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Linksys Max Stream AC5400 MU MIMO Tri Band WiFi Router for Home Fast Wireless WiFi Router Gigabit Wireless Router
Last Updated: April 10, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.4
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
999
Old Reviews
0
Unverified
178
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4K
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Dual Core
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Review Analysis - 821 recent, verified reviews
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Network
372wifi, linksys, house, routers, coverage
+70%
-30%
" ... I replaced a Netgear nighthawk router with the Linksys AC5400. ... I've had this Linksys router running for over a month now with ZERO issues! ... I have coverage throughout my entire house. ... "
" ... Seems to have a slightly stronger signal than the old router that failed. ... It is plenty adequate for streaming video although because the walls of this house seem to be relatively opaque to wifi signals in either frequency band we have needed to use range extenders for years. ... "
" ... Range is not awesome but not bad either. ... Live in a 1600 sq foot home. ... From center of house and closer it works great with no issues. ... "
" ... Boosted my home WiFi like crazy. ... "
" ... I tried resetting the router, but it had no effect--my upload speeds were triple my download speeds,2-3mb down but 11-12mb up. ... A major reason why I had decided to get the AC1900-to manage my devices over the 2.4 and 5 ghz wireless networks to optimize my bandwith to my various devices. ... "
" ... It works well and has a good range, even through walls. ... "
" ... By purchasing this separate router my Internet is just rocking now. ... "
" ... I've been using this Router for over a month now and haven't ran into any issues so far! ... "
Wifi
213wifi, linksys, wi fi, routers, password
+70%
-30%
" ... WIFi disabled and nothing else connected on both routers during the test. ... "
" ... This a great router. ... "
" ... I replaced my old wi-fi modem with this. ... I thought I would probably need a wifi extender to watch the streaming videos in my smart TVs, but I found I don't need one because the signal from this modem is strong enough. ... "
" ... It is superior in every way to the unmentioned router. ... "
" ... Boosted my home WiFi like crazy. ... "
" ... our wifi capabilities are so much better. ... "
" ... This router has great range and high speeds ... "
" ... For the price, this is good WIFI routers. ... We have over 10 of them since we do testing on many WIFI enabled devices. ... "
Setup
189router, easy, linksys, easy to install, easy to set
+87%
-13%
" ... It was easy to set up and features a cool app to manage the functions, my only issue is that I bought this router under the impression that it would work. ... "
" ... I have been using Linksys routers for years and find them easy to use and set up. ... "
" ... I'm highly tech savvy and for this price I should not have any frustration with setup or operation, yet that's all I had. ... "
" ... It was quick and easy to setup, quick, easy to use, good looking interface. ... "
" ... Adding Velop nodes is also easy to accomplish. ... Within in the router settings, there is a device prioritization setting that allows up to three devices to be prioritized. ... Once the setting was turned off, the network speeds passed through the mesh network matched the specs of my service. ... "
" ... Everything has connected without an issue and the walk through prompt on the computer was easy. ... "
" ... This was a super easy router to set up. ... The whole set-up was less than 30 minutes using an Ethernet connection. ... "
" ... Setup is easy if you are familiar with Linksys routers. ... "
ISP
142linksys, modem, netgear, routers, provider
+66%
-34%
" ... Use it with my cable internet. ... "
" ... Linksys support says this is true of all their routers. ... "
" ... Works better and faster than previous router. ... "
" ... This router so far works very well. ... "
" ... Have to say Linksys support was very good with the issue as well. ... "
" ... Is an equal match with my modem. ... "
" ... my older router could not work with the faster internet speeds, no issues since switching to this router. ... "
" ... all with passwords you choose. ... "
Ease of Use
130easy to set, set, setup, easy to install, simple
+97%
-3%
" ... It was very easy to set up using the Linksys app. ... I have to connect my modem directly to my computer to access the user interface. ... "
" ... It's easy to go online and disable the guest sites and do other administrative chores. ... "
" ... Setup was not complicated. ... "
" ... Easy to set up and easy to navigate to all settings. ... "
" ... Easy setup on the Linksys website ... "
" ... Easy to install no issue. ... "
" ... Easy to install and now the whole house has wifi. ... "
" ... easy to set up ... "
Software Platform
112interface, smart, linksys, password, mobile
+63%
-38%
" ... I really love that I can monitor it through the app and restart it from there too. ... "
" ... I have 3 laptops, a printer, 2 dvd players, 2 android phones and a tablet wirelessly connected, and this router gives a strong wifi signal to all devices! ... "
" ... Good quality and easy to use interface with the software app. ... "
" ... Tried to set up per directions, downloaded the app, but had issues, so just set up manually. ... I don't need the parental controls, or the guest account (for now), so just entered the cable password and I was all set to go. ... "
" ... It just needed updating !! ... "
" ... But if you want to set up more advanced configuration like disabling the DHCP server (My Mac server is providing DHCP and DNS for my LAN), configuring Wi-Fi channels and other features, it's not that easy. ... I couldn't find any way to do this via the mobile app. ... To get at the rest, I had to click on an undocumented "CA" link in the lower right corner of the web interface, which makes more options appear. ... My older routers all provided default passwords and IP addresses, allowing initial configuration via a web interface. ... "
" ... I am able to block content for different users, restrict internet access to devices, create guess user access to the network. ... "
" ... Setup is a breeze and there is an app you can download to monitor your network from anywhere. ... "
Product Reliability
106worked, working, stopped working, died, six
+40%
-60%
" ... Then I had to reboot the unit twice in 3 days, that is not acceptable. ... "
" ... Does NOT work. ... "
" ... First unit power source died after 6 months. ... Overall this is a good product but finicky and not reliable . ... They tell you 5-7 business days and require a credit card for replacement without sending back the defective unit first. ... "
" ... few issues I noticed for the past one month of use. ... "
" ... So here I am less then six months later looking for a new, non-Linksys unit to take it's place. ... "
" ... Junk junk junk! ... "
" ... I plugged it in and it didn't work. ... To assure you that it was not user error ... "
" ... I need a functioning product. ... "
Device Compatibility
101connected, connection, phones, smart, linksys
+65%
-35%
" ... In order to offer guests a way to connect securely, I'd have to share my primary network . ... "
" ... I have over 20 devices connected to this router ranging from camera systems to smartphones. ... "
" ... I went from a 2TB Apple Time Capsule . ... "
" ... I have many devices drawing from this source and it has exceeded my expectations! ... "
" ... Only compliant I had was I was unable to setup router my thru the phone app since it could not find it (workaround: connect directly to router to configure). ... "
" ... Once I got my new linksys there was no trouble setting up or connecting. ... "
" ... Actually got 650mbps on an android phone with thins thing! ... "
" ... We have some stuff hardwired, and find that the wife is fast and reliable for our phones and tablets. ... This is very useful if you have a large home or you have to connect on one end of your home. ... "
Capacity
95router, signal, coverage, walls, throughout
+93%
-7%
" ... Very nice and covers our whole house without any loss of signal. ... "
" ... Speedtest.net now shows our full 100 Mb download speed (our maximum) in our room furthest from the router. ... "
" ... The wireless function works well and gives great coverage throughout the house. ... "
" ... I would usually just buy the cheapest model, but we moved into a larger home and I have a home office. ... "
" ... (we live in the USVI and House is made of concrete walls. ... "
" ... Works well with plaster walls a few rooms away. ... "
" ... Range was great, even upstairs, out on the patio, in the garage, full signal strength. ... "
" ... Strong signal throughout my weirdly shaped house. ... "
Overall performance
65fast, performance, change in speed, speeds, tests
+85%
-15%
" ... (I have 150mbps plan so very happy with these speeds). ... "
" ... Right now I am at full speed for download, 200Mbps. ... "
" ... I noticed a significant increase in speed. ... "
" ... Faster and allows to give video packets priority. ... "
" ... Major difference in speed for down loads ... "
" ... Very happy as this finally allowed me to realize the speed I’m paying for. ... "
" ... We have some stuff hardwired, and find that the wife is fast and reliable for our phones and tablets. ... "
" ... Drastic increase in performance from the Belkin I had in! ... "
Ports
65ethernet, port, ports, linksys, lan
+63%
-37%
" ... I use it as a switch for hard-wired devices, and it works exactly as it should. ... "
" ... Linksys EA6350 Wi-Fi Wireless Dual-Band Router with USB Port was easily installed within minutes ... "
" ... I replaced the cable between the modem and router, I tried plugging in, nothing was working. ... "
" ... I could not get through setup when using Ethernet. ... "
" ... I have other game consoles a media streaming devices connecting via Ethernet. ... "
" ... No issues streaming 4k to two tv's simultaneously and running multiple other devices from media server, NAS, laptops, ipads, and desktop all at once. ... "
" ... The quantum router was already hooked up with network cables so all I had to do is unplug it and plug in the new Linksys router. ... "
" ... What I did not know is that when a cable company provides a modem / router combination units, they only support up to about 10 connected devices. ... "
Apps
45mobile, interface, features, control, smart
+80%
-20%
" ... I really like the functions from the app. ... "
" ... When the purple light appears, run the app and use it to perform the initial configuration. ... I couldn't find any way to do this via the mobile app. ... "
" ... Tried to set up per directions, downloaded the app, but had issues, so just set up manually. ... "
" ... programs open super fast like it did in 2002. samsung phones are near instant for everything and run at 80Gbps. ... "
" ... The setup was also pretty easy to do oh, and I like some of the smart features that are available using the smart app. ... "
" ... The setup using the iOS app is streamline and easy to understand. ... The configuation capabilities of the iOS app are robust, and the parental controls have a lot to offer. ... "
" ... Was consistently getting lots of buffering on youtube downstairs. ... "
" ... Kickass machine but long restart times when restarted from the Linksys phone app ... "
Returns
42returned, back, sent it back, send, returning
+10%
-90%
" ... I wish I could return it, but it's too late. ... "
" ... Boxed it up and sent it back. ... "
" ... The box instructed me not to return it to amazon but rather call the manufacturer. ... So i returned that one and asked if i could also return the original one. ... "
" ... I'd liked to have sent it back, unfortunately for me the return window has closed. ... "
" ... Seriously considering returning the unit and getting something else. ... "
" ... Not even worth the effort of returning it. ... "
" ... I was disappointed And completely surprised as to why they would send me this. ... "
" ... I think Amazon should accept a return for refund. ... "
Price
38money, worth the money, best, well worth, waste of money
+63%
-37%
" ... The price is fair for the quality of the unit. ... "
" ... I would almost say it's a "best pick" at a "moderate price." ... "
" ... Worth the cost. ... "
" ... Great value at price paid. ... "
" ... worth the money! ... "
" ... SOOOO worth the Money, why did I wait!!! ... "
" ... Best that money can buy for a home. ... "
" ... At the time the price was $20 less than it is currently selling for and I think I got a great deal. ... "
Firmware
26router, linksys, latest, firmware updates, dd wrt
+12%
-88%
" ... Tried all kinds of configuration changes then eventually engaged Linksys Tech Support. ... "
" ... This is not what I expect of an expensive router and it appears Linksys no longer has the reputation that it had in the past. ... "
" ... The software worked well initially, and then a few hours later, I got a message that the router can't be found because there is no internet connection!!! ... "
" ... Linksys 'locked' firmware routers are not for me. ... "
" ... I have updated the firmware, reset them, manually configured, auto configured . ... "
" ... I will be installing DD_WRT on it: I'm fed up with poorly thought-out proprietary vendor router firmware. ... "
" ... Also, most recent firmware is from summer of '17. ... It's pretty unbelievable how much work it must have been to write firmware that intentionally cripples your product so that it is suitable only for the most basic home users with little interest in customizing their network or their network security. ... "
" ... I hope Linksys handles this. ... "
Controls
21control, work, settings, parental, issue
+38%
-62%
" ... Claims to have Parental Controls and again, a complete piece of crap. ... "
" ... I even gave them control of my PC so they could adjust the settings for their admittedly "known issue" of parental controls not working. ... "
" ... No power response to toggle switch. ... "
" ... No parental control as advertised. ... "
" ... * The parental controls are basically useless. ... I've gone with a combination of 2 other products to help offset the parental control issue. ... "
" ... The admin panel is limited as well. ... "
" ... Also, parental controls do not work (at all) . ... "
" ... Parental controls were weak. ... "
Marketplace
19works, advertised, 2018, vendor, today
+37%
-63%
" ... going back today. ... "
" ... No thanks, moving to a different product. ... "
" ... Amazon and technology have failed me this week. ... "
" ... They won’t pay for shipping to return the item. ... "
" ... Purchase a second one, at a different vendor. ... "
" ... I purchased in March 2018. ... "
" ... Boxed it up and sent it back. ... "
" ... Amazon should specify that in item description. ... "
Lagging
18restart, reboot, constantly, slow, rebooting
+17%
-83%
" ... Then I had to reboot the unit twice in 3 days, that is not acceptable. ... "
" ... The the traffic slowed down, so I did a reset. ... "
" ... I constantly have to reboot. ... "
" ... Rebooting doesn't help. ... Video breaks up and freezes. ... "
" ... With the access point, I no longer have the dropouts and disconnects. ... "
" ... Doing a restart and reset of the device every couple of days is not acceptable. ... "
" ... It constantly buffers? ... "
" ... A few users have found workarounds using various, un-related options that only last until next reboot and that other users are unable to replicate. ... "
Features
14parental control, feature, work, control, wpa
+64%
-36%
" ... This one should provide the same basic functionality. ... "
" ... I love this feature. ... "
" ... This is a rock solid unit, very easy to configure, and has lots of great features. ... "
" ... It works great, and has a ton of features that you may or may not find useful. ... "
" ... The Parental Controls features is what sold me. ... "
" ... Overall the features are good. ... "
" ... Good security features and more control over who can use or where they are looking. ... "
" ... - The app makes it easy to set up and gives a wealth of features. ... "
Delivery
13received, day delivery, arrived, right, quick
+69%
-31%
" ... I just received this product and put it into service in the last month. ... "
" ... Ordered and 1 day delivery. ... "
" ... I open the open box is was mod 6500. ... "
" ... I received this in a day after ordering. ... "
" ... Quick delivery and works great. ... "
" ... 1-day delivery! ... "
Band
10bands, dual, 2, within, wifi
+70%
-30%
" ... Tri-Band really makes a difference. ... "
" ... Dual bands are great for older devices and newer. ... "
" ... Different bands to choose from and guest account . ... "
" ... dual band with the 5 GH band works great. ... "
" ... Great speed on all three bands, product delivers exactly as advertised. ... "
Cables
8cable company, works, thought, router, cord
+50%
-50%
" ... Initially, I thought some of my Ethernet cables might have gone bad — they actually can do that — so I started replacing the cables, and then the router began unpredictably resetting itself every few minutes. ... "
" ... My power cord is rated 12v @ 5 amps--should be enough! ... "
" ... I thought it was the cable provider ... Called the cable company again went through troubleshooting and the cable works fine as long as I bypass this piece of junk and now it`s too late to return it ... "
" ... Had no directions and the cable was obviously used and old. ... "
Build Quality
8unit, broke, within, router, one
+50%
-50%
" ... Ours broke and we haven't even had it a year ... "
" ... No doubt a poor internal solder connection had finally come loose. ... "
" ... Then the 2GHz band stopped working within an hour. ... "
" ... The original router broke. ... "
Gaming
7streaming, speeds, phones, pc, part
+71%
-29%
" ... Easily handles kids streaming/gaming as well as the adults streaming Netflix and Amazon on a nightly basis. ... "
" ... This is critically important for me when gaming, it was KILLING me before on both my mobile games (especially Clash Royale) and my PC based games (my PC runs on the 5Ghz network). ... "
" ... We have our gaming consoles on the 5G and can tell a HUGE difference. ... "
" ... Works for gaming and internet well ... "
Resolution
7ultra hd, streaming, tv, stream, hd
+86%
-14%
" ... Streaming ultra HD content is flawless. ... "
" ... I now get 63 crystal clear channels. ... "
" ... Especially with 2 bands of 5GHz, gaming and streaming in 4 TVs by 4K resolution at the same time was just a piece of cake. ... "
" ... It's great for our new 4K Ultra HD SmartTVs as well. ... "
" ... Recently picked up a new TV with the higher-end 4K Ultra HD bells-and-whistles and figured it was time to step up from my existing 2.4Ghz to a MU-MIMO dual-band . ... "
" ... Perfect for 4K HD tv. ... "
Internet
6get, connection, connected
+33%
-67%
" ... Consistently interrupts internet connection by itself. ... "
" ... I constantly get a "connected,but no internet" ... "
" ... Connected, no internet. ... "
" ... The internet on the computer was slow connection was hit or miss. ... "
Video Playback
5streaming, watching, netflix, movies
+60%
-40%
" ... No more Interruptions while streaming movies. ... "
" ... But it will exceed 20 while everyone is home and watching netflix. ... "
" ... It can handle all kinds of video and audio streaming with ease. ... "
Defective Delivery
5refurbished, item, got, defective, box
-100%
" ... Item arrived completely destroyed, with box torn. ... "
" ... got a defective item product sent was not working ... "
" ... This one was a Refurbished one. ... "
" ... However, the product box itself was not sealed. ... "
" ... Ordered this product not realizing it was refurbished. ... Product was reported as defective March 2018, by previous owner & returned only to be resold . ... "
USB
5drive, 2, support, computers
+40%
-60%
" ... Problem 2, I called their support and the external HDD is not support yet! ... "
" ... But after about 2 days I seemed to slow down and stopped accessing the USB drive. ... "
" ... I have tried every USB device I own and it will not recognize any of them, however, they all work just fine on my computers. ... "
Remote
4router, setup, feature, account, access
+50%
-50%
" ... I bought this item with the intent of using the remote access feature for my home cameras. ... "
" ... Immediately you're greeted with a message to setup a remote account. ... Problem is the router can't go outbound to get the remote linksys account setup because it can't use DHCP to hook up to their web server. ... "
Design
4like, good
+100%
" ... Looks like a very well designed piece of equipment. ... "
" ... Looks nice also. ... "
" ... Like the low profile style. ... "
For Running
3seems, good, everything, day
+67%
-33%
" ... After getting everything configured and running, it seems to work well and do everything I want it to do. ... "
" ... when it was running. ... "
Packing
3+67%
-33%
" ... The packaging was great. ... "
" ... The Amazon packaging was solid. ... "
Product As Described
3advertised
+100%
" ... It is as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
Fit
3far
+67%
-33%
" ... Low profile, durable, fits nicely on my desk . ... "
" ... This bad boy is working really well I'm very happy so far I saw some negative reviews so I'm going to hold off on my total review until I've had it for about 6 months but so far I am very pleased ... "
Comfort
3+33%
-67%
" ... That is a head scratcher. ... "
" ... Of course this was a thorough pain and took some time to figure out what the heck was wrong. ... "
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Specifications
Connectivity
WiFi: Yes
Display
Resolution: 4K
Performance
Processor Type: Dual Core