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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 1237 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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91%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are positive about the 802.11ac Smart Wi-Fi Dual-Band Router's ease of use, range, performance, and signal strength, with many praising its simple setup and improved streaming capabilities. They also appreciate the strong coverage and dual-band functionality. However, some customers expressed concerns regarding connectivity issues and the router's price point. A few users also mentioned experiencing higher than expected operating temperatures.

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  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Easy setup!! Works great.

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

    We use lots of devices to connect to the internet and this router can handle the load! Easy set up too!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Performance

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great router for multiple devices!

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

    We have a minimum of 4 devices running at the same time at our home. Our old router died so I went to Best Buy to purchase a new one. A sales associate showed me this router. I bought it and do not regret it. This router is so mu husband better than our old one E and we very easy to set up.

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

    Replaced our old router.

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

    This router replaced our dated router that liked to have spotty coverage, havent had a problem ever since we hooked this router 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.

    The cell phone app to designate priority wifi to certain things so they don't lose bandwidth is great! A must have for parents!

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

    good router

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

    My son actually looked into which router to get and upon his recommendation we purchased the router and are very happy with it

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

    Great Connectivity

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

    The Linksys wireless went smoothly. Be prepared with a SID id and router password if you do not want to use the ones supplied with the sign-on. I was having difficulty with the previous wireless router connecting. After installing the new Linksys wireless router I had no more difficulties connecting wirelessly. I did try using the USB virtual printer. It worked a couple days then stopped working. I call Linksys help line and after 2 hours on the telephone they wanted $80 to configure my computer to work with the virtual USB printer. I declined and went out purchased a nice HP wireless printer to solve the problem. Please note the major reason I purchased the Linksys was for connectivity not the virtual USB printer. Connectivity is great anywhere in my home of about 1300 square feet.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Definitely a solid router

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

    I purchased this router in Aug 2015 and it has held up great to this point. I have been gaming and streaming on it continuously almost everyday since then and it is only now, starting to show signs of wear. Great buy!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    This is the Wireless Router you want!!

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

    This Linksys - SMART Wi-Fi Dual-Band Wireless-AC Router with 4-Port Ethernet Switch is great! Has great speed and distance. I bought this for a customer and they LOVE it!! Don't spend more dollars for the Tri band models. This is better!! If your router is 3 or more years old then its time to upgrade to this model. You'll be glad you did.

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

    Eazy Setup

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

    This is a fair priced router that works great. Like the fact that you can set a priority device.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    easy setup

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

    Good all around product reliable, well built, easy to set up.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Signal strength

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome router!

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

    I have been looking for a new wireless router for quite some time. I have had Linksys routers before and I have never been disappointed with their performance. I know that I will not be disappointed with this router. The set up was quick and easy and now I have great signal strength throughout my whole house. I highly recommend this router!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Speed

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great modem for business

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

    Replaced my older modem which was slow and had to be reset a lot because it kept freezing up. This one is faster and more reliable. I do a lot of paper work for my business online and am happy with the performance of this modem.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    SO SO router

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

    This router worked ok as a middle of the pack router. I found the WiFi signal to be too weak for my needs. I wont say it is a horrible router, but in a 3 bedroom apartment I felt I should've had solid coverage throughout the apartment. It had almost no WiFi in two rooms. I returned this after two days and purchased a Netgear Nighthawk X6.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Linksys Staff
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      Hi, dolphan81,

      We appreciate the time you've spent in posting this review, and we feel sad to hear about your experience with the product. We could have done some tweaks to make your router perfectly working to match up with your current network setup, and we regret that you've already returned the unit. Should you need assistance in the future, reach out to us via email at [email protected] along with your contact details. We would be more than happy to help.

      Regards,
       

      Linksys Support
      www.linksys.com Linksys

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Effective

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

    The young salesman was very helpful in helping me make a decision about purchasing the product

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    GREAT PERFORMANCE

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

    Needed to upgrade from the router my ISP provided, and this one did the trick. Used to have to reset my router once or twice a day due to dropping wireless signal, not I have had as many as 12 devices connected wired and wireless and have no performance issues

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Range, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    good size

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

    great range fast speed lots of users and wont slow down

    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.

    We have always had the router built into the modem & have been able to extend our wireless coverage with this router

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Performance

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    signal doesnt work as well as stated

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

    i had a netgear n900 that wasnt getting thru the walls in my house so well and the salesboy at best buy insisted this was the (expensive) solution to my problem , it works no better than the net gear and non returnable electronic . i even think the netgear n900 was better ,

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Linksys Staff
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      Hi fatheroffive,

      We understand your review about the Linksys wireless router. We would like to take this opportunity to assist you in improving the device's performance. Please send us an email at [email protected] with your contact details and the link to this review.

      However, you may adjust the router's wireless channel to avoid any possible inference. Here's how: http://www.linksys.com/th/support-article?articleNum=136797

      Regards,

      Linksys Support
      www.linksys.com/us/support Linksys

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Fast Speeds

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

    Great product, some technically knowledge is necessary when setting up into an existing network.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Helpful

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

    Great boost for our needs. Easy to install and program.

    I would recommend this to a friend