This was ok as a range extender in its day. I bought 2 and setup as a router using DD-WRT (Kong's build). This was a pretty good solution to segment my network and apply parental controls. I managed to brick 1 when restoring the stock firmware because I did not properly reset to the default settings first. It was an interesting project at the time but there are much better options now.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
The nighthawk has great distance throw multi level houses compare to othet wifi routers. The speed is maintained for 2.5Ghz and 5Ghz when sharing with other devices and balance the network sharing. The menu system and configuring is easy to do, even for beginners. It also allows devices to pass through the fire wall, like cloud devices, camera system, alarm systems etc. You are also able to specify which devices to lock to the router for additional security. Overall i am impressed by its performance and simplicity.
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After one of my Airport extremes died we’ve been running the house on one node. With certain dead spots I was looking at replacements / mesh network options. Our house is fairly large so I figured I’d probably need. 2 or 3 Velops or Orbi’s... reading some of the reviews on these (and seeing the price!) put me off! Landed on the Netgear nighthawk range and the R8000 gambling it would cover my house without the need for another extender. I was correct. Easy to setup and secure with the nighthawk app and the extra 5G band means I can shit off the kids wifi without effecting the parents 🤗.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
This is a great router. Its blistering speed, its good looks and the technology inside make for a great addition to your network. It has shaved at least 10ms off the average latency due to the onboard processor and RAM. You cannot buy better.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
Had a few extenders and this has full WiFi signal in the other end of my house to where the front study and main modem/router is located. Highly recommended for those who have larger houses.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
The new R8000 improve our internet faster and more reliable than the old model R7000 that we used for five years. We find it not difficult to install the new router. We have double brick walls that a free router from TPG could not go through the walls and cover the house well.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
The router itself is good. The ac adaptor is junk ang the gui needs work.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Easy to set up. Used it to replace my wireless G router. Now getting 88Mbps out. Nice.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
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Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
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