Further, much of the functionality is hidden in the app and the parental control system requires an entirely separate app, called Netgear Genie, to manage. This needs to be fixed.Īnd you see what I mean. Compare this app which shows no devices connected with the dashboard below. I was able to see all that data when I visited the actual router’s IP address but the app needs a complete overhaul. When I tried it after running the installation wizard a great deal of the data was missing. First the mobile app for this kit is pretty bad. Now before I go rolling into ecstasy lets get a few things out of the way. I ran powerline Ethernet to the attic and added an Airport Express to speed things up but I was generally and endlessly disappointed.
My house is made of wood, brick, and lathe with a little horsehair and metal sheeting thrown in so I was unable to get good Wi-Fi throughout. I’ve used Apple gear for years now, replacing Airport after Airport until I found I hit a wall. I’m rarely this excited about a wi-fi router.
