No 2.5Gbps LAN port
Verdict
The ASUS RT-BE58U offers an affordable and attractive gateway to the world of Wi-Fi 7 routers. While it lacks the 6GHz band added by the Wi-Fi 7 standard and has some quirks when it comes to connecting USB drives, this dual-band router delivers solid performance. It’s particularly strong in the 2.4GHz band, where it consistently outperforms Wi-Fi 6 routers with similar overall throughput. If you’re using an older router with Wi-Fi 4 or Wi-Fi 5, the ASUS RT-BE58U delivers significant improvements in performance, wireless coverage, and advanced features. The inclusion of Multi-Link Operation and features like AiMesh , comprehensive parental controls, and VPN support make this router an attractive choice for users looking to future-proof their home network, even if it doesn’t offer the full Wi-Fi 7 experience.
The ASUS RT-BE58U comes in a black cardboard lithuania mobile database box with a picture of the router, its product name, and key features on the top cover. On the sides and back of the box, you can find detailed information about the product’s hardware specifications and the most important features. As you can see in the image below, the company emphasizes two key features: the fact that it operates using the latest Wi-Fi 7 standard for wireless networking, and that it’s an expandable router that can be used in tandem with other ASUS routers to build your own mesh Wi-Fi system.