I bought this to replace a Homehub 3 because it was unable to cope with an increase in wireless interference from other nearby routers - especially a Talk Talk router on the 2.4GHz band - without dropping the connection four or five times a day. I have now had the Homehub 5 for about a month and during that time, while the potential interference from nearby routers has been the same as before, the connection has now been rock solid - clearly the Homehub 5 improved technology/software whatever has worked. So, although the five was primarily designed for BT Infinity, for me it has clearly delivered a huge benefit on a plain old copper connection.
I also looked on the web to find out how to separate the 2.4 GHz band from the 5 GHz band so as to be able to use them as separate wireless connections. I did this and it has worked well. On the 2.4 GHz band I can see 10 or 11 other routers crowded into the same set of wavebands that I'm using. On the 5 GHz band, I'm all on my own with no interference at all. So, if the 2.4 GHz band lets me down, I can always switch to the 5 GHz one but, so far, I haven't needed to. On the basis of my experience so far, the HomeHub 5 looks like a good buy.
The wireless connection is also noticeably quicker than with the older hub and the signal is stronger right throughout our admittedly small terraced house. I would recommend this piece of kit and it missing five stars only because I haven't had it for very long so I can't be absolutely certain yet but if it keeps performing like this, I'll come back and give it five stars. Also at this price, it's a steal!
| Brand | BT |
|---|---|
| Product Dimensions | 3.1 x 23.6 x 11.61 cm; 290.3 Grams |
| Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. |
| Item model number | Home Hub 5 |
| Manufacturer | BT |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Item Weight | 290 g |
