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NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE12000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black

Model:
RS500-100NAS
SKU:
11523068
Highly rated by customers for:
$508.21

Customer reviews

Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 196 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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88%would recommend to a friend
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  • Work great

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great, reached the far corner of my house that had trouble with wifi.

    This review is from NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE12000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Easy Setup

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent quality, easy setup. Clear Instructions.

    This review is from NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE12000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Best wifi router ive owned

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best wifi router ive owned & the app makes things better!

    This review is from NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE12000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Flawed Product

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

    After updating my Nighthawk router’s firmware, several devices stopped connecting, and the device name database became corrupted, a known bug that Netgear has yet to resolve. Despite spending hours with Netgear support and opening multiple cases, their only fix was to downgrade the firmware, which resolved some connectivity issues but not the database problem. Support offered a trial firmware, but communication stalled and my cases disappeared from their website. This issue has persisted for over six months without resolution. I recommend avoiding this router and choosing another brand that better supports its products.

    This review is from NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE12000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Netgear Support
      Posted .

      Hi JeffS,

      Thank you for your review and valuable feedback. We're sorry to hear that you are still experiencing device connectivity issues and database problems with your RS500 after multiple Support Cases. We would like to look into your cases and see what other help we can provide. Please reach out to us with your contact information along with your case numbers as well as a copy of your review to netgearteam@netgear.com, and we will be happy to help you.

      Regards,
      NETGEAR Team

  • Cons mentioned:
    Setup process

    Don't Buy It!

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Absolute crap. Difficult to set up, keeps dropping the internet. Poor customer support.

    This review is from NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE12000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Netgear Support
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      Hi RandallM,

      Thank you for your review, we appreciate your feedback and we want you to know that your experience is important to us. We're sorry to hear that you had difficulty with setting up your new RS500 as well as your internet dropping even after speaking with Support. When experiencing trouble during installation, we recommend checking out this resource with guided instructions: https://kb.netgear.com/000061614/I-m-having-trouble-installing-my-NETGEAR-router-what-do-I-do?language=en_US.

      When experiencing intermittent connectivity, we recommend a few troubleshooting steps including ensuring your RS500 is on the latest firmware v1.0.5.22 as well as checking all connected cables such as power and ethernet are all fastened securely and in good condition. If your connected modem also acts as a router, change the settings for this device to Bridge Mode or AP mode to avoid any double NAT issues.

      If you need additional assistance, please reach out to us with your contact information along with your Support case number and a copy of your review to netgearteam@netgear.com, and we will be happy to help you.

      Regards,
      NETGEAR Team

  • Find something else

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This has not gotten the job done in my 2500sf, 2 story house with 4 tV’s, 1 WFH, 4 phone users, and a gamer.

    This review is from NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE12000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Netgear Support
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      Hi PamelaB,

      Thank you for your review and valuable feedback. We would like an opportunity to improve your experience with your RS500. Many factors can affect the performance of your router, mesh WiFi system, or extender. If your WiFi performance seems inconsistent, your wireless network might be affected by one of the following factors. For more details on this topic please visit the following resource: https://kb.netgear.com/000037824/What-factors-can-affect-my-WiFi-performance?language=en_US.

      We would like to follow up with you regarding your experience with your RS500. Please reach out to us at netgearteam@netgear.com with your contact information and a copy of your review, and we will be happy to help you.

      Regards,
      NETGEAR Team

  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Don't purchase if you use Verizon internet

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Doesn't work well with some Verizon Optical Network terminals. Got super slow speeds despite having gigabit internet, switched it out for a tp-link router and had gogabit speeds instantly

    This review is from NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE12000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Netgear Support
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      Hi John,

      Thank you for your review, we appreciate your feedback and we want you to know that your experience is important to us. We would like an opportunity to improve your experience with your RS500 speeds while connected to a Verizon ONT. There are many factors that can affect your Internet connection speed for devices on your home network. When experiencing issues with the speed from your device, we recommend checking your internet speeds from a few different sources, including at your modem directly, between your ISP & Router as well as your wireless speed. For more information on this, please visit the following resources: https://kb.netgear.com/000038894/How-do-I-check-my-Internet-speed, and also: https://kb.netgear.com/19279/Why-am-I-not-getting-the-maximum-speed-that-my-router-is-capable-of?language=en_US.

      We would like to follow up with you regarding the speeds you are experiencing. Please reach out to us with your contact information as well as a copy of your review to netgearteam@netgear.com, and we will be happy to help you.

      Regards,
      NETGEAR Team

  • Sorry but something is off

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This router has some inconsistent behaviors when you change certain settings. That is the best way to sum it up. Please read reviews of other routers before making a final decision.

    This review is from NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE12000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Netgear Support
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      Hi Beachboy69,

      Thank you for your review, we appreciate your feedback and we want you to know that your experience is important to us. We are sorry to hear that you are having a difficult experience with your RS500 having inconsistent behaviors when you change some settings. We recommend ensuring your RS500 is on the latest firmware v1.0.6.16 which contains fixes for various minor bugs. For more information, please visit the following link: https://kb.netgear.com/000070539/.

      We would like to look further into the inconsistent behaviors you have been experiencing, as well as understand which settings cause this. Please reach out to us at netgearteam@netgear.com with your contact information, and we will be happy to help you.

      Regards,
      NETGEAR Team

  • Don't!!!

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Worst wifi I've ever used. Very disappointed as i have used Nighthawks consistently for decades. The speed using a wired connection to xbox one and series x is absolutely amazing but trying to connect with wifi barely even connects at all. I get over 600mbs wired and only 20or less mbs wifi regardless of the channel and doesn't matter between the 2.4 or 5g and wifi 6 is not recognized for xbox. 2.4 it's actually usable but not fast because it just stays connected. I've followed all the steps to fix so either i have a defective product or the design itself is seriously flawed!!!

    This review is from NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE12000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Didn’t work.

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

    Awful. Worked the first day then had buffering and disconnecting issues. Was on the phone with Nighthawk I.T for hours on 3 different phone calls for a day. Then just returned and went back to spectrums WiFi 7 router and haven’t had any problems. First night hawk I had was amazing. This one, not so much. Hoping it was just a bad egg in the thousands. Will try another someday.

    This review is from NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE12000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Connection issues

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    When someone downloads something, the other devices will become slower, or they will lose their connection to the Wi-Fi. To restore the connection, I have to reset the router.

    This review is from NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE12000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • cannot handle more than 10 devices

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

    I have the fastest internet but because this device cannot handle if you have 10 or more connections, I have to live with frequent interruptions.

    This review is from NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE12000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Don't purchase

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Spent five hours trying to install. Returned it to Best Buy.

    This review is from NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE12000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Netgear Support
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      Hi MarcC,

      Thank you for your review, we appreciate your feedback and we want you to know that your experience is important to us. We're sorry to hear that you had trouble during installation with with your RS500 for five hours and have already returned it. When experiencing trouble while installing, we recommend visiting this resource: https://kb.netgear.com/000061614/I-m-having-trouble-installing-my-NETGEAR-router-what-do-I-do?language=en_US.

      If you decide to repurchase the RS500 or any other NETGEAR product and have any issues, please email at netgearteam@netgear.com, and we will be happy to help you.

      Regards,
      NETGEAR Team

  • Disappointed

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

    Would love to review it but it’s been 3weeks and I still haven’t received it yet

    This review is from NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE12000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance, Signal strength

    Fantastic

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

    Title: Fantastic Description: Title: Fantastic Description: I was so frustrated with my internet provider's modem/router unit that delivered half the speed I was paying for and constantly loosing it's internet signal. I couldn't even connect my detached garage door opener to the app because of lack of signal or barely get wifi on my front porch. I bought a Netgear modem, router and switch got everything connected and now I get exactly the speed I'm paying for! I can actually surf the web on my laptop on my network from the neighbors yard across the street and get better speed in my garage with the door closed than I use to get in my living room. The difference is simply astounding. I haven't had a buffering or lost internet connection yet. Do yourself a favor, spend the money buy your own Netgear equipment and ditch your providers junk.

    This review is from NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE12000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black

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

    Easy install

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

    Title: Easy Peasy install Description: Installation of my WiFi 7 is straightforward, and the App is perfect. Speed is excellent, covers the entire home, including the basement TVs. The only thing is that if you have some older TVs and computers, some may not accept, but we found a way to adjust based on different levels of acceptance. Overall, I strongly recommend.

    This review is from NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE12000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black

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

    New RS500 router just screams!!

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

    title:%20New%20NETGEAR%20router%20just%20screams!%0A%0ADescription%3A%20Easy%20installation%20for%20this%20new%20RS500%20router.%20Took%20the%20manual%20advanced%20setup%20to%20make%20the%20settings%20of%20my%20old%20router.%20Once%20the%20software%20was%20updated%20and%20a%20restart,%20the%20router%20connected%20perfectly%20to%20all%20my%20devices.%20So%20easy!%20(Although%20I%20had%20prepped%20for%20this%20extensively).%20I%20also%20noticed%20a%20strong%20WiFi%20range%20around%20the%20outside%20of%20my%20house.%20Happy%20with%20this%20upgrade!

    This review is from NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE12000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Futureproofing with great back-compatibility

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

    Note: I purchased this through Netgear, and they are running a sweepstakes for folks who review this router on BestBuy and Amazon. That said, I'm giving 5* because it's excellent, as outlined in detail below. I purchased this router to upgrade from my old Wi-fi 5 setup (802.11 ac); I wanted to future-proof with the new wi-fi 7 (802.11 be), esp since multi-channel linking will eliminate the perennial problem of joining the high-speed or long-range channels. With few Wi-fi 7 options available there are two things that appealed about the RS500 over comparable competition. 1. Coverage -- this kicks the crap out of my old Linksys EA7500, and I can regularly have wifi even out in my yard. 2. Expanded 5GHz band -- the priority on the 5GHz band addresses the majority of traffic in our household. This specifically contrasts the price-equivalent TP-link which puts more channels into the 6GHz band, which won't be necessary for some time with almost no devices using Wifi-7 and few (in our house) using Wifi-6. I've had this up for just about a week, so hard to report on reliability, but set-up was fast and seamless. Re-naming to my old wifi network name meant all devices transferred over, and I was able to set up my printer via WPS quickly. The band auto-selection is kinda cool. Potential cons: 1. If you're an uber LAN gamer who for some reason needs 10Gig LAN then you may opt for another router (like the RS600). 2. Device comes with Netgear Armor, and you have to opt out rather than in. I found this didn't work on the Nighthawk App, but was easy to do from my browser. Frankly this device is probably overkill in terms of overall data transfer (no way I'll come close to the bandwidth), but the Wifi 7 feature-set, great coverage range, and priority on the 5Ghz band mean this will likely be the last router you'll need for a decade or more.

    This review is from NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE12000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black

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

    Good Router

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

    Easy to setup. FAST speeds. I have used Netgear products for years. There is a reason for this, they just work. My only complaint is, my devices seem to occasionally pause the network connection. I believe this is related to the device and/or router configuration, but it does not happen with my old Netgear router so having to figure that out. Recommend = Yes

    This review is from NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE12000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black

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

    Great router

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

    Easy set up, no bugs, app works great. Use the router to replace cox given - excellent speeds

    This review is from NETGEAR - Nighthawk BE12000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black

    I would recommend this to a friend
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