ZenWiFi BD5 Dual-Band WiFi 7 Mesh, 5000 Mbps, 6800 sq.ft (Pack of 3), Dual 2.5G Ports, Security and Parental Control Included, Smart Home Master SSIDs

I am giving this mesh router setup five stars because the interface is great for power users, the setup is very simple, and Asus generally makes good home network gear. This device has been far more stable than what I've seen from the reviews - maybe a new revision, or the firmware bugs are fixed? For what it's worth, my setup has all APs and the router connected over the wired backhaul. This is the best way to connect them - otherwise, you are likely to get far lower throughput. HUUGE PLUS: You DON'T need an app, and an app is never required to set up these access points and router! It's suggested, but there is no need at all. The web configurator does it all. On the latest firmware as of today, I haven't had any issues really, apart from needing to set the default gateway on DHCP. The reason for this is because I had some 6ghz-only access points set up, but they kept taking over because it wasn't set. I can saturate my 2 gigabit/s internet connection over Ethernet, and over WiFi I get about 1050 to 1300mbps within about 20ft on the access points over 5ghz on a 2x2 client (S25 Ultra). So, yes, it works fine. I did buy it during the sale for a returned unit that wasn't used for half the price, so for THAT price, it is a fantastic deal. When on sale for $250 or less, it's also quite decent. The included picture is for the speed over Ethernet - the device is capable of NAT (network address translation) at the speed of a 2gb Fiber connection at the least. No one seems to ever include this in reviews...

Pésima experiencia con Asus ZenWiFi BD5. Velocidades WiFi muy bajas (peor que versiones anteriores), inestabilidad, problemas con mesh y puertos. Decepcionante tras años con Asus.

Terrible product overall. These were easy to setup and the WiFi coverage was sufficient but that is where my positive experience stopped. Speed was extremely variable compared to my aging Orbi system that I was trying to replace. After a reboot speed was great, then after 10-15 minutes it would slow tremendously. Nodes were constantly disconnecting/going offline. The whole system needed to be rebooted 3-4 times a day to remain usable. I’m very disappointed in the functionality and performance of Asus mesh networks after trying both this system and a higher end version. Not to mention the ongoing compatability issues with many of my products. I returned the system and for now I’m sticking with my much older Orbi system as it has bullet proof reliability, good speed, and zero compatibility issues. Hopefully asus can work out their issues in future versions since on paper this product should have been awesome.

I bought the ASUS ZenWiFi BD5 (WiFi 7, 3-pack) hoping for seamless coverage in my 2400 sq ft home. On paper, the specs looked amazing: dual 2.5G ports, high speeds, and WiFi 7. In reality, the experience was frustrating. Even with a wired backhaul, I ran into major connectivity issues. One of the nodes would completely disrupt browsing and texting when clients connected to it, forcing me to unplug it just to regain basic network functionality. The “AI Mesh” seems overly aggressive — it kept moving devices to nodes with weaker signals or otherwise breaking the connection. While the hardware is sleek and the WiFi speeds can be impressive, the mesh management and stability fall short, especially for anyone who wants a “set and forget” network. If you rely on your network for work, streaming, or smart home devices, this system may cause more headaches than it solves. In short: great specs, poor reliability. For me, sticking with a wired-backhaul setup using enterprise-style APs (like Ubiquiti UniFi) would have been far more stable. Pros: Fast WiFi 7 speeds (when it works) 2.5G ports per node Stylish design Cons: AI Mesh often breaks connectivity even on wired backhaul Devices can get kicked to weaker nodes Unreliable for critical devices or messaging apps Firmware/mesh logic feels unfinished Overall, I regret the purchase and caution anyone needing a reliable home network.

bought it used from reseller. works great! looks mint and imesh works like it should