ZenWiFi BT8 Tri-Band WiFi 7 Mesh, 14 Gbps, 3000 sq.ft. (1pk), Dual 2.5G Ports, Security and Parental Controls Included, Smart Home Master SSIDs, 4G & 5G Mobile Tethering

Used to run asus routers, loved them then jumped to another brand for mesh as asus's offerings weren't strong yet. That router went end of life so back to alot of researching. My gripe with how the router market has developed is that they have either dumbed down all the admin features so you don't have many choices (or only make available in their business models for another $1,000), or make you pay subscription for basic firewall capability, or are made by a Chinese company where you may get some features you don't want (backdoors). Well, after researching Asus's offerings for mesh have matured a lot, and their philosophy to let you admin stuff the way you want hasn't (good thing) while not charging you for firewall and security protection built in. Yeah, it may be a more expensive product than others but do the match on that subscription or having to buy a firewall to put in front of it and its a deal. Anyhow, setup was super smooth. Performance is delightful. Speed is super fast and very stable. Note, I have two levels, basement, storage, and 2 foot thick brick walls that my last mesh router hlcould barely give me a signal through (getting 200 maps in my "bad spots now). The freedom only admin controls also means I can create segments, manually prioritize, create white lists, and not only have an iot network but choose which satellite and band they connect to (others force this and created so many headaches and security issues). I stretched my budget on this but given i rely on this and generally keep my routers until end of life, this wifi 7 router is pretty cheap after I do the math per year compared to competing models with a cheaper up front cost but more expensive size in long run that limit function. Anyhow, super happy. Happy to be back at Asus.

I've had these routers for about two weeks and they're now running fine. I noticed some poor reviews and feel those customers suggered from the sale of earlier models that didn't have the bugs worked out. As others mention, initial setup takes some time but worked out fine. Just be careful to follow the included written guide exactly. I think Asus has tried to address the initial complaints and has released several updates to the product firmware. I've seen two updated firmwares downloaded aince purchase. All in all wifi is strong and fast throughout my home. No random disconnects or draggy speed. The Asus app is required for initial setup but otherwise limited in functionality. A computer and web interface is needed to delve into the more complex aspects of router configuration.

ASUS ZenWiFi – A Seamless Upgrade for Better Coverage and Speed!!! After experiencing persistent dead zones throughout my home with a single router, I decided to upgrade to the ASUS ZenWiFi system. With a growing number of smart devices, my previous setup simply couldn’t keep up. From the moment I installed this system, the difference was clear.... Effortless Setup The installation process was simple and intuitive. I powered on both units in the same room, connected the main unit to my AT&T fiber modem, and completed the setup through the mobile app. Within minutes, everything was fully operational—no technical headaches. Strong Signal, Sleek Design Despite my home being a modest 1,500 sq ft, I now have strong, reliable WiFi in every room. The system’s sleek, compact design fits discreetly into any space without being intrusive. Fast and Stable Performance Speeds consistently range from 800 to 900 Mbps, depending on the room. More importantly, the connection is stable—I no longer deal with frustrating resets or dropouts. Subtle, Yet Significant Impact This upgrade quietly transformed my daily experience with WiFi. There’s no fanfare—just consistent performance, broad coverage, and a smoother online experience across all our devices.

Update as of 9/24/25. I lost my cell phone and had to download the Asus app again. Could not remember my password, and the only option is to factory reset my password. That's just not acceptable, why use an app at all? Updating this review on 9/21/2025. After using the router for 2 months, this router does not work for me. I have taken the time to update drivers on my laptop and I have a brand-new Android S24. The internet connection is still sketchy with some apps timing out because connection is slow or stops. TV's frequently are unable to connect with Netflix. I have also not been able to get my Arlo Door-cam to connect to the router. ITs an expensive router, and not very good. I am going back to Netgear products. They have always been bulletproof. I have a ~1800 square foot ranch house. Everything is on one level. The house has a basement, and I mounted A Netgear R6400 router just about dead center of the house, it was mounted to the floor joists. This setup worked very well. Solid signal throughout the house and even out on the patio in the backyard. I finished the basement and had to move the netgear router maybe 2 feet off center, but those 2 feet caused it to sit on the wrong side of a wood beam and my signal out on the patio tanked. I bought this Asus ZenWifi BT8 figuring it might perform better than the old router which was 5+ years old. It does not. Not only does it not cover the space any better, but all of my device's experience glitches using the internet. Pages will just stall to load. The installation directions state clearly that you may need to update your device drivers to something that supports WIFI 7. I did not update the drivers, because I saw no benefit to the solution. So I am going back to the old router and adding a netgear extender to cover the patio. Even when the devices are not glitching out, the throughput is nothing better than I had with the netgear. My message here... Unless you are prepared to take a chance updating the device drivers to something that supports WIFI 7, this device is not worth the price. There was no performance gain experienced, and I have yet to be successful connecting my Ring Camera to the network since the move to Asus.

The ASUS BE14000 is an impressive WiFi 7 mesh system that brings high-speed, seamless connectivity at a great price. It’s perfect for smart homes, large families, and gamers. Setup is quick and easy using the ASUS router app—just plug in a node, scan the QR code, and follow the steps. No need for technical knowledge. Pros: -Great coverage up to 8,000 sq. ft. -MLO support for better speed and stability -Fast, app-based setup -Handles up to 200 devices -Great for gaming, streaming, and smart homes Cons: -No 10G port, which limits future-proofing slightly Overall, it may not have every premium feature, but for the price, it delivers fantastic performance, coverage, and ease of use. It’s a solid choice for most households.

I manage the network for 11 television stations and four radio stations. I have always thought of asus products to be good and reliable, But this is not worthy of their name by any means. Even support doesn’t understand it very well and we’re telling me to push buttons that were not in the software. The Wi-Fi has very little range and requires constant rebooting. After 12 support emails they quit responding to me for 12 days and Amazon was gracious enough to allow me to return it past the 30 day limit. Save your money buy something else.

everything works perfectly now. **Pros** -Looks great and blends into most home decoration -Has 4 ethernet ports with one 2.5G WAN and one 2.5G LAN -Super easy to install with the ASUS router app -The app automatically optimizes my network, and it does so quickly -No more dropped signals at all -Impressive range, I get Wi-Fi both indoors and outside in my yard -Easy to expand by adding more units—these have 4 ethernet ports and give a nice boost to speed -It seamlessly switches between routers and extenders as I move around **Cons** -None so far. I’m very happy with this purchase!

One of the Best Mesh Router Systems. This mesh router system is packed with features and offers excellent performance, all without requiring a subscription fee. When it’s working, it’s fast, reliable, and truly enhances your network experience. However, the software particularly with the BT8 was buggy until the firmware update released in June 2025. Even now, satellite nodes lose connection roughly once a month, forcing everything to fall back on the main unit. This impacts reliability in larger homes.