GL.iNet GL-MT3000 Beryl AX 2.5G Router
Product description
The essentials
Compact and secure, the GL.iNet GL-MT3000 Beryl AX is a pocket Wi‑Fi 6 travel router built for encrypted connections on the go. It combines multi‑gig ports with preinstalled VPN clients and server options, making it useful for business trips, mobile work, and leisure travel where public networks are risky. If you need a portable VPN router that handles multiple tasks, this model provides flexible options without complex setup.
Tech specs
- Wireless speed: 574Mbps (2.4G) + 2402Mbps (5G)
- Ports: 2.5G Multi‑gig WAN port: 1, Gigabit LAN port: 1
- Connectivity: USB 3.0: 1
- Firmware: OpenWrt 21.02
- VPN performance: OpenVPN up to 150 Mbps, WireGuard up to 300 Mbps
Where it shines
The Beryl AX simplifies secure browsing with OpenVPN and WireGuard preinstalled, and compatibility with 30+ VPN providers according to the manufacturer. Toggle hardware controls let you enable features like AdGuard Home or VPN client quickly after a brief admin step. It supports WPA3 and DNS over HTTPS and TLS for stronger privacy on public Wi‑Fi, and the ability to run both VPN client and server simultaneously opens remote access to local devices while routing outbound traffic through a VPN.
Usage tips
Think about packing this router when you expect to use hotel or airport Wi‑Fi, or when you need a dedicated local network while traveling. Set up the admin panel ahead of your trip to assign the physical toggle to the function you use most. Wondering about custom features And if you like tweaking settings, OpenWrt gives access to thousands of add‑ons for tailoring behavior and services.