Aircove
Specs

Aircove & Aircove Go:Tech specs

Key features

Dual-band Wi-Fi 6

More than enough bandwidth for dozens of devices. Everyone’s connected—and protected.
WPA3 Encryption

Supported devices enjoy WPA3 encryption—the highest Wi-Fi security standard available.
Bandwidth Efficiency

OFDMA, a Wi-Fi 6 technology, assigns channels effectively and communicates with multiple devices simultaneously.
Gigabit Ethernet

Connect computers, game consoles, streaming boxes, and more with blazing-fast gigabit Ethernet.

Benchmarks of Aircove/Aircove Go speeds vs Netgear R7000

Never miss a beat

Surf, download, or stream in 4K HD—without compromising on performance. Aircove offers VPN speeds of up to 330 Mbps* for multiple devices simultaneously. That’s 7 times faster than older VPN routers like the Netgear R7000.

*Maximums are based on ideal use conditions. The Lightway TCP protocol must be selected.

Tech specifications

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Aircove Go

Aircove

Wi-fi standard

Dual-band (2.4 GHz/5 GHz) Wi-Fi, AX1800 MU-MIMO, Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11 g/n/ac/ax)

Wi-Fi speed and coverage*

• Up to 600 Mbps (2.4 GHz), up to 1,200 Mbps (5 GHz)• Up to 750 sq. ft. / 70 sq. m.

• Up to 600 Mbps (2.4 GHz), up to 1,200 Mbps (5 GHz)• Up to 1600 sq. ft. / 150 sq. m.

VPN Speed

Up to 330 Mbps

Processor, memory, and storage

1.2 GHz 64-bit Quad-Core CPU, 512 MB RAM, 128 MB flash storage

Security features

• Built-in** ExpressVPN protection with Network Lock kill switch• Advanced protection: Threat Manager, parental controls, and ad blocking• WPA2/3 Wi-Fi security• Automatic updates• Custom DNS when VPN is disconnected

Supported VPN protocols

LightwayOpenVPN DCO

Supported WAN connection protocols

• Ethernet: DHCP, PPPoE, Static IP• Wi-Fi Link^: DHCP

• Ethernet: DHCP, PPPoE, Static IP• Wi-Fi Link^: DHCP

Dimensions and weight

125 mm x 82 mm x 36 mm, 245 g

210 mm x 120 mm x 36.8 mm, 445 g

INTERFACE

• 1 x WAN Ethernet port• 2 x LAN Ethernet ports• 1 x LED• 1 x reset button• 1 x USB Type-C power input• 2 x external antennas

• 1 x WAN Ethernet port• 4 x LAN Ethernet ports• 1 x LED• 1 x reset button• 1 x DC5521 power input• 4 x external antennas

Package contents

• 1 x Aircove Go router (AXG1800)• 1 x two-piece power adapter (compatible with U.S., UK, EU, and AUS outlets)• 1 x Ethernet cable• 1 x travel pouch

• 1 x Aircove router (AX1800)• 1 x two-piece power adapter (compatible with U.S., UK, EU, and AUS outlets)• 1 x Ethernet cable

Operating requirements

Working temperature: 0–40°C (32–104°F)Power input: 5V/4A USB Type-C input

Working temperature: 0–40°C (32–104°F)Power input: 12V/1.5A DC input

NEW

Aircove Go

Wi-fi standard

Dual-band (2.4 GHz/5 GHz) Wi-Fi, AX1800 MU-MIMO, Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11 g/n/ac/ax)

Wi-Fi speed and coverage*

• Up to 600 Mbps (2.4 GHz), up to 1,200 Mbps (5 GHz)• Up to 750 sq. ft. / 70 sq. m.

VPN Speed

Up to 330 Mbps

Processor, memory, and storage

1.2 GHz 64-bit Quad-Core CPU, 512 MB RAM, 128 MB flash storage

Security features

• Built-in** ExpressVPN protection with Network Lock kill switch• Advanced protection: Threat Manager, parental controls, and ad blocking• WPA2/3 Wi-Fi security• Automatic updates• Custom DNS when VPN is disconnected

Supported VPN protocols

LightwayOpenVPN DCO

Supported WAN connection protocols

• Ethernet: DHCP, PPPoE, Static IP• Wi-Fi Link^: DHCP

Dimensions and weight

125 mm x 82 mm x 36 mm, 245 g

INTERFACE

• 1 x WAN Ethernet port• 2 x LAN Ethernet ports• 1 x LED• 1 x reset button• 1 x USB Type-C power input• 2 x external antennas

Package contents

• 1 x Aircove Go router (AXG1800)• 1 x two-piece power adapter (compatible with U.S., UK, EU, and AUS outlets)• 1 x Ethernet cable• 1 x travel pouch

Operating requirements

Working temperature: 0–40°C (32–104°F)Power input: 5V/4A USB Type-C input

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Aircove

Wi-fi standard

Wi-Fi speed and coverage*

• Up to 600 Mbps (2.4 GHz), up to 1,200 Mbps (5 GHz)• Up to 1600 sq. ft. / 150 sq. m.

VPN Speed

Processor, memory, and storage

Security features

Supported VPN protocols

Supported WAN connection protocols

• Ethernet: DHCP, PPPoE, Static IP• Wi-Fi Link^: DHCP

Dimensions and weight

210 mm x 120 mm x 36.8 mm, 445 g

INTERFACE

• 1 x WAN Ethernet port• 4 x LAN Ethernet ports• 1 x LED• 1 x reset button• 1 x DC5521 power input• 4 x external antennas

Package contents

• 1 x Aircove router (AX1800)• 1 x two-piece power adapter (compatible with U.S., UK, EU, and AUS outlets)• 1 x Ethernet cable

Operating requirements

Working temperature: 0–40°C (32–104°F)Power input: 12V/1.5A DC input

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*Range and performance also depend on your internet service provider, device usage, home layout, building materials, obstructions, and other factors.**VPN functionality requires an active ExpressVPN subscription, sold separately. Aircove/Aircove Go will perform standard router functions without one.^A feature that lets you connect to the internet via another Wi-Fi network, instead of using an Ethernet cable. Supports Wi-Fi encryption protocols WPA, WPA/WPA2-Personal, WPA2/WPA3-Mixed, and WPA3. It does not work with WPA2/WPA3-Enterprise or WEP.

Aircove Go: Designed for portability

Easily carry Aircove Go wherever you go. A travel pouch keeps your gear tidy and protected. And while Aircove Go comes with power adapter heads for the US, UK, EU, and Australia, it can run on a USB-C power bank, too. Learn about the power bank requirements for Aircove Go.

Setup guide for Aircove and Aircove Go

It takes just five minutes to set up an Aircove or Aircove Go. Our video tutorial will walk you through the process, or head to our Support page for the detailed version with additional tips.

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