Testseek.com have collected 73 expert reviews of the Asus RT-AC86U Wireless AC 2900Mbps Gigabit Router and the average rating is 86%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Asus RT-AC86U Wireless AC 2900Mbps Gigabit Router.
December 2017
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73 Reviews
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The editors liked
Four stream 5 GHz radio
Full complement of ASUSWRT features
Strong wired routing performance
Solid throughput performance
MU-MIMO streaming
Excellent prioritization controls
Built-in network protection
Robust features and management settings
Excellent long-distance performance
Gaming and security optimizations
Excellent customizability
Built-in stand
You can customize just about every setting and the 5GHz speeds are amazing. It also has gaming-centric features
Security for your entire home and USB 3.1 Gen 1 for fast network storage and printing
5GHz quad stream gaming router
High coverage area and AiProtection network security
2900 Mbps data transfer speed
Allows The Repurposing Of Older Routers
Can Be Used In Multiple Configurations
Decent Wireless Performance
In Case Of A Tri-Band System
It Uses A 5GHz Radio For Backhaul
Ethernet Backhaul
Great Wireless Performance
Lots Of Advanced Features
AiMesh Compatible
Well-Designed Mobile App
Browser-Based Interface
The editors didn't like
Storage sharing didn't work
Auto 20/40 in 2.4 GHz could cause connection drops
Middling file-transfer speeds
Vertical mount only
Mediocre throughput close to clients
Need to set up router with connected browser
Slightly expensive
You can only use the app while you're connected to your home network
And the physical router has to stand upright with no wall mount option. It's only dual-band
So it lacks an extra 5GHz band to alleviate network congestion
2.4GHz wireless band not so great
Setting It Up Can Be Very Simple And Quick Or a Bit More Difficult Depending On The Used Routers
Published: 2018-08-10, Author: David , review by: uk.hardware.info
Abstract: One of the most common annoyances of modern man is a poorly functioning WiFi connection. Especially now that more and more devices are becoming connected and it only gets busier in the ether, it can do no harm to take a good look at your current equipment...
WTFast and Adaptive QoS for better online-gaming, AC2900 with quad-stream and MU-MIMO technology, Impressive feature set, Good performance, USB 3.0 and physical buttons for WiFi and LEDs,
none, “If you want a great router that doesn’t break your budget, get the ASUS RT-AC86U. It performs great, is built around modern technologies, and comes with a good feature set for under £150.”, ASUS Wireless-AC2900 RT-AC86U Gaming Router Review, We wou
I could keep could this page very and just say: It is an awesome router, go out and get one. But, don't worry. I do have more to say than that. ASUS' RT-AC86U is a classic router from its design. A stand-up router with three antennas on top. While that's...
Published: 2018-02-09, Author: Frank , review by: uk.hardware.info
ASUS AiMesh offers a very interesting alternative for mesh systems such as its own Lyra but based on standard routers. We tested the special AiMesh firmware with two ASUS RT-AC86U routers. The results are very promising: the performance is far better than...
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Published: 2018-01-16, Author: Alex , review by: techradar.com
Extensive firmware, Solid Wi-Fi speed and coverage, Well priced
Complex firmware, Divisive looks
We started out sniffing at its looks, and came out gawping at its performance. For its price, and we definitely suggest buying at the lower mark if you can find it, the Asus RT-AC86U cooks up prime wireless performance from a gamer-friendly recipe.Its per...
Published: 2017-12-23, Author: Dan , review by: CNET.co.uk
You can customize just about every setting and the 5GHz speeds are amazing. It also has gaming-centric features, security for your entire home and USB 3.1 Gen 1 for fast network storage and printing
You can only use the app while you're connected to your home network, and the physical router has to stand upright with no wall mount option. It's only dual-band, so it lacks an extra 5GHz band to alleviate network congestion
At $200, the Asus RT-AC86U is one of the best all-around routers. It has all the latest features, including extra security for all of your devices. This router should maximize your bandwidth and keep your home network running smoothly...
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Published: 2021-01-07, Author: John , review by: in.pcmag.com
Abstract: If you're a PC gaming enthusiast, you know about speed. Gaming rigs are good only if they're tricked out with the latest and fastest CPUs, lots of memory, the quickest solid state drive (SSD), and, of course, the best graphic cards. But while that combina...
The RT-AC86U is solid choice to replace your router that just doesn't seem to cut it anymore. It has all the features and performance you need for a big family or office.(previously published in issue February)...
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Published: 2017-10-18, Author: Vincent , review by: straitstimes.com
Abstract: The latest high-end routers are, more often than not, large, chunky boxes that weigh over a kilogram and take up more space than some gaming consoles.Thus, it is refreshing to find that Asus has reverted to a compact design for its new RT-AC86U dual-band...
Rendimiento excelente LANLAN en todas las mediciones con un grandísimo rendimiento, aunque no ha sido capaz de pasar la prueba de los 1.000 hilos TCP, Rendimiento excelente LANWAN en todas las mediciones, pasando la prueba de los 1.000 hilos TCP con un gr
No tiene la triple VLAN de Movistar FTTH para tener todos y cada uno de los servicios que ofrece el router original. ASUS nos ha asegurado que en unas semanas tendremos disponible un firmware beta con esta funcionalidad
Este nuevo router ASUS RT-AC86U ha cumplido con todas nuestras expectativas de manera sobresaliente. El rendimiento global es simplemente perfecto, no tiene ninguna debilidad que hayamos podido detectar durante la semana de pruebas intensivas realizadas.E...
Published: 2018-03-01, Author: Marc , review by: Cnetfrance.fr
Les vitesses en 5 GHz sont incroyables, chaque réglage est personnalisable, des fonctions dédiées au jeu vidéo, options de sécurité, port USB 3.1 pour le stockage en réseau et l'impression
L''application ne fonctionne que si l'on est connecté au réseau domestique, le routeur doit être installé à la verticale, seulement bi-bande, il manque une bande 5 GHz supplémentaire pour réduire la congestion du réseau
Le RT-AC86U d'Asus est l'un des meilleurs routeurs du marché, doté des dernières évolutions. Il devrait optimiser votre bande passante et vous assurer un réseau domestique fluide...
