Customer Ratings & Reviews

I have a two story house around 3000 square feet and having problems with wifi drops in some areas. I bought D-Link - Covr AC3900 Dual-Band Whole Home Wi-Fi System to replace my existing router. In terms of build quality, the base station is very solid quality and extender looks beautiful like Roku Premiere box. It comes with very well packaged and everything was individually wrapped. Setup is very easy and can be done either by PC UI or andriod / iOS apps. The Covr system came with two units base station (router) and extender. During setup, extender was identified automatically and configured with wifi settings. Please make sure that extender is very close to router for the first time setup to avoid any sync issues. I have moved the extender to second floor and now getting best Wi-Fi connection throughout home. I had issues with the firmware and there is no way to set up the 5 Ghz and 2.4 Ghz networks separately as both are controlled using a single setup. It may not a big deal for me and it might be an issue for some users who are looking to have 2 separate networks. Also, iOS app crashed multiple times during setup and it can be improved over the period of time. This is a great router that works covering the entire house with excellent speed. This is the best router / extender setup and it works really well for entire house and no more dead spots.

This D-Link Covr AC3900 is easy to set up and the range is great. However, the setup only allows you to set one SSID, so both 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz will have the same name. It makes it easy but I personally like to know which one I’m connecting to, especially because 5Ghz has a much better performance and roaming between frequencies may drop your connection entirely which is not good when you are on a call using Wi-Fi. One issue I experienced was that sometimes my iPhone would stay connected to the extender even when I moved closer to the base unit causing slowness and bad sound quality. When it did reconnect to the base, it would reset or drop the call when using voice over Wi-Fi (Whatsapp app or even T-Mobile over Wi-Fi). However, I have experienced this issue with all extenders I’ve tried. Usually, the problem is not the extender or the base; it’s the phone (or tablet) which can’t roam appropriately. This may happen with other wireless devices as well although IOS 11 and Android 7.1 may fix this issue for many phones and tablets. Right after I updated to IOS 11, the issue stopped occurring as often. As mentioned previously, if you have both SSID with the same name – and you have to use the same with this unit – you may roam from 2.4Ghz to 5Ghz causing a disconnect and reconnect. It seems that is why the issue did not go away entirely after the IOS upgrade. D-Link needs to fix this and allow users to choose different SSIDs for each frequency. Good for the users and good for D-Link. Other than the issues I mentioned above, I was very happy with the range and performance, even without the extender. Because mesh routers/extenders use a different radio for connecting to each other, performance is usually very good around the base unit or the extenders and the Covr did not disappoint. I can connect at 870 Mbps with an iPad. Downloads and uploads are very good with excellent throughput both way with a very slightly decrease when connected to the extender. I had no issues with streaming to Apple TV, FireTV and iPad at the same time. The parental control is good and simple. I like the many advanced features. It really is an excellent Wi-Fi router and I would have easily given 5 stars but I would only recommend it for non-technical people after D-Link fixed the caveat above. It usually is an easy fix and my guess is that they can and will do this through a software update by the time you receive your unit. For that reason, I recommend it for technically savvy people. For the others, just wait for the software update if has not already happened.

This is my 5th Mesh or Mesh-like whole home WiFi system tested. This one is most similar to the NETGEAR Orbi RBK30 (mini router and wall plug satellite) both in performance and in price. It is very easy and quick to setup, but you CANNOT use it in AP (access point) mode. But for most people's setups, a double NAT caused by running two routers together really isn't much of a problem. Pros: Beefy main router, 4x4 radio, 1733 Mbps 5 Ghz max speed, good area coverage Due to strong signal from Router, can put Satellite further away than some other Mesh-like systems. No Cloud connection needed for function USB 3.0 port on router for file/media sharing Can setup from App or Webpage. Cons: No dedicated backhaul radio from router to satellite. Weaker satellite, 2x2 radio, 866 Mbps 5 Ghz max speed. App is very basic, but supposed to have more features in future updates CANNOT be setup as a Access Point only system CANNOT use Ethernet "wired backhaul" between router and satellite

This D-Link Dual-Band router is doing a very good job delivering Wi-Fi to all parts of my home. It was easy to set up using the app, and the online interface is easy to use, albeit limited in customization options. While testing the system out, I used a Wi-Fi analyzer app on my phone and monitored my device's signal strength to the main router. As I moved away from the main router, my signal strength would decline (as expected). But as I moved closer to the extender, the D-Link router would hand-off my phone from the main router to the extender successfully and I watched my signal strength increase sizably again. I also found the reverse held true. As I moved away from the extender and back to the main router, my signal strength was affected similarly. One thing I do want to note, during setup, the instructions advise you to place the extender as far away as possible while continuing to get four solid green lights on the extenders topside. While it’s not really a signal strength meter, it’s an indicator that the 2.4 and 5GHz signals are communicating well between the main unit and the extender. Regarding speed, the router successfully streams HD content to my Amazon Fire Stick without any lag. And so far, it's able to handle the 20 plus Wi-Fi connected devices within my home. A few downsides is that the app is pretty much useless after using it for the setup process. So, don't expect to use it to administer any router settings. It's much better making any adjustments through the router's web interface. As others have mentioned, there isn't a way to set different SSIDs for the 2.4 and 5GHz frequencies. In the past, this would have been a deal-breaker for me, but as I've started using "mesh" wireless routers, the need to specify which network my devices connect to has become non-existent. The systems are designed and do a good job managing which frequency to use based on the device's radios, distance, and throughput. Another thing I do want to note, if you enable the Guest network, it seems to only stream from the main router. My Wi-Fi tests picked this up. Whereas the regular 2.4 and 5GHz networks were emanating from two different MAC addresses (one being the main router, and the other being the extender), the Guest network was only coming from one MAC address. You can enable both 2.4 and 5GHz for the Guest networks, but they are only coming from the main router. I'm not sure if this is intentional. Maybe the extender is only meant to concentrate on delivering a wireless signal to devices connected on the primary network, and not waste its bandwidth on guest connections. Regardless, if you do get this router and the Guest network is of major importance to you, then think about setting up the main router where most of the guest traffic will occur. Overall, this router and it’s seamless extender delivers a strong wireless signal throughout my home, and I've been very satisfied with its performance.

Recently moved desktop computer further away from the basic modem/router proved by ATT U-verse. Needed a better router to cover entire house a little better. Has been a big help!

Wireless routers have taken a turn the past year or so. Gone are the days when a single wireless router is designed to cover an entire home. Welcome to the days of wifi mesh systems with add on nodes. Enter the D-Link COVR AC-3900. The D-Link COVR system is designed around the concept of strengthening and extending your wifi coverage by adding devices to your wireless network. It employs the same approach seen in mesh systems with one very important caveat… A real router as the primary. The COVR AC-3900 comes in an average sized box, which is pretty surprising considering its claims at covering up to 6000 square feet. Once opened, it is well packed, lightweight, and average looking. The build quality is about average, and it has 4 antennas, which don’t have the imposing thickness of high-end wireless routers from other manufacturers. Handling the device and looking at it, made me wonder if it would be capable of living up to its billing. I’ve used other routers with up to 8 thick antennas with quad core processors and advanced cooling systems that made similar coverage claims – and by the looks of them, I believed. The COVR doesn’t give off the vibe of power. Also in the box is a wireless node which operates in the same manner as other mesh systems. Setting up the COVR was pretty easy – the instructions are only a single page. The instructions basically point the user to a guided wizard. The wizard is very literal and is easy to follow. It guides you through the basic setup for the router and the mesh node. D-Link did an excellent job on the tutorial, as it is very intuitive and thorough. The only issue I had during setup was the COVR has trouble discovering my DNS and IP from my modem. It initially retrieved these settings when I plugged it into my switch on an existing network, but when I decided to make it my primary router, it failed constantly at retrieving this information. All it did was keep pointing me to rerunning the setup wizard. I tried clicking the button to renew the IP, but it failed as well. After a few reboots and additional attempts, I finally was successful, but that appears to be an issue. Performance on the COVR was stronger than expected. It outperformed my existing router in ping response. Signal strength was admirable, and with the node, outstanding. D-Link has really won me over with 2 big decisions: 1. They have an actual router as the base for the mesh – complete with 4-port switch in tow. 2. They made the node seamlessly use wired backhaul. I have commented on other manufacturers mesh offerings about the need for at least the 4-port switch on the base, and the inconsistencies and failures experienced when trying to use a node in a wired backhaul capacity. D-Link pulls this off phenomenally. Great signal strength throughout the home with spectacular ping times – all a user could want. The only thing they could have done better would be to add an additional port or 2 to the COVR node. The place where my node sits has 2 other devices that I like to hard wire. I have to use an additional switch to make this happen. That in no way diminishes D-Link’s effort – they have provided an admirable solution from a wireless coverage standpoint. D-Link touts quite a few routers as good for gaming, and this one is no exception. Does the term NAT Type: Open mean anything to you? That’s what I got even before forwarding a single port. I have worked my tail off to achieve open NAT type using other routers. D-Link has magic in this area. As far as flexibility and options, this is my first D-Link router, so this could be something common in their admin interface. The COVR has all the basic options routers have – routing, Dynamic DNS, port forwarding, QoS, Upnp, firewall, etc. The problem is these are limited and not quite as flexible as other offerings. A couple of examples would be: I surveyed the wireless scene around my home to determine the best channels to use; well, no matter because there is no option to set the channels. Granted, the COVR takes a single SSID and manages connectivity based on device and conditions (an awesome feature), but at least let me choose the channels the bands use. Second, there are limited settings related to routing and transmission details. There are other things, but that’s just a couple examples. The interface is clean and well designed, but they don’t offer many of the features and settings I have seen when using other routers. The D-Link COVR AC-3900 is a very good mesh offering, with the ability to expand if necessary. It delivers on coverage and speed, which are the most important aspects of a wifi setup. It deserves a serious look, despite a few short comings when it comes to options. The approach to add a mesh system to a great router, and the seamless wired backhaul, makes this the best mesh offering I have used to date.

The D-Link - Covr AC3900 Dual-Band Whole Home Wi-Fi System is D-Link's attempt at a Mesh Network and from a purely signal and speed perspective, they have succeeded! The set up was a breeze as was the connectivity to all of our many devices. I found that the main router has a huge footprint and was challenging to find room on my "internet shelf" but after a few minutes, I was able to squeeze it in without blocking the antennas. After about 45 seconds the system was up and broadcasting the wifi signal. Connecting the companion unit was fairly easy if you read the directions. Just a simple button push and after about 120-150 seconds they were linked and broadcasting seamlessly. Our home is 2-stories and about 2000 sq ft footprint so this network enveloped the home and a good portion of our yard in a strong signal with little to no degradation. I ran a speed test with D/L of 92Mbps and U/L of 24 Mbps which was actually higher than our previous system of about 91 Mbps and 18-20 Mbps respectively. We use Xfinity/Comcast internet for comparison. PROS - Easy setup - Strong signals up to 6000 sq ft - Awesome speed throughput - Simple companion connectivity - Whole Home/Business connectivity with one system and on Network - MU-MIMO, 802.11a/g/n/ac wireless LAN connectivity, 2.4 Ghz & 5 Ghz bands, and USB access CONS - Very large footprint, antennas add to size - Internal software features are limited, weak Parental Controls must be manually implemented - Limit of 24 websites/urls can be blocked While the limited parental controls and large router footprint are negatives for me and my family's needs, the D-Link Covr is an amazing system and has proven to be a top competitor in wireless networking when it comes to speed and connectivity. If you have the room/space for this unit and parental controls are not a selling factor, get this system!

This router puts out a very powerful signal. The base unit is so powerful that I didn’t even need the included extender (covering around 2000 square feet). I did end up using both ethernet ports on the extender to connect 2 devices that don’t have wifi. Setup was easy and intuitive (you can use an app or your browser), and there are many advanced settings you can look into. There are also easy parental controls to limit access, and the ability to set a VPN connection on the router. The base station with the extender states it can cover up to 6000 square feet, but you can also add additional extenders if needed. This is a great router if you need to cover a large area with wifi.

Works great in my 3 story townhouse and even reaches to my outdoor deck! Love it! So far sooo good!

I`ll start by saying that for those with a larger home this router is absolutely perfect. Our house is about 4500 sq feet and we`ve been using a central router and swapping out various repeaters and extenders trying to find something that would bring strong wifi access throughout the house and finally with this we are able to do that. What sets this apart I think is the fact that the router comes with an extender that is synced seamlessly to work with the router out of the box so there is no tinkering or tweaking the extender. The setup thus works flawlessly and is extremely simplistic from the start. The app used to set up the router is something I hope all routers are doing nowadays as it is so easy to use, whether the user is technically inclined or not. As I had mentioned previously, this router works great in our home and this is also including heavy usage as we usually have multiple devices on the wifi with at least 2 of those being gaming or Netflix and have even had 4 devices all streaming Netflix/gaming at the same time without any buffering or lag. Then also the actual physical appearance of the router is something I liked as well. I know aesthetics are not very important for many, but for myself, I really like the matte black look with the subtle gold writing as it is very discreet and does not draw a lot of attention to it as many other high-end routers do with their bright red and blue lights. Overall, I definitely am happy using this router and feel as though for our house we have solved our wifi issue for the foreseeable future and definitely would recommend this to those in a similar situation.

The D-Link Covr system is amazing. Not only does it offer coverage for up to 6000 sq. ft., it delivers coverage that is fast enough to stream 4k content to the furthest reaches of the network. The huge coverage range is partly due to the included range extender, which allows you to create additional areas of coverage where it is needed. The nice thing is, with traditional extenders, it creates an entirely separate network in the areas the extender covers. With the D-Link Covr system, both the main router, and any extenders share the same WiFi network name (SSID), resulting in a more seamless experience. The D-Link WiFi mobile app makes setting your network up a snap. It also allows you to manage or troubleshoot your network, even when you aren't at home. This can be a huge help for families where not everyone has a lot of technology experience. I was most impressed with the Covr system's ability to stream 4k content, even out to my workshop out in the back yard. As we approach an era with more and more 4K content available, this will be an ever increasing need. Finally, I was please to see the 3-year warranty, which gives peace of mind when making this purchase that D-Link stands behind their products much longer than they typical 1-year warranty found with most routers.

The D-Link Covr AC3900 is officially the best whole home coverage setup I have tried. Everything with the units work flawlessly and the speed is amazing throughout the home. Setup was a little time consuming as the Android App does not work very well, it needs much improvement. Once you figure out the placements of the boxes, move forward with the install. When you link up the Covr box, make sure to hold down the WiFi button for about 5 seconds. The instructions did not specify this and it was the only way I could get it to connect. My favorite router of all time, the Linksys EA9500, has been replaced. I did not think this was possible but the D-Link Covr has done it. I have tried to bog down the system with over 10 devices streaming video and not one hiccup, 4 of those streaming 4K quality video. The D-Link Covr system is my new favorite, period. Gaming over WiFi is also perfect, never lost video quality and always had a top connection. I run 2 media boxes in my house for all my movies, one being a WD My Cloud and the other is a purpose built system to run Plex. No issues at all when I added them into the network, very seamless and picture quality and load times were better than with my EA9500. Also, my WiFi security cameras works easily and so did all my WiFi wall plugs and light switches. Everything just seems to work. Walking from one side of the house to the other, no more switching networks, it is all the same, finally, a company that gets it. The only reason for the 4 starts is the App and Interface when logged into on a computer, D-Link is seriously lacking here and could be the absolute king with this flawless system once they figure that out. Great Job D-Link, you gained me as a customer.

I've set up several Whole Home Wireless systems over the past few years, and this was one of the easiest to set up. It took longer for me to mount it to the wall than it did to get everyone on the new router. I did the entire setup on my iPhone using the D-Link app. I was able to put the satellite (repeater) quite a distance from the base station (the other end of the house) and had absolutely no change in bandwidth. I had to do a little searching on Google to figure out how to connect to the USB Hard Drive that I connected to it, but it was pretty easy to find. Just go to the Windows Run command and type "\\192.168.0.1" (without the quotation marks) and it should connect you to the hard drive. Now, before I did this, I did disable the need for a password from the USB settings on the web interface. You'll need to use your security settings for your connection. Very capable system, both units have rubber feet for a table-top or mounting holes for the wall. I just wish the mounting holes had a little more tolerance. It is very difficult to find the right kind of screws to use for items like this, but that seems to be the standard of all mountable electronics.

With so many high-end routers on the market, D-Link did a good job at stepping into the whole house Wi-Fi market. I've owned all the major brands and was using a Linksys Velop three node router system before setting up the D-Link. The product was packed well and the instructions are simple and easy to understand. All you have to do is screw in the antennas and connect the power to the base and extender. No configuration is needed to connect the units. The router configuration software has all the basics. I agree with other reviews and it would be nice if you could differentiate the two wireless bands. This is not a real big deal because most similar routers are doing this anyway to keep load balancing simple. I was able to connect all my devices effortlessly and performance so far has been exceptional. The extender can be moved easily as needed to give better coverage. The price point makes it a very competitive option if you are looking for complete WiFi coverage in your home.

I love this thing. I was skeptical at first having tested out other routers in the past. But, the D-Link Covr 3092 steps up to the plate and goes yard. Out of the box, there are some steps to ensure proper step up that a non-techy person might struggle with (you have to download the app or access the website to go through the wizard setup). It is not complicated but I could see my mom struggling with this for a couple of days until, I made it right. Past that point, the coverage from the base unit alone is enough to wow but, then you add the extender and WOW really happens. I like most have slow / dead spots in my home, NOT ANYMORE. My download / upload speeds have never been this strong and solid. There is nothing crazy to mention here.. This unit works better than expected. Thinking about getting my mom one for her house :^)

Whole home wi-fi solutions are all the rage nowadays, and every major network gear provider has skin in the game—and so does Google. Even Apple’s Airport and AirPort Extreme products offer similar functionality, and the price point doesn’t seem to be as big of a deal as it used to be. What’s more interesting, though, is that our houses aren’t really getting bigger. I mean, per capita, average square footage doesn’t seem to have increased at the margin that the need for whole home wi-fi solutions indicate they may have. What has changed, though, is the need to always be connected regardless of where in your house (or your yard) you happen to be. We all have dead zones in our homes—the places where wireless (and sometimes cellular) signal just doesn’t make it—so whether you’re binging Netflix with your head at the foot of the bed, or are tragically forced to read an actual book on the toilet instead of checking your Facebook feed, whole home wi-fi systems aim to remedy the worst of our technologically demanding woes. Whole home wi-fi typically comes in one of two flavors. The first (newest) way is with a two, three or four-pack of devices all similarly shaped and sized, and designed to be aesthetically pleasing. They are usually functional as fully wireless with the exception of the primary hub, which connects to your modem. The big players like Netgear, Linksys, Google, Samsung, along with the lesser known brands Luma, eero, Amped, and plenty more—all offer solutions anywhere from $250 - $400 depending on the device count and performance. The second flavor of whole home wi-fi is more traditional in some sense, in that it closely resembles what old school networking guys would consider a full solution: some sort of primary routing device, and either wired or wireless access points that extend the signal of the hub. Functionally, they don’t much perform differently from the newer form factors, but they do have a much larger hub (with external antennas) and usually smaller access point/range extenders; additionally the main hub has an accompanying built in network switch. And these, too, can range from $250 - $400 (or more) depending on the coverage need. The D-Link Covr system is of the second flavor, with a fabulous 6-antenna hub and a smaller extender that works via wire or wireless. And, it retails at $300, pricing it somewhat competitively with the other players in the market. The unboxing experience was adequate, not tremendous, but not any worse than expected; I don’t think of this “second flavor” of whole home wi-fi as elegant in the way that the newer (fancier-looking) form factor is—so I didn’t expect it to be anything more than what it was. The provided quick start guide was simply written, easy to understand, and got me started in no time with device configuration. For reference, this new system would replace my current system, a modular one, comprised of a Linksys EA9500 Router with a MaxStream RE7000 range extender; which were set up in a matter of minutes by my two kids who were at the time both under the age of 8. It performed flawlessly in two different houses for us for nearly a year and a half—so the bar for this newer system was set pretty high. Perhaps I’m missing out—but the excitement of a new router can be immediately quelled by using a smartphone to set it up. I love to tinker with router settings, so for me, the thrill of connecting physically to a router with my laptop and browsing to an IP address, using some generic login credentials—it makes me feel like I’m hacking a mainframe (whatever that means). The only problem is, many laptops you buy now come without ethernet ports, and both my Dell and Apple laptops left me high and dry in that category. But, as they say, wireless is the new wired, so I pressed on. From there it was in some ways similar to setting up a Chromecast (if you’ve done that)—browse on your device to a temporary wireless connection and follow the wizard. And that’s where things started to go south. I understand that most of the population isn’t going to get the enjoyment from tinkering with router configurations the way I am, so I understand the need for a wizard. What I don’t understand is a wizard that takes a long time…especially when the same configurations from a command-line perspective typically execute very quickly. Nonetheless, after powering on the router, waiting for it to recognize the range extender, connecting it to my home internet, and waiting….for far too long…I was forced to reset the router and start again. Fortunately, the second attempt was successful (albeit still a bit longer than I like), and the initial setup was complete. Pick and SSID and password, set the admin password for the router, and move on. Next on the agenda was placing the range extender, for which the router’s software wizard was not particularly helpful; essentially I had to pick a spot, plug in the extender, and hope that all 5 LED’s lit up green. Fortunately, the positioning of my previous extender and the new one were the same—so not a ton of trial and error required. And it just works. For a week now, no blips, no issues, everything is running great…but this is no different than what I had before…a system that just works. There is essentially one question that really drives the need to purchase whole home wi-fi. First: do I currently have any dead spots or slow spots that my current home wireless doesn’t reach? If so, it’s definitely time to start shopping. If you’re an apartment dweller or have a small home, then a mid-range wireless router is going to do just fine for you. Personally, I’d rather buy my own router and modem and avoid paying the internet provider any monthly fees for refurbished equipment, but if you don’t want the liability of possibly replacing it and just want a monthly bill, stick with what your provider gives you. But—if you do need a little more coverage, now you need to entertain whether you’ll get one of the new, fancy wireless solutions like Google Wifi or Netgear Orbi—or do you want to have a more traditional looking router and range extender solution? Certainly some of it is personal preference, but probably more than anything else, it depends most on how many wired devices you need to connect to your router. And this is where things get tricky. Smart home hubs, network attached hard drives, ethernet-enabled televisions and game systems that are currently attached to your router, or that you will someday want to attach to your router, need to be considered. If you need just one or two spare ports, then the fancy-looking solutions probably aren’t going to cut it, as many of them don’t have network switches incorporated into the hubs. If you’re in this camp (like me), sadly (like me), you have to go a little more traditional. But, what’s nice—you get some more functionality here, provided you can tolerate the longer wizards, with the network switch and probably additional management options as well. At the end of the day though, it was relatively easy to install, provides the service and functionality that I need, and is priced well against competitors. In that sense, it’s hard not to recommend.

I have compared this to my existing multi-node router and it compares very favorably. First, the setup was very simple and I had it up and running in no time. The setup of the extender was also very straight forward and it works well. I used my iPhone to set it up and it was a great interface. I performed my first tests with my iPhone and I had some varying results. I was comparing it to the wireless speeds that I was seeing with the ISP provided router and it seemed to be slower, even though it was located closer to my device. I then tested it with my laptop and the results were quite different. This router was considerably faster with the laptop. Both my laptop and my phone were at the same location. I also updated the firmware and it seems to have helped with the speeds. My other multi-node system has issues with coming offline and losing connectivity. I do not have any of these issues with this system. It has been stable and keeps connected. I have the main router on my main floor and the extender on my top floor and this configuration works well. I'd like to add a second extender for my basement to cover all three floors with a strong signal. I don't think it's probably necessary, as this seems to have a strong signal range. This router only presents a 5G option, which is just fine with me. I'm not sure that it would show up in the list of available connections for older devices. Finally, the extender is flat and easy to hide. It doesn't take up much room, yet it seems to work very well. I can see this being a strong contender in the market.

D-Link - Covr AC3900 Dual-Band Whole Home Wi-Fi System I have had the opportunity to test several “Whole Home Wi-Fi” systems this year, and this is by far the best one I have tried. My only complaint was that the app (on my iPhone 7) didn’t work to start the install. I had to resort to the time honored web browser 192.168.1.1 method. The router’s web page actually had a very nice setup wizard. Once the main router was up and running, I connected the extended and got it set up. I then moved it to a room that is at least 50 feet away with several walls in the way and has always had a poor signal. After plugging in and booting up the extender, much to my surprise it connected just fine to the router. None of the other “mesh” systems I tried out could connect from this room. This router really had a better range than the previous one I had in place, even without the extender, but the extender allowed me to cover a previously dead area. I am very pleased with the performance of this D-Link - Covr AC3900 Dual-Band Whole Home Wi-Fi System, and can highly recommend it to anyone looking to improve the Wi-Fi coverage in their homw or business.

I wanted to really test the power of the D-Link so I took to my in-laws 2 story 4800 sqft home to try it out. I placed the router as center the home as I could down stairs and positioned the extender upstairs as central as I could. Once the set up was done I had total coverage throughout the house!! The transition from downstairs to upstairs was seamless. The bandwidth strength never faded and I was totally covered outside as well. If you're looking for great coverage throughout your home you can’t go wrong with this WiFi set up. It was easy to install and get it up and running with the use of my iPhone. Simply put, one of the best routers I’ve used to date.

First, I have had the pleasure of testing several whole home mesh systems over the past year. The D-Link meets or exceeds the performance of those systems. Setup was extremely easy and like most routers, can be done via your computer or app. I have to say, I found the app lacking and clunky. It crashed several times so I would say it needs some serious improvement--especially if you are one that likes to frequently tinker and adjust your network. Out of the box, the packaging was good. I've been extremely impressed with the packaging of routers lately and the D-Link Covr AC3900 continues that trend although falls short of the Linksys which almost make it an art. The design of the D-Link also falls short of my aesthetic desires. Build quality is what you would expect, but it just doesn't have a high-end feel. It certainly doesn't look like it could be a heavyweight in the whole home wifi field. I've found the Linksys systems to look more substantial. But it's about performance right? Performance wise, the D-Link had lower ping rates than my other whole home mesh systems. I maxed out all of my device and wasn't able to produce any noticeable delay or lags. However, as I've stated before, this has as much to do with your ISP and the plan you pay for. Your router can only give you speeds that you pay for. I didn't notice any problems with handoff between the extender node and the main router since they use the same SSID. One critique is that I would've preferred the ability to select which band my devices use (2.5GHz or 5GHz) but this isn't huge. In conclusion, setup was a breeze and I am really impressed with the performance of the D-Link Covr despite its appearance. The fact this whole home system actually comes with a primary router as it's base is a plus as some only include nodes that you stitch together. At 6,000 sq ft coverage, this system should meet the needs of almost anyone! Pros: -Coverage -Simplicity -Performance -Price Cons: -Design -Lack of 2.5/5GHz customization -App