ASUS RT-AX1800S Router $75, RT-AX3000P $119 Delivered @ Amazon AU

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rkura on 27/12/2024 - 09:33 amazon.com.au (574 clicks)
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RT-AX1800S
Cheap Wifi 6 Router
Unfortunately not compatible with the Merlin custom router firmware

• New-Gen WiFi Standard – WiFi 6(802.11ax) standard supporting MU-MIMO and OFDMA technology for better efficiency and throughput.
• Ultra-fast WiFi Speed – RT-AX1800S supports 1024-QAM for dramatically faster wireless connections. With a total networking speed of about 1800Mbps — 574 Mbps on the 2.4GHz band and 1201 Mbps on the 5GHz band.
• Increase Capacity and Efficiency – Supporting not only MU-MIMO but also OFDMA technique to efficiently allocate channels, communicate with multiple devices simultaneously
• Better Partner with Mesh System – Compatible with ASUS AiMesh WiFi system for seamless whole-home coverage.

RT-AX3000P
https://www.amazon.com.au/ASUS-RT-AX1800S-supporting-technol…

Ultra-fast WiFi Speed – RT-AX3000P supports 1024-QAM for dramatically faster wireless connections. With a total networking speed of about 3000Mbps — 574 Mbps on the 2.4GHz band and 2402 Mbps on the 5GHz band.

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  Springfield on 27/12/2024 - 09:46

  +3

  https://www.amazon.com.au/ASUS-RT-AX58U-Extendable-Subscript…
  If you want Merlin firmware support, get this router. The link I provided is for refurbished and costs $155 but probably fine.

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  Rail Rider95 on 27/12/2024 - 09:55

  Would two of these in a mesh setup be a better alternative to something like the tp link deco packs?

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    Be Happy on 27/12/2024 - 10:12

    I'm using 2 of these as AI mesh with Asus AX82U as a primary router. Works flawlessly!

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      Rail Rider95 on 27/12/2024 - 10:15

      Ah okay, I was thinking more of using only these two routers. Not adding these to an extra router.

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        Be Happy on 27/12/2024 - 11:21

        You can use it easily as an independent routers or in a mesh.

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  Fitzwah on 27/12/2024 - 10:13

  The $75 one should be ok for a basic NBN connection?
  Moving into an apartment temporarily away from home and need a cheap modem to access the internet.

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    rkura on 27/12/2024 - 10:33

    This will work if you have a FTTP/FTTC/HFC connection. If your place is FTTN/FTTB, you'll need a modem/router instead.

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      Fitzwah on 27/12/2024 - 10:35

      I believe it's a HFC connection to the apartment building

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  duyfken on 27/12/2024 - 11:24

  +1

  Unfortunately not compatible with the Merlin custom router firmware

  But can run OpenWRT custom firmware, as the RT-AX1800S has identical specs to the RT-AX54 https://forum.openwrt.org/t/is-the-asus-rt-ax1800s-supported…

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  thomalfa on 27/12/2024 - 20:37

  Any good for wifi extension?

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    Be Happy on 29/12/2024 - 10:36

    Yes

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  kiitos on 27/12/2024 - 23:22

  What's the difference between the RT-AX1800S and the RT-AX54P which also mentions AX1800?

  RT-AX54P is currently $99 at JB: https://www.jbhifi.com.au/products/asus-rt-ax54hp-dual-band-…

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    captainmac on 28/12/2024 - 00:30

    $24

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  smexxxual feelings on 28/12/2024 - 20:51

  anyone know if this is a worthwhile switch from a zte H1600?

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  whyisave on 29/12/2024 - 02:22

  This is still available

  ASUS RT-AX3000P
  $119 → https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0CCTJ74RS

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  LeoSpaceman on 31/12/2024 - 19:29

  I’m having trouble with my Deco M5 delivering <100mbps at each device despite being on a 1000mbps connection. The Deco app reports in its SpeedTest >750mbps. People on the forums suggest setting it up in Access Point mode to get around this issue but when I put it into Access Point mode (with the main router connected to the HFC NTD), the internet does not work at all.

  If I get one of these and set up my Deco M5 in Access Point mode, would I be able to create an effective mesh and land better speeds? Should I just quit stuffing around and get a brand new mesh system with WiFi 6E instead?

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    captainmac on 31/12/2024 - 20:13

    It sounds like you might have QoS enabled on your Deco M5 which could be the reason why each device is only getting 100Mbps.

    Otherwise for your Deco M5 to be configured in Access Point Mode you would need to make sure it's properly connected to the main router where your DHCP most likely is.

    However, I would still suggest for you to consider replacing your Deco M5 to improve your mesh setup.

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      LeoSpaceman on 31/12/2024 - 21:21

      Thanks for weighing in. I had adjusted QoS to >1000mbps a while back and still get the degradation.

      Think you’re right in that it might be time for an upgrade.