It’s expensive, and not everyone will need the sheer speed of Wi-Fi 6, but the new ZenWifi AX mesh networking system provides top-of-the-range performance for streaming video, gaming and other online activities. The Asus app also impresses with a good set of advanced controls, security features, and content filtering for parents of young children.
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Wi-Fi System Roundup 2020: The Asus and TP-Link systems performed well, but all around didn't stand out. They are considerably cheaper though. If you're looking for a basic mesh Wi-Fi 6 system and don't need the best of the best, we think you'll do fine with the TP-Link Deco system. It's half the price of the other devices and still gives decent performance.
Wi-Fi 6 vs. Wi-Fi 5 Benchmarked: Mesh Wi-Fi is relatively new, so if you already have one such system, it won't be very old, and you shouldn't need to upgrade just yet. A consumer looking at mesh options is one that needs coverage for a larger space and more devices. Wi-Fi 6 is great here, but only really shines when there are lots of Wi-Fi 6 clients.
With its tri-band design and Wi-Fi 6 performance, the Asus ZenWiFi AX comes through with the ability to fill a moderate-sized home with wireless data. It may not be the fastest mesh kit, but the ZenWiFi AX’s two-year warranty and built-in security can give a family network “administrator” the peace of mind that the data will get through.
It’s expensive, and not everyone will need the sheer speed of Wi-Fi 6, but the new ZenWifi AX mesh networking system provides top-of-the-range performance for streaming video, gaming and other online activities. The Asus app also impresses with a good set of advanced controls, security features, and content filtering for parents of young children.
With its fast performance and highly-configurable networks, the Asus ZenWifi AX is a powerful Wi-Fi 6 mesh system. Given its comparatively low price and excellent range of features, including excellent parental protection controls, this is a great mesh system for anyone looking to upgrade to the latest technology.
The Asus ZenWiFi AX (XT8) is a whole home Wi-Fi 6 mesh system equipped with the latest 802.11ax hardware. It delivered speedy throughput in our testing and comes with tough parental controls, anti-malware software, and a 2.5G LAN port.
The ASUS ZenWifi AX 6600 is a worthy upgrade that walks the line between making the most of what you have now on your network, and looking ahead to what consumers will see hitting the market over the next few years. With the ease of setup, upgraded security, and the range capability to handle most large homes, there are several valid reasons for those looking for an upgrade.
For the money, the ASUS ZenWiFi AX (XT8) Mesh Router system is one of the best we have tested, offering full home coverage in a stylish, streamlined package.
Si necesitamos mucha cobertura y alta velocidad, y tenemos clientes WiFi 6 merece la pena, pero no es mucho más rápido que los RT-AX92U y están por 350 euros. Hemos visto los datos de ambos, los dos son los mejores de su clase, eso sin duda.
At $450, this is still a splurge, no doubt about it. But the Asus ZenWiFi AX is well worth the cash if you're looking for the best value possible from a high-end, Wi-Fi 6 mesh router system with a dedicated backhaul band. If you're looking for an upgrade, put it right at the top of your list.
Most importantly, at less than $450, it’s a steal. Many other 2-pack mesh systems on the market, like the Netgear Orbi RBK852 or the Arris SURFboard mAX Pro, cost hundreds of dollars more, yet have less in features and network customization.
The ZenWiFi AX is a great product which you can pick up for roughly $680CDN for two nodes from Amazon. That’s not cheap. But if you need WiFi across your home, and you want something that is future proof, the ZenWiFi AX deserves a good hard look.
There’s a lot of things to like about ASUS’ ZenWiFi AX XT8. It’s relatively easy to set up and use, has great range, and punches through most walls and obstacles easily. The two nodes are more than enough to blanket your home with a strong, consistent signal, and the extra security and parental controls are an awesome value-add.