FlashRouters Reviews

FlashRouters offers a wide variety of routers, including those from popular brands like Asus, TP-Link, and Privacy Hero. The provider flashes all normal routers before being shipped, supporting almost every VPN provider out there – including NordVPN, Proton VPN, Surfshark, and ExpressVPN. Additionally, it’s possible to get routers dedicated to certain VPN services.

From pocket-sized for travel to high performance for big houses or even businesses, there are devices to cater to all types of users. Of course, the features depend on the router you get. For example, you can choose from Wi-Fi 5 to Wi-Fi 7, as well as among dual, tri, or quad Wi-Fi bands.

Firmware also depends on the router, with options including AsusWRT, DD-WRT, and TP-Link. Plus, there are options for easy router mesh (and even mesh packs) to ensure a stable Wi-Fi connection with no lagging or dead zones.

If you have kids, you’ll love knowing that some routers have advanced parental controls. Some features you can count on include automatic internet pauses, adult website blocking, safe search enforcement, and the ability to disconnect children’s devices at set times by using “Bedtime”. There’s even a “Time Out” option to use when necessary.

For this review, we ordered a Privacy Hero 2 – a powerhouse router that FlashRouters recently added to its arsenal. Privacy Hero 2 is designed for NordVPN, having exclusive NordLynx support (a new-generation VPN protocol that offers an improved, faster, and more secure connection).

This VPN router is perfect for newbies – all you need to do is plug it into your existing ISP router, and it’s done. You don’t even need to set it up, as it comes with one year of NordPass Basic pre-configured.

In addition to the easy setup, we’re also happy with how Privacy Hero 2 performs. It provides speedy connections and wide coverage due to its four antennas – this is essential, as the router is designed for optimized streaming and gaming.

The standard price of Privacy Hero 2 is $249.99, but you can get it for $179.99 when it’s on sale. It’s important to mention that you also get one year of FlashRouters‘ expert U.S.-based Gold-level support and one year of Privacy Hero Premium Cloud software (updates included).

Unless you’re an advanced user, shopping for a VPN router can be overwhelming. Thankfully, FlashRouters makes it easy for everyone to find the device that best suits their needs.

The website has a few categories, such as gaming, routers under a certain price, and travel VPN routers. However, we recommend filling out the quick form FlashRouters has available. Just tell the company which home size (or number of devices) you need to cover, which firmware you prefer, and what VPN service you use, and the website gives you a list of all the available solutions for you.

From there, choosing, ordering, and getting the VPN router at your front door is painless. Our reviewer testing Privacy Hero 2 is based in Europe, and the router arrived quickly, safely, and well-packed. Of course, shipping is much faster if you’re a domestic customer – from 2 to 10 days. The products are sent via USPS or FedEx, depending on the type of shipping.

Since FlashRouters flash the router and set it up with your VPN account before shipping the device, the routers are plug-and-play – making it effortless to secure your private network. Still, advanced users can (and should) configure their routers to their liking.

FlashRouters prices vary between $100 and $1,000 – it depends on the type of router you need. Domestic customers get free standard shipping for orders above $200, but Express shipping always costs a $20 flat rate. International shipping costs will depend on where you live, and keep in mind that you’re the one who will have to pay for any customs, duties, processing fees, or additional taxes.how

If you already have a router, you can also pay FlashRouters to flash it for you remotely. The price depends on the firmware and ranges from $75 to $100.

Although the company provides customer service via a ticket system, customers can get improved service by paying a subscription. There are two options: Silver and Gold, billed every three months or annually. Opting for a 1-year plan saves you up to 40%. Keep in mind that every device sold by FlashRouters.com includes three months of tech support to ensure that your router is fully set up and ready to run the VPN provider of your choice.

Silver offers live chat assistance, 48-hour support ticket responses, router updates, a single 1-on-1 remote support session, and more. Meanwhile, Gold provides faster ticket responses, four 1-on-1 remote support sessions, and cheaper additional sessions if needed.

All routers come with a 30-day satisfaction guarantee and a 1-year open-source warranty that can be extended up to two years.

Customers can contact FlashRouters via a ticket system, which takes 1-2 business days to respond. People who sign up for premium customer support get enhanced service, including live chat assistance and 1-on-1 remote support sessions.

Finally, the company is present on Facebook, X, Instagram, and YouTube – though these channels are mainly for sharing new products and time-limited sales, not customer support.

The best part? Since all routers are pre-configured, even beginners can enjoy the protection of a VPN router without having to get too technical. Of course, customization is still an option for more advanced users.

Prices start at $100, and all purchases come with three months of premium customer support, a 30-day satisfaction guarantee, and a 1-year open-source warranty.