Pros and cons, different usage scenarios
Powerline Network Extenders vs. WiFi Extenders: Which is Better?
If running an Ethernet cable from your router to your PC isn’t an option, you’ll be faced with the lesser of two evils: Wi-Fi extenders or powerline adapters. But which one is best?
Both technologies have their pros and cons, and we’ll look at both to explain how each option might be right for you. Ultimately, though, it comes down to your specific use case. More on how to determine that below.
WiFi extenders and Powerline adapters are two very different technologies that are both designed to achieve the same goal: provide a more reliable internet connection over a greater distance.
