How to Switch to the Strongest Wi-Fi Automatically in Windows 10 and Windows 11

If your PC connects to multiple Wi-Fi networks—say, home, office, or public hotspots—you’ve probably run into this annoying issue: your device sticks to a weak signal even when a stronger one is available. The good news? Windows 10 and Windows 11 don’t switch automatically to the strongest network by default, but you can make it happen with a few adjustments.

Here’s how to automatically connect to the best available Wi-Fi signal on your Windows machine.

Why Windows Doesn’t Do This by Default

Windows connects to Wi-Fi networks based on priority, not strength. Once it connects to a known network—even if the signal is weak—it won’t jump to a stronger one unless the current connection is lost. This is frustrating if you’re moving between rooms or floors and your laptop won’t let go of a bad signal.

Let’s fix that.

Step 1: Prioritize Your Wi-Fi Networks

First, you need to make sure Windows knows which networks you prefer. Here’s how:

On Windows 10:

1. Open Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi > Manage known networks.
2. Click on a network, then select Properties.
3. Toggle Connect automatically when in range to On.

Repeat for each network you use often.

On Windows 11:

1. Go to Settings > Network & internet > Wi-Fi > Manage known networks.
2. Click on a saved network.
3. Turn on Connect automatically.

But this still doesn’t handle switching based on signal strength. For that, you’ll need a little more help.

Step 2: Use a Third-Party Utility (Because Windows Doesn’t Do It Natively)

Windows doesn’t offer a built-in way to switch Wi-Fi based on signal strength. That’s where tools like Wifinian or NetSetMan come in.

Option 1: Wifinian (Free & Lightweight)

Wifinian is a tiny app that automatically switches to a better Wi-Fi network based on signal strength and preference.

• Download it from GitHub: Wifinian on GitHub
• Install and run the app.
• Turn on Engage mode.
• Set your preferred signal threshold and let it do its thing.

Wifinian runs in the background and quietly switches to the strongest network that meets your settings.

Option 2: NetSetMan

NetSetMan is more advanced and lets you configure full network profiles. It’s useful if you switch between home, work, or travel networks often. It’s not focused solely on signal strength, but it’s great for managing complex setups.

Step 3: Bonus – Use Task Scheduler + Script (Advanced Users)

If you’re comfortable with scripting, you can use a PowerShell script and Windows Task Scheduler to monitor Wi-Fi strength and reconnect automatically.

Example logic:

• Monitor RSSI (signal strength).
• If it drops below a threshold, disconnect and reconnect to the best network.

This takes more setup, but gives you full control. Let me know if you want a full walkthrough.

Final Thoughts

Windows 10 and 11 aren’t built to switch Wi-Fi automatically based on signal strength—but with tools like Wifinian, you can fix that easily. Whether you’re walking around a large house or moving between office floors, you’ll always be on the best signal without lifting a finger.

Stop settling for weak Wi-Fi. Let your system do the switching.

Mark Vincent

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