Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- RE6500
- SKU:
- 7401006
Rating by feature
- Value
Rating 4.0 out of 5 stars
- Quality
Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use
Rating 4.0 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers regard the AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Range Extender very favorably for its ease of use, extended Wi-Fi range, and improved signal strength, with many praising the simple setup process and noticeable performance boost. While some users experienced connection issues or compatibility problems with certain routers, the positive feedback regarding improved coverage and performance significantly outweighs the negative comments. The compact size and reasonable price point are also frequently cited as advantages. Overall, the product receives high marks for its ability to enhance Wi-Fi access in the home.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
Range Extender?
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Does not extend the range of my wi-fi. ............Range Extender
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi,
The Linksys RE6500 Wi-Fi Extender should be able to extend your Wi-Fi coverage up to 10,000 sq ft. You can try to relocate the extender and update the firmware to see if there's any difference. For further assistance, you can reach out to us at LinksysCares@linksys.com and share more details with the link to this review for our reference.
Regards,
Jan
Linksys Support
Nope
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Maybe it was me, but I couldn’t get it to work with my network. Returned.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, Chris,
It’s too bad that you already returned the extender as our Escalation Engineers could’ve had helped you check the cause of the challenge. Know that we’re just an email away at [email protected] should you decide to use a Linksys product again. We’re always here to give you a hand if needed.
Regards,
Rosalyn
Linksys Support
Awful
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Didn’t work. Tried to return it but the two stores around here are in lockdown
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, Russd,
The Linksys RE6500 range extender has been rigorously tested to work properly. Please share more details at [email protected] with your contact details and the link to this review for our reference and, we'll have our Escalation Engineers assist you further.
Regards,
Jan
Linksys Support
Linksys Extender
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Did not extend my range. Then it caused problems with my network. I would not recommend.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi,
Installing the RE6500 can easily be done through different ways and should not affect the overall performance of your network. Please have our Escalation Engineers look into your setup more closely and provide the necessary troubleshooting. Just email the link to this post and your contact information at [email protected].
Regards,
Klaudette
Linksys Support
wasted purchase
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.wasted purchase better to get what I really needed live and learn
No, I would not recommend this to a friendToo much lag for gaming and movies
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Fine for some apps but for neflix moview and/or online gaming, too much lag. It was completely useless.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi TheeBarry1,
Ensure that the range extender is getting enough signal from your wireless router. The Spot Finder feature does a great job of helping users find the best position for optimum performance. Please get in touch with us at [email protected] so our Escalation Engineers can go through the necessary steps with you. Include your contact details and the link to this review.
Regards,
Rechel
Linksys Support
Does not cover the area specified
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought this product because it said it would extend our current wifi to 10,000 square feet. It does not.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi,
Proper relocation will impact the performance of your wireless extender. Let's sort this out. It is recommended that your range extender is getting at least 50% of your router’s Wi-Fi signal and is located midway between your router and the area without Wi-Fi. You can also try to log in to the Spot Finder page and determine your signal and move the range extender according to the Spot Finder results. For further assistance, send us an email at [email protected]. Don't forget to include your contact details, the review title and the link to this post for reference.
We'd be more than happy to assist you.
Regards,
Jay
Linksys Support
Returned.
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Didn’t do enough in a 1500 sqft block house. Returned it.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendWould not activate
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Despite trying on 3 different devices, the product would never function. Finally had to give up and return it.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Product Expert
Posted .We truly appreciate your candidness in reviewing the Linksys Wireless-AC Wi-Fi Range Extender. Should you decide to own another Linksys product and need assistance, do not hesitate to email us at [email protected]. We'd be more than happy to help you.
Wifi booster
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Don't work waste of money too complicated too install
No, I would not recommend this to a friendNot good
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Did not get a good reception with this and ended up using a powerline adapter from netgear
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, Corner510,
The location where you placed the RE6500 Extender would impact the range of your Wi-Fi network. If you still have the unit, we'd be glad to have one of our Escalation Engineers improve your Wi-Fi coverage by taking advantage of the extender's Spot Finder Technology feature. Shoot us an email at [email protected] with your contact details and the link to this post.
Best regards,
Jay
Linksys Support
Terrible
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Linksys help couldn't even get it to work. Returning it this weekend.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendnot good
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.stopped working a little after a year. I had to buy a new one
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi Leti,
The Linksys RE6500 range extender is built with durability for long lasting use. If you still have the unit, please send us an email at [email protected] along with your contact details and the link to this review for easy reference. We'll have our Support Team discuss further your options from there.
We hope to hear from you soon.
Regards,
Carl
Linksys Support
Would not recommend
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Made a slower connection around the house. Would not recommend
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hello, Chris,
This is not the experience we want to hear from our customer's. One of the reasons for connectivity issue is an outdated firmware. By making sure that the range extender is getting enough signal from the router also optimizes its performance. Please email us at LinksysCares@linksys.com with your contact details and the link to this post so we can have our Escalation Engineers to further assist you.
Best Regards,
Gregory
Linksys Support
Not working. And had my It guy on. Still issues
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Not a good product. Doesn’t it do what it indicated it would do
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, TGPM,
The Linksys RE6500 range extender should be able to extend your Wi-Fi after set up. You can try to relocate the extender close to the router as it might be too far and, make sure that the firmware is updated. We'll have our Escalation Engineers assist you further.
Please send more details at [email protected] with your contact details and the link to this review for our reference.
Regards,
Jan
Linksys Support
Useless
||Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This was just useless. It is going into the garbage.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendwill not recommend
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Antenna broke easily. Poor range. Requires constant resets
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi Rocky,
This is definitely not the experience we want for our customers. Allow us to have our Second Level Technicians contact you for further assistance.
Just send us your contact details at [email protected] so that we can escalate your case. Don't forget to include the link to this post as a reference.
We hope to hear from you soon.
Regards,
Thaddeus
Linksys Support
Didnt help at all.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Wish I could return it. Worst $80 I ever spent. Worthless
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi there,
We'd learn more details about the challenges that you have with then Linksys RE6500 range extender and provide further assistance. Share us more details at [email protected] along with your contact details and the link to this post for reference. Our Escalation Engineers are much eager to lend a hand on this matter.
Regards,
Carl
Linksys Support
Didn't help signal to come in clearly.
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Was told at store it would help with getting signal, did not.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, susieq,
The Linksys RE6500 range extender should extend the range of your wireless router up to 10,000 square feet but, allow us to provide further assistance. Please email us at [email protected] with your contact details and the link to this review for our reference.
Regards,
Jan
Linksys Support
This has been nothing but trouble
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Constantly need to reset it! Would not recommend this item.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hello, JulieB,
We could have our Escalation Engineers help you further on the issue you’re having with the Linksys RE6500. However, in case you have future queries with any of our products, you can reach out to us over email at [email protected] and send your concern along with your contact info and the link of this review, for our reference.
Regards,
Elyza
Linksys Support