Best Wi-Fi Routers for status light usefulness

#1 GL.iNet GL-BE3600 Slate 7
4.8

The front touchscreen is more informative than a simple status light, showing connection mode, traffic and other live information. It proved genuinely useful rather than merely decorative.

Pros: Wi-Fi speed, close-range speed

Cons: mesh performance, seamless handoff

#2 Fritz!Box 5690 Pro
4.5

The front LEDs are clear and easy to interpret, giving at-a-glance confirmation of internet, wireless and telephony status.

Pros: long-range speed, whole-home coverage

Cons: XGS-PON support, Matter support