Netgear Nighthawk RS200
Wifi Routers

Nighthawk RS200

Netgear

Released Oct 31, 2024 · Analysis updated Feb 9, 2026

Well-performing dual-band WiFi 7 router with easy setup and multi-gigabit ports. The Netgear Nighthawk RS200 scores 78/100 based on 5 expert reviews in the wifi routers category. Coverage includes reviews from Expertreviews, Digitailing, Highspeedinternet, and Inkl.

Critic Score

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78

based on 5 expert reviews

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Pros

  • Easy setup with nighthawk app(2)
  • Good performance for dual-band devices(2)

Cons

  • Limited parental controls(3)
  • Expensive for a dual-band router(2)
  • No 6.0ghz band(2)

5 Expert Reviews

82
Feb 11, 2025

The Nighthawk RS200 is a surprisingly nippy little router that should give you a better wireless experience than competing mid-market Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 routers, for a lower price.

82
Nov 24, 2024

The Netgear Nighthawk RS200 offers excellent WiFi 7 performance and features at a competitive price point, making it a strong upgrade option for users with older routers.

78
Jan 14, 2026

The Nighthawk RS200 tested with great 5 GHz speeds, even at 120 feet.

75

Netgear's latest Wi-Fi 7 router is competitively priced – but makes compromises to get there

72

With dual-band Wi-Fi 7 and a top speed of 6.5Gbps, the Nighthawk RS200 does offer a fast and reliable upgrade for owners of older dual-band routers.