Everything you need to know about the Joowin Wi-Fi Extender [A Review]

Among the most ideal network devices to eliminate ‘Wi-Fi dead spots’ throughout your home are mid-to-high end Wi-Fi range extenders. If you are constantly having connectivity issues such as dropping Wi-Fi signals when you roam around your house, a worthy investmentto extending your Wi-Fi coverage would be purchasing the Joowin Wi-Fi extender.

For some time, I have been looking for a Wi-Fi range extender to fill in as a more affordable option to purchasing a new router so that I can expand the Wi-Fi coverage in my home. After sifting through multiple buying guides, I settled for the Joowin Wi-Fi extender whose performance I am impressed with. It provides me with a relatively easy way deliver Wi-Fi to my devices without having to run cables throughout my home.

Aside from that, it matches my router’s specs and it blends comfortably into the design and layout of my home. At the same time, it provides me with a fast, stable and secure network at all times. I am even able to establish wired connections to my devices and not worry about my network stability or speed difficulties as it works seamlessly to ensure optimal performance in my home network.

Joowin Wi-Fi extender Review and Breakdown

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The Joowin Wi-Fi extender has been designed to help you easily navigate through a shaky Wi-Fi connection throughout your home. It has been developed with the 802.11 ac/Wi-Fi 5 to expand your already existing Wi-Fi coverage and boost your signal strength. It is a dual band range extender supporting the 2.4 and 5.8 GHz frequency bands and it delivers theoretical throughput speeds of 1200 Mbps to your connected devices. It boosts and extends your Wi-Fi signal over a range of up to 2000 square feet. It automatically switches your devices to the high quality band for optimal performance of all your high bandwidth activities such as online gaming and HD streaming among others.

It features four 3dBi high-gain external antennas which provide you with seamless whole-home coverage. In addition to that, it is fitted with a smart indicator which helps you find the best location to set it up and get the best connection. Depending on your Wi-Fi needs, you are able to choose either to ‘combine Wi-Fi’ or sync your device’. These upgraded functions allow the Joowin Wi-Fi extender to choose the fastest connection path for your devices. It further supports router, repeater and access point mode. For safety purposes, it features over-current protection, over-voltage protection, short circuit protection and temperature protection. Also, it is compatible with any router or network that supports the 802.11 a/b/g/n.

On the negative side, the Joowin Wi-Fi extender may not be ideal for homes with multiple floors and may be difficult to configure when they are many in the same network.

What we liked;

• It provides you with a stable Wi-Fi signal
• It automatically selects the fastest connection path for your Wi-Fi activities
• It is compatible with most routers
• It features a simple 8-second set up
• It is a completely safe device for your network and your home

What we didn’t like;

• It is not the best investment for homes with multiple floors
• It becomes difficult to set up and configure multiple Joowin Wi-Fi extenders

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Joowin Wi-Fi Extender Specifications

Model	Joowin Wi-Fi extender
Wi-Fi technology	802.11 ac
Speed bandwidth	Up to 1200 Mbps
Range Coverage area	Up to 2000 square feet
Frequency band	2.4 and 5.8 GHz (dual)
Operating temperatures	0 – 40 ° C
Wireless encryption	WPS
Availability	Check price

Joowin Wi-Fi Extender Features

Design and Structure

The Joowin Wi-Fi extender comes in a simplistic design and a white color which blends into the design of your home. It is a plug-in network device with four external antennas towards the top. It has its size dimension at 20.8 x 9.9 x 7.6 inches which can fit perfectly into the standard power outlets of any home and it weighs about 240g that allows for its portability during deployment.

In addition to that, it comes with a single Ethernet port (WAN/LAN) port which allows it to act as a wireless adapter to turn your wired network device into a wireless one. Through the Ethernet port, you can connect your smart TV, computer, gaming console or multimedia player and access a fast wired connection. It features air ventilation spaces on both sides which have been designed to enhance heat dissipation and so that it can ensure a safer working environment for you. This means that you do not have to worry about issues such as overheating or short circuits at any point of its lifetime.

It features a smart LED Wi-Fi signal indicator which is designed to help you find the best extending location. The first light from the bottom indicates a weak signal, the middle one indicates a general signal and the last one towards the top indicates a strong Wi-Fi signal.

Speed and Performance

The Joowin Wi-Fi extender provides you with maximum theoretical speeds of up to 1200 Mbps to all your connected devices. The bandwidth speeds are distributed as300 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz frequency band and up to 867 Mbps on the 5.8 GHz frequency band. When it comes to its dual band operation, its 2.4 GHz has been designed for farther penetration and the 5 GHz band has been designed for faster speeds. For this reason, it has an automatic sync feature which chooses the fastest band and the best connection path for your Wi-Fi activities.

For optimal performance, the Joowin Wi-Fi extender features 3 in 1 working modes, that is, AP mode, Repeater mode and Router mode. Access point mode allows your multiple Wi-Fi devices to share the same network and repeater mode expands the coverage of your already existing Wi-Fi network in such a way that it entirely eliminates dead spots around your home. Router mode on the other hand, allows you to create a wireless network and share the network you have created to your Wi-Fi devices.

Range and Capacity

The Joowin Wi-Fi extender has been designed to extend Wi-Fi coverage over a range of up to 2000 square feet. It features four 3dBi high performing antennas which ensures a stable Wi-Fi signal throughout your home and allows for exceptional long-range performance of your connected devices. A distance beyond this however, may affect the stability of your network as network connectivity issues such as dropping signals and lost internet connections may arise. This is more or less the reason as to why it is not ideal for multiple stories homes.

Setup and Configuration

The Joowin Wi-Fi extender features a very simple 8-second setup and configuration process.  All you would need to do is to plug it into your power outlet, switch it on using the buttons on the side and wait for about 60 seconds before you connect Wi-Fi 2G or 5G. Once this is done, you would need to key in its default name and password and then scan Wi-Fi around your house and combine it to your network.

Who is it best suited for?

The Joowin Wi-Fi extender is suitable for small to medium sized homes with smart devices. Additionally, it is fit for homes that are invested in Wi-Fi activities that use high bandwidth such as HD video streaming, large file sharing and online gaming.

Are there any alternatives to the Joowin Wi-Fi Extender?

Yes. Among the alternative Wi-Fi extenders is the BrosTrend AC1200 Wi-Fi booster, the NETGEAR AC1200 range extender and the UTOBP Wi-Fi range extender.

Features of the alternative Wi-Fi extenders

Model	BrosTrend AC1200	NETGEAR AC1200	UTOBP
Wi-Fi technology	802.11 ac	802.11 ac	802.11 ac
Speed bandwidth	Up to 1200 Mbps	Up to 1200 Mbps	Up to 1200 Mbps
Range Coverage area	Up to 2000 square feet	Up to 1200 square feet	Up to 1800 square feet
Frequency band	2.4 and 5 GHz (dual)	2.4 and 5 GHz (dual)	2.4 and 5 GHz (dual)
Operating temperatures	0 – 40 °C	0 – 40 °C	0 – 40 °C
Wireless encryption	WPS	WPS	WPS
Availability	Check price	Check price	Check price

Verdict: So, should you get the Joowin Wi-Fi extender?

Yes. The Joowin Wi-Fi extender provides you with exceptional long-range performance and delivers fast throughput speeds to all your connected devices. It is a worthy investment because it is a guarantee of a stable and reliable network throughout your home. Additionally, it is a more affordable option to purchasing a whole new router when you would want to expand the Wi-Fi coverage in your home.

FAQs

Which direction should I place the external antennas of my Joowin Wi-Fi extender to get the better Wi-Fi coverage?

To get the best Wi-Fi coverage and make the most of your Wi-Fi signal, you should ensure that the external antennas are pointing upwards.

Can I connect a LAN cable from my Joowin Wi-Fi extender when on router mode to create a remote Wi-Fi signal?

Yes, you can. However, you should always acknowledge that the LAN cable has the potential to weaken the Wi-Fi signal.