Customer Reviews for Netgear Nighthawk 802.11be 12000Mbps Tri-Band MU-MIMO WiFi 7 Gaming Router, Black (RS500-100NAS)
Netgear Nighthawk 802.11be 12000Mbps Tri-Band MU-MIMO WiFi 7 Gaming Router, Black (RS500-100NAS) is Out of stock
Item # : 24670187
Model # : RS500-100NAS
- Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) wireless standard with a data transfer rate of up to 12,000 Mbps
- Operates on tri-band wireless frequencies: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz
Price is $399.99
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693 reviews
Most helpful positive review
Posted Apr 5, 2026
On the go mom
This is the best router on the market. Easy to install, connect, and stay connected—it's absolutely worth it!
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Most helpful critical review
Posted Apr 4, 2026
Please read!!
Investigate before purchasing! I thought I did a good job before purchasing, but nothing automatically connected. I had to re-install our printer, all TV's, security cameras, etc. Still can't connect to one of my cameras. Solar panels haven't reported since install of new router. Apparently I have to have ethernet extenders now. I thought this would give me better...
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RUDOLPH
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Posted Apr 10, 2026
Netgear Router
Poor wireless results ina small house. Nita’s good as my old netgear router.
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Pepere66
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Posted Apr 9, 2026
Forced to upgrade
My old netgear router was working well until netgear alerted me that support was ending. I felt i had no choice but to purchsse the new router.
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Dee
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Posted Apr 5, 2026
On the go mom
This is the best router on the market. Easy to install, connect, and stay connected—it's absolutely worth it!
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Daniil D
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Posted Apr 5, 2026
Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi
I’ve been using this router for a while now, and the performance has been excellent. The setup was quick and straightforward, and the connection has been very stable across all my devices. Speeds are noticeably faster compared to my previous router, especially with multiple devices connected at the same time. Coverage is strong throughout the house with no dead zones. O...
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DougX57
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Posted Apr 5, 2026
Great Buy
was easy to set up and is much faster that the NetGear I replaced
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Mbha
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Posted Apr 4, 2026
Please read!!
Investigate before purchasing! I thought I did a good job before purchasing, but nothing automatically connected. I had to re-install our printer, all TV's, security cameras, etc. Still can't connect to one of my cameras. Solar panels haven't reported since install of new router. Apparently I have to have ethernet extenders now. I thought this would give me better...
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Rude
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Posted Apr 3, 2026
Ok, but WiFi range is limited
Router is ok. WiFi range is shorter than I expected. NightHawk signal strength meter indicates OK or less (<-75dBm) unless it's literally right next to the router.
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NotThrilled
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Posted Apr 2, 2026
Not Quite made in America
Ridiculously over priced for an object they have planned for obsolescence. The last one was 1/5th the price and the support stopped after 4 years
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John 8 degree
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Posted Apr 1, 2026
I like unit but wish it was had more backward compatibility
The bad news neither of my Nest cameras worked. I would wish backward compatibility. I had to buy new cameras.
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Jodi Gower
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Posted Apr 1, 2026
Customer Service Excells
Can’t thank the patience of the customer service team helping me with the setup!
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Jack
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Posted Apr 1, 2026
Far better connection and Support
I have several outdoor cameras that drove me to buy routers of same manufacturers thinking they would be great. But when I went to a new 7 level the router was awful. Purchased the Netgear Nighthawk because we use a mobile Netgear that works great. Connected it and had it working but with a few hiccups, made a call to support section and was treated well and was given...
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Julie Weldele
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Posted Apr 1, 2026
Nighthawk Router
My router was stolen off of my doorstep. I am a senior citizen. Do you have a discount program?
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NE PAtriot
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Posted Apr 1, 2026
Internet keeps cutting off
Ever since I bought this new one, the internet has been cutting on and off every minute or two and I cannot handle this stupid device anymore. I don't know if they give me a used or broken one, but I am returning this one.
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TDB$
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Posted Mar 31, 2026
Unstable WiFi Connections - Very Overpriced
Random drops and random band selections. My previous Netgear router performed more reliably. Skipped the horrible installation software and used the standard IP Gateway for setting everything up. That has improved but not by much. Netgear is just outdated and way overpriced.
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Posted Mar 31, 2026
Fast and easy
The new router was easy to set up with the app. It is also very fast. My upload and download speed doubled.
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MSeaux
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Posted Mar 31, 2026
It’s OK, not as good as I thought it was going to be
I upgraded our last Nighthawk router with this one as it’s supposed to cover more square footage.
I got one that should cover at least 2000 ft.², and my house is only 1600 ft.². I still have issues with low signal strength towards the back of my house. That also could be where the router is located however, that is the only place that I can put it as it’s connected to ...
I got one that should cover at least 2000 ft.², and my house is only 1600 ft.². I still have issues with low signal strength towards the back of my house. That also could be where the router is located however, that is the only place that I can put it as it’s connected to ...
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M.L.
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Posted Mar 30, 2026
Recently Purchased RS500
The RS500 has been a great upgrade from my RAX80. Setup was simple, the app made everything easy, and the Wi‑Fi has been fast and steady everywhere in the house. Streaming and gaming feel smoother, and even with a bunch of devices connected, it never slows down or drops out. It also appears to have negotiated a better Internet connection or processes the connection bet...
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Bacorns
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Posted Mar 28, 2026
Excellent Service
So far, my internet has not gone off! I'm happy!!
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Ajelkins
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Posted Mar 28, 2026
Ok
While the Nighthawk is working as it should. I believe it’s not any faster than the last Netgear WiFi system we had. Also I do not like the fact that you have to pay extra for services like parental controls and upgrades in privacy that elsewhere I can get free. I think next time I will have to shop other places to upgrade my home WiFi network
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Wade987654321
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Posted Mar 27, 2026
Only had for 2 weeks
Has worked well except one day just quit. Had to reboot to get back working after only being installed for a week.
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