Customer Ratings & Reviews

Got recommendation for this unit directly from Netgear. So far, it's OK, range is better than previous units.

One of my cousins recommended this router to me and it was not a mistake purchasing it very high speed !

This router is amazing. We get amazing speeds everywhere in the house and we live in a two storey house.

One of the best routers I've ever own. Excellent speed and quality for streaming, and games consoles.

Bought the Nighthawk X8 to replace my NetGear AC1750 (R6300) because I thought there have been enough router improvements (i.e. Moving from a dualband to a triband, etc) to justify the big $ price tag of the X8. In fact the X8 is 6 models now above my aging AC1750. I have XFinity as my carrier and I do pay for Extreme 105 internet. So what did I get for my money? Nothing. My wireless speed test on the AC1750 is 125mbps. The X8 = 126mbps. No where in the house was there a speed improvement. No where in the house was there a range improvement - the far ends of the house and basement still had average signal. Oh, I did have the second 5G band which I thought was going to be the only argument to justify the X8 $$$, but sadly 3 hours into the system up and running second 5G band just shut down and disappeared. None of my devices would detect it, and that was after a complete power down and reset of the X8 and the Xfinity modem. And yes, I successfully performed the firmware update which was needed right out of the box. Unlike others who have reported a negative experience with the X8, I don't waste my time anymore with NetGear technical support. Either it delivers or it goes back - my time is too valuable. Bottom line - This is a way overpriced router with presumably the best of technology that unfortunately just doesn't deliver.

The Nighthawk X8 AC5300 is a great router and has worked well to boost the signal I receive from Intelos.

Great router, easy set to, fantastic coverage. 2800 sq ft house .8 acre. Strong coverage everywhere

Router works great in my apartment. It was easy to set up. Had no problems with installation.

Top of the line and so happy I returned all of my Comcast rental equipment and made the one time purchase

I have major issues in my house as far as wifi goes....poor signal...been having trouble for years. I have been using the router provided by Charter. (Bad decision) This router (advised to purchase by a Geek Squad guy) definitely improved the signal, but not like I was expecting. I'm sure those with a decent signal would experience marked improvement.

This router is simply awesome! Easy to setup and have not had to reset it since it was put into service.

Easy to install and up the signal greatly. Match it to at least a 100 mbs modem and you are good to go.

This router is perfect for several TVS, phones, lap tops and computer. Wow, what a difference it made.

Easy to set up and fantastic range. Using in an office that has dense walls. Highly recommended.

The speed on this router is unbelievable. Within seconds full webpages arw completely in view.

I love the asus configuration interface. Asus makes it really easy to manage your kids internet.

Absolutely love this router. I had a linksys for the last three years and it was by far the worst piece of hot garbage I have ever had. This new netgear router is amazing. I am a network sys admin and this has a lot of the same bells and whistles our corporate routers have. It's extremely stable and has great radios. I will never leave netgear again!!

This router has improved my speed across my home which is what I was hoping for with this upgrade.

It's awesome the best router i have bought an its well worth the money. I just upgraded my speed also.

The Blackhawk is really all my house needs! It covers all the areas in my house and deck great!!