ASUS
RT-AX1800S
A solid mid-range pick in the wi-fi routers line-up, with Wi-Fi 6 up front.
58/100
Wi-Fi 6dual-band
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Why we rate it
- Mesh capable
- VPN client
- Quality of Service
- Below-average wan ports
Score profile
Scored against the wi-fi routers classWhere the RT-AX1800S wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6
Bandsdual-band
MU-MIMO streamsMultiple
Ethernet and ports
LAN ports4
WAN ports1
Max port speed1
Coverage
Mesh capableYes
Features
VPN clientYes
Quality of ServiceYes
Parental controlsYes
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowRT-AX1800S vs eero eero Max 7
RT-AX1800Seero Max 7
| ASUSRT-AX1800SThis page | eeroeero Max 7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 58 /100 | 59 /100Better |
| WIFI standard | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bands | dual-band | — |
| Max port speed gbps | 1 | 10Better |
| Coverage m2 | — | 232 |
Who it's for
Is the RT-AX1800S right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable wi-fi router for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need the widest coverage and fastest speeds, in which case a higher-tier wi-fi router is the better call.
Large-home power user
Many devices, big floorplan, wants no dead spots.
good
Typical household
Streaming, calls and browsing across a few rooms.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable upgrade for less.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the RT-AX1800S worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 58/100 against other wi-fi routers, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 53.
What stands out on the RT-AX1800S?
Its mesh capable stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the NETGEAR Orbi WiFi 6 Mesh System (RBK863SB)?
The NETGEAR Orbi WiFi 6 Mesh System (RBK863SB) scores 59/100 versus this one at 58/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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NETGEAR Orbi WiFi 6 Mesh System (RBK863SB)
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