the review.

232m²2Maker product pageeero.com/support/articles/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026A single eero Max 7 provides up to 2,500 sq. ft. (232 m2) of coverage.

279m²1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026Seamless WiFi Up to 3000 sq. ft. per Node. 3000 sq ft is 278.7 m2, stored as 279.

Connected devices per unit (claimed)iThe maker's claimed maximum number of devices one unit serves. A claim for a whole mesh pack is not stored here.

2501Maker product pageeero.com/shop/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026Page data: each eero Max 7 system provides up to 2,500 sq. ft. of coverage and supports 250+ devices. Stored as 250, the plus sign is dropped. The 2023 datasheet and launch coverage say 200+.2Maker product pageeero.com/support/articles/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026Can connect 250+ devices.

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Ports and modem

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PortsiData ports on the main unit. The power input is not a port. A combo port takes an RJ45 cable or an SFP+ module and is counted once. WAN or LAN means the maker says the port can be either, including auto-sensing ports.

AAmazon eero Max 7

Port	Count	Role	Max speed (Gbps)
RJ45	2	WAN or LAN	10
RJ45	2	WAN or LAN	2.5

Source2Maker product pageeero.com/support/articles/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026Two auto-sensing 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports and two auto-sensing 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet ports. Auto-sensing ports are stored as WAN or LAN.4Maker product pageeero.com/legal/complianceRead 20 October 2026Two auto-sensing 10 GbE ports and two auto-sensing 2.5 GbE ports.

BLinksys Velop Pro 7

Port	Count	Role	Max speed (Gbps)
RJ45	1	WAN	2.5
RJ45	4	LAN	1

Source1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 20264x 1 Gbps ports for wired devices and a 2.5 Gbps internet port.2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026Five ethernet ports: one internet port (2.5 Gbps) and four ethernet ports (1 Gbps per port).3Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/521-enRead 15 October 2026Hardware: one 2.5 Gbps internet port, four 1 Gbps ethernet ports.6Press articletechadvisor.com/article/2116853/linksys-velop-pro-7-mbe7000.htmlRead 15 October 2026Each unit has four Gigabit Ethernet ports and only the WAN port is 2.5 Gbps.9Reviewtechradar.com/computing/servers-network-devices/linksys-velop-pro-7Read 15 October 2026Ports per router: 1 x 2.5Gb Ethernet (WAN), 4 x Gigabit Ethernet (LAN). There are no USB ports.

Ethernet portsiRJ45 ports of all roles, WAN and LAN.

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Multi-gig portsiWired network ports of 2.5 Gbps or faster, RJ45 or fiber.

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Fastest WAN portiThe fastest port that can take the internet connection.

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Fastest LAN portiThe fastest port for wired devices. A port that can be WAN or LAN counts here too.

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USB ports

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SFP+ portiA slot for a 10 Gbps fiber or DAC module.

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Built-in modemiModems inside the router. A port for an external modem does not count. A fiber slot counts only when the fiber module is in the box.

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Modem standardsiStandards of the built-in modem as published, e.g. DOCSIS 3.1, VDSL2 35b, GPON or 5G NR.

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Mesh

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Mesh technologiesiMesh systems the unit can join, by the maker's name, e.g. AiMesh, EasyMesh or TP-Link OneMesh.

TrueMesh1Maker product pageeero.com/shop/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026Patented TrueMesh software with TrueRoam and TrueChannel.

Cognitive Mesh1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026The support FAQ names Linksys Cognitive Mesh technology. It joins other Cognitive Mesh nodes only. A node that is not a Cognitive Mesh router is not detected.

Units per packiUnits in the box. The base lists every pack size sold. Each pack variant holds its own. A standalone router is 1.

1, 2, 3, 41Maker product pageeero.com/shop/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026The shop page shows packs in script data that the page text does not print. The Amazon listing sells 1, 2, 3 and 4 packs.8Retailer pageamazon.com/Amazon-eero-router-newest-model/dp/B09HJJN7MSRead 20 October 2026Size options 1-pack, 2-pack, 3-pack and 4-Pack.

1, 2, 31Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026The page is shared by the one, two and three node packs. See the pack sizes in the press release.

Coverage of the pack (claimed)iThe maker's claimed area for a whole pack. Each pack variant holds its own claim. The claims of single units are never added up.

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279 to 836m²3Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/521-enRead 15 October 20264Press releaselinksys.com/blogs/press/linksys%C2%AE-introduces-its-first-wifi-7-mesh-system-with-lightning-fast-10-minute-setupRead 15 October 2026

Identical unitsiEvery unit in a pack is the same model, so any unit can be the router. Not true for systems with a separate satellite model, such as NETGEAR Orbi.

Yes8Retailer pageamazon.com/Amazon-eero-router-newest-model/dp/B09HJJN7MSRead 20 October 2026All packs hold eero Max 7 routers.9Measurementtomsguide.com/reviews/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026The three units in the review kit are identical and are set as the host router and nodes in the app.

Yes5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026The devices are identical out of the box and are set up as router and nodes during installation.

Satellite modeliModel number of the satellite when it differs from the router unit.

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Satellite portsiData ports on one satellite. Only when the satellite differs from the router unit.

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Ethernet backhauliMesh units can link to each other over an Ethernet cable.

Yes18Maker product pagesupport.eero.com/hc/en-us/articles/207852743-Can-I-connect-my-eeros-with-EthernetRead 20 October 2026eeros can be connected together via Ethernet backhaul or wirelessly.

Yes1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026Support for wired and wireless backhaul.5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026For all-out top speed the units can be wired together using Ethernet cabling.

Software

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ManagementiWays to set up and manage the router. A web interface is a full settings page in a browser on the local network. A status page alone does not count.

Mobile app3Maker product pageeero.com/en-NZ/technologyRead 20 October 2026Management Tool row: iOS/Android App for end users.

Mobile app, Web interface2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026The node's dashboard can be reached with the Linksys app or the web interface. The support page says the latest web browser is needed to configure the router settings. Tom's Guide says in 2024 that there is no way to reach the nodes through a browser, so the maker's statement is used.3Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/521-enRead 15 October 2026Product requirements: the latest web browser version to configure the router settings.

Online account requirediSetup and management need an online account with the maker, with no local way around it.

Yes16Maker product pageeero.com/support/articles/do-i-need-a-password-to-sign-in-to-my-eero-appRead 20 October 2026The eero app signs in to an eero account with a login code sent by text or email, or with a linked Amazon account. Tom's Guide created an account with the company during setup.

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Operating modesiModes the maker lists. Media bridge connects wired devices to another router over Wi-Fi. Extender, range extender and WDS modes count as repeater.

Router, Access point, Mesh node17Maker product pageeero.com/support/articles/what-is-bridge-modeRead 20 October 2026Bridge mode disables routing and wifi capabilities of the device, so it works as a modem or access point. Stored as access_point. The Max 7 can be the gateway or join an eero network as a node.

Router, Mesh node2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026Supports parent and child modes.

Network featuresiFeatures the maker lists that work without a paid subscription. An IoT network is a separate network for smart home devices. Dual WAN uses a second internet connection as a backup or to share the load. Only features the maker clearly says are free. Parental controls counts when a free feature pauses or schedules internet access per person or device, such as eero Profiles, even when content filters need a subscription. When the maker's pages contradict each other, leave the feature out.

Guest network, Parental controls1Maker product pageeero.com/shop/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026The page says guests can be given the network and that screen time can be scheduled or paused. eero Profiles are free, see the Profiles article.14Maker product pageeero.com/support/articles/what-are-profilesRead 20 October 2026All eero users can use Profiles to group devices by user and schedule when those devices can connect to the internet. This free feature is stored as parental controls. Content filters and app blocking need eero Plus.

Guest network, QoS, Parental controls1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026Guest Access for a separate guest network. Daily schedules for internet bedtime and free safe browsing blocks are listed. Parental controls are still in beta per TechRadar.5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026QoS can prioritize up to three systems. Guest Access and Parental Controls are in the app.

VPN serveriProtocols the router can serve, to reach the home network from outside. A paid VPN service is not a VPN server.

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VPN clientiProtocols the router can use to connect to an outside VPN server.

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USB applicationsiWhat the USB port can be used for. Cellular modem is a USB 4G or 5G modem used as an internet connection or backup.

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Security

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Wi-Fi securityiEnhanced Open encrypts an open network without a password.

WPA2-Personal, WPA3-Personal3Maker product pageeero.com/en-NZ/technologyRead 20 October 2026Security row: WPA2-AES, WPA3-Personal transition mode. The compliance page calls WPA3 an eero Labs feature.

WPA2-Personal, WPA3-Personal, Enhanced Open (OWE)2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026WPA2/WPA3 Mixed Personal, WPA3 Personal, WPA2 Personal, Enhanced Open Only, Open and Enhanced Open, Open.

Security serviceiThe maker's built-in security service by name, e.g. AiProtection Pro, HomeShield, NETGEAR Armor or eero Plus.

eero Plus1Maker product pageeero.com/shop/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026eero Plus adds Advanced Security, Ad Blocking, Parental Controls, Malwarebytes, 1Password and VPN powered by Guardian.

Cognitive Security2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026Cognitive Security blocks malicious websites and adult content with Fortinet Secure DNS and Cisco OpenDNS. Only one of the two can be active at a time.

Security service costiWhat the service costs after any free trial. Basic free means the basic features are free and the full set needs a subscription. When the free and paid tiers share one name, such as HomeShield, it is basic free. NETGEAR Armor has no free tier after its trial, so it is paid. When the paid tier is a separate add-on, such as eero Plus, it is paid.

Paid13Maker product pageeero.com/support/articles/what-is-eero-plusRead 20 October 2026eero Plus features are exclusive to the subscription and are grayed out in the app without it. The tiers are monthly and yearly.

Free5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026Cognitive Security has a choice of Fortinet Secure DNS or OpenDNS. Unlike Armor, there is no charge for updates.

Automatic firmware updatesiThe router can install firmware updates by itself.

Yes15Maker product pageeero.com/support/articles/how-do-eeroos-updates-workRead 20 October 2026Updates roll out over the air. The eeros can update automatically overnight.

Yes1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026Firmware Auto Update: automatic updates for the latest security patches.2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026The node automatically installs the latest firmware overnight. Automatic Firmware Update must be ON.

Security updates untiliPublished end date of security updates for this model. It is not calculated from a number of years. A published minimum date, such as "at least through" or "or later", counts as the stated date. The source note says it is a minimum and names the region.

31 October 20316Maker product pageeero.com/support/articles/eero-software-security-updatesRead 20 October 2026Table lists eero Max 7 as October 31, 2031 for software security updates at least through, for devices bought on eero.com or Amazon.com. The page says the date is a minimum.

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Smart home

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Thread border router

Yes1Maker product pageeero.com/shop/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026The FAQ says the built-in smart home hub connects Thread devices. Amazon's launch announcement says it acts as a Thread Border Router.2Maker product pageeero.com/support/articles/eero-max-7Read 20 October 202610Press articletechcrunch.com/2023/09/20/amazon-unveils-a-pricey-but-faster-599-00-eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026Includes Matter support, the ability to act as a Thread Border Router and a built-in Zigbee smart home hub.

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Matter controlleriCan add and control Matter devices. Being a Matter device alone does not count.

Yes1Maker product pageeero.com/shop/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026FAQ: Matter and Zigbee devices (as a controller only).2Maker product pageeero.com/support/articles/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026

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Zigbee hubiA built-in Zigbee radio that controls Zigbee smart home devices.

Yes1Maker product pageeero.com/shop/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026FAQ: built-in smart home hub for Zigbee devices as a controller only. The compare table lists Zigbee as Yes.2Maker product pageeero.com/support/articles/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026Zigbee-compatible smart home hub, Thread compatible, Smart Home Hub and Matter compliant.

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BluetoothiVersion of the Bluetooth radio in the router, often used for setup.

5.03Maker product pageeero.com/en-NZ/technologyRead 20 October 2026Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0.4Maker product pageeero.com/legal/complianceRead 20 October 2026Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0 and an 802.15.4 radio (Zigbee, Thread).

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Smart home platformsiSmart home and voice platforms the router works with, e.g. Amazon Alexa or Google Home.

Amazon Alexa1Maker product pageeero.com/shop/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026Control Thread, Zigbee and Matter devices with Alexa. Works with Alexa.2Maker product pageeero.com/support/articles/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026

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Hardware

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System on chipiMain chip or platform as published, e.g. Broadcom BCM4916 or Qualcomm Networking Pro 620. A chip maker name alone, such as Broadcom, is not stored.

Qualcomm Networking Pro 12204Maker product pageeero.com/legal/complianceRead 20 October 2026The block lists a quad-core A73 processor and names no chip. The Qualcomm platform comes from Tom's Guide. Qualcomm's device finder lists the eero Max 7, but its page needs scripts and was not readable.9Measurementtomsguide.com/reviews/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026Specs box and text: Wi-Fi chip Qualcomm Networking Pro 1220, quad-core Cortex A73 processor, 2GB RAM and 4GB flash. The maker publishes no chip name.

Qualcomm Networking Pro 6204Press releaselinksys.com/blogs/press/linksys%C2%AE-introduces-its-first-wifi-7-mesh-system-with-lightning-fast-10-minute-setupRead 15 October 2026Powered by the latest Qualcomm Networking Pro 620 Platform.

CPU cores

43Maker product pageeero.com/en-NZ/technologyRead 20 October 2026Processor row: 2.2 GHz quad-core processor.

41Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026Powerful 1.5 GHz quad-core processor optimized for WiFi 7.

CPU clockiHighest published processor clock.

2.2GHz3Maker product pageeero.com/en-NZ/technologyRead 20 October 2026Processor row: 2.2 GHz quad-core processor.

1.5GHz1Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 20261.5 GHz quad-core processor.

RAMiRouter RAM in GB. When any trusted source prints a GB figure, use it, e.g. 1 GB rather than 1024 MB converted. Convert MB with 1000 MB per GB only when MB is the only figure, e.g. 512 MB is 0.512, and keep the original figure in the source note. Same rule as streaming devices.

2GB3Maker product pageeero.com/en-NZ/technologyRead 20 October 2026Memory row: 2048MB RAM. Tom's Guide and Amazon print 2GB, so 2 is stored.

1GB9Reviewtechradar.com/computing/servers-network-devices/linksys-velop-pro-7Read 15 October 2026Specifications: Memory 1GB SDRAM. Storage is listed as unspecified, so no flash size is stored.

Flash storageiBuilt-in flash memory for the firmware in GB. Convert MB with 1000 MB per GB, as for RAM. A memory card or USB drive does not count.

4GB3Maker product pageeero.com/en-NZ/technologyRead 20 October 2026Storage row: 4GB flash storage.

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Cooling faniA fan inside the unit. Passive cooling does not count.

No9Measurementtomsguide.com/reviews/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026The design has large openings at the bottom and top for passive airflow without a fan.10Press articletechcrunch.com/2023/09/20/amazon-unveils-a-pricey-but-faster-599-00-eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026The new form factor improves its thermal design so it doesn't require a fan.

No5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026The system is passively cooled and never got over 93 degrees Fahrenheit.

Power

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Power supplyiHow the main unit gets power. USB is a USB-C power adapter. PoE is power over an Ethernet cable.

USB3Maker product pageeero.com/en-NZ/technologyRead 20 October 2026Power Supply row: 45W external USB-PD.5Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--ZJZh0I9N--/eb6e5782cfb1303c095e0ee6de2e5a41cbe73910.pdfRead 20 October 2026Power supply: 45W external USB-PD.

External DC adapter2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026A power adapter is in the box for each node.

Rated power inputiDevice input rating as published, in volts and amps.

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12 V, 2.5 A2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026Ports: one power port (12V, 2.5A).3Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/521-enRead 15 October 2026One power port (12V, 2.5A).

Included adapter outputiRated output of the power adapter in the box. This is not power use.

45W3Maker product pageeero.com/en-NZ/technologyRead 20 October 202645W external USB-PD power supply. Amazon names it a 45W USB-C power adapter.5Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--ZJZh0I9N--/eb6e5782cfb1303c095e0ee6de2e5a41cbe73910.pdfRead 20 October 202645W external USB-PD.

30W2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026Package contents: one power adapter per node (12V, 2.5A), so 12 x 2.5 is 30 W.

Power use (typical, claimed)iThe maker's typical or average power use of one unit. A published range, such as 14 to 16 W, is left out.

21.9W7Maker product pageeero.com/support/articles/how-much-power-does-eero-useRead 20 October 2026eero Max 7: 21.9W. The page says eero reports power against the CTA 2049-A test, which reflects typical power consumption for in-home networking equipment. The page gives a maximum for eero 7 and Pro 7 but none for Max 7. Wi-Fi 7 eeros also have an Eco Efficiency mode that lowers consumption.

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Power use (max, claimed)iThe maker's maximum power use of one unit. Power given out over PoE is not included. A published range, such as 14 to 16 W, is left out. A figure measured with the power adapter counts.

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Measured

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Wi-Fi throughput (measured)iTom's Guide throughput, one row per test position. Tool, client, direction and walls are in the source note. Other reviewers' results go in source notes only.

AAmazon eero Max 7

Distance (m)	Band	Connected to	Throughput (Mbps)
4.572	6 GHz	Main unit	1,781
15.24	Not available	Main unit	146.9
22.86	Not available	Main unit	132.7
27.432	Not available	Main unit	16.8
12.192	Not available	Satellite	539.2

Source9Measurementtomsguide.com/reviews/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026Review of 2023-11-17, launch firmware, not stated. Keysight IxChariot simulating 10 active users in a 3,500 sq. ft. home. A OnePlus 11 phone is the named Wi-Fi 7 client for the close-range test. The client for the distance table is not named. Rows are 15 ft (4.572 m) 1.781 Gbps over 6 GHz, 50 ft (15.24 m) 146.9 Mbps, 75 ft (22.86 m) 132.7 Mbps and 90 ft (27.432 m) 16.8 Mbps with the client on the router. The satellite row has the node a floor above the router and the phone 40 ft (12.192 m) down a hallway: 539.2 Mbps. With the second node in the basement 40 ft away the result was 234.9 Mbps, which is not stored. Only the 15 ft row names its band. Tom's Guide later said firmware updates improved performance, so the 2023 figures may be low.

BLinksys Velop Pro 7

Distance (m)	Connected to	Throughput (Mbps)
4.572	Main unit	916.7
15.24	Main unit	453.3
22.86	Main unit	170
27.432	Main unit	12.1
12.192	Satellite	350.7
12.192	Satellite	308.9

Source5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review published 2024-04-29 (Brian Nadel). Client is a Wi-Fi 7 Acer Swift Edge 16 notebook and the benchmark is Keysight IxChariot simulating 10 users. Direct rows: 15 ft (4.572 m) 916.7 Mbps, 50 ft (15.24 m) 453.3 Mbps, 75 ft (22.86 m) 170.0 Mbps and 90 ft (27.432 m) 12.1 Mbps. The text prints the 15 ft figure as 916.7 Gbps, which is a typo for the table's Mbps. Satellite rows: nodes a floor above and a floor below the router with the test system 40 ft (12.192 m) away: 350.7 Mbps upstairs and 308.9 Mbps in the basement. Next to the router it measured 1.678 Gbps with IxChariot, which is not stored. The band is not named. Firmware not stated.

Fastest Wi-Fi throughput (measured)iHighest measured row with the client connected to the main unit. Compare only results from the same reviewer.

1,781Mbps=CalculatedFrom Wi-Fi throughput (measured)

916.7Mbps=CalculatedFrom Wi-Fi throughput (measured)

Wi-Fi throughput through a wall (measured)iTom's Guide throughput at 25 ft through one wall, with the client on the main unit.

789.1Mbps9Measurementtomsguide.com/reviews/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026Room 25 feet from the router through a wall with the client on the router: 789.1 Mbps. Keysight IxChariot.

553.1Mbps5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026Across a 25-foot room and through a wall: 553.1 Mbps. IxChariot, Acer Swift Edge 16 client.

Range (measured)iDistance at which the reviewer's client lost its connection to the main unit.

28.956m9Measurementtomsguide.com/reviews/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026Review gives a 95 foot range (28.956 m).

28.956m5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026Maximum range of 95 feet, which is 28.956 m.

Power use under load (measured)iWall power of the main unit during the reviewer's throughput or saturation test.

19.1W9Measurementtomsguide.com/reviews/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026During the saturation test the router used 19.1 watts and each node 18.2 watts.

11W5Measurementtomsguide.com/computing/routers/linksys-velop-pro-7-reviewRead 15 October 2026All three devices, router or node, consumed 11.0 watts and lacked an idle mode.

Energy use per day (measured)iEnergy the router used over 24 hours of the reviewer's test use. This is not the power at one moment.

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiOne unit in its normal position, with antennas folded flat or removed. Height is bottom to top. For a round unit, width and depth are both the diameter. A size the maker prints with antennas up goes in Dimensions with antennas.

Width183.9Height221.9Depth89.9mm(7.2 × 8.7 × 3.5 in)3Maker product pageeero.com/en-NZ/technologyRead 20 October 2026Size row reads 183.9 x 221.9 x 89.9 mm.4Maker product pageeero.com/legal/complianceRead 20 October 20267.24 x 8.73 x 3.54 in. (183.9 x 221.9 x 89.9 mm).5Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--ZJZh0I9N--/eb6e5782cfb1303c095e0ee6de2e5a41cbe73910.pdfRead 20 October 2026Size: 7.24 x 8.73 x 3.54 in (183.90 x 221.89 x 89.90 mm).

Width95Height221Depth95mm(3.7 × 8.7 × 3.7 in)9Reviewtechradar.com/computing/servers-network-devices/linksys-velop-pro-7Read 15 October 2026Specifications: Dimensions 221 x 95 x 95mm. The LDLC data sheet gives 95 wide, 221 high and 95 deep. Tom's Guide gives 8.7 x 3.7 x 3.7 in.10Retailer pageldlc.com/en/product/PB00608117.htmlRead 15 October 2026Width 95 mm, height 221 mm, depth 95 mm for the MBE7003-KE.

Dimensions with antennasiOne unit with its external antennas up, as the maker prints it.

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WeightiOne unit without power adapter and cables.

1,406g(3.1 lb)3Maker product pageeero.com/en-NZ/technologyRead 20 October 2026Weight row: 1406g (3.1 lbs). The page does not say whether the adapter is included.5Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--ZJZh0I9N--/eb6e5782cfb1303c095e0ee6de2e5a41cbe73910.pdfRead 20 October 2026Weight: 3.1 lbs (1.406 kg).

950g(2.1 lb)9Reviewtechradar.com/computing/servers-network-devices/linksys-velop-pro-7Read 15 October 2026Specifications: 0.95kg / 2lbs, per router. Stored as 950 g. Retailer data may show a gram figure such as 954, which TechRadar rounds.

Wall mountableiThe maker says the unit can be mounted on a wall.

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No2Maker product pagesupport.linksys.com/kb/article/335-enRead 15 October 2026Can the router be wall-mounted? No, wall mounting is not supported.

Certifications

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Wi-Fi Alliance certification IDiCertificate ID in the Wi-Fi Alliance product finder.

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FCC IDiFCC ID of the main unit.

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Other certifications

Zigbee 3.012Certification listcsa-iot.org/csa_product/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026Connectivity Standards Alliance listing for eero Max 7 by Amazon.com Services LLC: Zigbee 3.0, product type End Product, specification 3.0.1, certificate ZIG25143ZB332024-24, certified date printed as 07/01/2025, firmware eeroOS-v6.14.

FCC11Regulatory filingdownloads.linksys.com/support/assets/others/REG_MBE700X_LNKPG-00985_RevA00_US-FCC_v2-FN_Online.pdfRead 15 October 2026Linksys USA regulatory information for the Velop Pro 7 (MBE7000): FCC Part 15 statement for a Class B digital device. It prints no FCC ID.

In the box

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In the boxiItems as the maker lists them for the exact pack.

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Links

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Product page

eero.com/shop/eero-max-71Maker product pageeero.com/shop/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026

www.linksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-71Maker product pagelinksys.com/pages/cutting-edge-wifi-7Read 15 October 2026

Spec sheet

eero.com/support/articles/eero-max-72Maker product pageeero.com/support/articles/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026

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Manual

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EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

3years1Maker product pageeero.com/shop/eero-max-7Read 20 October 2026The page lists a 3-year warranty with 30-day returns. The 2023 datasheet printed a 1-year limited warranty. US site.

3years4Press releaselinksys.com/blogs/press/linksys%C2%AE-introduces-its-first-wifi-7-mesh-system-with-lightning-fast-10-minute-setupRead 15 October 2026All systems come with an extended three-year warranty. The release is from the US company and the warranty period depends on the country of purchase per the support FAQ.

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