everything you need to know about wi-fi 6 vs wi-fi 7

published: 15th July 2026

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As our homes get busier with smarter tech and streaming devices, the way we connect wirelessly has to keep up. That’s why broadband providers are talking more about the technology they’re using to supply your broadband connection, and why it’s worth paying attention to what they’re offering.

We’re here to help you understand the jump from wi-fi 6 to wi-fi 7 so you can see what’s changed and why this shift is such a big deal for your home connection.

This blog isn’t here to criticise wi-fi 6, in fact wi-fi 6 was a massive step forward in wi-fi technology and comes with many benefits that customers at toob have been enjoying for a number of years. The aim of wi-fi 7 is to be even more efficient at handling the “noise” of a modern household and how it future-proofs your ultrafast full-fibre experience.

what is wi-fi 7?

Think of your wi-fi connection like a motorway. If wi-fi 6 was a high-speed motorway, wi-fi 7 is like adding more lanes and increasing the speed limit, so that more cars can drive in both directions to avoid traffic jams.

Wi-fi 7 is the next generation of wireless technology designed to handle the demands of a modern, connected home. While many providers are still supplying their customers with older tech as standard, all new toob customers get wi-fi 7 technology as part of their service at no extra cost!

You can explore toob’s wi-fi 6 and wi-fi 7 router information here.

wi-fi 6 vs wi-fi 7 – the key differences

  • ultrafast speeds – wi-fi 7 is significantly faster than its predecessor, and sometimes older wi-fi technology struggles to deliver those massive speeds wirelessly which is why wi-fi 7 is essential for speeds over 1 Gig
  • capacity for more devices – the average modern home now has 20+ devices connected to the internet, wi-fi 7 can talk to multiple devices at one time compared to older wi-fi technology which was only able to talk to one device in our home at a time, creating a queue of data requests
  • dual-band efficiency – wi-fi 7 compatible devices connect to both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz band frequencies simultaneously (known as Multi-Link Operation or MLO), this sends data across both frequencies creating a smoother connection – the secret to stopping buffering in a busy house

toob router features

toob has partnered with Linksys to provide a router that is as user-friendly as it is powerful. Here are a few features that elevate the toob experience:

  • night mode – perfect for routers kept in bedrooms or living spaces, night mode allows you to turn off the LED light so you aren’t disturbed after 8pm
  • instant pause – a lifesaver for parents, this feature lets you manage dinner time or screen time by pausing the internet connection within your home instantly
  • future-proof technology – even if your current phone only supports wi-fi 6, this router manages the airwaves better today and ensures you are ready for the devices you will buy in the coming years

does wi-fi 7 have a better reach than wi-fi 6?

Wi-fi 7 and wi-fi 6 have similar reach capabilities, however wi-fi 7 can handle faster speeds and manages interference better than wi-fi 6 meaning the connection feels stronger across your home. There still might be homes that require a mesh network to support your wi-fi 7 router particularly in larger homes or older homes with thick walls, but this will ensure you can get the most from your full-fibre broadband.
wi-fi 6 vs wi-fi 7 speed reach across the home

is wi-fi 7 worth it?

Wi-fi 7 is worth it, especially when it comes at no extra cost to you! And even if you don’t have wi-fi 7 compatible devices, you can still benefit from the latest wi-fi technology.
Older devices, like laptops and printers, will connect to your wi-fi 7 router as the technology is fully backwards compatible and you’ll still benefit from the new technology. What this means is that your devices will still connect seamlessly and operate normally but they’ll only operate at their maximum supported speed.

Wi-fi 7 devices will receive all the benefits that the wi-fi 7 router has to offer, like better traffic management. Wi-fi 7 compatible devices include mobile phones after the iPhone 16 and the Samsung S24+, and gaming consoles like the Sony PS5 Pro. Most devices released from 2024 are wi-fi 7 compatible!

toob provides premium hardware to ensure you get the best out of your connection, which helps the signal actually keep up with the full-fibre speeds coming into your house. With the digital demand, providing wi-fi 7 routers as standard* ensures we’re future-proofing the wi-fi technology in your home.

A wi-fi 7 router is particularly vital for our home2300 (2.3 Gbps) service. It provides the necessary bandwidth to ensure your wireless devices can reach those top-tier speeds, something older routers simply cannot do. Many providers have a 2.5 Gbps WAN ethernet port on their router but this shares out the 2 Gig broadband speed across all wireless and wired connections. The new wi-fi 7 router from toob offers the maximum 2300 Mbps speed to every single port, that’s up to 4 individually wired connections benefitting from the maximum speed at any one time!

This makes home2300 paired with our wi-fi 7 router, the absolute powerhouse of toob’s speeds, ideal for hardcore gaming, content creators and our most tech-savvy customers who have dozens of smart devices.

Ready to get the most from full-fibre broadband? Check your postcode to see what home broadband deals are available in your area and start benefitting from the latest wi-fi 7 router!

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*wi-fi 7 as standard, excluding some special offers