I purchased two of the ASUS RT-AX86S routers to replace a two node Apple router system that I was running. I was previously running an Airport TimeCapsule as a primary router cabled to an Airport Extreme as a remote node. Now I have these two RT-AX86S units cabled together via 1gig ethernet using the ASUS AiMesh system. Bit of a learning curve going from Apple to ASUS, I but now that I know my way around the ASUS web interface I really like it. You will have to do some research, but it is very flexible and you can configure the network almost any way that you want. I’m successfully running the Dual band Smart connect mode. I’m running a mix of old and new devices on both bands without issue. I like the vertical orientation of the unit, it should aid cooling of the internals. I have had overheat issues with other network gear that had a flat horizontal design. Data rates are great. I am on a 400Mbps Comcast plan and usually test at 450-480Mbps actual download speeds on my newer devices, so no problems there. I had some issues with a couple of fixed location devices (iMac and printer) occasionally connecting to the remote node, and running at slow speeds or losing connectivity. The solution was to simply bind them to the closest node. Problem solved. Binding is very easy to do using the web interface (haven’t tried the iOS app). I have had zero problems for two months now after binding these problem child devices. The routers and connections have been rock solid. The routers run cool and the speeds are great. Range seems to be as good or better than my old setup. I’m not running any of the built in specialty software modules yet, so I can’t speak to those. I did setup a couple of guest VLANs, those seem to work well also. My biggest complaint with ASUS is the difficulty in finding/understanding the documentation of some of the more advanced features (AiMesh vs Access Point vs Repeater mode for example). It is out there, but you will have to work to find and understand it. This is fairly typical of most router manufactures though I believe.

Upgraded our internet service and figured we might as well upgrade our router as well. Night and day difference from the Spectrum provided router! We stream movies, game, and use several Ring/Alexa devices on several devices seamlessly. Our son loves the WiFi6 speed for gaming. We've owned this particular router for about a year now and love it. Definitely recommend the AUSUS AX5700.

Such an amazing router! Best router I've ever purchased. Amazing speed and range. Every other router I've had, I only get 1 or 2 bars in my bedroom. This router, I get full bars! No cutting out with my internet either. Definitely recommend this router. Bought when on sale for $70 off.

Great value, Not a lot of assembling, just screw in the antennas. Instruction written well and easy to follow. Wifi range is fantastic

Fastest gaming router I have ever installed.Setup is super easy,Just download the Asus App amd your all set.