A solid router, seems to be a good deal from the ridiculous RRP $499, around $199 mark in the other shops.
D-Link D-Fend AC2600 Wi-Fi Router $98 @ Harvey Norman
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Yep average router at best. You have to ask yourself why it's so cheap :-)
What does choice say is the best for gigabit? I've never had a choice membership so I only have random comments and reviews to base decisions off.
I don't think choice has tested Gig speed. What recommendations have you been given?
Aussie says to use Google Nest Hub thing.
@AustriaBargain: Nest wifi is right up there for Gig speed performance. I don't like that you have to spend a fortune to get ethernet ports on the nodes.
DO NOT buy this router (dlink defend) if you are on Gigabit speeds. I am on the Aussie BB gigabit plan and I bought it. I needed an antivirus, plus I had no intention of using its wifi. Due to my network set-up this sits in the garage and connects all of my ethernet ports in the house, whilst my orbi connected via ethernet takes care of wifi inside the house. When I connect this router to my network the max down speed I can achieve is 130mbps. This is on a wired connection straight to my desktop. I connect an old Telstra Technicolor router and my speeds go back to 940mbps down.
I plan on calling Dlink tech support tomorrow to see if there is anything i've missed. If this is the best it can do, its going back to Harvey Norman for a refund.
Cybermen aren't known for being that quick.
(Ok yes it's a stretch lookwise, but that bar design really reminded me of it)
Perfect timing, was just looking for a router today for an NBN connection. Thanks!
which type of connection you getting anyways.
i think this mostly good for FTTP FTTC HFC
HFC connection. Just need a bog standard router with VDSL, for $100 I'm not expecting much so setting expectations low to avoid disappointment.
seems good price defiantly thinking about getting one as well.
HFC is DOCSIS.
VDSL is FTTN, FTTB & FTTC.
@Twix: HFC connection should comes with a Aries box for NBN, then it just a simple network cable to your access point.
HFC connection. Just need a bog standard router with VDSL
HFC isn’t VDSL.
Read a review about this router before pulling the trigger. Seem to be shitty~mediocre product (https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/528247#comment-8613572)
I’ll be getting that for my FTTP house as well, I only need a decent internet router (just normal surfing, FB and youtube) without going over $2-300 for a mesh network or a gaming router.
Deco M5 deals are posted here all the time. What FTTP speed are you paying for?
I was looking at this a couple days ago but ended up going with the TP-Link V600, loving it especially for plex around the house. Strong FTTN performance too. Got it for $188. Obviously depends on whether you want modem/router or just router.
would this be better than my old Netcomm n300 nf7 that is sort of playing up and I can't sometimes get good steady signal (video/zoom) upstairs? I am on ozbb 50/20 FTTP. No gaming. Thanks guys :)
get a used Asus RT-68U on gum-tree for $80 -$100 or a new one - https://www.staticice.com.au/cgi-bin/search.cgi?q=ac68u&spos…
D-Fend is buggy and coverage isn't the best. What is your price limit?
$100 would be good. I dont game but nowadays doing zoom calls and often the video/signal upstairs or in the backyard is poor quality. My NF7 is 5+ yrs old from previous provider. Might go for the secondhand asus as per above, seems to have a great renome :)
Mercusys Halo S12 $89. Minor negative is it's limited to 100 Mbps throughput.
Deco M5 has better coverage and can handle 1000 Mbps throughput if you can stretch an extra $90.
Someone is selling one in the classifieds. You might be able to make a deal with a fellow OzBargainer.
Maybe start with the modem that comes with your isp and see how it goes. ASUS In general works great for me, great speed and coverage.
If your netcomm's connection with the line is peachy, then go for a Ubiquiti AC Pro to handle your Wifi.
Be hard to find something that performs as well for the price.
How would this compare to my AC1900 Netgear Nighthawk router? It does cut out sometimes… I think it's seen better days
Probably no better.
Moved to Asus AiMesh and never look back.
I have this router, and annoyingly it drops out a couple of times a day.
It says “the webpage can not be reached”. I need to reset the connection (on computer) to get it working again.
Is it just it's wireless that is an issue?
D-Fens!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Falling_Down
Careful! This router may stop working and run amok.
Great movie!
It doesn't look like it has VPN client capabilities.
I found having the VPN client on the modem can be a problem. Initially set up my ASUS 86u with VPN client, works great when it test it. 1 login all the devices on the network. Few days later I start getting complaints that some websites refuse connection. So I eventually turn it off at the router and install individual VPN clients on the require devices and turn on/off as needed.
It is a pain, I rather have the VPN client on the router. Not sure if there is a work around.
If you need content filter for the kids, this seems like a pretty darn cheap solution. Why complain about the performance, it's still faster than needed for a simple home internet setup
That's one ugly looking router… looks more like a water tank.
Got this, its great, good upgrade over my Archer D9, much better range.
Choice gives it a 3 star rating. The speed for both 5Ghz and 2.4Ghz is mediocre
https://www.choice.com.au/electronics-and-technology/interne…