GL.iNet Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) Wi-Fi 6 AX6000 2.5G Multiport Router $182.34 Delivered @ GL.iNet via Amazon AU

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This has been very popular previously and now it's back on sale for those after a high performance, open source router with plenty of features.

Like others from this brand it natively supports OpenWRT firmware, allowing full access to OpenWRT’s features and add-ons. It offers fast VPN integration with WireGuard and OpenVPN, along with built-in AdGuard Home for network wide ad blocking. The hardware is powerful and frequently receives firmware updates.

It features two 2.5G network ports with both being able to be used as WAN ports for a secondary connection, failover etc, 4 gigabit LAN ports, 4x4 WiFi 2.4GHz speeds up to 1148Mbps and 5GHz up to 4804Mbps, USB 3.0 port, 4 antennas and a multi plug charger.

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Specifications:

  • 6x Ethernet ports (WAN/LAN)
  • 1x USB 3.0 port
  • 1x Reset button
  • MediaTek Quad-core @ 2.0 GHz
  • DDR4 1GB / eMMC 8GB
  • IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
  • 1148Mbps (2.4GHz), 4804Mbps (5GHz)
  • 2x 2.5G Ports (10/100/1000/2500Mbps)
  • 4x 1G Ports (10/100/1000Mbps)
  • Antennas 4x 2.4GHz + 5GHz two-in-one Wi-Fi Antennas
  • LEDs 1x dual color LED indicator for Power and Internet
  • Power Input DC5521, 12V/4A (5.5x2.1mm)
  • Power Consumption <20W
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Comments

  • +1

    flint 3, with tri-band wi-fi 7, is supposed to be released later on this year. i wonder how much that is going to retail for

    • +4

      More than this one, I would assume.

    • My dilemma as well

  • Damn do I get it now or it will be cheaper say eofy

  • +4

    Bugga

    You last purchased this item on 26 Feb 2025 @$207.20

    • +2

      Purchases one and return as old order.

      • What's that mean?

        • Ha Amazon allows free returns within 30 days if in unused condition. He’ll click return on the one he bought in Feb, hand back the brand new one he bought for $182 and receive $207.

      • This is the way…

  • I bought through Amazon yesterday for $207.20. Can I retrospectively apply the coupon somehow? TIA.

    • Shipped? If not cancel.

      • Sadly yes - shipped last night.

        • +4

          Get on to amazon chat and ask for a partial refund by way of credit to your account.

          https://www.amazon.com.au/hz/contact-us/foresight/hubgateway…

          Somethingelse > contact us > start chatting now

          it may not work but it's worth a shot

          • +2

            @captainmac: I just did this and it worked. I ordered today without the coupon, quick chat with support and they added a $25 credit to my account.

            So I actually made a 14 cent profit

            • +3

              @367: +1 for this, just got the same via Amazon support.

            • +1

              @367: Awesome to hear!! Mine had shipped already so CS helped me cancel and refund. Will reorder soon with promo applied to save the $25 too! Big thanks to @captainmac for suggesting.

  • Is there an affordable way to slightly extend the range on this if needed? It might be enough on its own, but it'd be good to know I could extend it or mesh it if I have to?

    • +1

      glinet makes cheaper / portable wireless routers that have AP and repeater modes.

    • +1

      You can set up mesh on this if you have a compatible device

    • +2

      Technically one of the firmware versions has a bug that causes it to broadcast at slightly higher power (36dB or so). Increases the range a little bit haha

      • Haha nice

  • +1

    Just ordered yesterday for $207.
    Was able to cancel and reorder.
    Thanks!

  • This or a TP link AX1800, AX3000?… I have flint the previous one to this but never really bought another to create a mesh….I am after least number of routers that can give max coverage esp for rooms in the first floor and occasionally while in the backyard.

    • +1

      This blew away my old device, also a TP Link, in regards to wifi range and performance. Though your results might not be the same.

  • Is this user friendly? Or requires a lot of mucking about?

    Say comparing to ASUS routers.

    • +4

      Owning both an ASUS RT-AX86U and a GL.iNet Beryl AX I'd call the GUI on both pretty much equal, certainly wouldn't consider it more difficult than the ASUS anyway. YMMV

    • Completely friendly out of the box (my current router), no messing with Asus hardware incompatibilities (my experience trying to use on board usb with 2.4ghz band years ago).

  • Noob question, can I use this as a modem for NBN connection?

    • +1

      No this is a router only, but you can bridge it to a modem.

      Are you positively sure you need a modem, what flavour of NBN do you have?

    • Yes you can if you have the HFC NBN modem, which is what I have and it works.

    • You might be able to do a free fibre upgrade. And then you can just use a router

  • Thanks OP, ordered one. Hope its not too complicated to setup a VPN

    • Very easy. Heaps of tutorials online and youtube vids. Takes 5-10 mins to set up the server and the clients.

  • Great router and price for it! Improved range and speed over anything I've tried and sent back. Just a safe choice for reliable, fast wifi range without having to use mesh, ad guard included. Only criticism is the inability to specify a DNS server (pi hole) with stock firmware.

  • great router easy to set up coming from an Asus RT-AC88U. Excellent wifi for my solid brick home with no open living spaces. Would I buy another one, the answer is YES.

  • Can I connect flint 2 to netcomm nf20mesh modem through the LAN port?

    Will my wifi speeds and coverage be better using the flint 2 on multiple devices?

    • +1

      nf20 is shit, this is significantly better and yes you can do that

      • Thanks, yes nf20 is horrible and giving me nightmares.
        I was actually planning for LAN cabling though the ceiling to 4 different outlets but hopefully this modem solves my wifi problems….

    • Plug in the GL.iNet Flint router to the nbn NTD box if you have one.

  • Thanks mate — got it for $182 and I had bought previously Amazon gift vouchers at 10% off. I also tried with Cashrewards so have to see if they give me anything.

    I have the Beryl AX and love it.

  • Hmm, can you use a gigabit port for WAN? It seems a waste to use a 2.5 port for a gigabit NBN connection.

    • 2Gbps is coming to nbn FTTP and HFC in 6 months time.

      FTTP: 2000/200 and 2000/500.
      HFC: 2000/100.

    • You can buy a 2.5G switch and connect it to the second 2.5G ethernet port to get more 2.5G ports.

  • How does OpenWRT stack up against Asus Merlin?

  • Thanks OP! I pulled the trigger 👍

  • Flint 3 (Wifi 7) is around the corner if anyone's interested

    • Doubt it will be cheap

  • How does the wifi compare to a Telstra smart modem 3?

  • Sorry if this is a stupid question: I have a 2.5GBe switch. If I connect that to the one 2.5GBe LAN on here, all my devices connected to the switch will be able to access the 2Gibabit NBN coming later this year? I'm just trying to workout where the bottleneck will be

  • I just bought this router for $182.34 as stated, I haven't upgraded my router in 5 years and this has double the WiFi speeds as my current router, now i'm excited for the Flint 2 router!

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