RS500

Name: NETGEAR RS500
Brand: NETGEAR
Rating: 78 (1 reviews)

Released Feb 1, 2026 · Analysis updated Mar 16, 2026

Tri-band WiFi 7 router featuring a built-in VPN server, user-friendly setup, and file sharing capabilities with consistent high speeds. The NETGEAR RS500 scores 78/100 based on 1 expert review in the wifi routers category.

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1 Expert Review

Feb 24, 2026

The NETGEAR Nighthawk RS500 is a Wi-Fi 7 router that delivers good speeds but has a 2.5Gbps bottleneck and requires subscriptions for most premium features.