GL.iNet GL-X3000 Spitz AX 5G Router Dual-SIM Wi-Fi 6 OpenWrt VPN

I don't often write reviews but having tried many different 4G/5G routers, I wanted to save you time by recommending this this GL.iNet router, which I have found to be by far the best. Firstly, the speed is between 3X and 10X faster than the others out of the box but using an external 4-way MiMo antenna doubles the speed again and provides and excellent broadband service in a a rural area with a less than ideal 4G signal. It is easy to set up but there are a lot of additional features, such as VPNs, the ability to tether to another network, and dual SIM failover to name a few. After nearly 2 years, it has been very stable and reliable until a couple of weeks ago when it suddenly stopped working. Having a good product is one thing but the support provided by GL.iNet has been superb. The support team are knowledgeable and responsive and after some troubleshooting sent out a replacement unit. It is not the cheapest 5G router by any means but if you are looking for a good performing router particularly as a replacement for a fixed line service if it isn't great in your area then look no further. The support is excellent and they come with a 24 month warranty.

I've been using the GL-X3000 cellular gateway for a while now, and it has completely transformed our internet. Living in a rural home, our BT fibre connection was painfully slow, giving us only about 2 Mbit/s down and 1 Mbit/s up. Since installing this device with a 5G SIM, we're now getting a consistent 175 Mbit/s down and 4 Mbit/s up. The difference is night and day. It’s definitely on the expensive side, but I’m now confident it was the right call for a stable and powerful connection. One of the first things I have to mention is the support team. I had a specific question about the configuration and reached out, expecting to wait a while. They got back to me surprisingly quickly with a detailed, knowledgeable answer. It was great to deal with someone who obviously knew the product well. The device itself is incredibly well-made. You can feel the quality as soon as you unbox it; it has a reassuring weight and solid construction that makes you feel it's built to last. Beyond the sheer speed increase, the other features are what make it a truly standout product: Connectivity Options: The dual-SIM feature is fantastic for ensuring the connection is always on, automatically failing over if one network drops. It also handles Multi-WAN, so you can blend different internet sources. Modern Speeds: It combines that powerful 5G modem with Wi-Fi 6, so the fast speeds are delivered effectively to all my devices. Built-in VPN: The onboard WireGuard and OpenVPN clients work really well and don't seem to create a bottleneck, which is a big plus for security. OpenWrt: The fact that it runs on OpenWrt is a huge advantage if you like to tinker and customise your network settings. So, while it's a significant purchase, its performance, solid build, and the surprisingly good support have made me feel it's worth the investment. If you're stuck with poor broadband and need a serious, feature-rich cellular router, I'd highly recommend it.

After spending some time with the GL.iNet GL-X3000 (Spitz AX) 5G NR AX3000 Cellular Gateway Router, I have a good sense of its strengths and potential areas for improvement. Here’s my detailed take on its quality and uses: Build Quality and Design The GL-X3000 comes with a sleek, compact design that’s both functional and aesthetically pleasing. The build quality feels robust, indicating that it can withstand regular use without issues. The device is lightweight and easy to position discreetly within a home or office setup. Setup and User Interface Setting up the router was a straightforward process. The user interface is intuitive, and the setup wizard guides you through each step. Even if you're not particularly tech-savvy, you’ll find the setup process easy to follow. The interface provides clear options for configuring various settings, making it easy to customize the router to your needs. Performance This router is designed to deliver high-speed internet, and it does so quite effectively. Here’s a breakdown of my experience with its performance: Remote Area Connectivity: I tested the GL-X3000 in a remote area with limited 5G coverage. Despite these challenging conditions, the router managed to provide impressive download speeds of 170 to 200 Mbps and upload speeds of around 90 Mbps. These speeds can fluctuate depending on weather conditions, but the connection remained stable throughout my usage. External Antenna Enhancement: Adding a decent external antenna system significantly improved performance. With the antenna, the signal strength and stability were enhanced, leading to better overall speeds and more consistent connectivity. 5G and Wi-Fi 6 Support: The support for 5G connectivity ensures that, when available, you get blazing-fast internet speeds. The Wi-Fi 6 capability allows for faster data transfer rates and improved network capacity, making it ideal for homes or offices with multiple connected devices. Versatility and Features Multiple WAN Options: The router offers various WAN options, including Ethernet and SIM card slots, making it a versatile device for different use cases. Whether you need it as a primary router, a backup internet solution, or a portable hotspot, it handles all scenarios well. Security: The Spitz AX comes equipped with advanced security features, including WPA3 encryption, VPN support, and customizable firewall settings. These features provide peace of mind by ensuring your network is secure from potential threats. User-Friendly Controls: The ability to set up parental controls and guest networks easily is a great addition. These features allow for better management and security of your home network. Cost Considerations While the GL-X3000 is packed with features and delivers excellent performance, it is on the pricier side. For those on a tighter budget, this might be a consideration. However, given its capabilities and reliability, it still offers good value for money. Final Thoughts The GL.iNet GL-X3000 (Spitz AX) 5G NR AX3000 Cellular Gateway Router is a high-quality device that excels in providing fast and reliable internet, even in remote areas with limited 5G coverage. Its sturdy build, easy setup, and advanced features make it a worthwhile investment. If you add a decent external antenna system, you can significantly enhance its performance, making it a robust solution for various internet connectivity needs. Despite its higher price point, the router’s performance and versatility justify the investment. Highly recommended for those seeking a reliable and powerful router solution.

We recently used the GL.iNet GL-X3000 (Spitz AX) router to run our Jujitsu competition, where we rely on Smoothcomp (online competition management and scoreboard software) — and this device was a total game-changer. We needed a router that could connect multiple laptops, provide stable internet access for both live scoring and admin use, and offer a reliable backup plan in case the venue’s Wi-Fi failed. The Spitz AX handled all of it effortlessly. 🔹 Real-World Use at a Busy Competition: The router connected all laptops to one central point via both wired and wireless connections. The Wi-Fi 6 capability meant no lag or dropout, even with high usage and a crowded hall. The dual-SIM support gave us peace of mind — we slotted in a primary Three 5G SIM with 500GB/month, and a second SIM as a backup. If anything went wrong with the main connection, we knew we had instant failover. 🔹 Simple Setup, Professional Reliability: Setup took less than 10 minutes — the web interface is intuitive, and it’s based on OpenWRT, so if you know what you’re doing, you can go deep on customisation. But even out of the box, it just works. The detachable antennas helped boost signal reception in a large sports venue with tricky coverage. 🔹 Features Built for Business: This isn’t your average consumer router. With OpenVPN, WireGuard support, and the ability to switch between multiple WANs, it’s built for security and flexibility. The MU-MIMO tech also helped maintain strong connections across several devices simultaneously. 🔹 What Could Be Better: It would be great if the power lead were a bit longer — we had to use an extension to position it centrally in the venue. Also, if you’re completely new to networking, the wealth of features could be a bit overwhelming — but it’s worth learning. Verdict: If you run events, travel with mission-critical internet needs, or just want a seriously reliable and flexible cellular router, the Spitz AX is worth every penny. It was the invisible hero of our event — keeping the tech running, scores updating, and stress levels low.

After much research and head scratching I decided to get this router for my newly purchased 45 foot narrowboat. I didn't want to drill anywhere or run cables over the lovely wood interior so decided to try this one, sitting at the front end of the boat by a pair of wooden doors. I figured less metal would help with reception there. Note that it does come with a wall mount so you could place it by a window quite easily. It also came with an ethernet cable and adapters for different socket types. After adding the nano SIM and setting that up with the network provider I chose it started working very easily. Set up was therefore good and I am a major technophobe. It has functions like a VPN that I have not yet delved into. I have only had it a day or so and as such cannot yet comment on reliability over time. I can say that on the Smarty network I use in a rural area this router sent very strong signal not just right down the interior of my narrowboat but up to the tiller. Even then it had only dropped by a tiny smidge. I'm sure I could have gone further and still be linked to the Wi-Fi. This impressed me greatly. I now don't need to fit an external antenna which is great. I didn't want to drill holes in my boat and run ugly cables about. It's not too big a device; mine is standing on a wooden plinth and it looks good there. I will know more about reliability in time. Perhaps other reviews here may speak to that already. All I can say is it receives 4G and 5G excellently and then sends out Wi-Fi from that very well.

I have had this router a few days short of two years and use it daily. I bought it primarily for my narrow boat but I switch between the boat and our daughter's flat when we visit her. It has worked flawlessly with great speeds. I have a brain injury but had no issues setting it up. Very recently when I took it to the boat on plugging it in all I got was the power on light. After numerous attempts I was still unable to achieve anything more than a green light so I emailed customer support for assistance. Within a very short time I received a most helpful reply from Barry with a set of instructions. I have cognitive issues because of my brain injury I decided to wait for a visit from my daughter and to get her to download and install the links that I had been sent by Barry. After a couple of days I received a follow up email enquiring if the solution had successful. When I explained about my predicament was told not to worry at all and to do it when available. Needless to say the solution worked! As I'm retired this was an expensive purchase for me and I'm obviously very happy with it. I have to say the customer support is outstanding which is particularly helpful for someone such as me with my issues. When I originally bought this router I was so pleased with it I bought an expander (Beryl) to help at my house. The WiFi reception in my garage isn't particularly good but I have some equipment installed that I like to monitor. Since getting the Beryl I have not had and WiFi drop outs! Overall I am extremely happy with the GL.inet aproducts and their impressive customer support.

As 5G router seems ok. The speeds are not higher that other models I own but it has some extra features like the 2 SIM slots that could be useful if you ready to pay double for keeping two sim card. I like the stability for the wifi that is very good with all my other glinet mini routers. What does not work properly is the traffic estimation on the SIM. Yes you can install additional plug in but then each time when you want to check you have to log into Luci interface. Now about the price that is way to high for what it offers. The initial price of 365 was acceptable compared to the 489 that currently sells. I did bought it on promotion but the promotion was not listing correctly.When I tried to add the promotion the displayed price was 435£ hence removed the Opal but they promised Promotion Available Receive 1 BUY X3000 GET SFT1200 free when you purchase 1 or more Qualifying items offered by GL.iNet Technologie. Not happy at all especially I bought before 9 gl inet products. Disappointed. I also believe the seller is removing the negative feedback so it keep the rating up based on amazon fulfillment. However since I did not received the promotion why you would delete the comments?

Router is OK, but my phone can keep stable connection and better signal strength. For device that cost 350£ ~ 430£ is not what i looking for. What i like is software, features like cell lock, external antenna. Summary router should be cost much less or should had better internal antennas.

I cannot add much more than what others said about it (the good things), but I can say what I needed it for and how it worked out. TL;DR: I needed it to provide both a stable local WiFi LAN and high-speed T-Mobile "5G UC" Internet for my Samsung Android devices in my car. And it was a major success. FULL STORY I have all Samsung Android devices and use a Samsung account with them. I need them to network with each other while also having internet access. I used to do this by setting my phone as a hotspot and sharing data, and calling/texting with my tablet, which is mounted on my dashboard and connected to my car via Bluetooth. The problem is that T-Mobile reduces speed when using the phone as a hotspot for my tablet (or the phone just runs slower in hotspot mode). On my phone alone, with "5G UC," I can get a sustained 1.5 Gbps in some parts of town. But when the hotspot is running to feed data to the tablet, the speed drops to as slow as 5 Mbps and is unstable. This wasn't going to work. My first solution was to get a dedicated hotspot device, and I did try a couple that failed hard—Inseego and Netgear. I suppose they would be fine if you're taking it with you to a stationary environment, but I needed this to be seamless and on the go. This solution had major issues: 1. The hotspots were battery-powered, and this created an issue where you either have to manage them every time you need to use them, or leaving them unmanaged means the battery will drain. Or in some cases, you need to physically turn them on or wake them up. 2. The Inseego m3000 hotspot, for some reason, did not allow devices connected to it to see each other, therefore breaking my Samsung ecosystem between devices. 3. The Netgear Nighthawk hotspot refuses to connect to T-Mobile 5G at all, but the connected devices to it can see each other. 4. Both hotspots couldn't get a real signal unless it was in the open air, but the Inseego did do much better indoors since you can force it to only use 5G, where the Nighthawk will not let you switch, and it always defaults to 4G. So I was back to square one when my tests all failed. Then I discovered the Gl.net, read the specs, and it looked promising, so I got it. I moved my T-Mobile $30 25GB hotspot SIM to the new device, and it just worked. As a bonus, even inside my house, I can get stable 2-3 bars of 5G UC, where my phone can only get 1 bar (or it drops to 4G). When I confirmed my connection worked, I installed it in my SUV, in the back cargo area, under the floor (extra storage), using a 12V cig cable run under the floor to power this up. Now, when the car turns on, this turns on. When the car turns off, this turns off. No need to manage it, just set it and forget it. As it turns out, with a lot of testing, this was the solution to my problem, because: 1. It's not a hotspot, it's a real 5G/4G modem with real antennas, and it's a real Wifi router, so networked devices can see each other—all devices connected to it are on a real LAN. (Important for my Samsung Android setup.) And the WiFi signal itself in the SUV is strong. 2. It connects to T-Mobile 5G at home, in the car, on the road, and remains stable. Keyword: STABLE. 3. Not battery powered, turns on and off with the power source (like in a car). This means not having to set any battery saver or sleep options, which also means no need to manually turn it off and on each time I get in the car. 4. Doesn't need to be out in the open, it picks up signal and gets fast speeds on 5G UC, avg. about 150 Mbps from inside my SUV's cargo space, tucked under the floor. I would probably get 500+ Mbps if I used an external antenna mounted on top of my car, but I wasn't doing this for the fastest speeds, just something 50 Mbps+ and most importantly, a STABLE connection, which this has. For my use case, this was perfect. But the added bonus of it working at home really is great because sometimes I lose internet at home, and this serves as an awesome emergency backup. The only downside I've had so far is that when starting up, it can take a couple of minutes to actually connect to 5G and also advertise itself to my other devices so they can auto-connect. But that's not a deal breaker at all for me, just something that I wish was better. But it is much faster than both the Inseego and Netgear. Overall, it's been great for what I needed it to do, and even if I didn't need it for this specific use case, it's a good product for other uses.

Finalmente un prodotto che merita una recensione un pò più precisa visti i costi e obiettivo dell'acquisto Vado subito dritto al punto: perfetto per la mia esigenza di failover immediato da rete fibra a rete cellulare e ritorno alla connessione principale. Solo questo per me e per il mio caso specifico vale la spesa, visto che avevo necessità di un prodotto del genere e lo Spitz GL.iNet fa esattamente, e molto bene, quello che promette. Uso questo router in un contesto reale con NVR (videosorveglianza IP CAM non cablata e con alcune dipendenze cloud), dove perdere la connessione significa perdere eventi, notifiche e accesso remoto, anche a causa dell’instabilità di alcune camere legate appunto al cloud Tuya/Smart Life. Con lo Spitz il passaggio da fibra a rete cellulare è praticamente istantaneo: non ho perso frame, non ho perso eventi e, lato software, è come se la connessione non fosse mai caduta. Anche le camere restano stabili: la presenza continua di internet evita che vadano in “crisi”. Qui il failover non è marketing: funziona davvero, e anche molto bene. Mi aspettavo problemi lato NVR (freeze, schermate nere durante il cambio rete), invece nessuna interruzione visibile. Questo, nel mio caso, è oro. Per altri tipi di stream ad esempio uno streaming di una webradio ho notato la disconnessione e riconversione con un "bucho" sullo stream di almeno 5/10 secondi. Configurazione: È un dispositivo decisamente più avanzato rispetto ai classici modem/router consumer. Non è il tipico “attacca e vai”, ma proprio per questo offre un livello di controllo molto superiore: multi-WAN, priorità delle connessioni, controlli di connettività, VPN, AdGuard e molto altro. Se sai dove mettere le mani, puoi costruirti una rete estremamente solida e personalizzata. Specifico che non è un modem fibra, ma un router con modem LTE/5G integrato con 2 slot Sim e un sistema Failover integrato di buon livello considerando utilizzo consumer del dispostitivo Interfaccia: L’interfaccia di controllo è veloce, reattiva e ben organizzata. La dashboard è completa e chiara, con tutte le informazioni principali subito visibili. Nonostante le tante opzioni disponibili, non risulta confusa e permette di lavorare in modo preciso. Anche le app, Android e iOS sono veloci, complete e perfettamente funzionante. Stabilità: Dopo l’installazione ho fatto diversi test reali, anche forzando disconnessioni della fibra. Il sistema resta operativo senza interruzioni percepibili almeno lato NVR e camere IP wifi. Come detto sopra on traffico continuo attivo come ad esempio stream audio di una webradio il passaggio ha delle tempistiche quantificabile in 10 ma anche 15 secondi di default e poi riprende la normale erogazione Uso combinato: Io lo utilizzo insieme al modem/router principale (Fastgate), sul quale ho disabilitato il Wi-Fi. Lo Spitz gestisce il Wi-Fi e il fallback su SIM. Questo approccio è molto efficace: sfrutti la fibra quando disponibile e hai una rete cellulare pronta a subentrare immediatamente. SIM e rete mobile: Il doppio slot SIM è un valore aggiunto importante. Permette di usare due operatori diversi e aumentare ulteriormente la resilienza della connessione. Da considerare ovviamente i costi del piano dati associato alle SIM: meglio scegliere operatori affidabili per avere certezze a discapito dei costi di gestione. Il fatto di avere un sistema Failover sulla propria connessione internet presuppone costi maggiori Testato con sim 5G Vodafone e tutto funzionante Prestazioni Wi-Fi: Il Wi-Fi è buono e supporta Wi-Fi 6, ma non è il punto principale del prodotto. Questo dispositivo nasce per garantire continuità e gestione avanzata della rete. Se serve copertura Wi-Fi top, meglio affiancare access point dedicati. Funzioni: Le funzionalità sono molte e c’è ampio margine di personalizzazione. È un prodotto che permette di “smanettare” e adattare la rete alle proprie esigenze. Consumi e temperatura: Scalda leggermente, ma è normale per un dispositivo sempre attivo con modem integrato. Nessun problema riscontrato in uso reale. Contro: - Non è completamente plug & play per utenti inesperti (anche se ci sono setup guidati) - Interfaccia tecnica (per qualcuno potrebbe essere complessa) - Prezzo non basso, ma coerente con le funzionalità offerte Conclusione: Se cercate un router semplice, non è questo. Se cercate continuità reale, controllo e affidabilità, allora è un prodotto centrato. Per chi ha esigenze come videosorveglianza, accesso remoto o sistemi che devono restare sempre online, fa esattamente quello che promette — e lo fa molto molto bene. Promosso!

buy it i use it and are more then happy getting 1.5-1.6gbps on 5g in sweden

Well built, stable, fast 5G download and upload speeds, very good firmware. Definitely a keeper! The FRITZ!Box 6850 5G I tried previously was not only much more expensive and significantly slower with the same 5G card in the same location, but also stopped working completely after just a few hours of use. Only gripe I had was that the GL-X3000 came with beta (snapshot) firmware pre-installed instead with the latest stable release, which struck me as quite weird since I don't remember signing up for as beta tester. :-) Also, the default MTU value (1500) is way too high, the data packets were so large that the inital download speed was below 1 (in words: one) mbit/s. I couldn't understand what's wrong until Gemini gave me the decisive hint to lower it to 1420. Therefore only 4 stars instead of 5. Other than that, it's a stellar piece of HW & FW, and I'm now hitting DL speeds of 400-600 mbit/s, and UL speeds of 130-170 mbit/s, which is faster than my previous fiber connection (althouth the idle ping is a bit higher - ca. 50 ms, but still online gaming works fine). All that without even an external antenna (but I live a few hundred meters away from my provider's 5G tower). Next I'm gonna install the Waveform QuadPro 4x4 MIMO antenna and see if I can bring down the ping value a bit. All in all, highly recommended, but you MUST adjust the default MTU value.

Ik kan iedereen deze leverancier aanraden. Het is een top product, de klantenservice is goed bereikbaar en je krijgt meteen antwoord, hier kunnen heel wat bedrijven een voorbeeld aan nemen. Je wordt niet van het kastje naar de muur gestuurd, maar er wordt alleen in oplossingen gedacht. Nikki bedankt voor alle moeite 👍👍👍