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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 900 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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91%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers praise the Nighthawk AX4200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router for its ease of use, impressive range, and strong performance, frequently citing positive experiences with setup and the user-friendly app. Many also highlight the improved signal strength and expanded coverage it provides. While some users experienced occasional connectivity issues, the overwhelmingly positive feedback points to a generally well-received product.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    RPV43 wifi6 router

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    i thought when i bought it ti go with my starlink it was great i got fir more speed and better coverge i git the speed and coverge but next thin gbi know my network some how got comprmised and hacked not sure how bit the router had changed completly from the ip to the waynit functions the armour security said nothing nor did it detect any thing my isp starlink didint even know how i was geting internet with the IP adrees it was giving and the sunnet and the dns its been confuseing but as long as that dont happen to u i defintly recomnd this router its fast throughs good signal but need security improvements so 4 stars

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Range, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Couldn't be happier! Reasonably priced comes with a intuitive app and is able to handle 400+ MBPS without breaking a sweat! Range is large enough for my 800 sqft apartment and can even be accessed from the moment I park. Have a hardwire to my gaming pc and let's just say I've been winning in fortnite matches alot more since getting it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Wi-Fi at the speed of life

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Recommended by a Geek Squad member so I bought it because it was a good deal but Holy Moses!! After it was installed, all my devices at home started working at the speeds they were designed to operate! Love this router!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance, Range, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best bang for buck router

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have always been a fan of Net-gear products and this router is no exception. It’s more than I originally wanted to spend on a router but the value is beyond worth it. My internet is faster and reaches further than ever before. There is an app that makes everything easy to install and keeps track of security and health of the router as well. It has surpassed all of my expectations and then some. I game, stream, work from home, do schoolwork, and have several hobbies that require a good connection and this has delivered on all of them. 10/10

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed
    Cons mentioned:
    Lag

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I love this router

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This has been the fastest router I’ve ever set up. My favorite feature is that you can assign a single name and password for all of your network streams, so you don’t have to worry about which one your signed onto to communicate with other devices using your router (eg, printers or stream boxes). I’m running 6 computers, an innumerable amount of mobile devices, smart plugs and bulbs, speakers, and other peripherals on this bad boy and there is 0 lag ever. Gaming online and streaming is a breeze. No complaints here.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Performance, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Netgear Nighthawk AX4200 dual band Wi-Fi Router

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    As the spec and item described this a great upper high end Router. Consider your Wifi service speed, your device[s] speed capability, and who your service provider is this Router is amazingly fast. For 2 or 3 bedroom Apartments that what I have or condos, townhouses, or small homes this wifi router can reach and cover it no problem. I have about anywhere from 1-8 devices at any given time and I have no lags or any problems. I have a 250mbps internet service and a upper midrange gaming PC built and I am able to stream or download games and files very quick. The Nighthawk App is simple to use and easy. i love being able to add new devices off the app on the fly and I'm able to see all the devices connected to the router. Also having Netgear security give you alerts and updates is a plus.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Performance, Range

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great router

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent router. Super fast, I'm pinging at 3ms no problems. The range is great with no loss in other rooms. Easy set up and had it for over a year NO PROBLEMS!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Performance, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fast, reliable, easy to use

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this to replace another 802.11ax that was too complicated. This Netgear is easy to setup, easy to use, and very reliable. Netgear tech support helped me quickly understand why my older DELL laptop wouldn’t connect, since the WiFi driver won’t recognize WiFi 6. They quickly walked me through disabling the WiFi 6 setting and voila, my antique Dell saw my network. A newer laptop recognized the WiFi 6 right away. Highly recommend this unit I just pulled 440Mbps from Comcast, I pay for 400!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed
    Cons mentioned:
    Lag

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Router

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We have multiple Xbox ,PlayStation, and PC gamers in our home. Not to mention phones and streaming tv. We increased our internet speed to Gig but the previous router was always lagging and I would have to restart it almost everyday.The Nighthawk AX5 is awesome no more lagging or getting kicked. It can handle multiple devices and the app feature is great. It lets me see what devices are connected, handle security and parental controls, along with speed tests right in the palm of my hand

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed
    Cons mentioned:
    Connection

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Hero Without A Cape!

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This router saved me from the headaches I was having with my old router. I was having so many issues with speed and conectivity and finally decided to upgrade. After buying this new router everything just runs so much smother and the setup was so easy and fast. Best router I have owned so far.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Netgear Nighthawk AX-4200 Router

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchased this when I upgraded my older gear which included a Xfinity approved Netgear Nighthawk Voice Cable Modem CM2050-100NAS. I'm getting over 900mbs over a 100' cat 5e cable using that modem and this Netgear Nighthawk AX4200 Router. Very happy with the setup - using the required Netgear app - and with the performance. This router has two bands that the app allows you to let it determine which band to use with which device - works very well. Also allows up to 25 devices on at the same time - if you need more than that then look at Netgear's routers that allow more.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Performance, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Made a difference

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to set up, solved the issue I had with too many devices, more than capable of delivering the speed promised me by my Internet provider

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Signal strength, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nighthawk Router

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very easy to install, nice signal strength, covers our entire house. The speed is enough for streaming movies. It does come with its own security software which is free for the fist 30 days, but costs about $70year after that. I highly recommend. My router has been hacked before. I am hoping this software prevent that.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great equipment, easy to use and very reliable!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I needed to extend my home network and replaced and old NetGear with this equipment. What a difference in coverage and speed, super impressed with how easy this was to hook up and get working. Will buy this project again!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Signal strength, Speed

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good Hardware, Minor Softw Issues, Bad Support

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Hardware is good. Good signal, good speed. Issues with software. Certain app setup makes some browser features inaccessible. Same occurs if settings some features in browser it makes some inaccessible in the app. I can work around that. Most setup is pretty easy either route. Have to pick a route for setting up more advanced features and you're stuck with that route until they make some updates. Definitely more functionality through browser. Netgear support hasn't been any help. I've outlined the issues and gone into further detail and added multiple screenshots. Over several days, I've been provided instructions on how to use the functionality that is inaccessible, request for proof of purchase and request to update the router. Sent details and web dev screenshots hoping it will make it to their developers to correct.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Netgear Support
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      Hi JGoing,

      Thank you for your feedback on your Nighthawk router and Nighthawk app. We are sorry to hear that you have had issues with the features in the Nighthawk app. May we request that you contact us at netgearteam@netgear.com with further details of the issue or a screenshot. We will be happy to help you.

      Thank you,
      NETGEAR Team

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Range, Speed

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good price for the functionality

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was a replacement for a three year old netgear router that developed intermittent connection problems. I decided to give this one a try and liked how easily I was able to set this router. I also like the additional range and speed this one provided.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Range, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great speeds and easy setup

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    A great device. Way faster than my old net gear and setup was super quick. I can now stream anywhere inside my house with very little speed drop off. Amazing highly recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Happy with the purchase

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Like the technology. Seems faster with multiple users. Fairly easy to set up. A lot of options for extra services with the dashboard. But can’t get the dashboard to connect with the router and cannot make changes. But the program is still running in the background. The antennas are flimsy and one has already gone limp. But don’t know how important they are. Went with a lower model with the A6 technology and works well with 8+ users. Don’t think I would have needed the next model up at a higher price. Happy with the purchase. Will see how long it lasts

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Game Changer

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had been using the router provided when my CenturyLink Internet was installed. I’ve had to call out tech-support multiple times I’m constantly doing speed tests, and then one of my neighbors recommended this net gear router. I ordered it for pick up right away at Best Buy it was ready first thing that day. I installed it which was super Duper easy even for a person who is not extremely tech oriented and my Internet experience at home immediately improved! My Internet is faster, more reliable, and my signal is great throughout my house and my yard! I am so happy I bought this r

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome Router! I love it!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The NETGEAR Nighthawk AX4200 is a top-of-the-line router that delivers lightning-fast speeds and stable connections. The dual-band Wi-Fi feature allows for smooth streaming and gaming, while the advanced QoS prioritizes bandwidth for specific devices. The sleek design and easy setup make it a great addition to any home network. Overall, the Nighthawk AX4200 is a reliable and powerful router that is sure to enhance your online experience.

    I would recommend this to a friend