The original post: /r/homenetworking by /u/underthebridge1991 on 2025-01-22 02:49:15.

My ASUS ZenWiFi Pro XT12, the 2.4 GHz band, has been persistently failing for the past four to six months despite factory resets. I use 2.4 GHz separately from 5 GHz as my Google and other smart devices only work when is separated. I have four XT12 units, one as a router and three nodes with hardwired backhaul connections, using 2.5 and one 10 Gb switches.

Disappointed with ASUS, I purchased the ZenWiFi Pro XT12 in March 2023 and this issue has persisted since last summer.

Anyone with experience with Orbi and Deco? Or any other brand/model? I’m particularly interested in comparing their privacy policies. For example Eero is known for intrusive data collection practices. I want a very reliable router, customizable settings that provides a secure and stable network, and durable, something like Linksys Cisco devices in the past decade, not the new ones.

Considering, I have a +4,500 square foot house and current data usage averaging 2 TB to 3 TB per month.