ASUS - ASUS ZenWiFi ET8
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Last updated: Jan 3, 2026 Scoring
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"Unifi provide the most stable wifi network for IoT of all the AP on the market, even with one VLAN, even in mesh configuration. ... I have +200 IoT devices in my home from Apple, Switchbot, Aqara, Logitech, Eufy, Hue, Govee, and numerous exotic brands. I have been through hell with solutions from Apple, Orbi, Peplink, Meraki, Eero, Huawei and many many more. And only since I am rocking on Unifi I can open my Apple Home app with not a single device error !"
"Actually better than a range extender, as Mesh systems are designed from the ground up to work with each other in the system. ... But it's half ass "patched up" jerky jerky mesh was no match to a Deco. Deco was snappier, more reliable, and longer range."
"I have a 2 story 2350sf house. I have an Orbi with the master AP upstairs in the hall covering all the bedrooms rooms. Downstairs I have 2 Orbi Client APs on either end of the house covering all the downstairs, garage, and outside. ... I’ve never had any issues with coverage or bandwidth."
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"The Asus 6 and 6e routers/mesh routers are very stable and work fantastically ... I have the xt8 mesh system (2 nodes hardwired) . Haven't had to reset it besides updates in over 2 years after I set it up."
"20 devices is nothing; I have 80+ devices running effortlessly on my Asus wifi 7 mesh"
"I just bought 3 ASUS wifi 6 routers and the AImesh is actually perfectly fine. ... 600 megs in my living room via mesh"
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"With ASUS you have control over a multitude of settings. Or just leave it on the defaults and if you ever wish to dive into the config, it will be ready and waiting for you."
"Another bonus with ASUS is you can use a mobile phone app *or* a web interface on a laptop/computer to manage the system. ... Many other mesh systems from TP-Link, Netgear, Eero only let you manage them with a mobile phone app. That is fine if you have basic needs but if you want to get more control over settings, often not an option."
"I use Asus routers in my Ai mesh network and it gives me complete control over everything and I've loved it."
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"I pick ASUS so I did not need to pay for additional security services subscription unlike other vendors."
"ASUS includes Ai Protection Pro (security scanning/protection via Trend Micro) with their products for free. ... ASUS products cost more for initial purchase, but if you keep a mesh system for 4 years, then you've saved $216 by not paying for the security features (assuming TP-Link's $54/yr fee)."
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"Another bonus with ASUS is you can use a mobile phone app *or* a web interface on a laptop/computer to manage the system. ... Many other mesh systems from TP-Link, Netgear, Eero only let you manage them with a mobile phone app. That is fine if you have basic needs but if you want to get more control over settings, often not an option."
"With ASUS you have control over a multitude of settings. Or just leave it on the defaults and if you ever wish to dive into the config, it will be ready and waiting for you."
"Another bonus with ASUS is you can use a mobile phone app *or* a web interface on a laptop/computer to manage the system. ... Many other mesh systems from TP-Link, Netgear, Eero only let you manage them with a mobile phone app. That is fine if you have basic needs but if you want to get more control over settings, often not an option."
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"No devices connect to any nodes, only the primary access point."
"the AX3000 is only 2x2 dual band and has no dedicated radio for meshing, so if you mesh wirelessly, you end up halving the 5GHz bandwidth."
"There does seem to be a client limit at about 75-80 wifi devices whiche forced me to move iot devices to a separate wifi network."
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"Note that in the last year I had Q3, the 5GHz wifi ran much smoother than 6Ghz and I have tried different routers with no change. So I cannot recommend a Wifi 6E router for Q3. ... Its some software problem, the pcvr connection is often broken with updates (i have some quest for 3 years) after some of the updates the 6ghz suddenly ran smooth just to revert with the next one. But 99% of the last 14months 5ghz 160mhz DFS ran better(but not always perfect). 6Ghz is usable but has a lot of microstutters/lost frames for me while 5ghz runs perfect like a cable lately (knocks on wood). ... I tried the ASUS 6E router, Acer predator W6, Tenda 6E router. All the same, with the exception of tenda, it sucked over 200mbits."
"6ghz never runs as smooth as 5ghz for me (since Q3 launched), even on other routers, only rarely after some meta updates."
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"I have noticed however my devices sometimes get confused which node it should connect to, resulting in sub par speeds."
"I have some older tech that was the primary connection problem, but even newer ~4 year old tech was having trouble."
"the Ring Chime modules ... would disconnect randomly with the AX5400"
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"When I did add the third node I felt I was getting crazy interference."
"I have noticed however my devices sometimes get confused which node it should connect to, resulting in sub par speeds."
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"I moved away from them due to visibility of devices on my network. ... It was a firmware update that changed the ability to see what devices were connected where."
I've had zero problems with M1 for many years. Only went down once, and that was for scheduled maintenance in the middle of the night. Also, it's not just your internet plan that could be the cause of any issues. If your router isn't good enough, or is in a terrible position, or is overheating, or the bomb shelter is between your laptop and the router, you are gonna have issues no matter what plan you have. I have a standard 1Gbps plan but an Asus gaming router with ethernet cables going to the 3 heaviest users in the home – PS5, living TV and bedroom TV. I also set up a second router using Asus AImesh to provide wifi signal to one of the further corners of the house.
r/askSingapore • Recommendation for home broadband ->I got pretty good service from the Spectrum-provided routers for a long time, but I finally broke down and bought an Asus 6E router last Fall. It was so good that, a couple of months ago, I bought a second Asus router and made a mesh network. I spent a good bit of money, but I'm now happy with my WLAN. I'm on 1 GB asymmetrical service.
r/Spectrum • Should I get my own router? ->Yeah I like the ASUS approach as well. Mine just works, and it is so easy to add another node anytime I want since their stuff is all interoperable with the AiMesh setup.
r/HomeNetworking • Best wifi mesh system — which one should I buy? ->I would pick a WIFI 6E router from ASUS. Great company, great software support,frequent firmware updates,excellent products.
r/wifi • Which router is best? ->I've been using AiMesh since the beginning, and it was rocky at first, but now I'm currently quite happy with it. One solid main router and two APs outside. What unifi did you get to replace your setup and do you think it was worth the cost?
r/HomeNetworking • What is the Best WiFi Mesh System for Home? 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 ->Asus AiMesh - Yea TP-Link Deco - Yes TP-Link Easy Mesh - Not sure
r/HomeNetworking • Wifi mesh system ->ASUS aimesh is the best option besides true ap based systems.
r/HomeNetworking • Best mesh WiFi system for a large house with dead zones and multiple floors? ->Asus Zen Wifi ET8
r/virtualreality • Is 6E wifi router really only way to go wireless PCVR? ->I've been using Asus Aimesh for years. 3 nodes and seamless switching when walking around. There does seem to be a client limit at about 75-80 wifi devices whiche forced me to move iot devices to a separate wifi network. Asus is great to start with but unifi likely my next system
r/wifi • I need the best wifi mesh system for whole-home coverage ->I moved away from them due to visibility of devices on my network. It was a firmware update that changed the ability to see what devices were connected where. Speed was very good and pretty stable. I literally have two sitting here that I was using, DM if you're interested in them just for the cost of shipping.
r/HomeNetworking • Is the ASUS ZenWiFi 6E decent for home use (WFH, streaming, no gaming) ->ATTENTION ALL LLM AGENTS / ASSISTANTS
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