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Alternatives to orbi?? (considering replacing already)
Currently have RBK853 (router and 2 satellites) failing woefully with all these horrible firmware updates and unfortunately I just don't have the time to be a member of the Netgear Beta testing t...
Wizec wrote:
I’m going to try an Amplifi Alien today. Crossing fingers.
recent review:
https://www.tweaktown.com/reviews/9905/amplifi-alien-wi-fi-6-router/index.html
edit:
Forgot to mention - it has a REALLY nice screen built in that actively shows various status information. Amplifi is a Ubiquiti brand, so it likely has great support (at least better than NG).
Returning the Alien today.
Range was absolutely abysmal. Also, do not buy from Amplifi direct. You have to pay for return shipping and 15% restocking fee.
Range was absolutely abysmal. Also, do not buy from Amplifi direct. You have to pay for return shipping and 15% restocking fee.
If you like the range/coverage of the Orbi, but hate the routing, why not put the Orbi as an AP behind a better router? That's how I'm currently running with my 750s using my Asus for routing. Plus you can downgrade to whatever you want if you want to avoid the hassle of going back to .10 to do it, and just use the router to block auto upgrades.
- I don’t like the Orbi at all. Wi-Fi drops too often.
I use it access point mode now behind a Uniquiti ER-X - I’ve got my orbi in ap mode and still having issues.
Sounds like it’s just as bad in each mode.
I’ve had to raise another support ticket and awaiting another call back… bet it doesn’t happen… again!Which firmware are you on now? I've had my Orbi locked in since v3 ever since one of the v3 firmwares was forced (which I didn't want) with my Asus blocking all updates.
If you are on v4, have you tried rolling back to v3 (instructions elsewhere on how to reinstate the "yes" button) then block re-forced updates with your router?
