Almond offers the Almond 3 Smart Home Wi‑Fi System, a mesh network of units that provides fast, continuous Wi‑Fi coverage throughout a home while also functioning as a hub for controlling smart devices. The system can be expanded with additional Almond units, and the company also sells related models like Almond + and Almond 2015 for smaller spaces or router/extender needs.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Product
Problem
Home Wi‑Fi coverage often leaves dead zones, requiring multiple routers or extenders that are difficult to configure and do not integrate with smart‑home devices, leading to unreliable internet and fragmented home automation control.
Solution
Almond 3 is a modular Wi‑Fi mesh system that lets users place one or more units throughout a residence to create a single, high‑speed wireless network with seamless roaming. Each unit includes a built‑in touchscreen for a three‑minute, app‑free setup, eliminating the need for a PC or technical expertise. The system operates on dual‑band Gigabit Wi‑Fi (2.4 GHz/300 Mbps and 5 GHz/867 Mbps) and automatically coordinates between units to maintain optimal signal strength. In addition to routing, Almond 3 functions as a smart‑home hub, supporting ZigBee HA 1.2 devices and offering a mobile app for remote monitoring, rule creation, and instant notifications. Security features such as WPA2 encryption, a built‑in siren, and guest network isolation protect the network while providing a unified platform for both internet and IoT management.
Target Audience
Almond 3 targets residential users who need reliable whole‑home Wi‑Fi and want a single device to manage both internet access and smart‑home automation, including renters and homeowners seeking an easy‑install solution.
Features
- Dual‑band Gigabit Wi‑Fi with 2×2 MIMO on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands for fast, reliable connectivity
- Mesh architecture that wirelessly synchronizes multiple Almond 3 units for whole‑home coverage and seamless device roaming
- 2.8‑inch color touchscreen enabling a three‑minute, computer‑free setup and on‑device network management
- Integrated smart‑home hub supporting ZigBee HA 1.2 devices, allowing direct control of lights, sensors, and other accessories
- Almond mobile app for iOS/Android providing remote monitoring, rule‑based automation, and instant alerts
- Built‑in siren and WPA2 security with guest network isolation for enhanced home safety
- Multiple Ethernet ports (2× Gigabit LAN, 1× WAN) and USB 2.0 for wired devices and peripheral connectivity