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D-Link DIR-BE3602 review

Wi-Fi 7 router priced at $250.

CHOICE Expert Rating

65%
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Pros

Pros

  •   You don't need an online account to set it up
  •   Handled multi-client streams without interruption
  •   Band-steering selected the fastest available band in our obstructed range test
Cons

Cons

  •   Firmware check was not automatic during setup; could not find a way to update firmware through the app
  •   Available parental controls are unintuitive and worked inconsistently
  •   After running setup as per app instructions, the router dropped to Wi-Fi 6 mode; the router remained in Wi-Fi 7 mode when setting it up via the Web interface

Type

Type
Wi-Fi 7
Tri-band router (6Ghz)
Maximum NBN download speed (Mbps)
2000

Recommended products

Recommended
Not recommended

Test results

CHOICE Expert rating
65%
Performance score
66%
Ease of use score
67%
Parental controls score
58%
Single client score
69%
Multi client score
68%
Obstructed range score
59%

Sustainability

Shop Ethical rating
NOT RATED
Annual power consumption (kWh(
65
Warranty (years)
1
Claimed firmware update period
3 years from end of sale
Country of origin
China

Related products

Availability
Tested model

Cost

Price
$250.00
Annual Running Cost
$25.89

Specifications

Antennas
External
Gigabit LAN ports
4
2.5 gigabit Ethernet ports
0
5 gigabit Ethernet ports
0
10 gigabit Ethernet ports
0
USB-2 ports
0
USB-3 ports
0
USB-C ports
0
WAN speed (Gbps)
2.5
Maximum channel width (MHz)
160
Power cable length (cm)
151
Power button or switch
Setup software
App
Weight (g)
502
Dimensions (HxWxD)
270 x 70 x 430
Website
dlink.com.au

Features

Wi-Fi bands
2.4/5
Maximum claimed speeds (Gbps)
0.6/2.8
Free parental controls
Parental controls type
Social media sites can be restricted from the web interface.
Mesh network support
Mesh network compatability
D-Link Wi-Fi Mesh
4/5G backup
VoIP
DLNA
MU-MIMO
Multi link operation (MLO)
Band steering
Guest networks
WPS
Turn LED lights on/off
Wall mountable
USB drive sharing
Web interface available
Default encryption
WPA2
VPN
VPN type
Client, via web interface
Orientation
Upright
Scheduling
Internet access based on time, speed
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Elias Plastiras tests a range of technology in the CHOICE computer lab, from laptops to smart home innovations and interconnected devices.  Prior to CHOICE, Elias spent 17 years working for Australian PC World, testing and writing about PCs and other small business gear. Elias tested almost everything in the PC realm, from 56K modems to network printers, as well as more mainstream consumer gear such as media players and PVRs. Elias enjoys testing products in a rigorous fashion, to highlight the good and the bad for the benefit of the consumer.

Elias Plastiras tests a range of technology in the CHOICE computer lab, from laptops to smart home innovations and interconnected devices.  Prior to CHOICE, Elias spent 17 years working for Australian PC World, testing and writing about PCs and other small business gear. Elias tested almost everything in the PC realm, from 56K modems to network printers, as well as more mainstream consumer gear such as media players and PVRs. Elias enjoys testing products in a rigorous fashion, to highlight the good and the bad for the benefit of the consumer.

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Peter Zaluzny

Peter Zaluzny is a Content producer in the Digital home team. He covers everything from home entertainment and personal safety devices to tech for your car and mattresses. Peter enjoys cutting through the nonsense to help people understand the products they’re considering to buy. He helps consumers make educated, informed decisions. Peter has a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Wollongong.

Peter Zaluzny is a Content producer in the Digital home team. He covers everything from home entertainment and personal safety devices to tech for your car and mattresses. Peter enjoys cutting through the nonsense to help people understand the products they’re considering to buy. He helps consumers make educated, informed decisions. Peter has a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Wollongong.