The MR2200ac makes a superb first impression. The firmware is supremely slick and friendly, almost every technical box is ticked, and the security and parental control features are very reassuring.

Superb web interface; Loaded with advanced router features

Mediocre performance; even in mesh mode; Expensive if you want multiple units

Mesh networks have been around for quite some time. There are numerous brands out there and they all provide pretty much the same thing, WiFi Coverage. Some do a very good job at covering large areas and some not so much.

I was so hoping this would fix the issue with some dead spots upstairs. Problem is with devices that need 2ghz. It's just not powerful enough from the main router. No doubt adding more mesh boxes would help. However, it just wasn't reliable enough so sent back. Also no UK plug.

The Synology MR2200ac looks to be ideal for expanding the coverage of your wireless network. Unlike most other WiFi range extenders, it uses mesh technology, which lets you keep the same network name. However, is its higher price compared to a plain WiFi extender justified

SRM OS is richly featured and easy to use; Stable operation throughout the entire testing period of more than a month; 802.11ac (Wi-Fi 5) compatible; MU-MIMO support; Can operate as a main router as well; aside from a mesh node; Low power consumption; High WAN to LAN performance to cover most ISPs,...

High price; Weak CPU and low amount of RAM; 5 GHz Wi-Fi signal is not that strong; which limits the range of wireless coverage on the 5 GHz band; Cannot format an external storage device to NTFS or exFAT; Only one Ethernet port; No SD-card slot; No access to the satellite mesh unit's OS (and its USB...

The Synology MR2200ac is the third wireless router released by the Taiwanese company (very popular world-wide especially for its NAS line) and this time, we're dealing with a tri-band WiFi mesh-capable device.

Synology could do a little more to explain the many features of the MR2200ac for first-time users, but the strong performance of this mesh system, and the fine-control provided by its web browser interface make it a good option for business users or home users who have a little more experience of networking technology.

The Synology MR2200ac ($139.99 per node) is an AC2200 Wi-Fi router that can be used as a single unit or, when paired with one or more additional MR2200ac nodes, transformed into a mesh network. While not as pretty as other systems, the MR2200ac is loaded with user-friendly management features, including Synology's Safe Access parental controls and malware protection, dedicated wireless backhaul, and a host of basic and advanced settings. Although it delivers relatively fast throughput, it's not quite as speedy as the TP-Link Deco M9 Plus, our top choice for whole-home Wi-Fi systems. Feature-Packed The MR2200ac doesn't offer the sleek, low-profile aesthetics of the Asus Lyra, the Eero, and the TP-Link Deco M9 Plus mesh routers. The matte black enclosure stands upright and is 6.4 inches tall, 7.8 inches wide, and 2.5 inches deep. There are LED indicators on the front that display system status and Wi-Fi signal strength, and around back are a WAN port, a single gigabit LAN port, ...

The Synology MR2200ac is a tri-band router that can be used as a single unit, or paired with other nodes to form a mesh network. It's a solid performer and offers a host of advanced management and customization features.

Easy to install; Solid performance; Lots of basic and advanced settings; Robust parental controls; Includes malware protection; Dedicated backhaul band

Only one LAN port; Uninspired design