Home networking comparisons
HideWire vs InvisiLight Home Fiber Kit
HideWire combines invisible fibre networking with a simple, removable installation. Its clear acrylic fasteners, 0.9mm fibre and multi-port switches make it an especially practical choice for renters who want fast wired connections without permanent alterations.
At a glance
| Consideration | HideWire | InvisiLight |
|---|---|---|
| Mounting | Clear, removable acrylic fasteners | Adhesive applied using installation tools |
| Fibre diameter | 0.9mm bend-insensitive fibre | 0.6mm fibre (more prone to breakage) |
| Device connections | 2.5Gbps Ethernet ports | 1Gbps media converters |
| Room-to-room link | Up to 10Gbps fibre link | 1Gbps media converters |
| Equipment | Multi-port switches and optical modules | Two media converters |
| Included fibre | 30m (40m/50m coming soon) | 40m |
| Kit price | £125 | See Amazon listing |
Fitting and removal
InvisiLight uses adhesive and an application tool. HideWire uses clear acrylic fasteners that peel off cleanly while still providing adhesive strength necessary to securely attach the cable to the wall. That makes it easy to remove when you move out, without leaving a permanent cable installation behind.
Handling the fibre
HideWire’s bend-insensitive fibre is 0.9mm in diameter and more durable than InvisiLight’s 0.6mm white fibre cable.
Connecting your devices
InvisiLight includes two 1Gbps media converters. HideWire includes multi-port switches with 2.5Gbps Ethernet ports and a fibre link up to 10Gbps. You can connect your computer, television and Wi-Fi access point to the same switch, rather than buying another one. This system provides extra flexibility and opportunity for future expansion of your HideWire network as well.
Price
InvisiLight costs more than twice as much as the £125 HideWire kit, as of October 2026. Its supplied media converters support 1Gbps, compared with HideWire’s 2.5Gbps Ethernet ports and 10Gbps fibre link between switches.
See the HideWire kit
30m of 0.9mm fibre, switches, optical modules, Ethernet leads and removable fasteners.
View the £125 kit