Google Nest Wifi - AC2200 - Mesh WiFi System - Wifi Router - 2 pack - $229.00

I was an early adopter of Google Wifi and have a router and three points (4 original google wifi units). I know one of the routers would be an upgrade but when the other router acts as a point does it also do higher speeds? I guess it's possible if I backhaul the second router but don't know if it'll do it naturally via mesh.

Just a heads up, there's no way to separate the 2.4 ghz and the 5 ghz bands (at least easily) with these things and most smart home devices require you use the 2.4 band.

If you ask Google about it they say it's on your phone manufacturer to force 2.4 during setup. Well Google made my phone too and it doesn't have that functionality. The solution? Stand across the street from your house when you set up smart home devices.

When u setup new smart devices that require 2.4, unplug google nest WiFi, enable the built in 2.4 wifi inside the modem with the same WiFi name and password, once the new devices are connected, disable the modem WiFi and plug back the google nest WiFi, done!

Does any one know how this one is different from the one sold by Best Buy ($199) here -
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/nest...Id=6382512 [bestbuy.com]... ?

This post has some incorrect info:
* The Router does not have Google assistant built in, only the Points do
* Each Router only has two ethernet plugs, one of which has to be used for connection to your modem

I think BestBuy has it a little cheaper.

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/nest...Id=6382512

When u setup new smart devices that require 2.4, unplug google nest WiFi, enable the built in 2.4 wifi inside the modem with the same WiFi name and password, once the new devices are connected, disable the modem WiFi and plug back the google nest WiFi, done!

Yes. And you probably aren't alone in this, as it certainly isn't clear from the outside; at least with a cursory look. While the Nest WIFI devices all look the same [from the top], there are actually two different sets of hardware at play here.

(1) The first is the router, which is included in every kit on the shelf *. Whether you buy a one-pack, or a three-node setup, one of these will be included. This is the device that would connect to your modem and has two built-in ethernet ports. It will act as the "center" of your network. Of note (and I haven't verified this), but of the two devices available, word is it also has the more powerful antenna. This device does not have the built-in assistant (no speaker or mic).

(2) The second device is strictly an access point. It has no ethernet ports and can only connect to the other nodes (or clients) wirelessly. You cannot use this device if you want wired backhaul, but I believe I'm safe in saying that *most* users won't do this any way. It is a shame though, as sometimes you want to put a device like this near a group of devices that could either benefit (A) from a wired connection due to less cross-talk/interference of wireless or (B) due to the fact they don't have wireless capabilities (see my old laser printer). This device DOES have a built-in speaker and mic, and supports the Google assistant.

With that... the Amazon listing (this post) has two Routers. The best buy option you posted is the standard "2-pack" with (1) Router and (1) Access Point.

* I'm sure you could find a multi-pack of access points out there if you tried hard enough. It's not something that I know Google sells as a kit though... So, you'll generally be safe with at least one router in the bunch, allowing you to connect these to the internet.