Netgear RBS50Y AC3000 Orbi Outdoor Tri-Band Wi-Fi Range Extender for Wi-Fi Routers

2025-02-23T19:00:00

I don't know why they discontinued these. They work amazing and I wish they would bring something back to replace it!

Johnson096

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2023-02-14T19:00:00

I have purchased 2 of these. Each one worked great until a wet windstorm. After the storm they will not power on. Same issue with both units. Very expensive to keep replacing.

FoxChaos

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2022-12-06T19:00:00

I bought this extender a few months ago with the intention to use on my lanai for my outdoor TV. Since I just purchased the Netgear Nighthawk AX8 Wi-Fi mesh extender for the family room recently, I decided to use the Orbi in my garage for my RACHIO sprinkler system. This was the best decision that I've made. It was easy to install, and the Wi-Fi range from my garage to the neighbor?s house is well over 300 feet. I highly recommend for purchase.

Tinkie

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2022-11-02T20:00:00

We had the original Orbi system for several years but this is the first Y model. It is clearly a different animal than the indoor models. It feels bulletproof. I had it up and running in 5 minutes. Now we're just deciding on where to mount it. All in all, a great purchase at a great discounted price.

jsalsano

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2022-11-02T20:00:00

Works, but the Orbi app stinks. It doesn?t read what is connected to the network as it says it does.

Metric

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2022-09-27T20:00:00

Easy set up. Works with non orbi routers as an extender. It extended the Wifi outdoors by 200 feet. Very pleased with the performance.

Happy 2.

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2022-06-17T20:00:00

Will not work, as it is incompatible with WiFi 6, even while stating it?ll work with all Orbi routers (a bald face lie! Went to Best Buy to order a new mesh WiFi 6 system to update our lodge, pool and RV area. Bought the AX4200, and this, which states it is compatible with all Orbi systems. That, however, is a bald face lie. It will only work with WiFi 5 and below. It will not work with any WiFi 6 systems. Unmitigated disaster on Netgear?s part! Why would you upgrade to provide WiFi 6 mesh network, and not upgrade your outdoor satellite as well?!?! This has soured me on Netgear, do not buy in intended to use with WiFi 6.

Tomas498

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2022-05-31T20:00:00

Called NETGEAR. They advise I purchase this with a Orbi 960 package. They are not computable. Only took 3 calls to NETGEAR and hours of work.

kittyhawksurf

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2022-05-17T20:00:00

Very disappointed that it didn?t work with my Orbi rbr750 in Orbi mode or as an extender.!I really need an outdoor satellite!!! Please make one!!!

Nonenone

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2022-02-12T19:00:00

This is a good product, but the customer service is awful. If you misplace a small part, they won't help you once your 90 day warranty is up. Phone support refused to help me after escalating my request internally. I've never seen a less responsive company, particularly when they still are selling the very same product. I'd never buy a Netgear product again.

A c.

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2022-01-19T19:00:00

Defective product. Difficult to configure. Too expensive for what it does

TWCC

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2022-01-19T19:00:00

Easy to Install and Works Great. Using it as an extender to a Linksys Wireless Router. Wish it was all Netgear, but had the Wireless Router first and it still works fine.

P H.

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2022-01-13T19:00:00

The setup and startup was easy. Almost too easy. I used all of the auto guided setups and it attached and started working without a problem. I thought, it automatically names itself the same as your network and at that point I could no longer communicate with the unit. So I restarted and did the process manually and named it as an extension, which then worked without a problem. I attached to my starlink network and not an Orbi one that can be managed by Orbi. Other than that it works great. Have about a 200' bubble around my house and shop now

W S.

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2022-01-10T19:00:00

It did not work with my Orbi AX4200, I was told it would and when I called again for assistance, I was advised it was not compatible .

Not A.

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2022-01-04T19:00:00

This is a great product but suddenly stopped working, when I took the Orbi down it was full of water. The IP66 water proofing is not adequate for this product and it is now out of guarantee.. Shame because I loved the product Expensive to replace.

N17Kev

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2022-01-02T19:00:00

It did nothing to extend my wifi to the outside devices.

JHendo

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2021-12-27T19:00:00

Doesn't work with many Orbi systems, but the instructions/manual don't clarify that. The customer support guy on chat was a jerk about it, too, so I don't have a high opinion of Orbi/Netgear right now. Returned it for a refund.

Kmay

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2021-12-21T19:00:00

Getting a satisfying and very useful signal across a rural road. 200ft.+ distance.

BobES3

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2021-12-20T19:00:00

Do not buy NETGEAR products. I have emailed at least a half dozen times, left poor reviews on follow up surveys, and attempted to get support on the phone repeatedly. I?m a 42 year old IT professional and have never experienced suck poor technical support from a manufacturer.

Jakeandaubrey

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2021-12-17T19:00:00

I bought this Outdoor Orbi in July to connect as a third satellite on my RBR50 Orbi Mesh. Connected and worked fine for months. Now 5 months later it disconnects, and I cannot seem to get it connected again. It just flashes white and never goes to solid white to sync. Tried factory reset, bringing it in the room with the router and even factory reset the entire mesh. The other two satellites connected fine. Not the Outdoor Orbi.

Mightyt

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2021-12-14T19:00:00

Functionally, it works great and was easy to add to the Orbi network (I'm using it as a satellite. The only gripe I have is the form factor. It was more designed for setting it outside versus mounting it outside (mounting is possible with the included bracket). I would have liked a more industrial design for wall mounting and an internal power supply.

Triac

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2021-12-06T19:00:00

it appears to be a well made unit. for me right now it does have the desired effect. i have a metal building beside the house and i know that is the problem just having trouble finding the right location for this outdoor unit

dean w.

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2021-12-04T19:00:00

Rocks for performance and distance. Not so great at the outdoor part. I?ve had to move it undercover as I?ve lost two of these devices to water intrusion. My advise is to caulk the top to keep the water out.

Orbiguy23

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2021-11-24T19:00:00

Easy to set up and sync to my Orbi system. Bridges the gap in coverage between my buildings perfectly.

Swerra

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2021-11-16T19:00:00

It works as advertised. My backyard coverage is excellent.

Lil S.

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2021-09-22T20:00:00

I bought this earlier this year along with Orbi Mesh wifi6 for my whole house. I planned to use the outdoor to extend service to our barn. The original webpage said it was compatible with all Orbi mesh but has since been updated to reflect that it is not compatible with the Wifi6. This update came too late. I spend ~$300 for a useless device and at least $1000 of my time trying to get it to work. The initial call with support told me it should work and gave me all the steps I was supposed to take to get it to connect. FAIL. After wasting many hours, a second support call revealed that it will never work! :(

Lauren0424

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2021-08-06T20:00:00

This is intended to help inform others who are considering the purchase of this outdoor satellite of having trouble joining it to and existing Orbi system. There are a number of support posts regarding problems with this device joining existing Orbi networks as a satellite (as opposed to an extender. I've just spent hours trying to get this to work and on the phone with Netgear support. I have an Orbi RBS850 router and the last tech support person I talked with just informed me there is no way the RBS50Y will work on a WiFi 6 network as a satellite. He indicated the RBS50Y is a WiFi 5 device and could only work as an extender on a WiFi 6 network. Assuming this information is true, then shame on Netgear for not making this crystal clear - the company's website says it works with any Orbi WiFi mesh system and that is not true unless you want it to work in extender mode. I am returning the product.

Ruegs

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2021-07-09T20:00:00

I have several Bluebird nest boxes scattered around my 5 acres with Blink Outdoor cameras in them. Was consistently getting poor to no wifi signal in order to view. Added this Orbi outdoor satellite to my system and have fantastic coverage now!!

Sheila A.

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2021-07-01T20:00:00

This was a great addition to my current network. Had some issues getting Wi-Fi in my back yard. This unit was easy to install and covers all the area that I need. I would recommend this unit if you are looking for something that can extend your current network outside. Very Happy!

Joel K.

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2021-06-06T20:00:00

I was able to set this extender up and install it in 10 minutes. The mesh extender does a great job extending my network to my backyard and patio.

Nimo716

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