Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- EA8300
- SKU:
- 5788100
Rating by feature
- Value
Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
- Quality
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers frequently mention the ease of use, range, and performance of the Max-Stream™ AC2200 Tri-Band Wi-Fi Router as significant strengths. Many also praise the setup process, signal strength, and the router's ability to handle streaming. While some users noted occasional lag, concerns regarding the parental controls were also raised.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Performance, Range, Speed
Upgrade to THIS router! Here's why!
Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Do you get kicked off your wifi a lot? Do you constantly blame your provider's service for being slow? Do you still have that decade old wifi router? If you answered yes to these questions, you're in the same boat I was! I didn't know anything about the newer technology. I started raising a family and fell behind on it all. Now that all three of my kids play minecraft and we have 30+ devices that are wifi capable, it was time to sort all of our connection problems out. So, I'm here to tell you... just buy THIS router. It will solve all of your problems! It has so many crazy features that I never expected as well. Now my kids are blocked from the internet from 10pm-6am on school nights. No more checking in to make sure they aren't being sneaky! I also set my phone as well as my husband's, and our main TV as priority devices so that even if we did hit the max (which we never have), those devices would not be the ones booted off. This router allows you to put devices on different bands so that you can separate the basic function devices from the high need ones like gaming consoles. We keep it in the furthest place from where we actually utilize it most and it is still powerful enough to cover a 4bd home! I'm in love with this thing because I never have to reset our router again. No one is frustrated about trying to use it. AND, I'm getting my money's worth in speed from my modem now. I'm a very picky person that will not settle for anything less that what I need or expect and this has far exceeded both. It is extremely reliable and I would certainly recommend it and I have already done so to two personal friends. Two thumbs up, Linksys!
I would recommend this to a friend No so good, used for a year and sold on eBAY
||Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.this was a disappointment, it is not good managing many devices like lights and Alexa/Google stuff. Very slow at handling network traffic and assigning IP addresses on DHCP. Does not support open VPN
No, I would not recommend this to a friendNot good.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Based on multiple users review i brought it but not impressed based on performance and wiFi connectivity to my devices. Frequency 2.4 is ok but 5Ghz is keep disconnecting and i have restart my router every time. Net net net it is not worth for $$$.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hello, Senthil,
We understand your review as power cycling daily shouldn't be necessary. With the help of our Escalation Engineers, let's double-check how your unit was installed and provide the necessary resolution. Please email the link to this post and your contact details at [email protected].
We'd love to hear more from you.
Regards,
Klaudette
Linksys Support
“Guest”
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought this to replace the one my son took when he moved out. I’m in no way a technical person but I didn’t like that I have to go in and disable the guest log in. My internet is slow already and then to have someone else using it, ugh!
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hello Nana,
We appreciate the time you've made to express your sentiments about the EA8300 router. Aside from disabling it, the Guest Access network can be password-protected similar to the main wireless network. Should you need further assistance, don't hesitate to contact us via [email protected].
Regards,
Harvey
Linksys Support
5 GHz works fine. 2.4 GHz cuts out.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Returning this router because 2.4 GHz band cuts in and out. The 5 GHz band runs fine. The 2,4 GHz band runs no faster than my N router. I have 100 Mbps service. Because of apparent defect, ignore rating and recommendation.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi AZ23b,
If it's only the 2.4 GHz radio band is cutting out, then your EA8300 router's channel needs to be tweaked as there might be signal interference in your area. If you haven't returned the product yet, reach out to us at [email protected] so we can have one of our Escalation Engineers help you find the best channel to achieve a stable connection. For easy reference, indicate your contact details and the link to this review.
Regards,
Jay
Linksys Support
Junk
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This thing has done nothing but slow my internet connection down to a crawl. I took it out of the system to trouble shoot and my speeds are super fast again. Put it back in and slowed it right back down again.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, Gary,
This is a very odd behavior for the router. It is possible that the firmware currently installed is not up to date. We recommend that you update the firmware, then reset and configure the router again.
If you need further assistance, email us at [email protected]. Don't forget to include your contact details and the link to this post.
We hope to hear from you soon.
Regards,
Thaddeus
Linksys Support
good router, but a bit disappointed in the range
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Seems to be working well in the range it covers, but given what we paid for it and the advertised signal strength, we are slightly disappointed. Looking for a range extender...
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi,
Since every area is unique, your router's Wi-Fi performance varies due to factors like the number of rooms or any potential interference-inducing obstacles like brick walls, metal doors, or large appliances. To diagnose your setup further and hopefully improve your experience with the router, please have our Escalation Engineers get in direct contact with you. Just email the link to this post at [email protected].
Regards,
Klaudette
Linksys Support
Can't get it to work
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I really can't give much comment since I haven't gotten it to work yet. I am going to try once more and then bring it back if it doesn't find my wireless connection.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, dare2fitbit,
We'd like to know more about the challenge that you're experiencing with the router. Please email us the details at [email protected] so our Escalation Engineers can assist you. Indicate your contact information and a link to this review for reference.
Regards,
Rosalyn
Linksys Support
Disappointing WIFI Capability
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Linksys Max-Stream™ AC2200 Tri-Band Wi-Fi Router has a lot of good features, but the WIFI capability, for which I mainly purchased this router, has proven to be disappointing. My ISP provides about 60 Mbits/sec into the router (per multiple tests with Speedtest, etc.) but the WIFI output speed is about 15 to 20 (max), no matter how close the computer is to the Router. I contacted Linksys support and made all their suggested adjustments, to no avail -- WIFI speed stays at the lowest rate, on any 2.4 GHz band.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, Dave,
There could be factors affecting the performance of the 2.4 GHz network. Before endorsing your case to our Escalation Engineers, allow us to check the steps that you've tried with our Support team. Please email us at [email protected] with your phone number and the link to this post for our reference.
Regards,
Irish
Linksys Support
2 dudes
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Got the first one and set it up didnt work, called cust support and they told me to bring it back to Best Buy. Got another one hooked it up and same thing didn't work
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, Sammy,
It is very unusual for you to experience the same challenges with 2 different units. We'd like to have our Second Level Technicians assist you with further troubleshooting. Just send us your contact details at [email protected] along with the link to this post.
We hope to hear from you soon.
Regards,
Thaddeus
Linksys Support
Decent router
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought this about year and half ago. I have it in my basement and I have decent signal on second floor. I added another extender for second floor.
I would recommend this to a friendDrops wifi
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Taking it back tomorrow. Keeps dropping the wifi connection. Tried everything. Hoping to exchange for another one. Maybe this one just has a fault in it
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, Jane,
We can walk you through a few workarounds that could improve your wireless experience with this router. If you still have it, please email us at [email protected] with your phone number and the link to this post as we'd like to get you over to our Escalation Engineers.
Regards,
Irish
Linksys Support
Do not buy, it is outdated
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Did ok for about a year and a half but it is now out dated and frequently dropping signal off and on .
No, I would not recommend this to a friendHorrible set up process
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Took hours to set this thing up before it started working. Then it keeps dropping signal. Finally had to return to get another router
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, Dev1,
There are factors that possibly caused the challenge as the setup process is made fast and easy using the Smart Setup Wizard. As for the dropping signal, changing the channels to less congested ones as well as keeping the router running on the latest firmware might help. If not, we'd appreciate if you'll give our Escalation Engineers a chance to give you a hand before you consider returning the product. Just email us at [email protected] along with your contact details and a link to this review for our reference.
Regards,
Rosalyn
Linksys Support
Good but not great
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It was definitely an upgrade router than my previous one. Only knock I had was the internet would get interrupted every now and again.
I would recommend this to a friendConnection drops frequently
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Connected this router and will drop the connection on a daily basis. Not sure what it is, but will need to get it checked.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hello Palmtree,
To further isolate your case, we recommend that you connect a computer directly to your modem and check if you have a stable connection from there. After that, email us your update us [email protected] along with your phone number and the link to this review; we'll take it from there and get you over to our Escalation Engineers.
Regards,
Princes
Linksys Support
Limited Range
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I thought it would have better range then it actually does. From the front of my house to my master bath I lose the signal.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, Retired,
To boost the range of your Wi-Fi network, we can try tweaking the channels for both frequency bands to what will work best with your existing network environment. Try channels 1, 6, 9 and 11 for the 2.4 GHz band, and channels 36, 40, 44, and 48 for the 5 GHz. We'd be glad to hear the results at [email protected] with your contact details and the link to this post for easy reference.
Best regards,
Jay
Linksys Support
Piece of junk
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Completely useless piece of equipment. Impossible to set up. Frustrating, then more frustrating. Do not buy this piece of junk.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, Jamie,
Setting up the EA8300 Router should be easy using the Smart Setup wizard which is embedded in the router's firmware. If you haven't successfully installed the router yet, please get in touch with us at [email protected] so we can have you assisted by one of our Escalation Engineers. Include your contact information and the link to this review for reference.
Regards,
Jay
Linksys Support
So so router
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I was expecting more after reading reviews for this item. Disappointing. Much more satisfied with my netgear ac1750
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, JonWayne,
As one of our valued customers, your experience is important to us. We'd be glad if you will provide more details about the current performance of your EA8300 router so we can have one of our Escalation Engineers optimize its setting to boost its performance. Tap us anytime at [email protected] with your contact details and the link to this post for easy reference.
Best regards,
Jay
Linksys Support
I should have bought the better one.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This helped out but it didn't seem to make our internet that much faster. Our old one was about 8-10 years old.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, Bears,
We're curious what's your bandwidth subscription from your ISP so we can optimize your EA8300 router to ensure that it's working to its full potential. Please send us the link to this post at [email protected] along with your contact details. We'll have one of our Escalation Engineers get in touch with you.
Best regards,
Jay
Linksys Support