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the slw-20 would be the closes to the nero 3. this is the one you would want for wifi control. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B099QXC1MC?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_3NERFW3126FYFA4CVBJN
you can set schedules with this, the app isnt as full featured as AI but for the price, it works.
if the two doesnt share the same ssid, just connect to the 2.4ghz and you'll be fine. its mostly with routers that share the 2.4/5ghz ssid that have issues.
another work around is if he has a device that only connects to 2.4ghz. like an older iphone/ipad/ andriod cell/tablet and use that for the initial setup.
i've been there but I believe they are moving to a new location soon. I haven't been in awhile but they were a decent LFS. bought one of my tangs from them a few years ago and its been healthy. dry good prices are fine.