AmpliFi Alien Router Review
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- čas přidán 15. 07. 2024
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Full Setup Video - • AmpliFi ALIEN Router U...
This router is quite fast, and absolutely smashed every router I have tested so far for speed. I will say that the range is very good for a single point (you can get a
unit with an extra mesh point that increases range, but for $320 more). The only issue I had while testing this guy was connection in 2 rooms in my house furthest from the router, but I did have a 3 point system prior to this and I have to respect that! In my home, I would need the mesh point, if only I could purchase it currently (still out of stock). I hope you enjoy the video, and be sure to watch the setup if interested using the link above.
Introduction Music:
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Downtown Funk
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got mine about two days ago and it's been amazing. we mainly use wifi overhere with 20 plus devices and it's been the best router that we've tested for our needs , especially during these times! Nice Review!
Where did you buy it? I cannot find in Amazon UK.
Streaming on amplifi hd ......2 years now.... shopping.......thanks for the vid
Upgraded from the Amplifi hd mesh system to two Alien routers, one at the modem in basement and the second on the main floor of my approximately 2000 sq ft ranch. I am extremely happy with my speeds and connectivity.
bonzyb does it increase upload and download speeds? If i had 18 megabit download would the AmpliFi alien increase it to more than 18 megabits? I really need to know
@@J1gzaw_ If you are receiving an internet plan of 18 down from your ISP, no. If you are paying for 100 down from an ISP, it will help carry that speed further.
Just got one myself today, watched your video and I do agree so far it is a FAST S.O.B
Awesome
Mine is coming today. After a horrible experience with the Netgear RAX120 (random disconnects, a month of troubleshooting, non-existent support) and unimpressive performance from the Velop MX5 (highly reliable but not great coverage and speeds) I believe 3rd time will be the charm and this router will be able to handle my network.
how's your alien router now?
@@fervali6415 great! Have no problems with all my devices. Best part is how great the community is and support. I had an issue with my PS5 and was easily able to talk to in detail with tier 3 support. They are very knowledge and responsive. Will highly recommend this router. Check out the community forums to see for yourself.
I got fed up of waiting this in my country so bought a Dream Machine and it’s great, just need the mesh point to go on sale now...
Yeah, the Dream Machine looks good too. May have to test that eventually
techgooch It’s amazing, so much control and security and all pretty easy to use. A great modern interface that isn’t tacky like Asus ones are. It doesn’t have WiFi 6 but personally I have no WiFi 6 devices and my internet is only 70mbps, the only way I can upgrade that is wait a few years for gigabit internet to reach my house, pay several thousands for a fibre to be fitted to my house from the telephone exchange, or move! I could do with the Mesh beacon they make for the Dream Machine but it’s not on sale here in the U.K. yet.
Is it quite? Didn’t know it has a fan.. another thing is a sensitive data showed on the screen.. can I somehow protect it or disable som eof them?
I have a question, is there something I need to do in settings to get my full speed WiFi or Ethernet?? I have CenturyLink fiber 1Gb down and up but when I do speed test threw multiple devices, I’m getting 90gb down and up. I did a speed test with the alien using the touch screen and I get the same numbers but when I do a speed test on the app, it gives me 980Gb down and 900Gb up!!! What am I doing wrong??
What about VPN, IPTV, DMZ and other settings?
Hello. Please do you have a video or manual to repair the Ubiquiti Alien. I can't disarm it. Sorry, my english is very poor.
Can the pause internet be set on a schedule or can it only be done manually?
Can you set it up on "access point mode" instead of a router mode? I want to allow my current modem to do the routing, but I'm looking for solid wifi.
that's what bridge mode is
If you pay for "200 down" (and get even less than that), does it make sense to have this router? 🤔
Just bought the Mesh combo pack. Loking forward to it now!
I have a download speed of 100mbps. Would this device help my speed increase ?
Does amplifi works with G2 key or is it different? Will there an amplifi version of the dream machine? Better yet option to change the led color? (Red led) can I get the amplifi mesh ap later? unifi only has the router portion available now.
No, not yet. Bought this while I wait.
Does it have a vpn?
What’s the coverage area square footage? I couldn’t find it anywhere. Thank you in advance.
In a traditional house, I would guess it would cover 2,000 sqft.
it’s about 3,000 square feet
The router seems to be running pretty hot.
Its not a router fancy access point. Am i correct?
How does your family take you switching/messing around with their wifi all the time? My wife hated when I had to switch between routers during the past 2 months trying to find a new router and diagnosing problems with the stupid RAX120.
Run a separate network for home use, one for your fiddling.
just use the same ssid and password. Your devices won't know the difference
? I pay for 300 on cable and use hd with 2 mesh points... do you think this will improve speed or coverage 3500 sq ft? 2story
It would improve speed for the area around the router, but I would not trade a 3 point system for this single point unit. If you were to purchase the Alien + the extra mesh point, I would in a heart beat if you can justify the price!
I have a 3600 sqft 2 story 8 pay for 300 through spectrum.. I got major speed improvementa. Also make sure to use the new Cat8 cables that came out for ethernet on all wired devices. Especially going from the router to the modem
Absolutely, do not waste your money on stuff like Asus. My lesson has been expensive and well learned. Don't look back now.
this man is always out of breath.
Sorry, nasal polyps affect my breathing
Does it come with 2 towers one like a wifi extender or no?
There are two offerings. #1 Set of one Router and one mesh node with no screen. This is necessary if you want a mesh network. #2 is the standalone Router, but according to support, it will not run multiple mesh nodes, you need #1 first to and to be #1.
I got everything in my house wired .Looking for a new router would recommend this over google nest WiFi .? Thanks cool video
This is definitely faster, so it would depend on what you are looking for. For the same money you could get several Nest units to blanket the home, but it isn’t as fast.
techgooch thank you I am just looking for a router moving away from mesh networks
So why would any of us give up the AMPLIFI HD mesh to use this for almost twice the price?
Minor reasons. One being WiFi 6.
Agreed. Speed and capability.
techgooch Ok. Well, we’ll see if you’re right!
Question, does amplify alien work globally?
No Mr. Chips it covers only the average house or apartment. The rest of the world will need their own.
no like in every country can use it
not like everybody uses it
@@Fhissy Countries can't use this device. Only humans can use it.
what is better 5G or amplifi
Routers... route. They don't rout.
They facilitate pathing for data, they don't scare it off.
To cute for school
Do u have to pay monthly
No
I love this vid. you will make A difference!! I want to be friends :D
Take a breath buddy!
Excitement!
@@techgooch I truly understand :-)
SSIDs are names. Additional SSIDs in the settings refers to adding another name for each radio, not changing the functionality of the second 5ghz radio. Second 5ghz radio can not support wifi 6. There's a couple moments like this where you kind of barrel through something you don't understand and just guess. You don't need to get a networking cert but you should look up what the features of the product you're reviewing do or just not mention them when you don't know what they are. It's a bit disingenuous to your viewers and to the manufacturer to not only not understand the product you're reviewing but actively misinform people trying to learn about it.
It’s not about not understanding, it’s about not saying correctly what I mean. I am aware of splitting the spectrums
@@techgooch You literally pointed at the secondary 5ghz radio feature saying the toggle below it could make it wifi 6. Set your ego down and take the feedback. I'm not talking about 2.4 and 5 ghz having separate SSIDs. I'm talking about the 2.4 ghz having multiple SSIDs. It's not splitting anything.
4:07 shit man take a breath and record another take lmao
Really great review, thank you! (work on your cardio, btw. ;) lol)
You took my words! Great review and information but the out of breath was getting very distracting
No kidding. He needs to start a running program before he dies just standing still.
Remember back in the day when I'm order to boost views making a stupid face for the thumbnail was a thing... Oh memories, oh wait what? Some people still think that's a thing?
i started watching this, but your heavy breathing was so annoying i stopped at 4.36.