Using an Eero mesh system without the Eero Plus Subscription Eero Secure limits you to a basic set of options. You can schedule Wi-Fi downtime, set up a guest network, and use your Eero as a smart home hub. That may be enough for most, but here’s what you get if you subscribe. First, it’s worth noting that Eero used to offer a two-tiered subscription. Eero Secure cost $3 per month or $30 per year and included advanced security, content filtering, ad blocking, activity insights, and VIP support. Eero Secure+ cost $10 per month or $100 per year and added third-party apps 1Password (password manager), Encrypt.me (VPN), and Malwarebytes (antivirus), as well as DDNS for remote network access.
Some ISPs still offer Eero Secure, but for everyone else the only option is the rebranded version. Eero Pluswhich includes everything mentioned above for $10 per month or $100 per year. The subscription now also includes Internet Backup, which allows you to add secondary backup networks (alternate Wi-Fi connections or access points) that the system can use in case your primary Wi-Fi network goes down.
Eero Plus is relatively expensive, considering that router manufacturers like Asus and Linksys often offer features like parental controls and real-time security for free. If you need the included apps, Eero Plus is certainly worth the money, but even if it’s the only way to get the best Eero experience, it’s hard to justify such a high cost. Fortunately, in keeping with the brand’s ethos, everything is very easy to use and the parental controls are among the best around. Keep an eye out for frequent discount offers. If you think the subscription cost is too high, we suggest you choose another mesh system.