Experts prefer Google Nest WiFi over Asus RT-AC86U
On 4 Mar 2024 (25 days ago) we went through 75 Router expert endorsements .
Currently, Google Nest WiFi received 3 endorsements from Business Insider (18 Apr 2022), TechRadar (23 May 2023) and Laptop Mag (12 Apr 2022). Meanwhile, Asus RT-AC86U did not receive any endorsements this month.
Rank | Change | Price | Router | PCMag | Lifewire | Wirecutter | How To Geek | T3 | Business Insider | TechRadar | Laptop Mag | Tom's Guide | Digital Trends |
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3 | -2 | $52 | Google Nest WiFi The Google Nest WiFi router is a reliable and efficient solution for families of four who frequently use multiple devices simultaneously and want fast and reliable internet speeds, with parental controls, QoS capabilities, and easy setup and management using the Google Home app. | - | - | - | - | - | 5 | 4 | 2 | - | - |
N/A | N/A | $240 | Asus RT-AC86U The Asus RT-AC86U router is a high-performance device with excellent speed and range, advanced features, and easy setup, making it an ideal choice for streaming, gaming, and other bandwidth-intensive applications. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 18 Apr 2022 Business Insider ranked Google Nest WiFi as #5
Rank Router Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 5 Google Nest WiFi Best budget meshSource: www.businessinsider.com - On 23 May 2023 TechRadar ranked Google Nest WiFi as #4
Rank Router Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 10 Google Nest WiFi The best mesh router if you want something affordable... ... ... Source: www.techradar.com - On 12 Apr 2022 Laptop Mag ranked Google Nest WiFi as #2
Rank Router Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 9 Google Nest WiFi Best mesh Wi-Fi router system for most people... ... ... Source: www.laptopmag.com
Customers like Asus RT-AC86U somewhat more
At ReviewFinder we prefer to focus on professional product reviews, because customer reviews can be disproportionately affected by unrelated factors such as delivery, specific seller listing problems, and, of course, fake reviews. With that said, below is the summary of consumer sentiment.
Google Nest WiFi
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.
Asus RT-AC86U, the pricier option, tends to get more favorable reviews than Google Nest WiFi.
As can be seen in the chart above, median best-selling router receives a consumer score of 7.8 (good). Both Asus RT-AC86U and Google Nest WiFi receive customer reviews that average out above that median threshold.
Asus RT-AC86U |
In comparison:
8.7 Great
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Google Nest WiFi |
In comparison:
8.4 Great
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Median best-selling Router |
Google Nest WiFi is more popular than Asus RT-AC86U
It's fairly safe to say that Google Nest WiFi is a more popular router than Asus RT-AC86U, based on its 10,000+ reviews. Popularity is determined based on product sales. Note that older and cheaper products tend to sell more.
To consider
Table: Top compared alternatives for Asus RT-AC86U and Google Nest WiFi | |||||
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Google WiFi | $55 |
In comparison:
9.6 Amazing
| No expert recommendations | Better Reviews | |
Netgear Nighthawk RAXE500 | $491 |
In comparison:
Netgear Nighthawk RAXE500 ranks #59 out of 158. Very high levels of customer satisfaction. Go to rankings 8.3 Great
| 3 expert recommendations | ||
Linksys EA6350 | $35 | No expert recommendations | Cheaper | ||
Asus ZenWiFi AX XT8 | $289 | 2 expert recommendations |
Rank | Change | Price | Router | PCMag | Lifewire | Wirecutter | How To Geek | T3 | Business Insider | TechRadar | Laptop Mag | Tom's Guide | Digital Trends |
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1 | +7 | $85 | TP-Link Archer AX50 The TP-Link Archer AX50 router is a highly recommended Wi-Fi 6 router that offers fast and reliable speeds, supports over 40 connected devices, and has advanced features such as parental controls and antivirus protection. | - | 2 | - | - | - | 2 | - | 3 | - | - |
2 | - | $319 | Netgear Nighthawk RAXE300 The Netgear Nighthawk RAXE300 router is a high-speed and powerful device that supports the latest Wi-Fi 6 standard, offers excellent range performance, and advanced security features, making it an ideal choice for households with heavy internet usage and multiple devices. | -
| - | - | - | - | - | 3 | - | - | 1 |
3 | -2 | $52 | Google Nest WiFi The Google Nest WiFi router is a reliable and efficient solution for families of four who frequently use multiple devices simultaneously and want fast and reliable internet speeds, with parental controls, QoS capabilities, and easy setup and management using the Google Home app. | - | - | - | - | - | 5 | 4 | 2 | - | - |
4 | +6 | $300 | Asus RT-AX86U The Asus RT-AX86U router is a high-performance router that supports the latest Wi-Fi 6 standard, providing faster, more efficient, and more stable connection speeds than previous Wi-Fi standards, making it an excellent choice for both basic and advanced users. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 4 | 1 | - |
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Expert reviews [17]
- with a score: 9
- without a score: 8
Highest score by TechRadar | 100 |
Average score based on 17 reviews | 86 |
Lowest score by Gadget Review | 73 |
Score distribution:
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0-20 |
Expert reviews [39]
- with a score: 13
- without a score: 26
Highest score by Tom's Guide | 90 |
Average score based on 39 reviews | 78 |
Lowest score by WIRED | 60 |
Score distribution:
80-100 | |
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0-20 |
- Connector Type : USB.Antenna: External detachable antenna x 3. Internal antenna x 1..Memory : 256 MB Flash, 512 MB RAM
- Dual-band (2.4 plus 5 GHz) AC2900 wireless router with the latest 802. 11AC MU-MIMO technology for data transfer speeds up to 2900 Mbps
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- This product includes 2 router units..Battery Cell Composition: Lithium Ion
- Nest Wifi is a scalable and flexible Wi-Fi system. These Nest Wifi devices work together to blanket your whole home in fast, reliable Wi-Fi and eliminate buffering in every room – with coverage up to 4400 square feet.[1]
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Asus RT-AC86U is a very popular and one of the more expensive options. It's in the top 3 bestselling routers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AX6000 or Asus CM-32 .
Asus RT-AC86U is $89.99 more expensive than an average router ($150).
Google Nest WiFi is a very popular option at the bottom of the price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling routers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Linksys EA6350 or Linksys AC1600 EA6400 .
Google Nest WiFi is $114 cheaper than the average router ($150).