NETGEAR Orbi 870 Series Add-on Satellite (RBE870)
Add-on satellite for Orbi 870 Series with WiFi 7. Extends coverage up to 3,000 sq. ft. and supports speeds up to 21 Gbps. Users note easy setup and strong overall coverage, with mixed connectivity experiences
Highlights
- Adds substantial wireless coverage per satellite
- WiFi 7 with high throughput potential
- Security features and auto firmware updates
Pros
- Expands Orbi 870 mesh system
- Adds 3,000 sq ft coverage per satellite
- WiFi 7 performance potential (up to 21 Gbps)
- Built-in security features and automatic updates
- Easy button-based pairing
Cons
- Mixed connectivity experiences reported by users
- Some stability issues noted by a subset of reviews
- Performance depends on existing Orbi setup
Best For
Features
- Adds up to 3,000 sq. ft. of WiFi 7 coverage per satellite for existing Orbi 870 Series systems
- Supports RBE872 and RBE873 compatibility for expansion with push-button setup
- WiFi 7 total throughput up to 21 Gbps for whole-home performance
- Tri-band with Enhanced Backhaul maintains fast speeds across devices
- 4 x 2.5 Gbps Ethernet ports with a 2.5 Gbps wired backhaul option
