What is the best WiFi frequency between 2.4GHz and 5GHz?
In this post, we help you choose the best WiFi frequency for your network, highlighting the main differences between 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.
When setting up your Wi-Fi access points, you might wonder if the best WiFi frequency for your deployment is 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz. The answer is that they both work well, depending on your needs. Let’s see in what cases it is best to use either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz WiFi frequency to provide a well-performing wireless experience.
If coverage is key choose 2.4 GHz
One of the main differences between 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi frequencies is the range they provide: the 2.4 GHz band covers a larger area and provides a longer range. Accordingly, if you need your Wi-Fi network signal to reach a large area, it is best to opt for 2.4 GHz. For instance, a holiday resort with bungalows and camping areas. Possibly, you can still switch to 5 GHz, but in this case, you need to configure more access points to broaden the Wi-Fi signal.
