Why Orbi Mesh WiFi and Nighthawk Routers Have Become Smart Home Staples Orbi Mesh WiFi uses multiple nodes to reach every inch of a home and Nighthawk Routers ups the ante for draining tasks like 4k streaming and online gaming. Orbi Mesh WiFi saw that gap and set out to come up with a solution. Rather than relying on single-router systems, Orbi Mesh WiFi uses multiple nodes to reach every inch of a home with a steady, consistent WiFi without falling into the trap of dead zones. Source: Unsplash+Article continues below advertisementFAQsWhat is Mesh WiFi, and how is it different from a traditional router? Mesh WiFi uses several nodes throughout your home to deliver seamless coverage, eliminating dead zones.