Testseek.com have collected 86 expert reviews of the Netgear XR500 Nighthawk Pro AC2600 and the average rating is 84%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Netgear XR500 Nighthawk Pro AC2600.
June 2018
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The editors liked
Easy to install
Gamer-friendly management software
Good close-range throughput and file-transfer performance in testing
Up to 2600Mbps data transfer speed
4 external antennas offer great range
Powerful software features
User friendly setup and monitoring regardless of which tool you choose
DumaOS is feature-rich
Customizable
And has actual gaming features to aid the user experience
High throughput maintained across both wireless N and AC networks in the test area
VP
Low-latency design
Informative dashboard
Very good performance and range
DumaOS
Max speeds across every device
Sleek design
Ease of use
The editors didn't like
Middling long-range performance in testing
Costlier than competing models
Some games may not work when geo-filter enabled
Pricing in the USA is not as attractive as in the UK
A confusing collection of setup and monitoring options that can potentially overwhelm customers
Antenna strength is lacking for a product in this price range
Abstract: Gaming these days needs all the edge it can get. The Netgear Nighthawk XR500 Pro Gaming Router aims to give gamers that edge.Out of the box, the Netgear Nighthawk XR500 Router comes with four antennas, power adapter, an Ethernet Cable and a Quick Start...
Published: 2018-08-13, Author: Phil , review by: ausdroid.net
If any of the notes along the way have resonated with you in terms of the functionality and control that you require on your network then you should definitely put the Netgear Nighthawk Pro Gaming router at the very sharp end of a very short shopping list...
I have been following the Nighthawk brand since March of 2014, in those now four years, we have seen so many platforms come through the lab, the mind boggles. That said, the Nighthawk solutions, for the most part, stick out not only for the design of some...
Gamers have total control with tons of options to reduce lag, stabilize ping and ensure local connections while playing console games. The menu has helpful pop-up screens to explain what each setting does. The router's range on 2.4GHz was impressive
It would have been nice if geo-filtering worked for more PC games, even though similar features are available through the actual games themselves. Its top speed on 5GHz was a little slower than I've seen with other similar routers and there's no useful ap
Netgear and NetDuma teamed up to create a gamer's delight inside a futuristic-looking router. The XR500's speed and range are more than enough for a medium-to-large home. The DumaOS interface has lots of customization options and helpful hints for even n...
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Published: 2019-01-14, Author: Steven , review by: gamegrin.com
Ultimately, the unique selling point of the Nighthawk XR500 is all about DumaOS. The hardware and what it can do can be matched by other routers at similar or lower price-points. However, the added functionality in the OS coupled with the stunning UI on d...
Very easy to install and configure, DumaOS gaming dashboard, Excellent features, Superb specification
Expensive, Geo-filter not compatible with some games
Is the Netgear XR500 Gaming Router worth buying?If you are looking for a router that does everything you could possibly wish for a router to do and plenty of things you haven't even thought of, then you can't go wrong with the XR500. But, that comes at a...
Easy setup, Gaming appearance, Removeable antennas, Good range, Great speeds, DumaOS is fantastic, Gaming specific features, Can turn off the LEDs, USB Connectivity, Neutral, - Expensive
Plastic body feels cheap, No mounting hardware, Sticker almost impossible to remove
In today's world, the importance of having a permanent, stable internet connection is almost priceless; making the choice of the correct network hardware all the more crucial. The Netgear XR500 would make an excellent choice for anyone who takes their gam...
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...
