Netgear EX3700
Score: 65/100
Netgear EX6120
Score: 73/100Rankings
The Netgear EX6120 is a compact AC1200 wall-plug extender offering up to 1.2 Gbps and covering about 139 sqm, with a low price and easy WPS setup. It lacks seamless mesh roaming and provides only a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port, limiting wired performance. Best suited for budget-conscious users targeting specific dead zones.
The Netgear EX3700 is an AC750 dual-band extender covering roughly 93 sqm with up to 750 Mbps and featuring two external antennas for directional boost. Its real-world throughput is reduced and it offers only a single Fast Ethernet port with no advanced features. Suitable for small-to-medium homes needing basic Wi-Fi extension.
| Attribute | | |
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93 sqm | 139 sqmbest | |
750 Mbps | 1,200 Mbpsbest | |
1best | 1best | |
2best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 15 Wbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 0.13 kgbest | 0.13 kgbest |
0 years | 1 yearsbest |
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Performance(2) | ||
Coverage Area (sqm) | 93 sqm | 139 sqm |
Maximum Throughput (Mbps) | 750 Mbps | 1200 Mbps |
Network(2) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11ac, 802.11n | 802.11ac |
Security Protocols | WEP, WPA, WPA2 | WPA/WPA2-PSK, WEP |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Dimensions (H × W × D) (mm) | 55.1x39.1x67.1 mm | 55.17x67.17x39 mm |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 0 years | 1 years |
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Professional reviewers praise the EX3700 for its straightforward plug-and-play installation, compact wall-plug form factor, and effective external antennas that clear typical dead zones. They acknowledge the expected speed halving inherent to extenders and note that its 1,000 sq ft coverage and 750 Mbps ceiling make it best suited for modest-size homes, while more demanding users may prefer higher-end models.
Everyday users overwhelmingly appreciate the easy setup and noticeable improvement in weak-signal areas such as upstairs rooms or guest spaces, often citing the Ethernet port for stable wired connections. However, many report occasional drop-outs with specific devices, reduced speeds at the edge of coverage, and a decline in performance after initial use, leading to mixed but generally positive sentiment.
Professional reviewers praise the EX6120 for its low price, compact design, and reliable AC1200 performance that comfortably handles HD streaming and casual gaming. They note the straightforward WPS-based setup and the useful Ethernet port, but criticize the lack of seamless mesh integration, limited throughput for heavy workloads, and the absence of a dedicated management app, positioning it as a solid mid-range extender rather than a premium solution.
Everyday users appreciate the affordable price, discreet plug-in form factor, and ease of setup, reporting that it reliably covers dead zones for HD streaming and casual gaming. Common complaints focus on speed loss at longer distances, the separate SSID causing occasional device switching, and the missing dedicated app for fine-tuned control.
