What features do you get with Vodafone routers? From signal strength to range, we weigh up the good and the bad.
What is the latest Vodafone router?
Vodafone offers two routers: the Power Hub with Wi-Fi 6, and the Ultra Hub with Wi-Fi 6E.
The first one comes with standard Vodafone fibre broadband deals, while the latter is available with full fibre plans, as well as Vodafone Pro II Broadband.
How do I know which Vodafone router I have?
To check which router you have, find the sticker on the back or bottom of the device. This will show you the model number, as well as the Wi-Fi password.
Vodafone router specs and key features
Vodafone Power Hub
The Vodafone Power Hub is seriously impressive. Its specs are as follows:
- Dual-band Wi-Fi 6: Supports 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz frequency bands for fast speeds
- Smart channel selection: Ensures you’re always getting the fastest possible connection
- Ability to support up to 100 devices: Connect up to 100 devices at once,
- The latest ac standard WiFi
- Three gigabit Ethernet ports: Useful for connecting devices that require a stronger wired connection, such as consoles and home PC
Vodafone Ultra Hub
While the Power Hub is impressive, the Ultra Hub takes things up a notch. Available with full fibre plans, features include:
- Tri-band support: In addition to 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz, the Ultra Hub supports 6Ghz for even faster speeds
- Mesh network capabilities: With the Vodafone Pro II Broadband plan, you get extra devices that create a mesh network with your Ultra Hub. This helps extend your Wi-Fi signal range across your home
- 4G mobile broadband back-up: Option for a hybrid connection
Both Hubs work seamlessly with the Vodafone broadband app.
This lets you manage your home Wi-Fi from your smartphone, such as creating custom Wi-Fi schedules to control screen time, creating guest networks and sharing these details via QR code, and prioritising which devices get the best connection at any one time.
Setting up a Vodafone router
To set up your Vodafone router, follow its Getting started guide. It'll take you through the steps, which should involve simply plugging your router into your home's master socket.
Remember, you can only set up your router once your connection has been activated by Vodafone.
Can I replace my Vodafone router with a better one?
We recommend sticking with Vodafone's Power Hub or Ultra Hub, as they're seriously powerful. What's more, they're included in your plan, so you don't have to pay extra for a third-party router.
Nevertheless, if you want to use a third-party router such as an Amazon eero or Google Nest, you can.
Branded routers from other broadband providers may be locked and unable to work properly with your Vodafone broadband, though. So it's always best to make sure the router you choose is compatible.
Can I upgrade my router as an existing customer?
To upgrade your router as an existing Vodafone customer, you’ll need to sign up for a new deal. If you currently have a standard fibre plan, it's worth seeing if you can upgrade to one of Vodafone's full fibre plans, as you'll get the powerful Ultra Hub.
If I sign up for Vodafone broadband, will I get their latest router?
Depending on the package you have, you'll either get the Power Hub or Ultra Hub. They're both Vodafone's latest routers, designed to support superfast and ultrafast fibre respectively.
Does Vodafone provide Wi-Fi extenders?
Yes - if you get the Vodafone Pro II Broadband package, it comes with the Super WiFi 6E Booster and 4G Broadband Back-up in addition to the Ultra Hub. These work together to deliver speeds up to 2.2Gbps across multiple devices.
