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The Vilo Mesh Wi-Fi System is best for medium/large homes with modest data needs, offering a fairly extensive range and an easy setup. However, download speeds are underwhelming for 8K, AR, and VR streaming.
Launched in 2021, the Vilo Mesh Wi-Fi System is a budget-friendly dual-band router operating on 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands but utilizes the older Wi-Fi 5 technology. Like the best routers, it can connect to 40 devices and covers 1500 square feet per unit. Its various security modes include WPA and WPA2 but lack an in-built VPN.
The router features 1 WAN/LAN and 2 LAN ports, houses four internal antennas, and supports wired and wireless backhaul. The system also incorporates MU-MIMO data streaming parental controls and connects to the Vilo mobile app for setup.
Consensus
our Verdict
The Vilo Mesh Wi-Fi System has a modest throughput of 347Mbps, making it suitable for fairly low data-consuming homes. However, it provides a reliable connection with minimal dead zones within its substantial 4500 square feet of coverage (per three-pack). While the signal strength is acceptable for 4K gaming and streaming, connecting multiple devices consuming excessive data will slow the speeds. Moreover, the slow download speeds of 140Mbps on the 5GHz band make it rank last on our certified tested routers.
The Vilo app boasts a user-friendly interface, facilitating quick setup. However, parental controls are limited to scheduling internet access timings and enabling or disabling access. There is no feature to filter age-specific content. Additionally, the absence of Quality of Service means you can’t effectively manage network traffic, and the system lacks anti-malware to block malicious activities.
ReasonS to Buy
Average Wi-Fi speed
The Vilo Mesh Wi-Fi System is built for low data requirements in medium to large-sized homes, delivering great performance for web surfing and basic home networking tasks.
Competitive gaming and 4K and VR streaming are possible, too, but only with limited devices connected. Its dual-band network achieves a relatively slow throughput of 347Mbps, and while it’s not big on speed, its mesh network provides a usable connection across your home.
Fairly wide range
The Vilo Mesh Wi-Fi System options come in a single or three-pack, which ensures a limited coverage of 1500 square feet or a moderately large 4500 square feet coverage.
Easy setup
The no-frills Vilo app is easy to use, especially if you find router setup intimidating. It provides clear step-by-step instructions to get your routers up and running.
Reason to Avoid
Poor download speeds
Its slow download speed of 140Mbps over 5GHz places it last among our verified tested routers. Still, it will suffice for 4K and VR streaming and is just adequate for competitive gaming as long as no additional devices are connected.
Lacks strong parental/safety controls
While you can enable or disable internet access for connected devices and schedule internet access timings, there are no more advanced age-based content filters.
Moreover, the router lacks QoS for device prioritization and crucial security features like anti-malware to protect your home network.
Vilo Mesh Wi-Fi System Specs
# of LAN Ports
3
# of Phone Ports
n/a
# of WAN Ports
1
App Compatible
Yes
Available Storage
16MB
Band Technology
Dual
Data Encryption Type
WPA, WPA2
Energy Star Certified
No
Frequency Bands
2.4 GHz, 5.0 GHz
Integrated Modem
No
LAN Ports
3 Gb Ethernet
MU-MIMO Support
Yes
Mesh System
Yes
Number of Antennas
4
Parental Controls
Yes
Processor Cores
Dual
Processor Speed
0.8Ghz
Quality of Service Prioritization
No
WiFi Range
4500 sq. ft
WiFi Speed
0.825 Gb, 0.867 Gb
Wired Speed
Unknown
Wireless Standard
AC, N
All Specs
Test Results
These are the most important criteria to test for Routers based on our comprehensive Testing Methodology.
2.4 GHz Download speed (Mbits/s)
0
2.4 GHz Upload speed (Mbits/s)
0
5 GHz Download speed (Mbits/s)
140
5 GHz Upload speed (Mbits/s)
0
Router Range (ft)
0
Latency (ms)
0
6 Ghz Download speed (Mbits/s)
0
6 Ghz Upload speed (Mbits/s)
0
All Tests
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Launched in 2021, the Vilo Mesh Wi-Fi System is a budget-friendly dual-band router operating on 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands but utilizes the older Wi-Fi 5…
Launched in 2021, the Vilo Mesh Wi-Fi System is a budget-friendly dual-band router operating on 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands but utilizes the older Wi-Fi 5 technology. Like the best routers, it can connect to 40 devices and covers 1500 square feet per unit. Its various security modes include WPA and WPA2 but lack an in-built VPN.
The router features 1 WAN/LAN and 2 LAN ports, houses four internal antennas, and supports wired and wireless backhaul. The system also incorporates MU-MIMO data streaming parental controls and connects to the Vilo mobile app for setup.
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