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Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 1507 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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93%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are pleased with the router's ease of use, performance, and range. Many also highlighted the strong signal and relatively easy setup process. While some experienced connection issues or compatibility problems, the positive feedback on performance and ease of use outweighs the negative. The affordable price point was also frequently praised.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Signal strength

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    router

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

    Very good router. easy to install. strong signal. I am very pleased with this product. It is a good value for a home network and wifi

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    dual band is clutch

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

    The ability to have people over and still have great speeds is a super plus. Also the program used to control from anywhere is pretty handy and very easy to use. Dual Band isn't for everybody, but it's sure for me.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Product

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

    The Linksys router is great! We get wifi access through out our entire house. The website is very easy to navigate as well.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Exalent Home Router

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

    I originally purchased a router two versions down from this one, it stopped working in 48 hrs. Went back to best buy and upgraded to this one and its working like a champ! i would recommend this router for home use.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good router

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

    This have been my go to brand for routers. Since I have been using this new router I haven't had any problems. I would buy this router again. I like that it have WiFi password especially for guests.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent

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

    When my old router finally died, I picked up this Cisco product at Best Buy. Very easy to install and get running (let than 10 minutes), and working perfectly! Can't ask for more than that. Price was right too.

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

    worked fine

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

    Purchased set up and it couldn't cut through the interference in my home to reach every area with strong enough signal so I went w the nighthawk and solved the range issue. Try it if it doesn't acheive the range u desire best buy w take it back no questions just tell them it didn't have enough range then step up to the nighthawk but if it works why spend more money unless ur a serious gamer or streamer or have lots of devices/people using it at once. I ended up w a netgear nighthawk and an ac1200 the nighthawk was enough but the wireless n my Xbox was acting up so instead of buying a new Xbox the ac1200 eliminates the wireless by wiringthe xXbox to it and also increased my WiFi range I can be in the backyard or the front and have reliable WiFi

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works as designed

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

    A good router that seems to work well with chromecast and xbox360. Speed is good and netflix on chromecast gets up to HD speed. Only complaint is that it must sit flat and cannot stand upright next to the modem.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Easy to install - extras were hard to navigate

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

    I had been using a 10 year old Linksys router and for some reason thought that a new one wouldn't affect my wireless internet speeds. I did some research and found out that was far from the truth. So, I did some research and decided on this router. My TV and PS3 are directly connected to the router - so this was more for my laptops, cell phones, and Ipad. After installation, I definitely noticed an increase in DL/UL speeds ... where I typically would download at around 1-1.5MB/sec, I was now getting speeds up to 4MB/sec (on a 50MB/sec connection). The installation process was really easy. You just put in the disc that comes with it and follow the instructions. I did have some issues with adding a shared hard drive, a feature that sounded cool but I could never get to work. Basically, you are supposed to be able to attach hard drive directly to the router that is accessible by everything else connected to the router. I suppose that is valuable feature if you don't want to keep a certain computer on all the time, to make that same content accessible all the time. Another interesting feature was the guest password. There is a temporary password you can give to anyone you want to have access to your network (i.e., friends come over and want to use your wi-fi) - and not have to give them the password you use for all your permanent connections. But, unless you are inviting shady friends over, I don't really see the point of this feature... although you may be able to give them limited access (i.e., just the internet) versus full access - I haven't played around with it enough to confirm. Overall, the router has done what it is supposed to do without any loss of connection. The extras may be nice for some people - but may take some time to set up. That being said - the setup screen is pretty slick.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy to use & set up

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

    Easy to set up. Has a larger range than we need. Fixed our Netflix streaming problem with Roku3. Everything I need for less than the next lowest competitor.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    No problem streaming

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

    This wireless router solved my intermittent streaming problem with Netflix and Hulu.

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

    Good choice

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

    Since I bought it worked very well, what I like is to have a password to guests and do not have to give the primary key to anyone else, for me that is important, rest works perfect.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome router

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

    This router was well worth the money. It's dual band so you can have a 2.4Ghz and 5 Ghz channel at the same time. Really speedy and I haven't had any issues with connection or speed. I recommend!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Ineeded to update from my old router

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

    My old lexys router was getting tired and I needed a way to connect wieelessly to two old printers from two home laptops. I did nee helpfrom a friend to do all that I wnted to do. But all worls very well.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Working well...

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

    Best part about the whole experience is that I was able get the router installed and usable without calling the Geek Squad or friends for help.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy Setup, Good Product

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

    Setup was easy and this basic router does what it was designed to do. If you want really fast speed (for games or video), buy a different router. If you need basic wireless, this is a good choice.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    EA3500 model Easy install. Flawless performance.

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

    Simple plug in of ethernet connectors. Performance is flawless, even with additional 4 Ethernet cables in Cisco switch. Be prepared for different but fully sufficient contents and added features.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Functions well after intial set up

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

    I followed the instructions for set-up, but for some reason, it didn't work. Had to call Linksys customer service and they were very helpful. Works like a pro now and can change settings in a click.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    works well

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

    I recently bought this router to upgrade my old one it works well so far. The only issue is I'm not sure how to get the smartwifi app for your phone that was supposed to come with it.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great wireless router

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

    I needed a wireless router for new install of cable service. The setup was fast and easy! I couldn't believe how easy it was. I was up and going before the cable installer had loaded his truck.

    I would recommend this to a friend