How to choose a mesh system - what ASUS ZenWiFi offers in 2025

Author Maximum Games, 28 2025 June. Published in IT market

Traditional routers are great for many homes, but they can't always handle the challenges of complex home layouts - multiple floors, thick walls, a separate garage, or open spaces. In such cases, Wi-Fi dead zones often occur. And no matter how hard you try to place a regular router, it's difficult to provide stable coverage in every room. Mesh systems can be the most convenient solution in this situation.

ASUS' ZenWiFi series offers a wide range of such routers that effectively eliminate dead zones and meet different needs, from design to throughput requirements.

How Mesh Routers Work: Reliable Internet in Every Corner

The performance of a home Wi-Fi network is affected by many factors: the speed of the Internet from the provider, the number of connected devices, the wireless standard and, most importantly, the distance to the router. The further you are from the device, the weaker the signal.

One way to combat dead zones is to install a repeater, but this often reduces connection speed. ZenWiFi mesh systems instead consist of several nodes located around the perimeter of the home. They automatically select the best signal source and seamlessly transmit the connection to the client between themselves, forming a single network with a single SSID. Backhaul is used to communicate between nodes - a wireless or cable channel that provides high speed and stability of the connection throughout the home.

High speed and style in one case

Since routers are placed in regular living rooms, it is important that they fit harmoniously into the interior. That is why ZenWiFi models feature a discreet but elegant design with smooth shapes, hidden antennas and classic color options - white or black.

WiFi 7 ushered in a new era of wireless connectivity with ultra-fast speeds, low latency, and massive bandwidth. Featuring Smart AiMesh, WiFi 7-enabled ZenWiFi mesh systems ^{^[1]} use a new Multi-Link Operation (MLO) feature that allows devices to automatically combine or switch between different bands for optimal performance.

Smart Home Master - divide and conquer

Instead of a single SSID, modern ZenWiFi mesh systems support the Smart Home Master function, which allows you to create several separate networks on one device. This opens up new possibilities: a dedicated SSID for a smart home, password-free guest access to the main network, VPN through a separate network, and even control of Internet access for children at night.

The Best ZenWiFi Models in 2025

ZenWiFi BQ16 – for enthusiasts and professionals

ZenWiFi BQ16 is the perfect choice for large homes and complex interiors. Twelve antennas and sixteen amplifiers in each unit guarantee a stable signal even in a three-story house or backyard.

Type : Quad-band WiFi 7
Throughput : up to 25 Mbps
Streams: 16
Backhaul : wireless (optional 5 GHz) or wired (10G Ethernet)
Покрытие : up to 743 m² (2-pack)
Ports : 1×10G WAN/LAN, 1×10G LAN, 1×1G WAN/LAN, 2×1G LAN, 1×USB 3.0

ZenWiFi BT10 and BT8 – The Best Choice for Everyone

But it’s not just enthusiasts looking for a network upgrade in 2025. For everyday users, BT8 and BT10 offer a huge performance boost over the previous generation of technology, WiFi 7 support, and great long-term value. BT10 is the more powerful, flagship-like solution, while BT8 is a balanced choice for multi-device households.

ZenWiFi BT10

Type : Tri-band WiFi 7
Throughput : higher than BT8
Покрытие : more than BT8
Ports: 10G WAN/LAN, 10G LAN

ZenWiFi BT8

Type : Tri-band WiFi 7
Throughput : up to 14 Mbps
Streams: 8
Покрытие : up to 550 m² (2-pack)
Ports : 2,5G WAN, 2,5G LAN

ZenWiFi BD4 - for apartments and small houses

The ZenWiFi BD4 dual-band router is ideal for city apartments or users who do not need support for the 6 GHz band.

Type : Dual-band WiFi 7
Throughput : up to 3600 Mbit/s
Ports: 2×2,5G WAN/LAN
Chips : MLO support, 4K-QAM, Smart Home Master, VPN, AiProtection Pro

ZenWiFi BD4 Outdoor – for open spaces

Depending on the building materials of your home and the distance between your outdoor space and your home, you may want to consider a router that can be deployed outdoors.