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rhg76
Tutor
Nov 28, 2025

Is an upgrade worth it?

Hi there

 

Background

 

I have a RBR50 in AP mode, connected to 4 x satellites (RBS50) in my 5500 sq feet, 3 storey house.

 

We just about get coverage across the whole house but it doesn't stretch to our garage which is only 3 metres from the house.

 

We also have rubbish internet connection as we live in the sticks (no fibre). Getting download speeds of 44mbps download / 11mbps upload.

 

Question

 

Is it worth me upgrading to the newer models? Dual, Tri or Quad? The 970 series says it will cover 8200 sq feet with just a 3 pack.

 

Or could I try adding a 5th RBR50 satellite?

 

Any advice / lived experience welcome.

 

TIA

orbi 970 series

1 Reply

  • CrimpOn's avatar
    CrimpOn
    Guru - Experienced User
    Nov 28, 2025

    Depending on the composition of the house and garage walls (brick? metal?), it may be difficult to get a satellite in the garage to link with the existing systems in the house.  5G WiFi does not penetrate dense materials all that well.

     

    With a 44mbps internet feed, new WiFi technology will not make much of a difference in performance.

     

    p.s.  The marketing hype about speed and coverage is not something I would take seriously.