Expert Rating

92

Many of the Best Routers out there provide what the Linksys EA9500 does, but this device does it at a phenomenal price. This wireless router provides coverage up to 3,000 square feet which makes it a great contender for the Best Wifi Router for Long Distance.

Linksys EA9500
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Why We Like It – Linksys EA9500

The Linksys EA9500 Wi Fi router has tri band technology that precisely sends signals to the devices rather than aimlessly providing coverage where it may not be needed. You can connect over 25 devices and you also have 8 ethernet ports to work with.
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  • You can connect up to 25 or more devices
  • Dual core processor is great for online gaming

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  • Only provides 3,000 square feet of coverage

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Performance

You can link the Linksys EA9500 Max Stream AC5400 MU along with your current modem using the Linksys app. This is the ideal device to use while streaming any 4K content from streaming to gaming without any hassle from buffering. You can expect to experience tri band wi fi speeds up from 1000 Mbps to 2166 Mbps. You have eight gigabit Ethernet ports to connect your wired devices so no device is left behind. If you would like to find similar products, feel free to check out the Netgear Nighthawk AX12.The Netgear C7800 on the other hand will give you speeds up to 2 GB per second, ensuring ultra reliable Internet service

Range

Aside from providing you with more than 3,000 square feet of coverage, the Linksys EA9500 router sends targeted signals to maximize the wifi connection on the particular device, unlike other devices that will simply send out their Wi Fi signal without any direction. The Linksys Max Stream uses 3 types of bands, which are 2.4Ghz, 2-5GHz, and 3-5 GHz. Certain bands will help you easily surf online while other bands are extremely fast and are best used while gaming or streaming.

Durability

By investing in this MU MIMO router, you can hook up a variety of devices all at once and still enjoy the same wireless performance, making it an investment that lasts a long time and will be up to the challenge of covering all your devices at home. Thanks to the dual core design, it is good for all kinds of entertainment and gaming making it extremely versatile and less likely for you to have to invest in another Wi Fi router. You must ensure that you place it in a space where it does not overheat, so that you are bound to enjoy the benefits that come with this purchase. If you would like to check out more of our top choices, you may be interested in checking out the TP Link AX6000.

Ease of use

The Linksys AC5400 MU MIMO gigabit router has a Linksys smart Wi Fi app that lets you manage anything from configuring passwords for guests, setting up priority devices, and you can even set up parental controls to keep your kids safe as they dive into the web. The layout of the device is easy to manage; it includes a couple of USB ports, 8 ethernet ports for wired devices, an internet port, and a power outlet. If you are not sold yet, you may find solace in checking out the Netgear Nighthawk X6 R8000.

Value

The tri band wi fi router is a great investment for any family home because it provides an equal connection for casual and heavy users. Parents can work online while the kids do some online gaming and both will have a lag free experience. Not to mention that you will have coverage over a 3,000 square foot space and you can always add a range extender if it is necessary.

Linksys EA9500 Wrap Up

The Linksys EA9500 will connect your smart TV, cellphone, laptop, gaming console, printer, and tablet all at once by precisely targeting the location of the devices and sending Wi Fi signals directly to them to ensure that all signal power is focused. While some customers did have some quality control issues, it did not seem to be a trend in all the products and it may just be a couple of bad apples in the bunch.

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