If you have a password that’s deemed “weak” by the software (as in too easy to guess), Gryphon will alert you from the Security Center. If a connected device has an open, unguarded port, it can be used as a backdoor for hackers to gain access to your network. The Security Center warns you of two major risk factors: weak passwords and open ports. Remaining safe while browsing the web is more important than ever before, especially today when there are so many data leaks. Allow VPN: If you choose to allow a user to use a VPN, it can bypass Gryphon’s filtering and parental control features.Store Browsing History: Tracks the browsing history of that user so that you can review it from within the Gryphon app.Ad Blocker: Blocks ads on a hardware level, meaning any connected device can see content without the need for an ad blocker extension.Safe YouTube: Blocks all YouTube videos that are flagged for adult content.Safe Search: Filters out adult content from popular search engines.Options range from Toddler (blocks all except specified safe sites) to Unfiltered (unrestricted access.) Age Group: Assign specific safety settings based on age.There are a variety of individual settings you can activate within User settings, too: The ability to block specific websites during certain hours is tremendously useful for both parents and people that need help focusing on tasks and avoiding distractions. You can block gambling or dating websites, social networks, and even music and video streaming sites.
Access Control allows you to block websites by URL or by category. It even includes a feature called “Show CDN” that declutters the browsing history so you can more easily see the websites that the user visited. You can also view their browsing history via the app. For example, you can set specific periods of time that your kids can access the internet with their laptop. Creating individual users means you can limit the amount of time or the kind of content an account can access. Each user has their own settings that include Screen Time, Web Browsing, Access Control, Data Usage, and more. You can set up multiple users within the app and assign specific devices to that user. What stands out most about the Gryphon AX and its app are the number of features and options it brings to the table. This subscription normally costs $99 per year or $9.99 per month. Many of the best features of the router are locked behind a premium subscription. In addition to the base purchase price of the router, it includes 12 months of Gryphon Premium for free. We examined many of the top Wi-Fi 6 routers on the market, and there are few options with better speeds and similar features for this price point. Gryphon also provides a 90-day money back guarantee if you’re on the fence about taking the risk.
You can combine more than just two Gryphon AX routers if you have a larger home, but two of the routers are sufficient to cover 5,000 square feet of space. You can also purchase a two-pack for $479, resulting in savings of $80. If you want to hardwire a gaming console or a computer, you will only have one port to work with. One is the connection point for the Ethernet cable from the router. The only real downside to the AX is that each router has only two ports. The physical design of the AX is much smaller than the Tower, which makes it easier to fit into tight spaces. There is built-in malware filtering and intrusion detection technology to keep your home network more secure, along with a ton of parental controls. It also handles triband networks (2.4 GHz and two 5 GHz). It supports up to 4.3 Gbps and can support a greater number of connected devices. The Gryphon AX, on the other hand, can handle Wi-Fi 6.
The Tower provides up to 5,000 square feet of coverage with two routers (one serving as a repeater) and throughputs speeds up to 1.3 Gbps. They aren’t interchangeable you can’t use one Gryphon AX and one Gryphon Tower. The primary difference between the two router types is their coverage.