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  • Avg. price: ~£9
  • Wi-Fi version: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Wi-Fi speed: 1750 Mbps
  • LAN port speeds: 1 Gbps
  • Wireless coverage: ?

Western Digital AC1300 review. Compare 77 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among routers and if it is worth buying.

6.2

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the router's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best routers on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

6.2

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Good
6.2

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the router's technical performance, covering key areas such as Wi-Fi performance, wired connectivity, security, software features, coverage, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare routers based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

26.0%

4.9

Wireless

20.0%

6.2

Ports

18.0%

7.2

Networking

14.0%

7.4

Security

12.0%

5.9

Hardware

10.0%

6.7

Management

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the router.

When it matters: When you want to know how a router performs in daily use and how reliable it is for speed, coverage, and stability according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 5.1
    Gaming

    Score components:

    33.0%

    3.7

    Wi-Fi speed

    28.0%

    5.9

    CPU clock speed

    22.0%

    3.0

    RAM capacity

    17.0%

    9.0

    Maximum connected devices

  • 5.4
    Travel

    Score components:

    40.0%

    8.5

    Weight

    30.0%

    3.7

    Wi-Fi speed

    20.0%

    4.0

    Cellular modem type

    10.0%

    1.0

    SIM slot

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £9

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Verdict

The Western Digital My Net AC1300 is a dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi router designed for high-definition streaming, offering combined wireless speeds up to 1750 Mbps—comprising 1300 Mbps on the 5GHz band and 450 Mbps on the 2.4GHz band. It features four Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports, one Gigabit WAN port, and two USB 2.0 ports for sharing storage or printers across a network. A standout characteristic is WD's proprietary FasTrack technology, which automatically prioritizes high-bandwidth traffic like Netflix, YouTube, and online gaming to ensure smooth performance. Main pros include its extremely simple setup process, an intuitive dashboard interface, and reliable 5GHz performance for media consumption. However, notable cons include relatively lower 802.11ac throughput compared to contemporary competitors, average 2.4GHz range, and the lack of USB 3.0 ports for faster data transfers.

Technical Specifications of router Western Digital AC1300

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the router's technical performance, covering key areas such as Wi-Fi performance, wired connectivity, security, software features, coverage, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare routers based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

26.0%

?

Wireless

20.0%

?

Ports

18.0%

?

Networking

14.0%

?

Security

12.0%

?

Hardware

10.0%

?

Management

6.2
Western Digital AC1300 has a technical score of 6.22 points, which is lower than that of 62% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the router.

When it matters: When you want to know how a router performs in daily use and how reliable it is for speed, coverage, and stability according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the router.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a router reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
Western Digital AC1300 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 71.1% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the router's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a router with a good balance between network performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.2

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.4
Western Digital AC1300 has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.4 points, which is lower than 58.3% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Wi-Fi version
What it is: Identifies the Wi-Fi generation the router supports, such as Wi-Fi 5, 6, 6E, or 7.
When it matters: When newer phones, laptops, and consoles need the latest Wi-Fi efficiency and speed features.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)

Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Western Digital AC1300 uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), which is more advanced than 39.4% of routers and equal to 25.4% of routers.
Wi-Fi bands
What it is: Lists which wireless frequency bands the router can use, such as 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, or 6 GHz.
When it matters: When you need to balance range, speed, and congestion across different types of client devices.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz

2.4 GHz + 5 GHz
Western Digital AC1300 supports 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz Wi-Fi bands, which are more versatile than 25% of routers and equal to 67.9% of routers.
Wi-Fi speed
What it is: The advertised maximum wireless throughput rating of the router under supported conditions.
When it matters: When several users stream, download, and game at once and you want more wireless headroom.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >2700 Mbps

1,750 Mbps
Western Digital AC1300 delivers 1,750 Mbps Wi-Fi speed, which is higher than 53.3% of routers and equal to 5% of routers.
Channel widths supported
What it is: Lists the Wi-Fi channel widths the router can use, such as 20, 40, 80, or 160 MHz.
When it matters: When you want the option to trade peak speed against stability in crowded wireless environments.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 20 MHz + 40 MHz + 80 MHz

20 MHz + 40 MHz + 80 MHz
Western Digital AC1300 supports 20 MHz + 40 MHz + 80 MHz channel width options, which is more than 40.4% of routers and the same as 32.1% of routers.
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Wi-Fi security protocols
What it is: Lists the wireless security standards the router supports, such as WPA2 or WPA3.
When it matters: When you want stronger wireless protection without locking out older devices that still need compatibility.

Importance: HIGH

WPA2
Western Digital AC1300 supports WPA2 Wi-Fi security protocols, which are less advanced than 93.1% of routers and equal to 4.2% of routers.
DoS protection
What it is: Provides defenses intended to reduce the impact of denial-of-service traffic against the router or network.
When it matters: When exposed services or remote access make resilience against traffic floods more important.

Importance: HIGH

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SPI intrusion protection
What it is: Uses stateful packet inspection to track sessions and block suspicious unsolicited traffic more accurately.
When it matters: When the router needs a stronger first line of filtering on an internet-facing connection.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Western Digital AC1300 includes SPI-based intrusion protection. 3.6% of routers include SPI-based intrusion protection.
MAC address filtering
What it is: Lets the router allow or block devices based on their MAC addresses.
When it matters: When you want an extra device-level access rule beyond passwords and network names.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Western Digital AC1300 supports MAC address filtering. 1% of routers include MAC address filtering.
URL filter
What it is: Allows the router to block or allow access based on website addresses or domain rules.
When it matters: When you need to restrict specific sites for children, guests, or work-policy reasons.

Importance: MEDIUM

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IPv6 support
What it is: Support for the newer IPv6 internet addressing standard alongside the older IPv4 system.
When it matters: When your internet provider or network already uses IPv6, or you want the router to stay compatible as IPv6 use becomes more common.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Western Digital AC1300 supports IPv6. 10.9% of routers are IPv6-ready.
Dynamic routing
What it is: Supports routing protocols or dynamic route updates instead of relying only on static route entries.
When it matters: When the router sits in a more complex network with changing paths between multiple subnets.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Western Digital AC1300 supports dynamic routing. 46.8% of routers support dynamic routing.
Inter-VLAN routing
What it is: Allows the router to pass traffic between separate VLANs under controlled rules.
When it matters: When you need segmented networks to communicate selectively instead of staying fully isolated.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Western Digital AC1300 does not support inter-VLAN routing. 22.2% of routers support inter-VLAN routing.
VLAN tagging
What it is: Lets the router mark traffic with VLAN tags for segmented or ISP-specific network setups.
When it matters: When you separate guest, office, IoT, or ISP-required traffic into different network segments.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Western Digital AC1300 does not support VLAN tagging. 63% of routers include VLAN tagging.
QoS
What it is: Provides quality-of-service controls that prioritize some traffic over less important traffic.
When it matters: When calls, gaming, and downloads compete and you want latency-sensitive traffic protected.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Western Digital AC1300 includes QoS controls. 2.7% of routers include QoS controls.
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N. of LAN ports
What it is: Measures how many LAN ports the router includes. A higher count expands direct connectivity for matching devices.
When it matters: When you run a home office with NAS, TV boxes, and desktops, having more LAN ports avoids extra switches and keeps latency lower on wired links.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 4 ports

4
Western Digital AC1300 has 4 LAN ports, which is more than 23.4% of routers and the same as 69.5% of routers.
LAN port speeds
What it is: Lists the Ethernet speeds available on the router’s LAN ports, such as Gigabit or multi-gig.
When it matters: When wired transfers to NAS, desktops, or access points need more than basic Ethernet speeds.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 1 Gbps

1 Gbps
Western Digital AC1300 offers 1 Gbps on its LAN ports, which is faster than 27.2% of routers and on par with 59.8% of routers.
N. of WAN ports
What it is: Shows how many separate WAN uplink ports the router provides for internet connections.
When it matters: When you use dual internet lines, backup WAN, or load balancing between multiple external links.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 1 WAN port

1
Western Digital AC1300 has 1 WAN ports, which is more than 1% of routers and the same as 90.1% of routers.
N. of USB ports
What it is: Shows how many USB ports the router includes for storage, printers, or modem accessories.
When it matters: When you plan to share storage, attach a printer, or use USB-based network extras.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 1 USB port

2
Western Digital AC1300 has 2 USB ports, which is more than 79.3% of routers and the same as 20.4% of routers.
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
What it is: Power over Ethernet support, meaning the router can receive power, deliver it, or be part of a PoE-based installation.
When it matters: When you want cleaner installation with fewer separate power cables, especially in ceilings, walls, racks, or remote locations.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Western Digital AC1300 does not support Power over Ethernet (PoE). 0.5% of routers can be powered over Ethernet.
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Management interface
What it is: Shows how the router is configured and monitored, such as web UI, app, or command-line tools.
When it matters: When setup depth and day-to-day admin convenience are part of the buying decision.

Importance: HIGH

Web UI
Western Digital AC1300 uses Web UI for management, which is less advanced than 72.2% of routers and equal to 27.3% of routers.
Firmware upgrade method
What it is: Describes how router firmware updates are installed, such as automatic OTA, web UI, or manual upload.
When it matters: When you want security fixes and new features applied with less maintenance friction.

Importance: HIGH

Web UI, Automatic
Western Digital AC1300 supports Web UI, Automatic firmware update methods, which are more convenient than 35.4% of routers and equal to 37.8% of routers.
Traffic monitoring
What it is: Lets the router track bandwidth usage by device, app category, or time period.
When it matters: When you need to find which devices or activities are causing slowdowns or high data use.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Western Digital AC1300 includes traffic monitoring. 17.5% of routers include traffic monitoring.
Guest Wi-Fi network
What it is: Lets the router create a separate wireless network for visitors or less-trusted devices.
When it matters: When guests need internet access without reaching private devices on the main network.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Western Digital AC1300 offers a guest Wi‑Fi network. 8.6% of routers offer a guest Wi‑Fi network.
Captive portal
What it is: Supports a login or acceptance page that users must pass before getting internet access.
When it matters: When guest networks, rentals, cafes, or managed access points need a sign-in page.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Western Digital AC1300 does not offer captive portal features. 23.9% of routers offer captive portal features.
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CPU clock speed
What it is: Shows the operating frequency of the router processor, often listed per core.
When it matters: When routing, encryption, QoS, and many active clients can put heavier load on the CPU.

Importance: HIGH

1 x 0.6 GHz
Western Digital AC1300 runs at 1x0.6 GHz, which is slower than 66.9% of routers and on par with 2% of routers.
RAM capacity
What it is: The amount of working memory available for sessions, routing tables, and running router services.
When it matters: When many devices, VPN tunnels, or advanced features need the router to stay responsive under load.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=512 MB

128 MB
Western Digital AC1300 has 128 MB of RAM, which is more than 33.3% of routers and the same as 16.8% of routers.
Internal storage
What it is: The built-in storage available for logs, apps, shared files, or other local router functions.
When it matters: When the router runs extra services and needs space for logs, packages, or shared content.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=8 GB

0.015625 GB
Western Digital AC1300 has 0.015625 GB of internal storage, which is less than 59.2% of routers and the same as 13.6% of routers.
Hardware acceleration
What it is: Uses dedicated hardware paths to offload routing, NAT, encryption, or switching tasks from the main CPU.
When it matters: When heavy routing or security features would otherwise reduce throughput on the processor alone.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Western Digital AC1300 offers hardware acceleration. 19.3% of routers offer hardware acceleration.
N. of external antennas
What it is: Shows how many antennas are mounted externally on the router.
When it matters: When you want stronger adjustable coverage or plan to aim antennas for difficult room layouts.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 3 antennas

0
Western Digital AC1300 has 0 external antennas, which is fewer than 59.7% of routers and the same as 40.3% of routers.
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Western Digital AC1300 vs the average router

  • 1 more USB ports
    Western Digital AC1300 has more USB ports than the average router (2 vs 1). The average router has 1 USB ports.
    What it is: Shows how many USB ports the router includes for storage, printers, or modem accessories.
    When it matters: When you plan to share storage, attach a printer, or use USB-based network extras.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: 1 USB port

    Western Digital AC1300 has more USB ports than the average router (2 vs 1). The average router has 1 USB ports.2 vs 1
  • Wider temperature range
    Western Digital AC1300 is rated for 5 to 35 C, while the average router is rated for 0 to 40 C.
    What it is: The ambient temperature range within which the router is rated to operate normally.
    When it matters: When the router runs in hot utility rooms, attics, or other spaces with less controlled climate.

    Importance: LOW

    Western Digital AC1300 is rated for 5 to 35 C, while the average router is rated for 0 to 40 C.5 to 35 C vs 0 to 40 C
  • 38,918 more NAT sessions
    Western Digital AC1300 has more concurrent NAT sessions than the average router (43,014 vs 4,096). The average router supports 4,096 concurrent NAT sessions.
    What it is: The number of simultaneous NAT-tracked connections the router can handle before tables become a bottleneck.
    When it matters: When many apps and devices open lots of parallel internet sessions at the same time.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=16000 sessions

    Western Digital AC1300 has more concurrent NAT sessions than the average router (43,014 vs 4,096). The average router supports 4,096 concurrent NAT sessions.43,014 vs 4,096
  • 1 more spatial streams
    Western Digital AC1300 has more spatial streams than the average router (3 vs 2). The average router has 2 spatial streams.
    What it is: Shows how many parallel Wi-Fi spatial streams the router can use for wireless data transmission.
    When it matters: When modern clients need higher throughput from wider multi-stream Wi-Fi connections.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: 4 spatial streams

    Western Digital AC1300 has more spatial streams than the average router (3 vs 2). The average router has 2 spatial streams.3 vs 2
  • 10x cheaper
    Western Digital AC1300 is cheaper than the average router (£9 vs £90).
    Western Digital AC1300 is cheaper than the average router (£9 vs £90).£9 vs £90
  • Suitable for gaming
    Western Digital AC1300 is designed for gaming, while the average router is not. 37.2% of routers are designed for gaming.
    What it is: Highlights whether the router is aimed at gaming-focused use, such as lower-latency traffic handling or gaming-oriented controls.
    When it matters: When gaming traffic, lower latency, or easier prioritization of consoles and gaming PCs matters in your network setup.

    Importance: LOW

    Western Digital AC1300 is designed for gaming, while the average router is not. 37.2% of routers are designed for gaming.
  • 1 more spatial streams
    Western Digital AC1300 has more spatial streams than the average router (3 vs 2). The average router has 2 spatial streams.
  • 38,918 more NAT sessions
    Western Digital AC1300 has more concurrent NAT sessions than the average router (43,014 vs 4,096). The average router supports 4,096 concurrent NAT sessions.
  • 1 more USB ports
    Western Digital AC1300 has more USB ports than the average router (2 vs 1). The average router has 1 USB ports.
  • Wider temperature range
    Western Digital AC1300 is rated for 5 to 35 C, while the average router is rated for 0 to 40 C.
  • Suitable for gaming
    Western Digital AC1300 is designed for gaming, while the average router is not. 37.2% of routers are designed for gaming.

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  • No band steering
    Western Digital AC1300 does not support band steering, while the average router does. 52.6% of routers support band steering.
  • No beamforming
    Western Digital AC1300 does not support beamforming, while the average router does. 59.6% of routers support beamforming.
  • No VPN server support
    Western Digital AC1300 cannot act as a VPN server, while the average router can. 67% of routers can act as a VPN server.
  • Weaker Wi-Fi security
    Western Digital AC1300 supports the Wi-Fi security protocols WPA2, while the average router supports WPA2, WPA, WEP, WPS.
  • No VLAN tagging
    Western Digital AC1300 does not support VLAN tagging, while the average router does. 62.8% of routers support VLAN tagging.
  • No DNS relay
    Western Digital AC1300 does not support DNS relay, while the average router does. 91.8% of routers support DNS relay.
  • Limited firmware updates
    Western Digital AC1300 supports the firmware update methods Web UI, Automatic, while the average router supports Web UI, App, Automatic.
  • Weaker management tools
    Western Digital AC1300 uses the management interface Web UI, while the average router uses Web UI, App.
  • Less capable NAS services
    Western Digital AC1300 includes SMB, FTP, media server NAS services, while the average router includes SMB, FTP, time machine, NFS, web access.
    Requires attached USB storage.
  • Lower CPU clock speed
    Western Digital AC1300 has a lower CPU clock speed than the average router (1x0.6 GHz vs 2x0.5 GHz). The average router has a CPU clock speed of 2x0.5 GHz.
  • 2.9 W higher power consumption
    Western Digital AC1300 uses more power than the average router (11 W vs 8.1 W). The average router uses 8.1 W power.
  • 2 fewer external antennas
    Western Digital AC1300 has fewer external antennas than the average router (0 vs 2). The average router has 2 external antennas.
  • No VPN server support
    Western Digital AC1300 cannot act as a VPN server, while the average router can. 67% of routers can act as a VPN server.
    What it is: The ability to host the router’s own VPN server so you can connect back into your network securely from outside.
    When it matters: When you want secure remote access to your home or office network while you are away.

    Importance: HIGH

    Western Digital AC1300 cannot act as a VPN server, while the average router can. 67% of routers can act as a VPN server.
  • No VLAN tagging
    Western Digital AC1300 does not support VLAN tagging, while the average router does. 62.8% of routers support VLAN tagging.
    What it is: Lets the router mark traffic with VLAN tags for segmented or ISP-specific network setups.
    When it matters: When you separate guest, office, IoT, or ISP-required traffic into different network segments.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Western Digital AC1300 does not support VLAN tagging, while the average router does. 62.8% of routers support VLAN tagging.
  • Limited firmware updates
    Western Digital AC1300 supports the firmware update methods Web UI, Automatic, while the average router supports Web UI, App, Automatic.
    What it is: Describes how router firmware updates are installed, such as automatic OTA, web UI, or manual upload.
    When it matters: When you want security fixes and new features applied with less maintenance friction.

    Importance: HIGH

    Western Digital AC1300 supports the firmware update methods Web UI, Automatic, while the average router supports Web UI, App, Automatic.Web UI, Automatic vs Web UI, App, Automatic
  • Weaker management tools
    Western Digital AC1300 uses the management interface Web UI, while the average router uses Web UI, App.
    What it is: Shows how the router is configured and monitored, such as web UI, app, or command-line tools.
    When it matters: When setup depth and day-to-day admin convenience are part of the buying decision.

    Importance: HIGH

    Western Digital AC1300 uses the management interface Web UI, while the average router uses Web UI, App.Web UI vs Web UI, App
  • Weaker Wi-Fi security
    Western Digital AC1300 supports the Wi-Fi security protocols WPA2, while the average router supports WPA2, WPA, WEP, WPS.
    What it is: Lists the wireless security standards the router supports, such as WPA2 or WPA3.
    When it matters: When you want stronger wireless protection without locking out older devices that still need compatibility.

    Importance: HIGH

    Western Digital AC1300 supports the Wi-Fi security protocols WPA2, while the average router supports WPA2, WPA, WEP, WPS.WPA2 vs WPA2, WPA, WEP, WPS
  • No band steering
    Western Digital AC1300 does not support band steering, while the average router does. 52.6% of routers support band steering.
    What it is: Can guide dual-band or tri-band clients toward the more suitable frequency band automatically.
    When it matters: When you want devices spread more intelligently across 2.4, 5, or 6 GHz bands.

    Importance: LOW

    Western Digital AC1300 does not support band steering, while the average router does. 52.6% of routers support band steering.
  • No beamforming
    Western Digital AC1300 does not support beamforming, while the average router does. 59.6% of routers support beamforming.
    What it is: Uses signal-shaping techniques to direct wireless energy more effectively toward connected clients.
    When it matters: When coverage at the edge of the home needs to stay more stable for active devices.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Western Digital AC1300 does not support beamforming, while the average router does. 59.6% of routers support beamforming.
  • Lower CPU clock speed
    Western Digital AC1300 has a lower CPU clock speed than the average router (1x0.6 GHz vs 2x0.5 GHz). The average router has a CPU clock speed of 2x0.5 GHz.
    What it is: Shows the operating frequency of the router processor, often listed per core.
    When it matters: When routing, encryption, QoS, and many active clients can put heavier load on the CPU.

    Importance: HIGH

    Western Digital AC1300 has a lower CPU clock speed than the average router (1x0.6 GHz vs 2x0.5 GHz). The average router has a CPU clock speed of 2x0.5 GHz.1x0.6 GHz vs 2x0.5 GHz
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Western Digital AC1300?

  • Simple and easy setup process that does not require an installation disc
  • Well-designed and intuitive graphical user interface (GUI)
  • FasTrack technology provides effective Quality of Service (QoS) for prioritizing HD streaming and gaming
  • Includes two USB ports that support printers, storage, and other USB devices
  • Supports the 802.11ac Wi-Fi standard with decent overall performance
  • Stable and reliable signal quality reported by long-term users

What customers dislike about Western Digital AC1300?

  • 802.11ac throughput is lower compared to many competing routers in its class
  • Poor range performance, especially in 2.4 GHz mixed mode
  • Lacks advanced features such as VPN support, WDS, and cloud services
  • Internal antenna design may contribute to mediocre performance compared to routers with external dipoles
  • Fewer LAN ports compared to earlier Western Digital router models
  • USB storage performance can be sluggish, particularly when reading large files

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08/01/2013
Western Digital My Net AC1300 review: A fast 802.11ac router from a surprising source

The Western Digital My Net AC1300 is a dual-band 802.11ac router featuring FasTrack QoS technology to prioritize streaming traffic, delivering strong 5GHz performance (400-500 Mbps). It offers a user-friendly, plug-and-play setup with pre-configured security and a discreet, low-profile design. While strong on 5GHz, the router suffers from weak 2.4GHz performance and lacks advanced...Read more

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