Eero Signal: Cellular Backup for Eero Networks

Amazon’s eero has introduced eero Signal, a cellular backup device designed to keep your eero Wi‑Fi network online when your primary internet connection fails. The device uses a built‑in multi‑carrier eSIM to automatically switch to cellular data and then revert to your home internet when it returns.

Key features

• Automatic failover: Detects outages and switches to cellular backup automatically.
• Models & pricing: 4G LTE model at $99.99; 5G RedCap model at $199.99 (5G arrives later).
• Subscription required: Backup data is supplied via an annual eero plan (e.g., ~10 GB for $99/yr; higher tiers available).
• Compatibility: Works with USB‑C powered eero routers (Wi‑Fi 6+) and the eero PoE Gateway.
• Use case: Intended as a location‑bound backup (not a mobile hotspot or primary broadband replacement).

Availability

The 4G LTE version is expected to launch in the U.S. early 2026; the 5G RedCap version follows later in 2026 after regulatory approvals.

Where to learn more and buy

Official eero announcement: blog.eero.com

Coverage & analysis: Engadget

Amazon (search): Buy/See product on Amazon

Bottom line

If you rely on stable internet for remote work, security systems, or smart‑home devices, eero Signal offers a convenient automatic backup — but it comes with an annual data subscription. Would you add cellular backup to your home network? Tell us why in the comments.