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Mercusys MR90X AX6000 Dual Band Wi-Fi 6 Router $62.99 Delivered @ Amazon AU

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Mercusys MR90X AX6000 Dual Band Wi-Fi 6 Router $62.99 Delivered @ Amazon AUAffiliate
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LGeekbenchantutu on 26/02/2025 - 22:21 amazon.com.au (2475 clicks)
Last edited 26/02/2025 - 22:22 by 1 other user
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This is my First post so please be gentle.

You can get a single unit for $62.99 but you can add Mercusys AC1300 and make the effective price $59.19, and then return the adapter to get final price of $50.40.
I bought this 2 days ago for double the price but Amazon is idiot (and nice) engouh to return the existing and let me order a new one (instead of just refunding the difference).
Seems to be a solid router, can potentially run OpenWrt(openwrt.org) with a little bit of work. (Appears to be V1.2, not officially supported by OpenWrt)
If you receive a v1.2, you will need to follow this guide

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Comments

  • Wiadro on 26/02/2025 - 22:27
    +12

    with that many antennas id expect wifi on the moon

    • vid_ghost on 26/02/2025 - 22:53
      +2

      How many antennas should our next model have. YES!

    • AustriaBargain on 27/02/2025 - 00:45

      I wonder if sometimes antenna size and number could just be a gimmick. You could put big antennas on any router.

      • garage sale on 27/02/2025 - 07:29

        need to read fine print as to how many transmitters it’s has on 2.4 and 5 ghz .

  • beOson on 26/02/2025 - 22:28

    Can I get two and set up a mesh network to replace my current TP LINK Decos M5? I am running 4 of these.

    • zxcvb on 26/02/2025 - 22:47
      +1

      That might be an overkill. If m5 supports easymesh could you mix and match with one of these?

      • beOson on 26/02/2025 - 23:07

        So one MR90X can replace four Deco M5s?

        • zxcvb on 26/02/2025 - 23:10
          +3

          One mr90x and one m5 on the least coverage area if you don't have ethernet backhaul.

          Alternatively openwrt 802.11s as mentioned by stephendt if you managed to get two before they sold out at that price.

          • beOson on 26/02/2025 - 23:17

            @zxcvb: Damn..had two in the cart for I think $100 then was onto something else and then they're gone lol
            Thanks anyway.

            • zxcvb on 27/02/2025 - 18:41

              @beOson: Its ozb, buy first and think later. Plus it's Amazon you can cancel or even return for free unopened plus at that you can onsell for $100 or so..

              • beOson on 27/02/2025 - 19:18

                @zxcvb: Haha yeah I know it's ozb, I am just a bit lazy these days when I have no real issues using my current 4x Deco M5 setup vs having to go through a new setup and potentially reconnecting every existing device to the new WiFi network once done.

                • zxcvb on 27/02/2025 - 19:22

                  @beOson: Oh isn't it just a swap with the same ssid and security key? Do you have custom setup with the m5s?

                  • beOson on 27/02/2025 - 21:23

                    @zxcvb: So as long as the same ssid and password are used then I'm all good? Sorry I haven't touched my wifi/NBN for ages..

                    • zxcvb on 28/02/2025 - 00:02

                      @beOson: Yes exactly. Typically if your existing system doesn't contain any specific configuration like fixed ips, dhcp assignment/reservation, firewall rules etc.. Then it's as simple as setting the same ssid and security key, and restarting the setup and if required power cycle the devices which likely won't be required at all.

    • stephendt on 26/02/2025 - 22:49
      +3

      Yeah it works great with 802.11s mesh on OpenWrt

      • beOson on 26/02/2025 - 23:07

        I see, so have to use OpenWrt.

  • hsc21 on 26/02/2025 - 22:31

    Great price. Upvoted.

  • Kaise on 26/02/2025 - 22:33

    This is an amazing price. Good find

  • Mortgagetightass on 26/02/2025 - 22:41

    has openWRT support this router!

  • clandestino on 26/02/2025 - 22:42

    Thanks OP - a very good deal, just what I was looking for!

  • hsc21 on 26/02/2025 - 22:45

    Ordered one. I have to stop looking at Ozbargain… too many routers.

    • HunterBargainHunter on 27/02/2025 - 10:10
      +1

      Still need to OZB until
      Too many shoes
      Too many headphones
      Too many TVs
      Too many smart IoT devices

  • Bonemusher on 26/02/2025 - 22:48

    Won't let me add to cart

  • stephendt on 26/02/2025 - 22:48
    +5

    Fantastic deal. I recently added a much easier guide to the OpenWrt forums on how to flash OpenWrt - it's not "easy", but it's also not hard for anyone who is patient and has some technical experience. Mine was a v1.2 and it works great. Easily the best bang for buck router by far.

  • clandestino on 26/02/2025 - 22:53

    Looks like I got in just in time. Discount reducded to 18% now.

    • HomeAlone on 26/02/2025 - 22:56
      +1

      Amazon AU stock sold out.

      The 18% discount is for stock sold by PCLIVE.

  • Wooluff on 26/02/2025 - 22:54
    +2

    Went to grab one but looks like it got OzBargained. Great Deal if you managed to snag one!

  • Usernamealredytaken on 26/02/2025 - 22:54

    Showing $137.90 for me. Prime user

  • Zapwap on 26/02/2025 - 22:54
    +1

    Does it have any antennas on it?

    • IpGem on 26/02/2025 - 23:42

      Negger didn't get the sarcasm I guess

      • Zapwap on 27/02/2025 - 13:55

        Too much heavy lifting for their brains I guess

  • rygle on 26/02/2025 - 22:56
    +1

    Gone back up

  • jussy12 on 26/02/2025 - 22:57

    Cheers OP! Managed to snag one in time before the price rise

  • aong152 on 26/02/2025 - 23:01
    +1

    Damn, wish i got it before ozbargained.

  • zxcvb on 26/02/2025 - 23:07

    Great first post OP. OZbargained in minutes!

  • sn0w on 26/02/2025 - 23:11

    Is the AX3000 any good for a couple dollars less?

    • hsc21 on 26/02/2025 - 23:34
      +2

      Fairly sizeable difference in hardware specs. The MR80X also has no Openwrt.
      But probably ok if you're just using it as a basic router.

      • Wombatt on 27/02/2025 - 14:46

        For a standard internet user, multiple streaming devices, smart devices such as lights and speakers would the MR80X suffice and can it be used as a modem? What is being missed out on from the MR90X? Have always just gone with the supplied modem and feel like there's lots to learn.

        • hsc21 on 02/03/2025 - 09:40

          For the average user, probably no difference at all. It's a router, not a modem so you'll need to connect it to a modem if required (e.g. FTTN, mobile phone).
          If you're not using openwrt, then the biggest differences are: 1) no 2.5G ethernet port and 2) it's AX3000.

  • VinceVinceVince on 27/02/2025 - 00:04

    Anyone got one willing to sell for a bit higher than the listed price in the deal?

  • ilikedeals on 27/02/2025 - 00:27
    +1

    Damn. Missed out

  • Schrodinger on 27/02/2025 - 01:05

    Great first post! Really good deal for the price.

  • Rail Rider95 on 27/02/2025 - 09:30

    Damn that sucks I missed this.
    Needed to buy one today.

  • us3rnam3tak3n on 27/02/2025 - 15:03
    +1

    "hello there"

  • Jmore1231 on 27/02/2025 - 16:58

    Be wary of routers on Amazon TP-Link owns mercury brand and all the tplink stock we ordered was EU stock and had notable performance issues as they have different specs for the EU market due to restrictions over there and perform poor. But these may be better just do your research first before buying.

    • zxcvb on 27/02/2025 - 18:35

      This has been discussed in the Amazon review comments, apparently when flashed with openwrt it unlocks the au bands and has feature parity with local stock.

      Link here: https://amzn.asia/d/1sVnpx3

      • Jmore1231 on 27/02/2025 - 21:34

        It may work but says could still be limited as it’s hardware is limited to lower spec too they are made different. States it near the end of their comment

        • zxcvb on 28/02/2025 - 00:04

          I'll receive mine tomorrow, I'll flash openwrt and find out.

          • zxcvb on 28/02/2025 - 20:05
            +1

            @zxcvb: Received mine and replaced my wifi 6 mesh network with this router and just in stock firmware it's excellent wifi range that I have no need for my previous mesh network for a two storey house with multiple devices on 100mps connection. I'll flash openwrt and report back.

            • zxcvb on 01/03/2025 - 12:20
              +1

              @zxcvb: Installed openwrt with the openwrt2020 theme by largely following the instructions here on the 1.2 eu firmware without flashing the older version.

              This bit is the key to continue with the installed version on 1.2 EU firmware: fw_setenv tp_boot_idx = 0 and reboot., followed by official instructions.

              https://forum.openwrt.org/t/installing-openwrt-on-mercusys-m…

              I didn't bother setting up a static IP, Just had it connected via ethernet and used scp to transfer files.

              I've set it all up. The only manual part was setting up the guest wifi from scratch but I just followed the official openwrt instructions and it worked first go.

              All AU bands available, both wifi networks set to auto. Wifi is rock solid to far reaches of the house. I've disposed the mesh network. The added bonus is now my Sonos speakers don't get confused and it all just works.

              Thanks OP for a great deal. It's an absolute bargain with openwrt installed.

              • hsc21 on 01/03/2025 - 14:21

                @zxcvb: Thanks. Will be useful when I get around to installing Openwrt on it. Instructions sound pretty straightforward.
                The stock firmware UI also seems very simple if somewhat limiting in capability.

                • zxcvb on 01/03/2025 - 14:48
                  +1

                  @hsc21: I don't recall setting step 17 in the official instructions but have not had any issues so far. I think its because I never downgraded from the official stock firmware that had been installed. See how you go and maybe update to confirm.

              • arsenal1 on 01/03/2025 - 20:42

                @zxcvb: Thanks for the update, disregarding the Extra openwrt options, after the firmware upgrade was the wifi range worth the effort.?

                • zxcvb on 01/03/2025 - 21:23
                  +1

                  @arsenal1: Yes it was. Can see a clear difference before and after with both radios set to auto instead of setting a channel, maybe because it uses the Australian bands reducing congestion, I did the set the country to AU instead of the default, before setting to auto. Other benefits include adblock, watch dog and for future vpn connections.

                  I'm very happy with the outcome and its been stable.

                  My recommendation is try it in stock firmware for a few days and if you see a significant improvement over your current setup, just leave it as is. Most people would be happy with the stock firmware and can also use easy mesh devices instead of configuring openwrt mesh.

                  • zxcvb on 09/03/2025 - 21:09
                    +1

                    @zxcvb: Update:

                    As good openwrt was, my devices on wifi were getting disconnected after 20 to 24 hours. Looking at the logs it turned out they were getting disconnected due to lack of activity due to known openwrt issues. The recommended workaround was to setup a cron job to ping all connected devices via WiFi by installing the fping package.

                    Openwrt recommended solution:
                    https://openwrt.org/faq/deauthenticated_due_to_inactivity did not work either, presumably because I had set the country code to AU which causes the above setting to be ignored due to another bug.

                    I was rather frustrated by all this and have flashed back the stock firmware from openwrt. So far after flashing the stock firmware, it has been solid for 24 hours and no disconnects.

                    tldr: stick with stock firmware

  • Hugh G Rection on 27/02/2025 - 20:06

    i bought this during black friday. it is great, but wish it had more options, like speed capping to guest of my old asus router. my guest aren't special and i don't want them to have the 1gb speed.

    • clandestino on 27/02/2025 - 20:33

      Have you installed openwrt?

      • Hugh G Rection on 27/02/2025 - 20:38

        nope, im not that advanced. lol
        i just used an asus program installed in the app of my old router. mercusys doesn't have options like that.

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