Range Extenders

Range Extenders at Maplin

What is a Range Extender?

Internet range extenders, also called Wi-Fi extenders or repeaters, are devices designed to improve wireless coverage in areas where your Wi-Fi signal is weak or inconsistent. They work by receiving the existing signal from your router and rebroadcasting it, effectively extending the network’s reach to rooms or floors that are far away or blocked by walls, furniture, or other interference. While they don’t increase your internet speed itself, they can make your connection more reliable in previously hard-to-reach spots, helping reduce dropped connections and slow loading caused by poor signal strength.

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FAQ

What does a Wi-Fi range extender do?


It expands the coverage of your existing Wi-Fi network by rebroadcasting your router’s signal to areas with weak or no connectivity.

Where should I place a range extender?


Ideally halfway between your router and the area with poor signal, where it can still receive a strong connection from the router.

Will a range extender make my internet faster?


No—extenders don’t increase your internet speed. They improve signal strength and reliability, which can make connections feel faster in previously weak areas.

Do range extenders work with any router?


Most modern extenders are compatible with standard Wi-Fi routers, but it’s always best to check for compatibility with your specific router model.