Huge size, Short range, Only three downstream LAN ports, No WPS connection mode
Phicomm's K3 router may not be the fastest, but it's very close to the best we've seen. It has a physical display to monitor the device’s activities and comes with a two-year warranty. The K3's range is limited to small and medium-size houses, and it shor...
It's fast and consistent on 2.4GHz, and it looks relatively “normal” compared to other futuristic-looking routers
The web interface and app need work. For the price, the long-range speed on 5GHz was disappointing, and it lacks detailed QoS to manage bandwidth. It also doesn't have extra antimalware features to protect your smart devices
The K3 has above-average overall speed, but its disorganized menu and limited range on 5GHz make it only worth the price if you really like the design...
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Published: 2018-03-31, Author: Dan , review by: CNET.co.uk
It's fast and consistent on 2.4GHz, and it looks relatively “normal” compared to other futuristic-looking routers
The web interface and app need work. For the price, the long-range speed on 5GHz was disappointing, and it lacks detailed QoS to manage bandwidth. It also doesn't have extra antimalware features to protect your smart devices
The K3 has above-average overall speed, but its disorganized menu and limited range on 5GHz make it only worth the price if you really like the design...
WISP mode to use Wi-Fi WAN connection, Strong 5 GHz performance
Three LAN ports, Limited port forward and service blocking features, New vendor to U.S. market, with sparse router product line
The bottom line is that the K3C is a decently performing router, especially in 5 GHz, with adequate, but unexceptional routing features. So should you take a chance on a vendor who is just getting started in networking and the U.S specifically?Well, there...
Only three LAN ports, So-so performance, Limited parental and QoS controls
The Phicomm K3C is a good looking midrange dual-band router that uses the latest Wi-Fi technologies, but a lack of features and controls keeps it from standing out...
