Part 3: ASUS vs. GL.iNet vs. Privacy Hero — Finding Your Perfect Match

When you’re looking for the best VPN router, it helps to compare a few standout brands. In 2025, ASUS, GL.iNet, and Privacy Hero cover most needs—from raw performance to plug-and-play simplicity and family-focused safety.

Explore current models in our VPN router collection.

ASUS routers running stock ASUSWRT or ASUSWRT-Merlin firmware are known for maximum control and performance. They’re ideal for users who want to push VPN throughput to the limit and customize every aspect of their setup.

View the full lineup of ASUS VPN routers or see our ASUS RT-BE58U review for a closer look.

GL.iNet routers come with VPN functionality built right in using an OpenWRT-based interface. No flashing or technical work is required—just sign in with your VPN credentials and go.

Shop the GL.iNet VPN router collection, including the Flint 3 WiFi 7 and Flint 2 AX6000.

Privacy Hero combines VPN protection, ad blocking, malware filtering, and parental controls into one seamless device. It’s perfect for homes that want safety and privacy without manual setup.

Explore the Privacy Hero 2 NordVPN Router — our official NordVPN-optimized model. Setup help is available in our support guide.

Technical Comfort

• High: ASUS — try the ASUS RT-BE58U WiFi 7 or RT-BE88U.
• Medium: GL.iNet — top picks include the Flint 3 BE9300 or Flint 2 AX6000.
• Low: Privacy Hero — choose the Privacy Hero 2 NordVPN Router.

Primary Use Case

• Maximum performance: ASUS RT-BE92U
• VPN simplicity: GL.iNet Flint 3 BE9300
• Family protection: Privacy Hero 2

Budget & Longevity

• High: ASUS ZenWiFi BE5000
• Medium: GL.iNet Flint 3
• Subscription-based: Privacy Hero 2

Next in Part 4: a hands-on guide to installing and optimizing your VPN connection. Learn about protocol choices in our VPN protocols comparison guide or start browsing the full FlashRouters VPN router catalog now.