Netgear Nighthawk RS500
Wifi Routers

Nighthawk RS500

Netgear

Released Jul 1, 2025 · Analysis updated Mar 16, 2026

WiFi 7 router with high device capacity, multi-gigabit ports, robust security, and wide coverage. The Netgear Nighthawk RS500 scores 80/100 based on 2 expert reviews in the wifi routers category. Coverage includes reviews from Futuregadgetstore and Highspeedinternet.

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80

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2 Expert Reviews

82
Independent publication07/2025

The NETGEAR Nighthawk RS500 Tri-Band WiFi 7 Router offers a compelling balance of cutting-edge WiFi 7 speeds, strong device handling, and user-friendly management at a price point lower than the more ...

78
Independent publication02/2026

The NETGEAR Nighthawk RS500 is a decent pick if you're not looking for a lot of free features.

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