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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 95 reviews

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93%would recommend to a friend
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  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    ASUS BE6500 Dual Band Router

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchased to replace faulty Linksys router. Setup/installation was a breeze. Range far surpasses my previous unit. Wife enjoys the signal strength as she is usually farthest away from the router and is pleased with the connectivity. Mostly used for streaming and surfing the web. Extremely pleased w purchase. Would recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very dependable router!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very happy with this! Our prior router was starting to go, and this one easily can broadcast what we get from our ISP. Setup was easy, and has good range.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good router

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This replaces an old Asus router that no longer received security updates. I've been using this brand for many years and like it. This one is in the group with the longest-dated security commitment on an Asus web page for the UK. After reading a Wikipedia article mentioning trust issues with Trend Micro software, I revoked consent for it to be used in the router, which works fine without those functions. It's nice to finally get WPA3. The router works well. I like the ease of use and flexibility of the browser-based user interface.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Speedy Router

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I like how the mesh works and love the interface, the speed of this router is insane love it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    ASUS Router Review

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’ve been using the ASUS RT-BE82U BE6500 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router for a while now, and honestly it’s working exactly as advertised. Right out of the box the setup was smooth and straightforward — the ASUS app made the whole process painless and intuitive, with no confusing steps. Once it was up and running, the performance noticeably outpaced my older router, with faster speeds and rock-steady connections across multiple devices. On the network side, this router taps into the new Wi-Fi 7 standard with dual-band speeds up to around 6500 Mbps — which translates into consistently fast streaming, smooth online gaming, and zero hiccups when multiple people are on different devices. Another nice bonus is the USB 3.2 Gen 1 port for network storage, which gives you extra flexibility if you want shared files or media on your home network. ([Best Buy][3]) The only real limitation — and something a few reviewers have pointed out — is that it’s dual-band only, so you don’t get a dedicated 6 GHz band like higher-end Wi-Fi 7 models. If ultra-wide coverage or full tri-band performance is what you need, there are pricier options. Still, for most homes this thing delivers exceptional real-world performance without breaking the bank. ([Best Buy][1]) Overall it’s been reliable, fast, and exactly what I needed. I’d recommend it to anyone who wants to upgrade to Wi-Fi 7 without paying top-tier router prices. ---

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    No complaints

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Had an ASUS router before switching to a Netgear router about 5yrs ago. I was frustrated with the Netgear router constantly going offline and issues with the app. Luckily my Netgear router just stopped working, and I decided to go back to ASUS. I’ve had the new router for 20 days now. Easy setup, faster performance than previous router, no connection issues yet, and the app is much better than Netgear app. User friendly, connects almost immediately, and no lag time like Netgear’s app. Completely satisfied and happy I went back to ASUS.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awsome upgrade

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I got this to replace a neck gear router.I got fourteen years ago. So I want to get something that would be good for the future. MAN is this thing Awesome. very easy to set up very fast. I would highly recommend this one.The range is incredible.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good but expect a learning curve

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Let me first say that Best Buy is the best. I have always enjoyed their website and the products offered. As for the router itself. I had always used Netgear before and this was on sale so took a chance. Pros: 1. Very good range. 2. Good speed. 3. Good mobile app once you get used to it. Cons: 1. Setup was difficult due to the different application. I'm familiar with computers and this some learning and research to setup. The quick setup did not go as advertised. If you are only setting up a computer then you may be fine. 2. No easy way to separate the 2.4 and 5.0 bands. I have mini plugs and echo speakers that connect by the 2.4 band and even after getting them separated it would not connect. I had to do further research on a new band they have called "IOT" for internet of things. This needs to be used in order to connect those devices. I finally got everything done. 3. Good solid router but expect a learning curve it you have not used this brand.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for my needs!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent ease of setup, reliable performance — with a couple of trade-offs (no 6GHz band, dual-band only). If you’re looking for a router that is “future-ready” without going all-in on the top tier, this is a very good pick.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Dependable and easy to set up

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought a modem with this Router and both were very easy to set up and very dependable signal. Increased my internet speed considerably. I ended up returning this only because Comcast gave me a free Modem/Router when I upgraded my Internet plan.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great as an AI Mesh node

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Honestly this worked better than expected. I'm using an RT-BE88U as the main router on my main floor with this RT-BE82U as an AI Mesh node in my basement with a wired backhaul and works in my house beautifully. The RT-BE88U covered the house originally with enough signal, but my gigabit internet speeds turned into 50-100 Mbps in the basement or far side of the house. With this router added, I now get 700-800 Mbps over wireless in nearly the entire house. I've had no issues roaming through the house and have full coverage for all 5400 sq feet and then some.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works perfect

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works perfect. Easy to set up and gets the signal as far as I need it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect!

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Wanted to upgrade my network to WiFi 7 and I did a ton of research to build my first AIMesh system for faster gaming speeds in my bedroom. I purchased 2 of these BE82u routers and ran a 100 ft Ethernet cord under my house to connect the two routers via hardwire for the mesh system. Now I have lighting fast WiFi in every single room of my house. If you frequently use WiFi further away from your router, I highly recommend a mesh system! It’s so worth it. I didn’t need tri band so I went with dual band

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A very nice router at a good price

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    A well priced, Asus Wi-Fi7 dual band route that is compact, easy to program and works well. It can be used as part of a MESH setup, which I'm doing, or as a fully independent router. The menus are easy to follow if you want to setup in more detail, but the guided setup will be fine for most folks. I would definitely buy this router again.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    2500 sq. Ft.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to set up, 2500sq. ft. house set it up in center of house. Connects everywhere at my house.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Router, Recommended

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Setup was a breeze. I love the separate network for IoT. I highly recommend this router. No issues whatsoever and we have many devices all streaming the top tier 4k/Dolby atmos Netflix sub and other streaming services. My daughter plays Roblox online and we have smart appliances and cameras. No drops, no slow speeds, a great mobile app, and lots of features for management. I bought this as a longtime Netgear customer and I am never going back. Not that the routers didnt perform, I just got really tired of their dated software. It is also smaller, and takes up way less space then the Nighthawk I had.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Solid router

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It was easy to setup, fast, good coverage with lots of features. Good value if you catch it on sale.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great router for a great price

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    Bought this router after doing a fair bit of research and glad I did. Super easy to install and set up. Internet speeds seem to be handled well so far so no complaints.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Okay worth the $

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    Easy set up. Been up about a week. So far service is so so. Had to reset router a few times for WiFi going out. Kids complaining a lot re going out. May need something to extend service but so far not pleased with having to reset router this much. Still good for WiFi quality and easy set up.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great router!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I use this router as an extender to reach my garage, Ring doorbells and streaming. Too easy to set up. Great software on phone to control from anywhere. Handles all data seamlessly.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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