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eero 7 vs Google Nest Wifi Pro

The eero 7 has the edge: it has a 2.5 Gbps port and has newer Wi-Fi 7. The Google Nest Wifi Pro still is tri-band, so it's worth a look if that matters more to you.

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Key differences

  • Wi-Fi

    eero 7 wins

    The eero 7 has Wi-Fi 7 against Wi-Fi 6E.

  • Coverage

    Evenly matched

    Similar claimed coverage per unit (2,000 sq ft and 2,200 sq ft).

  • Wired

    eero 7 wins

    The eero 7's fastest port runs at 2.5 Gbps against 1 Gbps.

  • Security & VPN

    Evenly matched

    Much the same security, VPN and parental features.

Other differences

  • Wired speed eero 7 wins

    The eero 7's fastest port runs at 2.5 Gbps against 1 Gbps on the Google Nest Wifi Pro, which caps any internet plan faster than 1 Gbps.

  • Bands Google Nest Wifi Pro wins

    The Google Nest Wifi Pro is tri-band, so it can keep a band for the link between units; the eero 7 is dual-band and shares that link with your devices.

  • Wi-Fi standard eero 7 wins

    The eero 7 uses the newer Wi-Fi 7 against Wi-Fi 6E on the Google Nest Wifi Pro, which brings Multi-Link Operation and faster links to new phones and laptops.

Which one should you choose?

Choose the eero 7 if…

  • Your internet plan is faster than 1 Gbps, or will be: it has a 2.5 Gbps port.
  • You want the newer standard: it has Wi-Fi 7, with Multi-Link Operation and faster links to new phones and laptops.
  • You want peace of mind: it has a 3-year warranty.

Choose the Google Nest Wifi Pro if…

  • Your units will link over Wi-Fi: its extra band carries that link without slowing your devices.
  • You prefer its app and design: it covers the same essentials as the eero 7.

Full spec comparison

The eero 7 leads on wired ports; elsewhere the two are closely matched.

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Overview

Overview: eero 7 vs Google Nest Wifi Pro
Spec eero 7Google Nest Wifi Pro
Brand eeroGoogle
Model number PA10001GA03030-US
Type Mesh Wi-Fi SystemMesh Wi-Fi System
Released 20252022
Pack options 1-pack, 2-pack, 3-pack1-pack, 2-pack, 3-pack
UPC / GTIN —193575031392

Wi-Fi

Each router has its strengths on Wi-Fi.

The eero 7 has newer Wi-Fi 7, while the Google Nest Wifi Pro is tri-band.

Wi-Fi: eero 7 vs Google Nest Wifi Pro
Spec eero 7Google Nest Wifi Pro
Wi-Fi standard Wi-Fi 7Wi-Fi 6E
Speed class BE5000AXE5400
Bands Dual-bandTri-band
Radios 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz
Total Wi-Fi speed 5,000 Mbps5,400 Mbps
Max channel width 240 MHz—
Multi-Link Operation (MLO) YesNo
MLO modes —not applicable (Wi-Fi 6E)
320 MHz on 6 GHz NoNo
Spatial streams 2x2 (2.4 GHz) + 2x2 (5 GHz)2x2 (2.4 GHz) + 2x2 (5 GHz) + 2x2 (6 GHz)
MU-MIMO Yes—
OFDMA Yes—
Beamforming YesYes

Coverage

Both claim similar coverage.

Placement and your walls will matter more than the difference between them.

Coverage: eero 7 vs Google Nest Wifi Pro
Spec eero 7Google Nest Wifi Pro
Coverage (per unit) 2,000 sq ft2,200 sq ft
Max devices 120100
Antennas 4—
Antenna type InternalInternal

Ports

The eero 7 is ahead on wired ports.

It has a 2.5 Gbps port, and the Google Nest Wifi Pro doesn't beat it on anything here.

Ports: eero 7 vs Google Nest Wifi Pro
Spec eero 7Google Nest Wifi Pro
WAN ports 1x 2.5G (auto-sensing)1x 1G
LAN ports 1x 2.5G (auto-sensing)1x 1G
Fastest wired port 2.5 Gbps1 Gbps
Multi-gig ports 20
SFP ports NoneNone
USB ports NoneNone
Cellular / tethering None (cellular backup via separate eero Signal accessory with eero Plus)None
Configurable WAN/LAN YesNo
Link aggregation —No
Dual-WAN failover —No

Hardware

The eero 7 is ahead on hardware and support.

It has a longer warranty, and the Google Nest Wifi Pro doesn't beat it on anything here.

Hardware: eero 7 vs Google Nest Wifi Pro
Spec eero 7Google Nest Wifi Pro
Processor 1.1 GHz quad-core1.0 GHz dual-core A35 (64-bit ARM)
RAM 1,024 MB1,024 MB
Flash storage 4,096 MB4,096 MB

Mesh

Little separates them on mesh and backhaul.

Mesh: eero 7 vs Google Nest Wifi Pro
Spec eero 7Google Nest Wifi Pro
Mesh support YesYes
Mesh ecosystem eero (TrueMesh)Google Nest Wifi Pro (IEEE 802.11s, Google Home app)
Wired backhaul YesYes
Dedicated backhaul band No—

Software & security

Both offer much the same software features.

VPN, parental controls and security options are close.

Software & security: eero 7 vs Google Nest Wifi Pro
Spec eero 7Google Nest Wifi Pro
Management eero app (iOS/Android), required for setup and managementGoogle Home app only
Web interface NoNo
Firmware stock onlystock only
Security suite eero PlusAutomatic security updates, secure boot, TPM, WPA3
Subscription eero Plus paywalls: advanced security/threat protection, ad blocking, content filters, activity history, advanced scheduling, remote access, Guardian VPN, 1Password/Malwarebytes, backup data. Free: app, profiles, pause/schedule, security updates.—
Parental controls YesYes
QoS YesYes
Guest network YesYes
ISP VLAN tagging YesYes
PPPoE YesYes
IPv6 YesYes
WPA3 YesYes
Firewall SPIBuilt-in network firewall (versus: SPI intrusion protection not listed)
Gaming features None dedicated; Smart Queue Management for latency—
LEDs can be turned off Yes—
Smart home Thread, Zigbee (controller only), Matter (controller only), Bluetooth LE 5.0 smart home hubMatter; Thread border router (802.15.4); Bluetooth LE
Voice assistants Alexa—

Design & power

Both are similar on design and power.

Design & power: eero 7 vs Google Nest Wifi Pro
Spec eero 7Google Nest Wifi Pro
Dimensions 130 x 130 x 64 mm117 x 85 x 130 mm
Weight 608 g450 g
Color —Snow, Fog, Linen, Lemongrass
Power 15W USB-C power adapter, 100-240V AC 50/60 Hz10 V / 2.25 A DC adapter (22.5 W)
Power consumption 21.9 W—
Wall mountable No—
Weather rating Indoor onlyIndoor only
Operating temperature 0 to 40 °C—

Support

Support: eero 7 vs Google Nest Wifi Pro
Spec eero 7Google Nest Wifi Pro
Warranty (US) 3 years1 year