FritzMesh

FritzMesh is a feature offered by AVM, a German telecommunications company, for its Fritz!Box routers. It allows users to create a wireless mesh network using multiple compatible Fritz!Box devices. The primary goal of FritzMesh is to extend and improve Wi-Fi coverage within a home or office environment. When FritzMesh is enabled, one Fritz!Box acts as the mesh master, and other Fritz!Box devices (known as mesh repeaters) connect to it wirelessly. This creates a single, unified Wi-Fi network with a single network name (SSID) and password. Devices can then seamlessly roam between the different mesh nodes, ensuring a stable and strong connection as users move around.

The mesh system automatically optimizes the wireless connections between devices and the mesh nodes. It directs connected devices to the access point that offers the best signal strength and performance. This intelligent management helps to avoid interference and ensures that devices utilize the most efficient path for their internet traffic. FritzMesh also supports features like Mesh Steering, which encourages client devices to connect to the most suitable access point, and Band Steering, which guides devices to either the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz Wi-Fi band based on their capabilities and current network conditions. The setup and management of FritzMesh are typically handled through the Fritz!Box's web interface, offering a user-friendly experience. Updates to the mesh system are also managed centrally, ensuring all connected devices benefit from the latest improvements and security patches.