BFGNeil BlogRange guides, reviews, and practical notes from real-world use across 3 published articles.
Browse the latest published pages below and move from core concepts into hands-on deployment and optimization with focused, real-world writeups.
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Getting more range from your Meshtastic node comes down to three things: a better antenna, more height, and understanding what the radio signal actually has to deal with.
By BFGNeil on 5/2/2026
This is the first question everyone asks when talking about meshtastic.Not "what hardware do I need" or "how do I set it up." Just — how far does this thing actually go?
By BFGNeil on 5/2/2026
Poor Meshtastic range is one of the most common complaints from new users, and it is almost always fixable. Here are the real reasons your signal is falling short and what to do about them.
By BFGNeil on 5/2/2026