Ubiquiti - U6 Mesh Pro

I second this suggestion - the UCG Ultra with U6 Pro ACs is brilliant - more expensive but you get a quality setup

I use a couple Unfi Pro 6 APs and a cloud key + controller. Works great!

I had phone jacks and was able to convert enough of them to Ethernet to get a great Ubiquiti system set up. One u6 in wall, one u6 pro ceiling mounted in a utility closet, and one u6 mesh outdoors. The phone wiring was daisy chained and only some were cat5. But I got 2 working jacks out of it, plus mounted one AP outdoors. And 3 APs is plenty for a ~1800 sq ft house even with old construction and suboptimal AP placement. It’s also possible to fish wires through walls but may be difficult depending on your house. If your basement is unfinished or you have an attic might be easier. If you do have to go mesh without wired backhaul I’d probably just get eero or one of those

Unifi sounds like a good option in this case. Being able to pull out your phone anywhere and see everything that is going on down to the individual port and connected device level is worth the price of admission, even though hardware would be overkill for what they need. The consumer grade mesh systems available simply don't give you that kind of control and visibility. Wired is always better, but for their simple needs, you probably wouldn't notice the difference being on WiFi mesh. Cloud gateway ultra and maybe consider U6- mesh? They have lots of mounting options and work well inside and outside if needed.

I have a similar setup at home. I have a U6 Mesh connected to a USW Flex that is housed in a Flex Utility enclosure. I needed several ethernet ports for the devices i have in an outside gazebo and this worked great. The Flex Utility is waterproof and supplies power to the Flex. The Flex has PoE to power the U6 Mesh. The U6 meshes over 5ghz to another U6 Mesh i have in the house about 50 ft away. I get about 150Mbps to the devices connected to the Flex which is more than enough for what i needed. If i was doing it now, i'd probably go with U7 Outdoor but still use the USW Flex to power it and leverage for more ethernet ports.

My UDR7 replaced two U6 Mesh units, approx 2800 square feet. My UDR7 is upstairs on one side of my home and have complete coverage. I’d start with the UDR7 and see how it goes, you can always add more later.

I use two U6 Mesh. One is wired the other is connected via mesh. It works good.

I'd go Unifi if you're willing to pay for a nice user experience but if you don't want ceiling mounted AP's, the only wifi7 options are the UX7 or the U7 Pro Wall with the table stand. Wifi 6 options have the U6 Mesh but there isn't a U7 mesh yet. An example setup: * Gateway: UCG Fiber * Switch: Flex 2.5G PoE or Non POE depending * APs: UX7 or U7 Pro Wall with Stand

Unifi with a bunch of U6 Mesh or other AP that have 4x4 radios.

I have Unifi for this.

I bet it is fine for people that aren't doing much with their wifi. Having each AP wired is a giant improvement so you're doing people big service.

I’ve fitted Ubiquiti into a couple of multi million pound houses in the UK. So far it’s been very reliable, and the customers are very pleased with the aesthetics. The U6 Mesh is very popular as it’s a sleek looking red bull can style in white.

I’ll just add that I am running U6 Mesh APs, using a single SSID, and have no issues whatsoever with my HomeKit WiFi IoT devices.

I basically have the Cloud Gateway Ultra, U6+ dish and three U6 meshes in a 180m2 house in three floors. Previously I had a google nest + six mesh units to cover the same space. But the Unifi is just vastly more reliable and I can’t think of a single point where google mesh would shine more, except maybe if you rely on google home heavily.

Just for understanding: What do you need mesh for, if you have a wired backhaul? Or do you want to have the mix of 2 hardwired and two mesh nodes? Without any requirements on bandwith: * U6+, U6 Pro or U6 Mesh for the nodes. * 3x Lite 8 PoE Switches (one for backhaul and one for each mesh node) If the backhaul nodes are on each end, it could make sense to get 2x U6Pro for backhaul aund 2x U6 Mesh for meshing. But any other combination would also work I would not recomment the U7 series because of the following: * Mesh only works on 5GHz * U7 seems to have problems with 2.4 GHz IoT devices

Understood. Thanks. Handoff should work well with unifi. Please don't get the Unifi Express. It's underpowered as hell. Depending on the setup and budget, I would suggest at least something like the Lite8 + U6+ on one side and Flex (not mini) + U6+ on the other side.

Just for understanding: What do you need mesh for, if you have a wired backhaul? Or do you want to have the mix of 2 hardwired and two mesh nodes? Without any requirements on bandwith: * U6+, U6 Pro or U6 Mesh for the nodes. * 3x Lite 8 PoE Switches (one for backhaul and one for each mesh node) If the backhaul nodes are on each end, it could make sense to get 2x U6Pro for backhaul aund 2x U6 Mesh for meshing. But any other combination would also work I would not recomment the U7 series because of the following: * Mesh only works on 5GHz * U7 seems to have problems with 2.4 GHz IoT devices

Are you also doing video streaming? If so I would suggest that you hardwire those if you can. I would put the a dream router (2nd floor next to modem) (it has built in wifi) —> POE to other floors and (depends on budget but you could probably get away with U6) you’ll have to get one POE injector as the dream router only has 2 POE ports. Ubiquiti allows you to set up via cloud if you want but you can also go directly from the modem or install their app somewhere on your LAN and push out configuration that way.

I wouldn’t go lower than the 6. I completely understand the want to go frugal. But IT equipment you get what you pay for. The best part of all of this is that when you’re setting up your network you can create a QoS (Quality of Service) profile to prioritize traffic by type and even by client on the network.

This is something you’re going to have to try to see if it works. Yes, two U6 Mesh can mesh with each other with no discernible loss in performance (unless you have like a 500mbps or more connection). However, wirelessly meshing 3 APs is not recommended at all. You’re just going to run out of bandwidth for your clients at that point. TL;DR, 2 APs meshing is okay. 3 is not okay. U6 Mesh Pro is a huge. It’s about the size of 3 U6 Mesh put together. I would avoid it.

This. Omg this. I found this out the hard way. I got U6 and it has an awful signal transmission that feels like can't even penetrate paper. Too late to return it for me. I had to plug my old Netgear nighthawk router to use as AP for the unifi router which has 4x4 and has probably x3 performance of the U6. I ended up using the U6 for the IoT devices and my nighthawk as AP for everything else. Now I am looking into wifi 7 access point/mesh network to compliment my unifi router.

The U6 Mesh is also a good AP option that can just be placed on a desk or whatever. The UDR + a Mesh AP would be a perfect “renter-friendly” setup.

Well you see, it’s a regular UniFi AP in a non conventional form factor. The commenter above was looking for options that don’t require mounting on a wall or ceiling, and that is exactly what the U6 Mesh is for - it can stand alone on a desk for instance. All of UniFi’s APs can utilize a wired or a wireless backhaul, including the U6 Mesh. I never suggested a wireless mesh setup, but simply suggested that that particular AP was a great option for people who may be renting or otherwise not interested in mounting their AP to the wall or ceiling. In any case, your assertion that wireless mesh is always a terrible idea is also a dumb blanket statement. Wired backhaul is always superior, but that doesn’t make wireless backhaul a terrible idea, and there are situations where it can and does work well.

I genuinely have no idea what you’re on about. u/PLAkilledmygrandma ask if there were “standalone” UniFi products that don’t require mounting. u/Melodic_Performer921 replied with the great option of a dream router as a standalone device, and then I chimed in saying that the U6 Mesh (which is the name of the AP that Ubiqutiti chose, not me) would be a great pairing with the UDR for someone who doesn’t want to mount any APs. Obviously the preferred method of connecting said AP to said router would be with a wired backhaul. I never asserted that an apartment was an ideal enviornment for wireless mesh? You just came in making weird assumptions and not adding anything of value to the thread cause you misunderstood what a U6 Mesh was.

You can hook up one unifi AP to the router and mesh off it. you just need the wallwart and an ethernet cable from it to the AP. Not the cleanest but it does work well

Problem 1 you are using the ISP wifi. Those are usually crap and don't allow you to update settings much. Problem 2 the extenders are like mesh in that they are using your own wifi to resend signals. Info to consider: Are you using 5ghz or 2.4ghz signals? Everyone wants the faster 5 ghz but don't consider that these are more affected by walls. If you can use the 2.4ghz your signal will be better. Second you don't want a bunch of your bandwidth eaten up with "back haul" so you need your remote AP(access point) hardwired back to the router. I am a believer in putting the ISP system in passthrough and using your own router/wifi. Option 1 consumer grade. Asus. Get 2 put one at each end of the house. Run a wire between them, one will be your router, the other will be converted to just be an access point. You can set them up in mesh so it's one wifi network and devices can hop as needed. You cannot buy just an AP from Asus, but can get a better and lower cost device. TP link is also good. I avoid everything else. Option 2 Prosumer Get a Ubiquity unifi system. There can be set up simple or go full on and power a football stadium. For home you can get a single unit as the router or one that is router and wifi AP built in, then get a separate dedicated AP for other locations. You can update the AP s as new tech comes out without replacing the working router. GL

If you can get by with the regular Google Wi-Fi, TP-Link, erro, orbi, ECT.. systems. Great! There reasonably priced and reasonably fast.. Heck, there's nothing wrong with using equipment supplied by your ISP as long as the rental fee is reasonable and it works reliably. In some cases, that's free and there isn't a rental fee. True, someone at the ISP has access to your router if you go with their equipment but I'm honestly never come across that being an issue and over 30 years. It either works and people use it or it doesn't and they get their own equipment. If what they're selling in the big box stores is not going to cut it for you, a pretty reliable alternative would be ubiquiti/unifi. Slightly more complicated to set up but in my experience much more reliable, flexible, powerful, works with a broader range of older devices and newer devices, and you don't need to rely on the cloud unless you really want to. Plenty of YouTube videos and help groups as well. If you want something more complicated or expensive.. I don't think you'd be here posting this in the first place and would already have the answers you're seeking lol.

Oh man, this money can get you solid unify setup: [Gateway Max](https://store.ui.com/us/en/products/uxg-max?variant=uxg-max) 2 or 3 [U6 Access Ponits](https://store.ui.com/us/en/category/all-wifi/products/u6-pro) Or maybe something [in wall](https://store.ui.com/us/en/category/all-wifi/products/u6-iw)? Edit: formatting

I had 5 eeros around the house and my pain was that devices took their time switching from AP to AP , getting poor signal even when I was standing next to another hard wired router. You had almost 0 information that's going on on your network. Even with paid subscription, you got a message threat detected, but that's it. No details at all. So I bought Synology router and leave eeros in bridge mode for WiFi only. 6 months later, I got rid of all eeros and got another Synology router. All issues with WiFi coverage were gone. Then I had some extra money and got unify.

Ceiling mounted APs are best. You're beaming down around things and people. And with wood framing and floors, many times you can cover the floor below with good placement. Unifi has them. Eero seems to be designed to site on a counter, desk, end table or maybe mounted on a wall.

You don’t really need mesh if you are doing wired backhaul. Go unifi, the extra money is worth the overall system.

Modular and stable. I’ll never go back to anything else.

Second. I just hard wired my UniFi and I’m blown away from the stability and speed.

Can you get it wired? I like UniFi as a system and MESH.

Yup. If you have a unifi ap, you can just unplug it's ethernet connection and it'll switch over to being a mesh ap.

Just go unifi. Good prosumer stuff. Super extensible. I have everything in my house hardwired but just did my parents place with the cylindrical mesh APs and have been happy with it.

Ubiquiti unify is your best bet for a great mesh system. I have it on my small holding and have good coverage over 2.5 acres

I think Eero would be the most plug and play option. I've used TP-Link and they're decent but unclear political situation / possible ban. Ubiquiti/Unifi if you want to tinker and manage their network remotely (expensive)

UniFi has a great designer tool that will help you figure coverage with the different devices.

If that’s the case get a ubiquiti Unifi system. Gateway plus access points. Best performance per dollar with a wired backhaul

UniFi is the most solid networking platform.

Unifi is no easier/harder than Omada. I'd steer clear of Mikrotik for Wifi unless you *really* know what you're doing.

Unifi gear is not cheap. But I highly recommend it. I installed a wifi 7 pro AP the other day and it's fantastic. Their gear is great but the price tag reflects it. Highly recommend.

https://preview.redd.it/zfn21gdqkpje1.png?width=1080&format=png&auto=webp&s=d05d67faf408c3803282fe2ee0b6f84b32b6a222 I used to have a tp-link mesh system, which died just after the 2 year warranty was up. When comparing new systems, the Unifi was actually a decent price, way more features and control, plus much easier to expand and can handle hundreds of devices. We use these APs at the office, very stable/reliable. You dont need a switch, you could use poe injectors instead. Biggest draw back is running ethernet cables where you want them

If this is for just a single office and there's not a dedicated IT person with experience to manage it, then Unifi is a great entry level option that is relatively easy to configure and manage.

I’ve had UniFi stuff in my house for 5+ years, and yeah, WiFi issues aren’t a thing at my house, and there are no dead zones. I was a bit strategic around where I placed the APs, and I ran Ethernet to all of them except the one in the shed quite a ways from the house (that one is on mesh). I have solid signal anywhere on my property, and haven’t had any issues in the entire 5 years. Haven’t had any “need to reset the router again” moments at all with this. My parents have a UniFi setup as well, and no issues there either.

Absolutely true. I just removed 4 Deco X75s (had zero issues with them - just wanted a more advanced setup with VLANs for a hybrid personal/business network) and 3 Google WiFi pucks (had some issues with these). Everyone talks about issues but I haven’t had any with UniFi or with Tp-Link.

>I want them to be connected in to a seamless mesh network for seamless roaming. So, "mesh" has become an obtuse word in home networking. It's really just wirelessly uplinking to access points when cable can't or won't be used. Seamless roaming is built into wifi, it's not something that is only available in mesh systems - marketing hype has steered the understanding that way. You could set up three access points independently, with the same parameters (SSID, passphrase, security method) and your clients will roam amongst them as needed, seamlessly (meaning, no intervention required by the client to move). What mesh systems do bring is a unified management of access points which allows for certain enhancements to improve roaming (sometimes known as "fast roaming"). It's not super beneficial to home networks, but it's there. So if you're not buying a mesh system, using Ubiquiti UniFi or Omada - which both have a central "controller" - will provide those same features (and arguably better in some ways). Both of these are "prosumer" - a large step up in quality and features. Avoiding "the cloud" is maybe a good thing or maybe bad. With UniFi, you can set up access points standalone with an app that communicates directly with the hardware. Or, for a better setup, you would need the controller which allows more control and statistics. You also need to set up a userid with them, but you do not have to manage your network via, or have it connected to them - you can run it standalone. There are some benefits to the cloud access such as remote access to your controller. I run a full UniFi stack and it's been super reliable and easy to work with. I have a Dream Machine Pro, 5 switches and 4 APs. Since you mentioned PoE also, that's the way to go. I have my setup on a UPS, and everything is powered by a 16-port PoE switch. If the power goes out, everything keeps working off the UPS. The remote switches are also PoE powered, which is quite nice. Edit: spelling and some minor clarification

Just so you know, mesh doesn't bring roaming to wifi - any APs set up with the same authetication configuration (SSID, passphrase, security method) will allow wifi clients to roam amongst them as needed. Mesh uses what setups like Ubiquiti UniFi and commercial networking hardware use to allow *faster* roaming. UniFi would be my recommendation. It doesn't matter what your brother in law thinks.

Unifi mesh is one of the best implementations I have ever seen, not that my experience is massive. It does handoff fairly well and doesnt completely kill the speeds amd bandwith of the network. Most of the people I know with UI mesh setups are very happy with them. Hell, I know a couple of them who had a cable problem and didn't even realize they were on a mesh network for quite a while.

Same here. Moved from Orbi mesh which was unreliable at best. UniFi system easily lets you set up separate SSIDs with whatever channels you want to assign. A lot of the access points can even adjust power and detect the best channel to reduce interference automatically. I haven’t had to think about it since upgrading to this system.

Just tossed my netgear stuff for Ubiquity and couldn’t be happier. My devices no longer connect to whatever random access point it happens to see even if there’s a better one closer. Then they would get stuck on that one even after rebooting. So frustrating.

I dropped off my orbi 970 at UPS today to be returned in favor of my new UniFi stack. It’s no comparison.

It's the way to go. I have 4 unifi aps in my house, a couple in the garages, a couple outside. All hardwired though, no lossy meshing. No kids and wife complaining about wifi.

Second this. Unifi's work beautifully with my FWG. Once my FWG goes, I may switch router to them completely.

If your FTTP NTD is stuck in the garage, don’t expect one giant router to cover the whole property. Even a high-end unit like the ASUS GT-AX11000 Pro will choke once you add 20+ meters, two walls, a wardrobe, and three doors. Wi-Fi 6 is good, but it can’t bend physics. What actually works: Stay ASUS: Another GT-AX11000 Pro in AiMesh mode with 5 GHz-2 dedicated to backhaul. Identical hardware syncs better and avoids a lot of the “AiMesh nightmare” stories. TP-Link Deco X95/X90: Very solid tri-band Wi-Fi 6 kits. Great balance of throughput and reliability. Eero Pro 6E: Simple and stable, though be aware that features like advanced parental controls, ad blocking, and network security sit behind a paid Eero Plus subscription. Stock Eero hardware still covers fine, but the extras aren’t free. Ubiquiti UniFi: Fantastic when you can run wired backhaul. Pure wireless uplink works, but it takes more tuning and often won’t outperform a well-placed consumer tri-band mesh system. Placement > hardware. Don’t leave your main router in the garage. Pull a short Ethernet run inside (adhesive raceways look tidy) and put your main node on the first interior wall. Add a second node halfway to the far corner, and if it’s still weak, a third to finish the chain. On a 1 Gbps NBN plan, a good tri-band mesh should still give you ~400–700 Mbps at the far end. With one lonely router in the garage, you’ll likely see <100 Mbps and dropouts. (Side note: I run FixIT Computer & Tech, a small IT shop in Port Angeles, WA. I see this exact situation all the time—new house, NBN box in the garage, and Wi-Fi disappointment. The fix is almost never “buy the most expensive router,” it’s smart mesh placement and making the backhaul work for you.)

All the unifi access points support mesh just fine. You can set "auto" or pick specific address points to use for priority 1 and 2. I have one of 4 APs with wireless uplink, and have no complaints. It's in my shed and has two wired security cameras attached that are constantly streaming. They also all support 802.11r/k/v for roaming and fast switching, regardless of wired/mesh uplink. These protocols make devices seamlessly switch APs as they move around, and without dropping connections. You can be on a video call and walk around without interruption.

I second this. Went all in and couldn’t be happier. Never had such good coverage and the control you have is insane!

Get omada or unify. Either will make you happy. One ssid for users, one for guests.

Get into the UniFi ecosystem and don’t look back.

I setup my Luddite parents’ multi building rural location with a UniFi system several years ago. It’s been bulletproof ever since, no matter how they try to mess it up.

Another vote for Ubiquiti UniFi.

I’ve used Unifi APs for years with my Firewalla. Another option you might want to investigate is the Firewalla AP7.

Ubiquiti. Join the club. The more you get the more you want.

There are many helpful people in r/Ubiquiti. They could assist with your choices.

I dumped my entire nest and google WiFi mesh network and went Ubiquiti. Best decision I ever made. Period.

Technology aside (I.e. UniFi WiFi 7 better than WiFi 6 with my old Google/nest WiFi setup) the level of network control provided by ubiquiti software is FAR superior to Google home. UniFi tells knows whether problems are with specific clients, APs, or your ISP. I can create VLANs for just cameras and security. Separate ones for business and can filter application etc

UNIFI is your answer. Other answers confirm my opinion.

Ubiquity UniFi, I have two wired APs inside, one outside and two wireless APs outside. They blanket 5+ acres and a 2300 sq. ft. house with WiFi, zero issues.

Ubiquiti Unifi, requirements will depend on layout but I would do UDM Pro router and probably one wired access point on each floor. Very configurable, modular and easy to expand. I have two houses with Unifi mesh setups and virtually never have an issue. When I do, it's the ISP.

Two words, Ubiquiti UniFi. Little more expensive but an excellent, manageable and expandable mesh system. I have installed UniFi in both of my homes with virtually zero issues. One home install is over 5 years old, the other 1 year. Both houses are single level, around 2400 sq.ft. and sit on 5+ acres of property. Running 5 APs, two inside and three outside. Wifi always stable anywhere you go on the property.

This. UniFi if you have a larger budget or Omada if you have a tighter budget. Both are great.

Unifi. Controller in a Debian VM. Done

With Unifi you don't have to have a controller running all the time. You set up the APs with the phone app and they're good to go.  The unifi controller can run on a Raspberry pi, a virtual machine or any x86 computer.

Ubiquiti Unifi. But I want to advice to not use Mesh. It only gives you slowness and problems. Do yourself a favor and disable it from the moment you get it out of the box. I have absolutely ***no*** context for "backhaul". I have no idea what you mean with it.

>backhaul (wired connectivity back to primary router vs. one unit wirelessly feeding another.) I now, finally, have context for the word 'backhaul'. Or just say 'cable connected'. >My TPLink Deco, 3 unit mesh system does not rely on cloud (to function or manage) after it's initial set up. Unifi doesn't require any cloud stuff. Never. If you want, you can, but it's not a requirement. Not for initial setup, nor for management. No cloud account is needed.

Consider access points. I have a unifi system. I have a router that is an access point. Then a cable runs to the other end of the house and there’s an another access point. In another part of the house where I can’t cable I have an access point but it runs as a mesh. One wifi network name. If you move around the house is connects to the strongest signal.

This is my current setup. Three WAPs(Ubiquity unifi) 3 years ago, have already replaced 2 switches and now all my access points are constantly failing. I have a Verizon router that my Apps are hardwired to for each floor. I was only using the WiFi from my APs before it started acting up, I’m currently using the WiFi from the router as a backup for a stable connection. My question is, is the SSID from the router interfering with the APs? If so, how can I resolve this. I’m only using the WiFi for my IoT devices.

I’ll really need your help. I’ve had this issue for the past three years now. A company installed 3 Ubiquiti WAPs for me that are now out of warranty. Have replaced 2 switches that just died and now all of my WAPs are not connecting to the network.

For the average consumer, Eero is a much better fit though. Sure, if you like to tinker or have one off use cases, Unifi is the much better option, but Eero does a great job of providing a product that just works without ever really needing to touch it. I've had Asus, Netgear, Linksys, TP-Link, Google WiFi, and Eero, but I've had meshing issues with all except for Eero. My current setup is Unifi with Eero in bridge mode.

Came here to say Unifi is probably your best best at reasonable management for the non-pro with many of the features one would want for an enterprise deployment.

I think folks that have commented already missed the point that you're not tech-savvy and do not way to deal with complicated setup/ troubleshooting. I would avoid Ubiquiti. It's a great product and I use it. But it requires network know-how the set it up and maintain it. I would recommend Eero. It's a solid performer and designed for the person that isn't tech-savvy and does not want to tinker with the network. Eero has probably the best mesh products on the market today. Depending on your layout/ needs, you could go PoE Gateway + PoE 6 APs. Great for ceiling AP locations. I also use this setup. Alternatively, you can use Max 7 or Pro 6E. Avoid 6/6+ models from Eero.

Ubiquiti Unifi is a good (but pricy) option. Central control, all the features you want while still being quite user friendly, and it allows a combination of mesh and hardwire, which can be good for areas that mesh just won't get.

Unifi for me and nothing else exists.

Unifi's mesh is solid with wiired backhaul tho

II think the best thing you can do for your system is to get a wired backhaul. My UniFi system is far more stable than my TP-link AXE5400 ever was (I had that system previously too) but I think a large part of that is that when I got this new fancy UniFi system it was the kick in the butt I needed to get a hard wired backhaul. I regret nothing because I love my UniFi system.

Don’t make the same mistake as I made and buy one of these pre-packaged mesh systems. They do work great but if you decide you need an extra satellite a year later for more coverage for whatever reason, chances are the model you need is no longer manufactured and the ‘new’ current model isn’t backwards compatible with your setup. Instead buy a long term modular system. There may be others but I’ve been using UniFi’s for a while now and I’ve expanded and updated different bits a few times over the years. I had to learn the hard way after buying two different ‘complete’ mesh systems before, one for home and one for work, neither of which could be upgraded (in practice) a little while later.

Why don't you replace all of APs to UniFi Ubiquiti? They've got the most optimized radios.

Unifi stuff is not very difficult to set up. It’s pretty plug and play. If you WANT to get into the weeds , sure you can do that too. And it’s much easier to troubleshoot if something goes wrong. I used to have Orbi and the web interface is a joke.

This is what I did. Way easier to manage than orbi and much more stable. Also, probably cheaper , but this depends on your needs.

Agree. UniFi is very easy to set up. You download the app, stand next to your new gear and it walks you through everything. Some of the cameras with speakers even talk to you. I was a little apprehensive at first too, but all for nothing.

At that scale, look at prosumer products like TP Link Omada and Ubiquiti UniFi. It should be using a wired back end that also delivers the power to the WiFi via POE switches ( power over ethernet). It'll be centrally controlled and have seamless roaming when you move around the house.

I would recommend Ubiquity over TPLink due to the potential ongoing political issues if you are in the US. Also, build quality for Ubiquity APs is better. You so not need to run their controller software 24/7. You can just run it to set up and uodate firmware. My main network router and switch is Mikrotik and love them. I woukd nit rrcommend their APs, though. Not as giid of performance on those.

Unifi from Ubiquiti. You’ve got the wire to the small out building already. You can poe power what you need out there for wifi easily and with the new stuff they just dropped you have a lot of options. I left orbi for unifi. It’s not perfect but it’s been a lot better than orbi ever was.

I did not like my orbi setup. Buggy POS for me riddled with terrible firmware releases they kept having to apologize for. I moved on to unifi and while it’s not a panacea… it’s a damn sight better than orbi.