As good or better than RT-AC86U ?

[ClockerXP]

Howdy-
I have an RT-AC68U. I was looking at getting an RT-AC86U for the increased VPN performance. I got one from Amazon but the 2.4ghz radio was dead and I have been reading a lot of horror stories about quality problems with this router. So for now, I am just overclocking my 68U.

Is there something as good as (or better than) the RT-AC86U for Merlin VPN performance I can get?

Thanks!!

 

[skeal]

Howdy-
I have an RT-AC68U. I was looking at getting an RT-AC86U for the increased VPN performance. I got one from Amazon but the 2.4ghz radio was dead and I have been reading a lot of horror stories about quality problems with this router. So for now, I am just overclocking my 68U.

Is there something as good as (or better than) the RT-AC86U for Merlin VPN performance I can get?

Thanks!!

I have been quite happy with the AX88U a total VPN beast!

 

[Mutzli]

I had several different ASUS routers over the last few years. (RT-AC68, RT-AC87U, RT-AC88U, AC-RT86U and RT-AX88U). The RT-AX88U is by far the best ASUS router, especially when loaded with Merlin firmware.

 

[Dave Parker]

The 86u is an excellent router. Been using mine with no problems since November. Yes there are reported issues with the 2.4g radio not working. I suspect the number is small compared to the number of units sold. Amazon will replace it at no cost to you. The AX88U is probably a good choice if you don't mind paying more for it and you actually need an AX router.

 

[L&LD]

The RT-AC86U and the RT-AX88U will perform the same for VPN duties. RMerlin firmware recommended, of course.

In the recent past, I have had great success with both my personal RT-AC86U and with many customers units I have configured and set up for them. No issues and all say the best WiFi they've had so far.

I can agree with their statements too, except when comparing pure range vs. the RT-AC3100 I am now using as an AP. Even though the range is better, the WiFi throughput is still higher on the RT-AC86U.

Too bad the RT-AC3100 only has 1.4GHz processors though (not as good VPN performance).