Mesh System with ASUS DSL-AX82U and RT-AX82U?

[gorkem]

Hello, I use a modem and a router at home. I bought a new ASUS DSL-AX82U modem because my old modem died. I decided to set up an AiMesh system by renewing my router. The modem I bought has a router version called RT-AX82U. However, the prices of the modem and router versions are almost the same. If I buy another DSL-AX82U modem, can I use that device in node mode with AiMesh? So should I buy the RT-AX82U or another DSL-AX82U because the prices are the same? If a DSL modem is used only as a router in AiMesh node mode, will there be performance losses? I would be glad if you help. Good day.

 

[L&LD]

Welcome to the forums @gorkem.

Your best course of action is to buy separate modem and router(s).

The DSL-AX82U and the RT-AX82U are not my top picks for best results from a network today, and particularly not buying new today and going forward.

If your ISP gives you a (free) modem for your use, that is where I would start.

On the router side, the RT-AX68U, RT-AX86U, and the GT-AX6000 are where I is be spending money on today. Depending on your WiFi environment, size of your home and expected near/medium future ISP upgrades.

Most likely, you will only need one router of the models above, to get superior coverage over your existing equipment. (And, possibly even better than your AiMesh plan right now).

Once you have the new network set up, you can sell your existing products too.

 

[gameinn]

Hello, I use a modem and a router at home. I bought a new ASUS DSL-AX82U modem because my old modem died. I decided to set up an AiMesh system by renewing my router. The modem I bought has a router version called RT-AX82U. However, the prices of the modem and router versions are almost the same. If I buy another DSL-AX82U modem, can I use that device in node mode with AiMesh? So should I buy the RT-AX82U or another DSL-AX82U because the prices are the same? If a DSL modem is used only as a router in AiMesh node mode, will there be performance losses? I would be glad if you help. Good day.

The best option would be the TUF-AX5400. It's identical to AX82U but half the price.