Luma Vs Eero Vs Open Mesh- Three different approaches to Wi-Fi solution
Wi-Fi technology uses radio waves to provide network connectivity; the wireless technology allows internet-enabled devices to interface with the internet.
Different Wi-Fi devices have been developed and configured to enhance signal strengths in the home, office, or other business establishments. Installation of the internet in business establishments is now a marketing point where entrepreneurs offer free Wi-Fi as a marketing strategy to attract people to their restaurants and shops. Installation of the various Wi-Fi devices is one thing but achieving greater connectivity and strong Wi-Fi signals is another.
The latter is however dependent on your Internet Service Provider, which is the speeds, offered by the package that you subscribe to and whether they match the speeds that is offered by your Wi-Fi devices. The significance of the above is that if your ISP does not match with that of your Wi-Fi device then you might experience latency. We will, therefore, have a look at three (Luma, Eero & Open mesh) Wi-Fi solution providers to help you select the best for your needs.
What are the differences between Luma, Eero, and Open mesh?
Model |
Luma |
Eero (Winner) |
Open mesh |
Speeds |
22mpbs-Upload speeds
121mbps-download speeds |
240mbps-Upload speeds at 2.4GHz
600mbps-Download speeds at 5GHz
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25.90mbps-Upload Speeds
290.63mpbs-Download speeds |
Coverage |
3pack offers 2000 to 3000sq. ft. |
3-pack offers 5,000 sq. ft. |
4,800sq. ft. |
Luma Vs Eero Vs Open Mesh -What are the main differences?
Speeds
Wi-Fi points have different capacities when it comes to the upload and download speeds; however, as you might have noticed from the information above is that the upload speeds on all the Wi-Fi points are a bit lower when compared to the download speeds. Well, the reason behind the above is that many people rarely upload information unless it is in an office environment, so most activities revolve around downloading movies, games, music, and other media.
And that is why the download speeds tend to be more than the upload speeds. So, of the three Wi-Fi points the Eero offers much higher upload and download speeds followed by the Open-Mesh at 290.63 downloads and 25.90 uploads. The least performing is the Luma, which offers 121mpbs download speeds and 22mpbs upload speeds. However, it is important to keep in mind that if you are to achieve the above speeds including the least offered by Luma then your ISP should offer the same.
Coverage
Wi-Fi points offer mesh coverage wherever they are deployed, so if you want extensive coverage then you will have to deploy more Wi-Fi points and that is why they come in sets of either two or three. By investing in a Luma 3 pack, you will be able to achieve extensive coverage of up to 2,000 to 3,000 sq. ft., so the only thing to put into consideration is the layout of your home and deployment.
And if your area of deployment is more than 3,000 sq. ft. then you can add more Wi-Fi points to the router for additional coverage. The Open mesh will offer up to 4,800 sq. ft. coverage, meaning that instead of investing in more Wi-Fi points for the Luma, you could simply upgrade to the Open mesh.
The Eero mesh Wi-Fi system is the best performer in terms of coverage when compared to the Open mesh and the Luma. An Eero 3 pack will thus give you a whopping 5,000 sq. ft. coverage. The above will be best for individuals who want to give their homes a Wi-Fi hug that extends to both the back and the front yard. Off all the mesh Wi-Fi devices Eero offers the best speeds thus can allow smart roaming without compromising on the speeds and range coverage.
Capacity
The capacity of a home mesh Wi-Fi point is of paramount importance mainly because some allow users to utilize the guest network. Well, the above is only possible with routers or Wi-Fi points that can comfortably accommodate many devices without interrupting the signal strengths. So for the Luma, you have been allowed to connect at least 10 devices at a time, but keep in mind the above number will go down once the connected devices are engaged in bandwidth-intensive activities.
The Open Mesh Wi-Fi system, on the other hand, offers quite a large capacity in terms of the devices that can be connected to the same network at one time. 255 is thus the recommended number for faster Wi-Fi signals but in case some devices will be engaging in higher bandwidth activities like HD streaming or online gaming then you can use the prioritization option to ensure that the other devices that are utilizing the low bandwidth activities don’t experience latency.
When it comes to capacity the Eero home mesh Wi-Fi devices have been outdone by the Open mesh, because Eero can only cater to 128 devices at a time, with the numbers dropping down to 30 if other devices are onto bandwidth-intensive activities. With the above in mind, it would be safe to say that the Open mesh does accommodate more users because, at 255, you can expect the numbers to go down to 50 if some devices are engaged in higher bandwidth activities.
Luma vs Eero vs Open Mesh- A comparison Overview
Luma Whole Home WiFi (3 Pack – White)
- Fastest home on the block: Ultra-fast WiFi delivered to every square inch of your house. No dead zones....
- Serious security: All-day, every-day security automatically scans and neutralizes any virus or malware,...
Luma works to create the perfect mesh in your home regardless of its size and shape, the unit will cater to all the deadzones and keep the network running at full speed, all the time and on its own. If you have been using the Wi-Fi points then you must be familiar with the problem of switching in between networks, as you move from one Wi-Fi point location to the other.
Luma, therefore, offers a seamless experience as you roam while connected to the network. The Wi-Fi point will, therefore, secure your device, neutralize any threats automatically, and still give you autonomous control over your network. For example, you can set up the smarter parenting feature and proceed to set a user rating option for all the people that are connected to your network.
The above allows you to limit all the inappropriate material that your users may accidentally stumble upon while browsing the internet. Other options are such as pausing the internet, granting access to the guests, and prioritization of devices. The above functions will be accessed from the Luma app and does not require one to be close to the Wi-Fi points for their customization needs to be successful.
What we like
- Equipped with serious security features
- Has incorporated the smarter parenting option
- Allows full customization by the user and offers greater control remotely
What we don’t like
- The access point continuously goes offline
- The nodes cannot be relied upon for the long haul
Eero Pro Mesh Wifi System
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Eero is your one home Wi-Fi solution for either entertainment or work. Products from Eero have been known to offer the best performance when it comes to matters connectivity. So by deploying the eero Wi-Fi points in your home, you can expect comprehensive coverage with fast signal strengths to all the devices connected to the network.
Better yet is that the Eero Wi-Fi points have been designed to work with your pre-existing modem and whichever Internet Service Provider (ISP) that you are using. And for the less tech-savvy, eero has made installation set up and use a smooth and easy process, in that you will just plug and play. The above flexible option gives users the freedom to create a set up that will perfectly fit their connected home.
What we like
- Obliterate the need to use your Wi-Fi router, extender or booster
- The mesh network will blanket your home via the True mesh advanced technology that leverages several wireless access points to offer the perfect internet experience.
- Set up is quick and easy
What we do not like
- Doesn’t offer a great Wi-Fi throughput
- Users with ios devices experience problems especially when roaming between beacons
Open Mesh
- CLOUD MANAGED: Build, manage and monitor your entire network from any browser or mobile device with a...
- POWER YOUR DEVICES: Power access points and other passive PoE-compatible devices on the network with two...
Open Mesh has raised the bar quite high for the other competitors in the industry, for example, it is one of the easiest units to deploy, and users can, therefore, enjoy a secure wired and wireless network either from one or many sites. And remember all the above can be done from a single cloud-based dashboard.
And while other Wi-Fi units have restrictions on deployment, the Open mesh gives users the freedom to deploy the units in the areas that they are the most comfortable with, be it in the ceiling of your living room, or at the back or the front yard. The incorporated mesh technology will provide you with comprehensive Wi-Fi that obliterates all the dead zones.
What we like
- Allow users to roam throughout the network without experiencing slow speeds
- Allows the creation of private and public networks
- All the control options have been consolidated in one mobile application
What we do not like
- Problems with the firmware update
- distinguishing the colors provided by the led indicator lights is a problem
Conclusion
Whatever your Wi-Fi needs are, either the Luma, Eero, or Open mesh should be able to solve them. All of the above-mentioned Wi-Fi units work uniquely to satisfy different categories of users.
Verdict: Which is better? The Luma, Eero or the Open mesh
Of all the reviewed Wi-Fi points the Eero has outdone the other two because it can offer faster speeds and wider coverage.
FAQ’s
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Does my Luma device support wired backhaul?
Luma supports Ethernet backhaul but it doesn’t support set up on this kind of medium
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Is my Open Mesh susceptible to any security risk?
Cybercrimes are on the increase with new hacking methods being developed every day, therefore, to be on the safe side you could use HTTPS for encrypting the web browser traffic, encrypted email, and Signal for secure communications.
