ARRIS W161 Tri-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 6E System: Tri-band system with 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz for optimal performance
For the family with multiple devices streaming, gaming, and video calling at once, this Arris Surfboard mAX system solves the chaos of a slow, unreliable home network. It's not just about faster Wi-Fi; it's about creating a seamless digital environment where everyone can connect without interruption.
Our tri-band design with a dedicated 6 GHz band ensures your work video call stays crystal clear while your kids stream 4K movies upstairs. The mesh network automatically adjusts as you move around, so you never lose signal in the basement or backyard. With the SURFboard Central app, you get real-time control over your network, like pausing internet access during dinner to bring the family together.
Features
- Coverage up to 5,500 sq ft to eliminate Wi-Fi dead zones
- Wi-Fi speeds up to 6.6 Gbps for high-speed connectivity
- Includes 2 routers with 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port for wired connections
- SURFboard Central app for easy setup and network management
- Enhanced parental controls and real-time monitoring features
- Tri-band system with 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz for optimal performance
General specs
- Brand: ARRIS
- Model: W161
- Seller: Amazon
- ID: B0BRL8D7DL
- Brand: ARRIS
- Model: SURFboard mAX W161
- Width: 4.33 inches
- Height: 8.74 inches
- Length: 4.33 inches
- Weight: 5.07 lbs
- Features: Mesh network, Parental controls, Quality of Service (QoS), Guest network, Real-time monitoring, App control, Alexa connectivity, Eliminates Wi-Fi dead zones, Optimized for streaming and gaming
- System Type: Tri-Band Mesh
- Release Date: 2023-05-15
- Coverage Area: 5500 sq ft
- Backhaul Speed: 4.8 Gbps
- Wi-Fi Standard: Wi-Fi 6E, AXE6600
- Frequency Bands: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz
- Number of Items: 1
- Number of Routers: 2
- Ethernet Port Speed: 2.5 Gbps
- Maximum Wi-Fi Speed: 6.6 Gbps
- Wi-Fi Streams per Router: 8
- First listed by seller: 12/9/25
If you are interested in more details, you can find full information on the seller's page.
Price History for seller Amazon
| Date | Price |
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| 1/21/26 | $59.99 |
| 12/9/25 | $49.99 |
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| Price | $59.99 | $58.79 | $34.99 | $148.00 | $69.00 | $39.98 |
| Seller | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon | Amazon |
| Update | January 21, 2026 | January 21, 2026 | January 21, 2026 | January 21, 2026 | January 21, 2026 | January 16, 2026 |
| Brand | ARRIS | ARRIS | ARRIS | NETGEAR | NETGEAR | BLIYEE |
| Model | SURFboard mAX W161 | Surfboard mAX W121 | SURFboard mAX Tri-Band Mesh System WC4S | Nighthawk MK63S | Nighthawk MK63S AX1800 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System | |
| Width | 4.33 inches | 4 inches | 7 inches | 4.8 inches | ||
| Height | 8.74 inches | 8 inches | 6 inches | 2.5 inches | ||
| Length | 4.33 inches | 4 inches | 11 inches | 4.8 inches | ||
| Weight | 5.07 lbs | 4.81 lbs | 4.34 lbs | 3.86 lbs | 1.3 lbs | |
| Release Date | 2023-05-15 | 2020-02-14 | 2021-06-30 | |||
| Coverage Area | 5500 sq ft | 5500 sq ft | 5500 sq ft | 4500 sq ft | Up to 4500 sq ft | |
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6E, AXE6600 | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | |||
| Number of Items | 1 | 1 | 1 | |||
| Use Cases | audio and video conferencing, HD and 4K video streaming, online gaming, eliminate Wi-Fi dead zones, basement, attic, outdoor coverage | HD streaming, gaming, video calls, smartphones, computers, tablets | 4K Streaming, Competitive Gaming, Video Conferencing, 8K Video Rendering, Home, Business | |||
| Dimensions | Height: 7.64 inches, Length: 7.95 inches, Width: 7.95 inches | 11 x 7 x 6 inches | 4.8 x 4.8 x 2.5 inches | |||
| WiFi Standard | WiFi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | WiFi 6 | |||