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About this product
Product Identifiers
BrandASUS
MPNRT-AC88U, RTAC88U
Ean0889349030349
GTIN0889349030349
ModelRT-AC88U, Asus AC3100
eBay Product ID (ePID)219518869
Product Key Features
ConnectivityWired & Wireless
Maximum LAN Data Rate1000 Mbps
ColourBlack
Ports8, USB 3.0, USB 2.0
TypeAdapter
Number of LAN Ports2
Dimensions
Item Height299mm
Additional Product Features
Wireless Speed3167Mbps
Speed (Mbps)3167Mbps
Wireless TechnologyWireless AC
Protocol802.11ac
Port SpeedGigabit
Ratings and reviews
Most relevant reviews
- 04 Aug, 2018Top favourable review
Good build quality with loads of features
Bought this to replace the free router that came with my subscription. The free router was reasonably ok but seems to give errors and slow access after being powered on for too long. After reading reviews and monitoring the prices, I got this router and configured it for my Internet connection. Replace the modem and works first time. Used the smart connect option for the WiFi and works like a charm. This allows the use of a single SSID but works over the dual-band channels on the WiFi, and switches seamlessly. However, at times (being powered on for a few days, noticed that the transmission power seems to have dropped. However, a reboot of the router has rectified it (will have to monitor this). There is AiMesh but I have not tried it out. A good feature to have if I have trouble covering the house with Wifi, but at the moment, this router is doing fine. My Internet connection is via NBN HFC with TPG.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 11 Apr, 2019Top critical review
Adequate but probably over priced for what it does.
Is a nice looking unit and provides some nice features that outshine my old Netcomm. I expected the WiFi performance to well and truly exceed my netcomm due to the substantial price difference and the use of 4 external antennas however it didn't. I find the positioning of the USB 3 port under a flip down cover on the front of the unit to be weird as I have a USB 3 external disk permanently parked there meaning the cover is always open and as the USB 2 port is on the back and I have a disk parked there as well I have cables poking out both sides of the unit. I think both usb ports should be on the back and they should both be USB 3. The unit is designed to look sciencefiction'ie so the LED lights on top have icons under them that are very small and very hard to decipher.especially for old eyes like mine. It lacks built in VOIP which the netcomm has so to me it's a bit of a coin toss which unit is better. I reckon for a general user the Netcomm is fine. If you have gamers in the household and don't need voip and don't mind the extra cost then this one will make you very happy.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 06 Feb, 2020
great router for someone looking for more features with good UI, but below expected wifi transfer speeds.
excellent router with a lot of features (like link aggregation and traffic monitoring). But Wi-Fi speeds were WAY below what I was expecting. Using iperf3 I'm getting below 60/Mbps (megabits) on mobile devices and below 230Mbps on a desktop & laptop (both with good/new AC wifi), all tests where done between the Wi-Fi device and a LAN computer. Maybe these are good speeds but I expected better, It was hardly an upgrade from my old Asus router (a 2014 model).Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 17 Oct, 2016
Not for mobile broadband users
Excellent product - does just about everything a home user could want, the ONLY problem with this product is... If you are intending to use this product with a 3/4G mobile broadband USB dongle, then forget it. There are only a few 'specific' USB devices that work with this router, (there is a compatibility list on ASUS website) and none for OPTUS in Australia. ASUS technical support are absolutely no help and it appears that the compatibility list has not been updated since the devices' release. Buyer beware, as nowhere, in any documentation is it mentioned that your USB dongle will not work properly unless you have one of the 'compatible' devices in the ASUS list. I have tried in vain to have ASUS upgrade their firmware to include my OPTUS E3372 4G USB device.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 13 Oct, 2016
Excellent performer
We have only had this RT-AC88U for a week an a bit so cannot comment on its long term reliability. It has specialised gaming advantages also which we do not use and cannot comment on. We had an RT-AC68U up until getting this one. The previous was an outstanding unit. Fast, good range, takes a USB drive, had no over-heating problem, was easy to operate via its excellent software and highly configurable. The AC88 is all that but shows stronger signal in hard to receive places, it has 8 in lieu of 4 wired connections, seems faster (likely more to do with slightly better signal than speed I think) it also seems easier to make new connections; was a dream to set-up. I expect it will give the same very solid and reliable, very fast preformance as the previous version perhaps with a bit more speed and utility. On the basis of its speed and configurability along with the reliability of its older sibling I happily recommend it.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 23 Jun, 2016
Unbelievable range
So far even on a Satellite connection I am getting incredible range through brick and plaster walls of approximately 200m radius ( plus if I didn't get bored with testing) outside the house where the router is located. I have not tested the extender yet The settings all seem to be there for customization. The speeds are definitely there so no drop outs at all .My one and ONLY complaint is I wish it were smaller and cheaper. However for getting 8 ports instead of 4 and one that can be used as an extra Lan I say pay the price and dont worry about the size . I love this gadget and its so easy to get started !!! *NB I am rural so I dont know if it would have the same range residential I think it would though from what I have heard and the other benefits are worth it anyway. Also this supplier was super fast with delivery and good in generalVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 08 Mar, 2018
Great Wireless Router
I bought this router because my old Netgear router died and my Wife's Mac book was constantly dropping the connection to the ISP's router. I used to get about 35 mbps download on my 100 mbps internet connection now I get 118 mbps!! The range is awesome and it has lots of inbuilt features including: Threat protection VPN Parental controls Guest Network Android appVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 21 Jun, 2018
Asus router
An excellent device that has fixed my wifi problems at home. I can how have three devices streaming at once instead of one and the clarity on Netflix is clearer due to the additional internal bandwidth. A great device with great security features.. A must have for all parents too with the internet pause which can be applied to any device via the app.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 01 Aug, 2018
Best piece of networking kit out there, simply awesome!
This is a fantastic router which I have only just connected to my FTTP NBN. The customisation that is built into the software makes this the best router I have ever had the pleasure of using in my home network. Prior to this I was using the Telstra Gateway Max 2 which was really good but this piece of hardware just miles ahead in terms of functionality. The wi-fi coverage is amazing and the bonus has to be the 8 ports which have enabled me to connect all my TVs and TV boxes by Ethernet making for a seamless entertainment hub. I read fantastic reviews about this piece of kit and it has more than surpassed its reputation as one of the best routers out there. And for the price point, I won't even start with the value for money this represents. Overall I am very impressed with this router, highly recommended!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 30 Apr, 2020
It just works
Very simple to setup and has great range we use it on our rural property for WiFi calling as we have no phone coverage will have 3 routers working in Aimesh mode by the weekend to give even wider coverage around the property of over 200sq meters from house to shed to paddocksVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
