Asus RT-AC87U

It's not the fastest, but the Asus RT-AC87U 802.11 ac router delivers good performance and unique features the competition lacks.

-- As reviewed by Tom's Guide
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Product details

  • Ultra fast 802.11AC Wi Fi router with a combined Dual Band data rate of 2334 Mbps for smooth up to 4K/UHD video playback, ultra fast file sharing of large files and low latency online gaming
  • 4x4 MU MIMO antenna design with AiRadar universal beamforming for unrivaled multi device performance and wireless signal coverage
  • Built in USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 Ports for up to 10 times faster data transfers to USB storage devices 2, printer sharing, and 3G/4G dongle support
  • Aiprotection with trend Micro with triple strength total network security, Plus robust parental controls and privacy protection
  • ASUS a I cloud 2.0 lets you access, Sync, share and stream your files anywhere, on any internet connected device; Usb 3.0 port for 10X-faster data transfers than USB 2.0; also includes one USB 2.0 port

PROS

+ 4 X 4 design with replaceable antennas
+ High-speed wired ports
+ Built-in virus scanner
+ Supports 4G modems
+ Dual-CPU design
+ Reasonable performance and range

CONS

- Expensive
- Insecure out of the box

Expert reviews and ratings

By Tom's Guide on October 28, 2014
It's not the fastest, but the Asus RT-AC87U 802.11 ac router delivers good performance and unique features the competition lacks.
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By TechAdvisor on August 09, 2016
The Asus RT-AC87U combines smart design with a simple to use but featured-packed interface. Performance impresses, especially over 5GHz and also at distance. From our tests the MU-MIMO feature currently only offers a small speed increase but as a package, for the money, this router is an excellent buy.
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