GL.iNet Flint 3e (GL-BE6500) Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7 Home Router

The Flint 3e (GL-BE6500) is the sensible way into the Wi-Fi 7 generation: a Qualcomm-powered dual-band router that pairs wireless speeds of up to 688 Mbps (2.4 GHz) + 5,764 Mbps (5 GHz) with five 2.5G Ethernet ports, so both your wireless and wired devices get next-generation headroom.

Wi-Fi 7 here is more than a bigger number. Multi-Link Operation combines or switches between bands instantly for stable calls and lag-free gaming, 4K QAM packs up to 20% more data into every signal, and Multi-RU and Preamble Puncturing keep 100+ connected devices fast in crowded homes and offices, across up to 2,500 sq ft of coverage.

It is also a serious privacy appliance: OpenVPN with DCO acceleration and WireGuard both run at up to 680 Mbps, in client and server modes, with support for 30+ VPN services and multiple simultaneous tunnels routed per device. AdGuard Home blocks ads, trackers and malware, parental controls integrate with Bark, and dual-WAN failover with cellular or USB tethering backup keeps the whole network online when your broadband fails.

Key features

• Dual-band Wi-Fi 7 — 688 Mbps (2.4 GHz) + 5,764 Mbps (5 GHz) with MLO, 4K QAM, Multi-RU Puncturing and Preamble Puncturing.
• Five 2.5G Ethernet ports — top-tier wired speed for NAS, gaming and 4K/8K streaming, with a dedicated 2.5 Gbps WAN and LAN1 switchable to a second WAN.
• Fast VPN in both directions — up to 680 Mbps on WireGuard and OpenVPN (with DCO), client and server modes, 30+ providers, and per-device policy routing across multiple tunnels.
• Always-on connectivity — dual Ethernet WAN, Wi-Fi repeater, USB tethering and cellular backup with load balancing and automatic failover.
• 100+ devices, 2,500 sq ft — built for smart homes, offices and multi-user environments without dead zones.
• Family protection built in — AdGuard Home ad/tracker/malware blocking plus Bark-integrated parental controls with content filters, safe search and screen-time limits.
• USB 3.0 expansion — share files and printers, run remote downloads, or add 4G/5G mobile connectivity.
• Developer-friendly OpenWrt platform — run home-lab projects with 1 GB DDR4 memory and 512 MB NAND storage, plus AstroWarp remote networking.
• Free expert support and regular firmware updates — performance and security improvements over the router's lifetime.

Works with

• All routers
• The networking range

Frequently asked questions

What does Wi-Fi 7 actually get me over Wi-Fi 6?

Speeds up to 6.5 Gbps, plus stability features: Multi-Link Operation combines or switches bands instantly so video calls and gaming stay smooth on a busy network, and 4K QAM delivers up to 20% faster transfers with lower latency.

How good is the VPN performance?

Up to 680 Mbps on both WireGuard and OpenVPN (with built-in DCO acceleration), measured in client mode on a local network. It supports 30+ VPN services, runs client and server modes, and can route different devices through different tunnels at the same time.

Can it keep me online if my broadband fails?

Yes. Flint 3e supports dual Ethernet WAN, Wi-Fi repeater, USB tethering and cellular backup, and automatically switches to a backup link when one connection fails — with load balancing to spread traffic when everything is up.

Is it suitable for a small office or home lab?

Very much so. Five 2.5G ports power cameras, printers, workstations and NAS devices; the OpenWrt platform supports virtual labs, Docker containers and custom network projects; and USB 3.0 adds file/printer sharing and tethering.

What parental controls does it have?

Flint 3e integrates with Bark so you can filter inappropriate websites, enable safe search and set screen-time limits, alongside AdGuard Home's network-wide ad, tracker and malware blocking.

Upgrading a home or small office to Wi-Fi 7? Call 0333 242 1314 or email sales@clisecure.com — we will help you plan the network.