TP-Link AC3200 Wireless Wi-Fi Tri-Band Gigabit Router (Archer C3200)

I've had this up and running for over a month and a half now and it has been nothing but reliable. It has a strong signal and great range. I had purchased the Linksys WRT1900ACS prior to this and that thing was a disaster, the firmware was terrible and the networks would drop out multiple times a day. I looked for a while to find a replacement for it and came upon this router. I really liked the web interface for the Linksys, especially being able to custom name the devices attached to your network. I emailed TP-Link support and asked if this router had that feature, they emailed back the same day and the response was...no, this router does not have that option. That email was sent before I purchased this router. Tech support even emailed me back a few days later and asked if I had anymore questions and gave me numerous ways to contact them if I did (I really liked the thought and speed of the customer support).Despite not having the naming feature, this router had everything else I wanted so I decided to purchase it. Setup was a breeze and it has been up and running ever since. I usually have at least 12 devices on my network at all time (iPhones, Androids, iPads, Xboxes new and old, Playstations, laptops, desktops, etc..) I have them spread out on the 2 5Ghz channels and the 1 2.4Ghz channel and everything seems to work well. For those that care, I have the Xbox One on a 5Ghz channel and it has open NAT without me having to tweak anything. The web interface is nice and very well organized and the mobile app is pleasing as well.I pay for 60mbps downstream and 5mbps upstream and with the speedtest.net app or website I always get those speeds if not more regardless of the band or the device being tested on (sometimes it is a little under, but not much). I also have an external hard drive hooked up via the USB 3.0 slot on the router and it does a pretty good job reading and writing. I have not done speed tests on it, but I do know it is a little bit slower than the Linksys was. In the end I returned the pile of a router that was the Linksys WRT1900ACS and could not be happier with my decision of replacing it with this TP-Link AC3200. Thanks for reading.

I've owned several TP-Link products this being one of the more anticipated products out there for me. Last year this was quite the new pricey router with very promising specifications. I grabbed it when it went on sale. Two day shipping was delayed because of Thanksgiving week (was expecting it Friday). Amazon delivered and got it to me on that Sunday.Overall, decided to go with this as the two TP-Link Archer C9s (V1) I had were about done (routers typically last 4 to 5 years under constant use). I've tried this router at a cousin's home who purchased a TP-Link router based on my recommendation. I purchased aTP-Link AC2300 for a friend's home (both my cousin and my friend have high-speed Comcast Internet). And my grandparents farm with DSL have the TP-Link N450 (TL-WR940N). All work without hiccup and needless to say I prefer their products (I've tried several companies and have had terrible experiences -except with TP-Link). I mean dropping WIFI, poor range and a total lack of features. This router sits as the most powerful and anything higher in performance costs $180 plus.So you can imagine my surprise when this was DOA. It happens. What's frustrating is all signals indicating it was working with the exception of the little globe light (i.e. meaning Internet connectivity). Different Ethernet cables. Several reboots and power on and offs. Nothing, I tried all the firmware available on TP-Link's website and all logical configurations that would work with our network:V1_170707 (newest)V1_160704V1_160202 (oldest version available)This router specifically as a V1.1 came with the V1_170707 firmware. Defaulting back to it, also did nothing.So I've had to once again ask of Amazon to do the task of shipping me stuff on Thanksgiving week.Kiddos have finals and exams. Will update once the replacement is here. Sigh.Update (11/21/17):Upgrade from 4 stars to 5 stars. Second one came in and works fantastically. And actually, the first one is fine too! I had to call my Internet provider and it was a problem on their end. Now, I have two ultra powerful routers replacing the Archer C9 V1s. This is excessive for 3,000sqft but a welcome upgrade. Didn't think the issue was my network having to be reset. Both run the latest firmware (V1_170707) without pause. Highly recommended.