Netgear Orbi 370 Series WiFi 7 Dual-Band Mesh System

Netgear Orbi 370 Series WiFi 7 Dual-Band Mesh System

Netgear Orbi 370 Series (WiFi 7 Dual-Band Mesh System) is Netgear’s most affordable WiFi 7 mesh system (launched mid-2025). It’s a solid entry-level option for whole-home coverage, focusing on reliable performance without the premium price of tri-band Orbi models.

Key Features

• WiFi Technology: Dual-band WiFi 7 (2.4 GHz + 5 GHz) with Multi-Link Operation (MLO) — no dedicated 6 GHz band.
• Speeds: Up to 3.6–5 Gbps combined (BE5000 class), ~1.7x faster than WiFi 6 in real-world use.
• Coverage:
  • 2-pack: Good for smaller homes.
  • 3-pack: Up to 6,000 sq. ft. (around 360–550 m²).
  • 4-pack: Up to 8,000 sq. ft.
• Devices Supported: Up to 70 simultaneously.
• Ports: Router unit has 1× 2.5Gbps WAN + 1× 2.5Gbps LAN; each satellite has 1× 2.5Gbps LAN.
• Other: 360° antenna design, easy Orbi app setup, built-in VPN, parental controls, NETGEAR Armor security (subscription for advanced features), guest network.

Models / Packs

• RBE372 (2-pack: Router + 1 Satellite)
• RBE373 (3-pack: Router + 2 Satellites) — most popular
• Add-on satellites (RBE370) available

Slim white tower design with internal antennas.

Pros

• Great price-to-performance for WiFi 7.
• Strong coverage and stable connections for streaming, gaming, and video calls.
• Multi-gig 2.5G ports for future-proofing.
• Easy setup and management via the Orbi app.
• Reliable for medium-to-large homes with many devices.

Cons

• Dual-band only (no 6 GHz) → misses some advanced WiFi 7 features like 320 MHz channels and maximum top speeds.
• Limited LAN ports (may need a switch for wired devices).
• Advanced security/parental controls require a subscription (NETGEAR Armor).
• Not ideal for very high-end multi-gigabit needs or extremely dense device environments.