Synology RT6600ax Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6 Router

The Synology RT6600ax is a tri-band Wi-Fi 6 router that offers multi-gig connectivity and strong parental-control and network-security software. It’s a solid performer but not a particularly good value.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
Synology RT6600ax Tri-Band Wi-Fi 1

Product details

  • Expanded 5.9 GHz spectrum support enables additional high-speed 80 and 160 MHz channels
  • 2.5GbE port enables support for the fastest ISPs and can optionally be configured as a LAN port
  • Create and define up to 5 separate networks to segregate and contain vulnerable devices
  • Parental controls, web filtering, traffic control, and threat prevention put you in control over your network
  • Comprehensive VPN server solution with remote desktop and site-to-site tunneling provides flexible and secure remote connectivity

PROS

+ Easy to install
+ Solid 2.4GHz throughput performance
+ Multi-gig WAN/LAN
+ Built-in parental-control and network-security software

CONS

- Pricey
- Middling file-transfer and signal-strength performance

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on June 04, 2022
The Synology RT6600ax is a tri-band Wi-Fi 6 router that offers multi-gig connectivity and strong parental-control and network-security software. It’s a solid performer but not a particularly good value.
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