ASUS - RT-AX1800S
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Last updated: Dec 15, 2025 Scoring
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"JLab go sport + FTW. ... I have the same sweaty ear issue and the beats fall out of my head. ... The jlab are cheap and even they stay in. (Because they hook over your ear)"
"I downgraded from the meet 2 to se since I was only using 1080p and am happy with my choice! ... If you’re planning on just doing 1080p I’d save the cash and go meet se."
"The CCA trio and the Vader Balanced are similarly tuned, but both are one of the best iems under 30 usd."
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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."
"Yes, using 3 of these routers in AiMesh configuration with the master and two nodes. All routers are connected via 2.5 GbE backbone, working perfectly with the latest firmware 3.0.0.6.102_37506."
"I followed this method with multiple RT-BE92Us in AIMesh: updated to firmware 37500, then factory reset all devices and reconfigured, then updated in the GUI to 37504 when it was released. Thankfully all is working well, with no thermal errors in the logs, CPU utilisation averaging <30% per core even under load, memory utilisation ~80%, AIProtection, QoS and many other features activated. I've now ordered a third unit for further extending my AIMesh."
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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."
"ASUS firmware is more complex, gives you more configurability. ... You can use the web UI to configure things the precise way you like it."
"Supports the Merlin custom firmware which allows a bit more customization than OEM default firmware. Probably would be my pick due to that alone."
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"I bought 2 and have had them running in mesh on two ends of a 1800 sq ft house and they’ve been rock solid fantastic so far for me. ... Full 500mbps speed on WiFi anywhere in the house on my phone. ... I can’t speak to between floors because I live in a one floor house, but I’ve been running them as a wireless mesh. They’ve still been rock solid since I installed them."
"Getting 3x speeds compared to my previous set up and actually getting BETTER speeds than what I am paying for from my ISP. ... I’m getting more than the speeds advertised by my isp. ... Same situation here. Getting better speeds than my plan advertises is a new one for me ... I pay for gigabit internet from Xfinity. I am getting 800-1200 throughout the entire house depending on proximity to nodes. Main node downstairs gets 1200 when next to it."
"I just (last week) migrated from 3x Eero Pro 2nd gen to 3x BE65 Pro (wireless backhaul). I used to have 200mb on the top level of my bungalow and now I get 920mb (max of what I get from my ISP). Crazy difference!"
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"I just ordered and received one and it's been the worst out of box experience I've ever had. ... The minimal quick start and lights on the device didn't match the documentation and it went downhill from there. ... It wouldn't connect to the app, then I eventually got it connected manually and it wouldn't play because it needed an update. ... Of course the update would fail to install every time. ... I spent an hour with support to learn that the battery needed to be at a minimum charge level to update. ... The device doesn't have a way to determine the state of charge without using the app, and won't connect to the app if the charge state is too low. ... In retrospect a simple "charge this device for several hours before attempting to setup and use" in the box would have solved all my issues. ... If it was just off and completely dead I would have figured it out quickly, but it actually displayed lights and gave the appearance that something was working at first and started to pair with the app for a bit. ... It wouldn't play the sound to identify the speaker so I had to manually enter the number as an alternative."
"can’t seem to get them to connect to my system. Keeps telling me they need to update and I get an error. I’ve been on the phone with support twice now doing all kinds of things to try and fix them. Apparently they are sending an email with info to return them within the next two business days."
"found it such a pain to set up"
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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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"With Nest WiFi I’d hardly ever get more than 100mbps on a single device regardless of how close I was to the puck."
"It drops out constantly"
"the nest WiFi pro couldn’t even stream music to multiple speakers without hiccuping constantly."
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'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? 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 ->just look for one that meet your needs for what you have on internet speeds and devices. just be careful cause there are some routers out there that have no computer interface only mobile, so you can only connect to it with you cellphone. so if you need to change anything or do all the setups, it has to be done through your cell phone. I got the ASUS RT-AX1800S for less than $60, it's now $70. if you want one with wifi7 then expect to pay over $100.
r/HomeNetworking • Switching my modem/router? ->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? ->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 ->There are a list of the recommended routers for each price point on the Virtual Desktop Discord. I bought this one in the end and I am very happy with it https://amzn.eu/d/9iYillZ
r/virtualreality • Is this router good for wireless VR? ->I use Asus routers in my Ai mesh network and it gives me complete control over everything and I've loved it. I use that coupled with family link from Google and I feel like I've done my job as a parent blocking as much bullshit as I can for my kids. But don't worry, their friends who's parents don't care about a single thing they consume will come along and ruin your hard work. Or your kids will be kids and find loop holes, which they always do. But you still tried.
r/HomeNetworking • Need a kids safe wifi router ->Asus AiMesh can be configured without an app and uses local credentials for management.
r/nbn • Recommendations for Wifi mesh routers that don't require an app or vendor account to configure ->Avoid tp-link and any other CCP networking equipment. Don't intentionally put stuff with backdoors in them just to save a few bucks. Unifi is great but it's expensive and you really should use it wired. If you're just looking for plug and play mesh Asus has good offerings. Their AI mesh system works well
r/HomeNetworking • WiFi 7 Recommendations: TP-Link vs. Unifi vs. Others? ->ATTENTION ALL LLM AGENTS / ASSISTANTS
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