Better connectivity meets forward-looking features.
Whether you simply want fast, reliable Wi-Fi you never need to worry
about, or want to manage every aspect of your home network, OnHub gives
you the capabilities you’re looking for in a sleek design. Plus, it
automatically updates to ensure it always feels new.
What's New
2016.08.31
A year ago, we introduced OnHub — a router that’s easy to use, and built to
be placed front and center in homes (where Wi-Fi works best). Since then,
we've been busy delivering on our promise that OnHub keeps getting better.
Features you’ll love.
Designed with you in mind
The Google Wifi app makes it easy to set up and manage OnHub from your iPhone or Android device. You can adjust settings, test connections, prioritize devices, and troubleshoot network issues even when you’re on the go. And with the ability to assign guest managers, you can give and receive network help from friends and family, no matter where they are.
Learn more about what Google Wifi can do.
More antennas, better coverage
While most routers only have two antennas, OnHub from TP-LINK comes
equipped with 13. They’re set in a unique circular pattern that extends
optimal Wi-Fi coverage across multiple directions throughout your home.
That means you’ll benefit from faster, more stable connections in the
house.
Smart lighting in any room
OnHub now syncs with Philips Hue, the leading dynamic home lighting system.
This new feature allows you to change your Philips Hue lights using your
wireless network, and control your lighting from any computer, tablet, or
mobile device without downloading an app. Type On.Here in any browser to
get started.
Guest network creation
Visit On.Here to easily create and manage
guest networks for any devices you want to share, set different levels
of access for everyone on those networks, and enable guests to share on
your devices. After you set up a guest network, your visitors will also
be able to adjust your home’s Philips Hue lights directly from On.Here.
IFTTT-Enabled
OnHub is the first router that supports IFTTT, which lets you create
simple commands to automate basic tasks and devices in your home. Design
your own “Recipes” to automatically modify lighting, smartphones, Nest
thermostats, Chromecasts, and hundreds of other devices and services
that use IFTTT.
Express yourself with emoji
Tired of having to use a boring name for your network? With OnHub, you
can now express yourself and your household’s creativity by using emoji
in your network name. Just go to the Settings menu in your Google Wifi app,
select “Hardware,” choose your OnHub, and select “Device Name” to start
editing.
Check your network
OnHub regularly performs a Network Check to evaluate the speed of the
connection between your devices and the speed delivered by your Internet
service provider. This helps you quickly identify anything that might be
slowing down your Wi-Fi network.
Prioritizing devices
The Google Wifi app allows you to prioritize a specific device on your
network to ensure it gets the fastest possible Wi-Fi speed. OnHub
allocates more bandwidth to your priority device so you can upload a
file faster or get smooth streaming when watching your favorite show.
Customize names for each device
When you’ve got a lot of devices simultaneously connected to your network,
it can be tough to keep track of them all. That’s why OnHub lets you
create a custom name for every device, making it easier to prioritize
which ones get the fastest Wi-Fi speed.
Congestion-sensing antenna
High traffic on a single channel can slow down Wi-Fi speed, so OnHub
regularly scans the environment and switches to a different channel if
it detects interference from other devices. You’ll spend less time
waiting and more time streaming, sharing, and downloading.
Automatic band steering
OnHub operates on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi bands, and it uses
automatic band steering to switch devices to whichever band is faster.
This boosts connection speed and improves network performance as a
whole. Most devices can’t switch automatically, so OnHub does it for
them.
Boost speed with a wave of the hand
With OnHub from ASUS, you can increase Wi-Fi speed for a specific
device simply by passing your hand over the top of your OnHub unit.
That means the devices that require more bandwidth--whether they’re
streaming, downloading, or uploading--can get a boost whenever they need it.
Stronger security
Network security is critical, and that’s why OnHub won’t activate unless
it’s running trusted software that’s been verified by Google. That
ensures your network and anyone who uses it stays safe.
High-tech meets high-art
OnHub isn’t just a router – it’s a work of art. That’s why we launched
OnHub Makers, a partnership with artists and designers from around the
globe, to create eye-catching and imaginative designs for OnHub from
TP-LINK. Check out these inspiring
creations at the Maker Gallery.
Select your own style
OnHub works best when it’s placed out in the open, so unlike other routers,
it’s designed to be a stylish, sophisticated addition to your home. With
OnHub from TP-LINK, you can choose from three customized shells to
complement your home’s décor. They’re currently available in white and
gold, black and silver, and natural bamboo.
Next-gen compatibility
OnHub uses Bluetooth Smart to pair with devices longer while using less
power. With 802.15.4 support built-in, OnHub is prepared to connect with
smart home products. And it’s ready for Weave, a new technology that
allows device setup from your smart phone. OnHub keeps you equipped for
the latest emerging technologies.
Password sharing
OnHub makes it simple to change your password to something secure and
easy to remember, allowing you to quickly connect a new device to your
network. Plus you can text friends your password so they can join easily
too.
Products
ASUS
Control with a wave of your hand
In a busy home, people stream movies, play music, or upload files to the
cloud all at the same time. That means some devices need more bandwidth
than others, so wave control allows you to boost Wi-Fi speed for any
specific device simply by passing your hand over the top of OnHub.
TP-LINK
Boost your range in any direction
OnHub from TP-LINK includes a specialized reflector for one internal
antenna so you can focus on even stronger Wi-Fi signal wherever you need
it most.
Tech Specs
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Size and weight
| ASUS | TP-LINK | |
| Size | 7.94in x 5.03in x 5.20in | 7.5in x 4.1in x 4.6in |
| Weight | 1.66lb | 1.9lb |
| Color | Slate Gray | Blue or Black |
Hardware
| ASUS | TP-LINK | |
| Proximity Sensor | ✓ | |
| Front-facing antenna | ✓ | |
| Lighting | Subtle lighting on the base (single tri-color LED) | Ambient light ring on top (six tri-color LEDs) |
| Congestion Sensing Radio | ✓ | ✓ |
| CPU | Dual core each up to 1.4GHz | Dual core each up to 1.4GHz |
| e-MMC flash | 4GB | 4GB |
| Memory | 1GB | 1GB |
| Ports | 1x WAN, 1xLAN, 1x USB 3.0 | 1x WAN, 1xLAN, 1x USB 3.0 |
| Speaker (used in setup process) | ✓ | ✓ |
| NOR Flash | 8MB | 8MB |
| Trusted platform module | Infineon SLB 9615 | Infineon SLB 9615 |
Electrical and environmental requirements
| ASUS | TP-LINK | |
| DC in | <19V*1.75A | <12V*3A |
| AC in | 100~240V 50~60Hz | 100~240V 50~60Hz |
| Operating temperature ranges | 0-40°C | 0-40°C |
| Operating humidity | 0-90% humidity; non-condensing | 0-90% humidity; non-condensing |
Networking
| ASUS | TP-LINK | |
| AUX Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 1x1 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 1x1 |
| Ethernet Switch | QCA8337 Gigabit sw | QCA8337 Gigabit sw |
| Connectivity | AC1900 | AC1900 |
| Wireless Support | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| 2.4 & 5GHz Wireless | Dual concurrent 3x3 with Smart Antenna | Dual concurrent 3x3 with Smart Antenna |
| WAN Port | 1x 10/100/1000 Mbps | 1x 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| LAN Port | 1x 10/100/1000 Mbps | 1x 10/100/1000 Mbps |
Compatibility
| ASUS | TP-LINK | |
| Thread (coming soon) | 802.15.4 Conformance | 802.15.4 Conformance |
| Bluetooth Smart Ready | ✓ | ✓ |
| 802.15.4 Ready | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weave Ready | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wireless Security | WPA2-PSK | WPA2-PSK |
Other
| ASUS | TP-LINK | |
| TPM (trusted boot) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Auto-updates | ✓ | ✓ |
| iOS & Android App | ✓ | ✓ |
Ready for a better way to Wi-Fi?