I have just replaced my Dream Machine with a pair of AX86U. I used the Dream Machine for over 2 years. For me it was very stable and the user interface is a real wonder. I really miss it now with my Asus.
The downside and main reason for switching to Asus was the lack of VPN, the fan blowing...
Small question about performance stability.
I'm very happy with the AX-86U (on 388 stock firmware). But there's something that bothers me.
After a factory reset, I enjoy 820 Mbps on speedtest. Two days after, only 500Mbps. Any idea why ?
Yes, it seems to be very good on paper, but I don't really trust TP-Link. This model has mixed review on amazon and I'm not a beta tester.
I just ordered a GT-AX6000 to see how I can handle its design in my living room and how it compares to the AX86U.
The fantasy of the perfect 10Gb router...
I just changed my router and asked myself more or less the same questions as you.
In my opinion, the ideal futureproof router has the following specifications: 10Gb SFP+, 10Gb Wan/Lan, 4x 2.5Gb, Wifi 6e, VPN Fusion Wireguard, all in an acceptable design and for a compact size and all for less...