Google Nest WiFi Point
Score: 65/100
Cudy AC1200
Score: 71/100Rankings
The Cudy AC1200 AP1300 is a dual-band Wi-Fi 5 access point delivering up to 867 Mbps on 5 GHz and 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz, with MU-MIMO, beamforming and IP65 outdoor durability. Its reliance on Wi-Fi 5 and a single Ethernet port may limit performance in high-density or future-proof scenarios. Ideal for small-business or home deployments that need a rugged, budget-friendly AP with mesh capability.
Google Nest Wifi Point is a mesh satellite that adds up to 1,600 sq ft of Wi-Fi 5 coverage and includes a built-in Google Assistant speaker. It lacks an Ethernet port and is limited to Wi-Fi 5 speeds, which can affect performance in dense networks. Perfect for Google-ecosystem homes seeking simple expansion with voice control.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 867 Mbpsbest | |
149 sqmbest | 100 sqm | |
— | 300 Mbpsbest | |
— | 1best | |
2best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 15 W | 5 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | — | 18 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | 350 gbest | 480 g |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Network(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11ac | Wi‑Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
Performance(1) | ||
Coverage Area (sqm) | 149 sqm | 100 sqm |
Power & Power Supply(2) | ||
Power over Ethernet (PoE) | false | true |
Power Consumption (W) | 15 W | 5 W |
Design & Build(2) | ||
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 102.2×87.2×102.2 mm mm | 500x280x500 mm mm |
Weight (g) | 350 g | 480 g |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 1 years | 2 years |
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Professional reviewers commend the Nest Wifi Point for its sleek design, effortless integration with the Google Home ecosystem, and reliable mesh performance that delivers up to 25% better coverage than earlier Google Wifi models. However, they criticize its reliance on Wi-Fi 5, the absence of Ethernet ports on the satellite, and the modest audio quality of the built-in speaker, noting these shortcomings make it feel dated compared to Wi-Fi 6 competitors.
Everyday users consistently praise the point's straightforward app setup and the way it fills dead zones in larger homes, as well as the convenience of having Google Assistant built in. Recurring complaints focus on occasional connectivity hiccups in very crowded device environments, the speaker's limited sound output, and the lack of easy guest-network isolation without additional router configuration.
Professional reviewers commend the Cudy AP1300 for delivering strong dual-band throughput, handling over 100 connections smoothly, and offering versatile power and mounting options. The inclusion of a centralized controller and Mesh capability is seen as a solid value proposition for small-business and home deployments, especially where outdoor coverage is needed.
User-generated feedback is scarce, but the limited comments that appear are generally positive, noting reliable multi-device performance and satisfaction with the outdoor-ready version. No major recurring complaints were identified in the available sources.
“eliminating dead zones in 2,000+ sq ft homes”
“impressive dual-band speeds (867+300 Mbps) across multiple devices, handling over 100 connections seamlessly”
