Customer Ratings & Reviews

I have backhaul eithernet and these work absolutly great.

An overall easy setup process, fantastic speeds, and flexible connectivity with just a few quirks. The setup process was simple and straightforward for the most part where I was up and running in about 15 minutes. I chose to use the same wifi name as my previous router to avoid the need to rejoin a new network on my existing devices. One thing to note if you choose to do this is to unplug all your old routers or access points before doing so to avoid conflicts. While this system provides an extreme level of customization, it’s only if you want it, the normal setup process is a breeze. What I found interesting is that I only set up the main unit and one node initially, adding the 3rd node after the fact and I did not have to do anything, literally anything for the node to appear in my network. I just plugged it in and after it initialized it just appeared in my network. That’s different than any other mesh network which I’ve used before where I usually have to add them via the app. As for setup issues, while a few others mentioned some issues, it was generally smooth for me other than the app would not connect to the main unit via the QR code - I had manually join the default setup network through the wifi settings on my iPhone. After that the setup process was smooth. Another thing I appreciate is that I did not have to create an Asus account to get this set up. It’s ridiculous how some apps require you to create an account with them to use their device which in turn requires one more account with one more password with more marketing emails hitting your inbox. One caveat though is if you want to create remote connection access while physically away from your network where you’ll need to link an external account like Google, Facebook, or your Apple account. One bug I noticed in the app is that satellite units don’t correctly display the number of devices connected to that particular unit. It seems to display most (but strangely not all) the connected devices only on the main unit even if devices are hard-wired to satellite units. However, connecting a new device to the network was nearly instantaneous and connections also seem to be stable with my time over the last week. Internet speeds are also fantastic but of course, internet speeds are slower than the max bandwidth this can provide. It’s the transfer speeds between devices where I saw the biggest difference especially with my network attached storage where file transfers were noticeably much faster. At the beginning of 2025 when I’m writing this review, only very current devices support wifi 7 so this is where only a handful of my devices can take advantage of the faster speeds but this system provides some piece of mind as more devices get this support for years to come. And I did not have any backwards compatibility issues with even very old devices so that has not been a concern with this system. In addition, it also sets up two different networks: one for standard devices with typical wifi but an additional IoT network for smart-home-like devices like smart lights and smart locks and such. I also like that the satellite units come with additional ethernet ports just like the main unit so I can hard-wire devices into each unit without the need for an additional switch. Each unit also comes with a USB port for network attached storage - that comes in super handy. One thing to be aware of is the size where these are the size of thick, hardback book so these are a bit harder to hide if you want a cleaner look in your home or office however they provide the option to turn off the LED light on the front which I find nice to have. I'm overall very pleased with this system thus far - a few quirks with the app that need to be ironed out but I'm overall happy with this system.

This asus router was simple to setup and all the nodes connected automatically to each other.

Have been having dropped connections, and only 1mpbs. Have reset system multiple times. No dual NAT issues. This is horrible. Can't return because missed the deadline. A very expensive mistake

I am sure that this system is technically wonderful, but the hardware and software are not made for each other. The app is worthless, so much so that Asus tech support will not even use it. Any time I wanted to make a change to the system, I had to reset every one of the nodes and start over as a fresh install from scratch, including firmware updates. TP link is much better, the app works, install is simple, changes can be made. Also went to return this, one day late (day 15), and had to buy BestBuy plus for $50 so I could return it.

I got these for my ROG Rapture GT-BE98 Pro and everything works flawlessly

I owned this mesh system for 65 days. After that, I begged the store manager to take them back and purchased an Orbi system instead. During the 65 days of ownership there were daily resets, slow speeds, and endless frustration. Do not buy this product, not what you would expect from a reputable company like Asus.

Very difficult to set up. Doesn't seem to work well with Fios 1 GB plan. The upload speeds were awful.

Great price for a WiFi-7 mesh network, not to mention the established ASUS router SW ecosystem that’s both feature rich and easy to navigate.

I liked it, but the issues i had with it was that for skme reason my nest cameras would disconnect and reconnect way too much, like if the range of the router was weak!

I returned it. While I liked the user interface and features, there were issues in implementing for me. 1) at installation (replacing older competitor mesh system) it initially didn’t recognize internet connection. After 30-40 mins it then did. 2) when it did, speeds (using router based speed test over wired connection to fiber ONT modem) were 1/10 of old router it was replacing. (I tested same day, before/after, so definitely was the change in equipment that made difference.) For now I reverted back to my older system until I sort out what to choose as a replacement.

Great range and speed. Covers 2200 sq. ft. townhouse with ease.

Works great, easy to set up and work with the app.

Out of the box, the nodes are well-built and a good size. Not small, but definitely not huge either. They are rather plain looking, which is perfect for me. I really like the shape, being a flatter rectangle, as I think it makes placement easier (as well as hiding if need be), and honestly, makes them slightly more attractive to me (as does the lack of a large external antenna as well as the ability to turn off front LEDs). As for setup, I found it rather easy and consistent with other systems I have done previously. Generally, a little physical setup as well as a bit of time in the app. Connect the main unit to your modem and then proceed to the other nodes. The app is fairly simple, as well as intuitive, and delivers a great deal of control over the system as a whole, while also providing lots of customization options. All in all, other than a brief initial hiccup, I had no issues getting it all up and running and I think that would be the experience for just about everyone. Performance-wise I could not be happier. Full stop. To be clear, I am not dealing with a very large space (or 100s of devices), but I have complete coverage, connections have been rock solid, and my speeds have been fantastic. Better than my previous setup, and I am more or less consistently getting everything I can from my ISP plan. Largely, this is just plug and play, as is. I am really looking forward to digging in and playing with some of the customizations to dial things in even more to my liking and needs. Ultimately, this is a very good router. On some level, it may be more than some need, but it delivers. Great coverage, reliable, designed for many devices, and very fast speeds. It is consistent. Everything just works. I also like that it handles older tech while also having headroom for what is here now and coming in the future. I think I will be using this for quite some time, which is probably the best endorsement I can give. For all that you get I think the value is there.

Major issues, devices dropping off the network constantly and their support is awful!!

I am writing this review for the ASUS ZenWifi BE14000 Tri-band WiFi 7 Smart AiMesh Extendable Router. In the world of tech, it is my opinion that ASUS has consistently lead the way in innovation and quality. I currently own several other ASUS products beside the Zen router, and I consider each of them to be a crown jewel. So, I was only too happy to get the ASUS ZenWifi in order to solve a nagging problem in my home network. One of the main reasons I use a mesh router is that it seems like my house is built of nothing but walls. This has been a real issue in that by the time the wi-fi signal gets to my family room/office, it is almost non-existent. I already had a mesh system in place, but to be honest it just wasn’t living up to its purpose. After reading up on the Zen WiFi, I was ready to upgrade. As I opened the wonderfully-designed product box, I was impressed by the very futuristic and sleek design of the router and the nodes. As I picked them up, they felt substantial, and appeared to be extremely well-built…no rough edges, smooth and quite aesthetically pleasing. I immediately knew they were going to be a wonderful addition to my home décor. Besides the router and the nodes, the box contained three power supplies, an ethernet cable, quick-start guide, warranty information, and all the other typical paperwork. After I unpacked everything and gave it all a good looking over, it was time to get it up and running. The first thing to do was to download the ASUS router app which is necessary to set up and configure the system. Besides walking you through the setup process (quite easily, I might add), the app also allows you to monitor the system from your phone, keep an eye on activity, and even allows you to set up parental controls…all in addition to several other functions. After downloading the app, I was walked through the entire process step-by-step. As I said, it was insanely easy to get the Zen WiFi up and running. I would say the most difficult aspect of the setup was trying to decide the best location for the nodes. Then it was time to see what it could do. One of the first things I encountered as far as tasks to complete after initial setup was to reconfigure all the connected devices. I did not realize just how many there are…computers, printers, TVs, security system, smart appliances, phones...you get the picture. And speaking of connected devices, I didn’t realize how dated some of my connected devices were. I say this to point out that ASUS accounts for this by offering multiple bands, 2.4, 5, and 6Ghz, with each band offering multiple streams. So after getting all the connected devices, well, connected, it was time to see if this particular ASUS product was going to live up to my expectations. Easy setup is one thing. Performance is completely different. And that is the bottom line, does the ASUS live up to its boasting? Short answer is absolutely. TV streaming and device streaming has been amazing. With my old wi-fi mesh system, I had to sometimes deal with the blasted buffering ordeal where you get to watch the circle go round and round. There are very few things that can match that aggravation. All my other devices seem to be buzzing right along, especially including the security system. There were times when sitting inside my house the old system would take almost forever to connect to individual cameras. Not so with the ASUS. Although I have had the ZenWifi for a relatively short time, I have the feeling that I am going to continue to be impressed with its performance for a very long time. If you are simply tired of wi-fi dead spots in your home, the ASUS ZenWiFi is your answer. Its contemporary and forward-looking technology will ensure you have all the coverage and speed you need, plus some, for many years to come!

If you've got a large home with spotty WiFi coverage, a mesh router can be the next best thing to running ethernet. Unfortunately the market is a decidedly mixed bag with several options being unreliable, hard to set up, or lacking in key features necessary for advanced users. ASUS's latest effort is none of those things, to the point that it may actually be gratuitous overkill for the majority of home users. Setup was refreshingly simple, particularly coming from an older ASUS router like I was. Using the mobile app I was able to backup the settings from my previous router, including all my static IP assignments and firewall rules, and with a single click immediately transfer them to the new system. This is a feature I never even would have thought to look for outside of a professional grade router, and was very much appreciated. Apart from that, there was really very little for me to do. The satellites are all paired out of the box, and while the firmware needed an update all that was required was a single button press in the app. The biggest time sink turned out to be having to run new cables to take advantage of the total of 9 ethernet ports for devices, and I was still completely done in well under an hour. I imagine most will stop there, as the default configuration is more than sufficient for most use cases. I, however, did not. I spent the next day exploring some of the new features that come with the router and making various tweaks to address some long standing issues with my network, and I have to say was very pleased with the results I got. ASUS's front end gives you tons of tools to optimize your setup, including the ability to create multiple SSIDs to deal with, for example, older smart home devices that don't fully support the 5 or 6GHz bands. It's just been a few days, but being able to shunt these into a dedicated IoT network that only uses 2.4GHz has already greatly reduced some persistent issues I've been dealing with where devices would lose their connection several times throughout the day after trying and failing to switch to a different band. And while I don't have many devices that fully support the latest WiFi standards, with those that do the speed and range is really quite incredible. I've gone from feeling like I wasn't fully utilizing my fiber line to seeing it as my network's biggest bottleneck. Really, the only qualification I have to give for my recommendation is that it feels very much like a prosumer product. And even if you're a networking professional, I doubt you'd need more than half the features the system comes with. Still, if you've been burned by other options before, there is an undeniable appeal to investing in an over the top solution. So for those who have been persistently plagued by weird WiFi failures, it might be worth taking a look. Because odds are there's something in its toolbox that will help you solve it.

In this review, I am not going to get into any "tech spec's" since they are readoily available from the Best Buy and ASUS website's as well as other reviewers. Instead, I am going to try to paint a picture of the environment I have deployed and tested this in, hopefully giving you a picture of whether or not this will meet your needs. That said, I have a fairly large house. it is 2800 square feet on the main level, 1500 sq ft on the second and another 1500 sq ft in the basement. Additionally I have an 1100 sq ft attached "4 seasons" room that attaches the main house to a 1500 sq ft enclosed pool are. For clarification, the enclosed pool area is similair in construction to a green house. In all, it is a large are to cover for even, reliable and stable WiFI. OK, that is the environment, lets talk about set-up. Overall it was pretty easy to follow the instructions. From first unit to 3rd node, it was maybe 20 minutes and that includes s/w updates and the 3 nodes calibrating. As for set up, I had a 3 node mesh unit prior, and as a CWNA (Certified Wireless Network Administrator), I have much experience in wireless networks. I placed 2 node on the first floor, 1 on the north side of house, the other directly in the middle and the third on the second floor. After testing, I had ample coverage and speed in the entirety of the interior of the home as well as well outside the home. In all, this is an EXCELLENT choice, but ONLY if you have the need. If you live in a small apartemnt or home, there are other more appropriate and less expensive options for you.

This router has several nice features. It is small and self-contained, with no antennas sticking out. It has a fantastic range. I can go anywhere in our house and yard and get a good signal. Our home is difficult for Wi-Fi because most walls are 16-inch-thick brick, and every wall is lined with heavy furniture. This is a three-pack, with one central unit and two extender units. The extender units can be easily moved around to find the best coverage. The mesh capability keeps the extenders well-connected. If that is not enough, this setup can have an Ethernet backhaul channel where you can connect the WAN port on the extenders to a LAN port on the central unit. Setup and configuration were easy: connect the central unit to your Internet router/modem (connected to a 5 GB port on the Internet router; the ASUS router supports a 2.5 GB connection). Then, plug in and turn on the extenders locally. Open the ASUS WiFi Router app, which will take you through an easy initial configuration process. We have a smart home, and it was nice to see that the router set up an IOT (Internet of Things) channel during the process. Many IoT devices cannot connect to the newer network protocols, so having a dedicated network for them is nice. Once the setup is complete, you can move the ZenWifi access points around your house. To configure the router's features in greater detail and enable other capabilities, use your Internet browser to go to the base address of the Wi-Fi router and log in. You will have access to the full range of configuration options. This powerful, highly configurable router has the latest Wi-Fi networking capabilities. We are pleased with this Wi-Fi 7 Router.

This product comes well packaged and each of the nodes comes individually sealed. The setup instructions are very straightforward. First, you scan the included barcode to download the Asus mobile application. You then follow the instructions to login or create a new login account. Once you connect the first node, you scan the barcode with the initial Wi-Fi credentials. The app will then walk you through creating an SSID and password. Adding the first node was quick and simple. I had issues with adding the second node and it was placed in an adjacent room within eyesight of the first node. I kept getting an error that the node was not found. After about three attempts it finally connected. The third node was placed on the second floor, directly over the initial node. It took multiple attempts before it connected and then it would connect and disconnect over and over. I was able to resolve the issue by changing the default primary backhaul channel from the 6mhz to 5mhz band. It was set to auto, but due to the distance, and walls, the signal was too weak, and it would disconnect and reconnect on the 5mhz band. The unit has now been connected for several days, and I've not had any more issues. Speeds are great and there has been no disconnects. The application gives you full control to view each device, see the status of the network and setup parental controls to control internet time and content filtering. Unlike other competitors, Asus does not charge any subscription fees to utilize all the advanced features. In addition to the mobile app, you can manage router settings by going to the web URL connection link. This gives added information and configuration options. The included security features are the best of any router I've used. It scans your network and alerts you to potential vulnerabilities and provides solutions to increase your security posture. I have had to pay as much as $10 a month for other router manufactures to get the same features. This makes the router an excellent value and the warranty provides a quick turnaround process for node replacements if needed.