How Many Google Nest WiFi Points Can You Have?

Using a Google Nest WiFi system is a great way to utilize new mesh technology. This router and WiFi extension combo works great to offer in-home WiFi to even the biggest homes. When you purchase your own set, you may be wondering, how many Google Nest WiFi points can I have?

Google recommends a maximum of five points for home WiFi systems. It is important not to overload your system, though, because it can cause wireless interference with your WiFi setup. A typical setup usually requires one Google Nest WiFi and two Points.

Armed with this information, it is time to do a little more research to determine what constitutes the right setup for your Google mesh WiFi system. Read on to learn how much coverage you get from the Nest WiFi and the Point and how to set up your Nest WiFi and Point.

Google Nest WiFi Coverage

Google Nest WiFi is a perfect option to expand your internet coverage in your home to maintain optimal speeds and have over one hundred devices connected simultaneously. Just exactly how much area does a Google Nest WiFi cover?

Google Nest WiFi provides WiFi for up to 2,200 square feet of living space. The average-sized home is 2,300 square feet in size. This means that one Google Nest WiFi is insufficient for a strong WiFi internet connection throughout the home. 

This is where the point comes in, as it acts as a WiFi extender. 

Google Nest Point Coverage

Each point provides an additional 1,500 square feet of WiFi coverage to a home. Up to five points can be connected to one Google Nest WiFi system. At one time. These points do not have to be directly next to a Google Nest WiFi to work, but they should be within two rooms of the Google Nest WiFi. This ensures the best connectivity and WiFi signal strength.

Nest WiFi and Point Pairings

If you aren’t a huge fan of math but want to figure out how many points you need with your Google Nest WiFi system, don’t fret. We have a list of all the combos you may need and how much coverage they will give you.

Combination	Coverage in Square Feet
Nest WiFi (solo)	2,200 sq ft
Nest WiFi + one point	3,800 sq ft
Nest WiFi + two points	5,400 sq ft
Nest WiFi + three points	7,000 sq ft
Nest WiFi + four points	8,600 sq ft
Nest WiFi + five points	10,200 sq ft

Setting Up Your Nest WiFi

Now that you have selected the best combo for your household and its size, it’s time to open up the packages for your new system and get them set up. Setup is relatively easy if you follow these instructions:

• First, make sure you have a Google account. You will not be able to set up your system properly without a Google account.
• Download the Google Home app on your phone. 
• Set up the Google Home app if it is your first time using it. If it is not, skip this step.
• Pick a spot in your home for your router. It should be in plain view and not obstructed by walls or other obstacles.
• Grab an ethernet cable and connect it to your WAN port on your Nest WiFi.
• Connect the other end of your ethernet cable to your modem.
• Plug your Nest WiFi into a power source. When the light flashes white, it is ready to set up.
• Open your Google Home App.
• Click ‘Add’ then ‘Set up device’ and then ‘New device.’
• Choose a home for your new Nest WiFi on the app.
• Tap your Nest WiFi router.
• When prompted, scan the QR code with your phone. It is located at the bottom of the Nest WiFi. 
• Name the room your router will be placed in.
• Name your WiFi network.

Setting Up Your Point

With your new Nest WiFi router in place, setting up your point for the optimal WiFi experience is time. If you have never done this before, you may feel intimidated, but the process is easy. Follow these steps to get it up and running:

• Open your Google Home App
• Click ‘Add’
• Click ‘Set up device’
• Click ‘New device’
• Choose a home for your point.
• Pick the device you want to set up and then click ‘Next.’
• When prompted, scan the QR code with your phone. It is located at the bottom of the point. 
• After the point connects, you will hear a sound play from the speaker. Tap yes when it does this.
• Finish the setup with step-by-step in-app instructions.
• Perform a mesh test to ensure everything is working properly.
• You are connected!

You’ll follow these steps for any additional points.

If you’re having any difficulties, there are some easy fixes with connecting the Google Nest WiFi.

WiFi Made Easy

The Google Nest WiFi system is a great option for a whole home WiFi. It is an affordable system with all the smart home technologies that Google Assistant offers. This provides convenience to users with busy lifestyles and those who enjoy their homes equipped with ultimate tech systems.