We are a family of six, with computers, tablets, laptops, Apple TV and fire stick plus each with their own cellphones. Oh and did I forget to mention video games? Since I purchased this product the complains have stopped at home. No more pixel images or a constant loading icon on the screen while trying to watch a movie. No need to use our mobiles data. Nighthawk is what any big tech family needs. You won't regret investing. We had a previous netgear router (lasted over 10 years) but the family grew and so it did the need of WiFi usage. Just go for it and make your whole family happy.
Our building is approximately 4500 sq. ft. and has some unique challenges. It is actually two building on top of each other and also has lots of concrete. This usually obstructs signals. With the Nighthawk placed upstairs, I get great reception downstairs.
The setup is easy using the app. I also love the option of having guest WiFi. This router is perfect for our church needs.
Easy setup using App and I get wi-fi download/upload speed from 2nd floor closed to those of when I connect directly to Ethernet port from Modem. This could be because my new wi-fi PCIe network card that I have just upgraded can support internet speed of upto1733 Mbps. It covers area of 4,000 sqft with no issue. Love it.
I had it out of the box and running in no time. The NightHawk app is so easy to use. I don't have to reboot my router to get the speed back up...it just stays. My gaming has almost no lag now and the coverage area is unbelievable.
My Actiontec-MI424WR Gen2 Wi-Fi would "reset" if I have multiple devices streaming thus disconnecting every Wi-Fi device while the router recovers.This Nighthawk is able to handle my load without any hesitation.I also like the simple IPTV setting for which I can connect my old Actiontec-MI424WR Gen2 to one of the ports and it "bridges" the connection so I can still keep using my FiOS TV.Another plus is the OpenVPN capabilities.This router has everything I need!