NETGEAR - Orbi™ Tri-Band Wi-Fi Router (RBR50) - White

This router replaced my ailing Asus 1900n router (may she rest in peace.) Being a heavily connected family, we required something with the extra 'oomph' to handle our myriad of wifi-enabled devices. The Orbi definitely fit the bill, at least on paper, so we purchased a single unit (our house is just at 2,000 square feet.) Pro: Range-wise, the unit lives up to it's claims. Sitting out in driveway I still receive just as good connectivity as I do in the bedroom (the unit being in the kitchen.) Appearance-wise this is a unit that looks like it should be small and cute, but it's actually quite large - heavy too. Thankfully, while it towers over my old router, the color is an unobtrusive white matte finish. Set up was easy and hassle free, though it does take about 3-5minutes for the unit to fully set itself up. Cons: The only con so far has been the software. Antiquated and looking like a throwback to those 1990's websites, the interface is slow on just about any action. While it offers a lot of what Power Users like, it can be frustrating waiting for the page to refresh. Using the Genie software provided by Netgear, the Orbi seems like an aberration. While Genie works, you can definitely tell it wasn't meant for the Orbi. Hopefully Net gear comes up with updated software that offers better usability with the style a beautiful device like the Orbi deserves. In Conclusion: For a 2,000 square foot cinder block home, this unit has been able to handle heavy use all on it's own. Coverage hasn't been an issue and the nice matte finish means the router doesn't stand out as much while sitting on my kitchen counter. If you can get past the aging software interface you'll enjoy a very power-user friendly device.

I had bought this wireless wifi router to replace my aging aris surfboard modem/router. I was skeptical and had tons of questions for the sales rep, Hannah. She answered all my questions and she even mentioned that if I didn't like it, I could return it. This wifi router is fast and covers 2000 sq ft and did I mention it's fast? It was really easy to install, just plug and play. I have numerous users that are on the wifi and my old router couldn't keep up. My only complaint is that there are only 3 wired ports for ethernet and my old router had 4, but other than that, I have no regrets! It also gives me the ability to expand if I wanted to!

I did a speed test before I removed my older router and a speed test after I replaced it with the Netgear Orbi.My download speed is now nearly three times faster.We have three 4k tv's which we sometime stream 4k from YouTube and Netflix and no buffering at all now.We can also do this while running three iPads online at the same time,Seems it was definitely worth the money !

I've had the Orbi wifi router for a few weeks now and love it. The speeds are amazing. I formally had a NetGear R6200 which sported a solid average of 235 Mbps. I'm now averaging over 350 Mbps with the Orbi. My internet provider is COX and I currently have the NetGear CM500 cable modem. I just purchased the NetGear C1000 cable modem and can't wait to see the speeds I can accomplish. The Orbi was fairly easy to setup and I haven't had any issues since it has been commissioned.

I bought Orbi to replace my Apple Airport Express - which was great but started to drop connection several times per day. Research showed some sort of glitch between the Airport and Cox (my internet provider). I also loved the idea of stronger signals for multiple devises. Set up of Orbi was super easy - and the signal does seem stronger even without the satellite. It solved the dropping issue for about 3 weeks - but now has started to drop randomly. Still digging for a cause - noted on support forums that others are experiencing this as well. I did purchase a 2nd unit for a residence in another state that is 2 story and set up the satellite there and it works great - it has not dropped at all and the signal is super strong everywhere. So high level its a great option - but need to solve for the random dropping.

This router is great and set up is the easiest I have ever used. I am only using the single Orbi router in our home which is about 2800 square feet and speed and coverage is awesome. We are not very heavy wifi users at this time but when the kids get older and more tech savvy we wanted something we could easily upgrade to get more coverage and power. I replaced a D-link ac3200 router and never looked back.

Our router provided by At&T its either so slow or always gets interruption. So I installed one of these router right away you can tell the difference. I get stable internet speed, no disconnection problem, it can connect multiple devices, wifi range gets wider. So far I had this for 2 months now and 0% problem with it. I recommend this for the household that runs a lot of devices or for the person works from home. This unit is a bit expensive but its worth it! I am planning to get the satellite addition soon.

I have a home which is about 3000 sf. I have the main router and the satellite in opposite sides of my home. I am able to get great access no matter where I am and I am also able to get very good access in my back yard. It was more than I would normally spend for this type of device but after having it for a while I am glad I bought it.