ASUS RT-AX86U Pro Wi-Fi 6 AX5700 Dual Band Gaming Router w/ AiMesh $169.99 (after Best Buy 15% off Recycle and Save offer on $199.99)

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03/26/25	Amazon	$170 frontpage	26
02/15/25	Amazon	$170 frontpage	112
12/17/24	Amazon	$184 frontpage	152
11/23/24	Amazon	$184	7
11/21/24	Best Buy	$157	14
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07/16/24	Amazon	$200	4
06/04/24	Amazon	$199	5
05/17/24	Amazon	$190	7
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04/23/24	Newegg	$170 frontpage	41
04/18/24	Amazon	$200 frontpage	118
02/25/24	Amazon	$199 frontpage	148
02/05/24	Newegg	$200 frontpage	50
01/04/24	Newegg	$205	3
08/22/23	Amazon	$200 popular	18
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07/30/23	Amazon	$200 frontpage	138
07/17/23	Amazon	$220	5
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Meowmixes98

Jun 24, 2024

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This is the best router for the money imo. I've had it for awhile now and it's a tremendous bang for the buck and just a great router overall regardless.

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CrazyHorse

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Quote from Meowmixes98

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This is the best router for the money imo. I've had it for awhile now and it's a tremendous bang for the buck and just a great router overall regardless.

I dunno I bought a TP-Link AXE5400 at Walmart for $159 and I'm very very happy with it. Had to upgrade because of wireless security cams.

notaxstate

Jun 24, 2024

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notaxstate

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How does this work on wireless mesh? Debating between Orbi mesh v/s 2x of these.

TalentedString114

Jun 25, 2024

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TalentedString114

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Quote from notaxstate

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How does this work on wireless mesh? Debating between Orbi mesh v/s 2x of these.

Decent range standalone however being a dual band router doesn't make it the best for mesh. Tri band router give a dedicated channel to wireless backhaul so one of the 5ghz is only used for mesh that way it doesn't interfere with other devices. Check out the asus XT8 or GT6 systems. Orbi is great at the high end ones. Not sure about the one that's Costco deal though

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4Kazter

Jun 25, 2024

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Quote from CrazyHorse

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I dunno I bought a TP-Link AXE5400 at Walmart for $159 and I'm very very happy with it. Had to upgrade because of wireless security cams.

Does newer tp link make you download app to use the router?

I had an older tp link router and this asus router.

Both brand customer service sucks. With tp link too much trouble shooting. With asus when you rma they send your unit back saying it is fixed or try to get money out of you.

I never had a problem with Asus routers but rare minor disconnect, just motherboards problems. Own 3 mobo all 3 had problems, onboard video, USB, and bluescreens

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CrazyHorse

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Quote from 4Kazter

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Does newer tp link make you download app to use the router?

I had an older tp link router and this asus router.

Both brand customer service sucks. With tp link too much trouble shooting. With asus when you rma they send your unit back saying it is fixed or try to get money out of you.

I never had a problem with Asus routers but rare minor disconnect, just motherboards problems. Own 3 mobo all 3 had problems, onboard video, USB, and bluescreens

No, you don't have to download an app. I went with TP Link cause the past few years I had an older model TP Link and no issues, just the range and speed was different. I have an older Asus board but no issues also use an Asus Power Supply.

skywaytp

Jun 25, 2024

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skywaytp

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This is a great router at nice price. Lowest I have ever seen, and with DD-WRT it can be at full speed.

However, I recently purchased a GL-iNet GL-MT6000 at $125 recently from Amazon. It's one of the best regarding the hardware it offers, and with Open-Wrt I'm satisfied. I'm slowly moving from DD-Wrt to Open-Wrt for better support and more updated software architect.

Still, this Asus RT-AX86U is a great one if you don't want to mess with it.

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fordhamdude

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fordhamdude

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Would this work well with an AC-86U in AI mesh? In an apartment and have some dead spots, but love that other router.

MrOneEyedBoh

Jun 28, 2024

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MrOneEyedBoh

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I wonder if I bought two routers can I use the 15% off on both at the same time?

xj884x4

Jul 6, 2024

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xj884x4

Jul 6, 2024

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I have an Asus RT-AX68U as my main router with an older Asus T-Mobile AC1900 that isn't mesh compliant without major mods, currently runs as access point via ethernet connection 40ft away. This AX86U looks like a good deal. Does it matter if the 68U or the 86U is first connected to the output of the fiber modem from a performance perspective or just setup them up based on range needed for the locations in the house? Looking forward to getting the AImesh so I can walk around without switching/dropping. Old 1950s house with plaster walls, brick, and wire mesh that kills signal.

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daChipmunk

Jul 16, 2024

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daChipmunk

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I tried this at my local Best Buy but they couldn't apply the 15% discount to the sale price. The fine print says the discount is only valid on regular priced items so the system wouldn't allow it. Wish I had known that before turning in the old router since the discount code has an expiration date

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jojobot

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Quote from daChipmunk

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I tried this at my local Best Buy but they couldn't apply the 15% discount to the sale price. The fine print says the discount is only valid on regular priced items so the system wouldn't allow it. Wish I had known that before turning in the old router since the discount code has an expiration date

That's odd. Statement on their site shows 15% off current price:

"coupon for 15% off the current price of a networking device or whole-home networking system"

furies1645

Jul 19, 2024

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Quote from daChipmunk

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I tried this at my local Best Buy but they couldn't apply the 15% discount to the sale price. The fine print says the discount is only valid on regular priced items so the system wouldn't allow it. Wish I had known that before turning in the old router since the discount code has an expiration date

Worked at my Best Buy. You may want to visit another store.

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Cujobob

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Quote from notaxstate

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How does this work on wireless mesh? Debating between Orbi mesh v/s 2x of these.

Having a dedicated wireless backhaul is handy with Orbi mesh setups.

Valkeriefire

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Quote from MrOneEyedBoh

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I wonder if I bought two routers can I use the 15% off on both at the same time?

I believe you could just make two separate purchases.

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