Zen Broadband Reviews

Read Zen broadband features in more detail

• Zen FRITZ!Box router review

  All Zen broadband packages include the excellent FRITZ!Box 7530 AX router. This advanced router offers Wi-Fi 6 technology for improved performance and efficiency. Read more about the FRITZ!Box 7530 AX technical specifications

  Key features of the FRITZ!Box 7530 AX router :

  • Wi-Fi 6: Supports the latest Wi-Fi standard for faster speeds and a more stable connection.
  • Dual band: The router intelligently manages both Wi-Fi bands (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) to keep your devices connected to the optimal frequency for the best performance.
  • Connectivity: 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports for wired connections. USB port for connecting a network printer or sharing media storage
  • Built-in DECT phone system: Connect up to 6 cordless DECT phones. Alternatively, you can connect a traditional analogue phone on the rear of the router.
  • Google contacts synchronisation: Keeps your home phone and mobile contact lists up-to-date.
  • Parental controls: Manage internet access and set time limits for your family's devices. (More details below)
  • Secure connections: WPA3 encryption and built-in additional security features.
  • Optional features: For larger homes, Zen offers Mesh Wi-Fi functionality (Zen EveryRoom) to eliminate Wi-Fi weak spots. You can add EveryRoom to your broadband package for £9 extra per month.

  FRITZ!Box Guest WiFi

  The FRITZ!Box has the option of a private guest WiFi network which is separate from your home or business network. You can even create a custom welcome page with your own image and welcome text; great for cafes, small shops or your guests at home. You can even opt for guests to consent to your terms and conditions via a check box before granting access. Traffic management options can be deployed to your guest network so its usage it limited to general web browsing and emails, avoiding user abuse. Access can also be gained by offering guests a convenient QR code image to log in.

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• Zen FRITZ!Box parental controls

  With the Zen FRITZ!Box router you can use tickets to allow devices to access the internet regardless of the time limit set in the FRITZ!Box parental controls. Each ticket consists of a randomly generated six-digit code. If a device redeems the ticket in a web browser, it's then granted a single, 45-minute extension of online time. It's an uncomplicated method of managing ad hoc screen time for surfing outside of parental control time slots without having to adjust the parental control settings in the router.

• Free static IP address

  All Zen customers get a free static IP address. This feature is typically something you require if you're running your own business and want to connect remotely to your office computers. With a static IP address, you can manage your home or business network via the FRITZ!Box router from anywhere in the world. Gamers will also benefit from the ability to host online gaming sessions.

• Zen Digital Voice home phone

  Zen Full Fibre broadband doesn't require a traditional phone line. If you need a home phone or want to keep your existing number, Zen offers a Digital Voice service for £6 per month. This add-on feature utilises VoIP technology, relying on your broadband connection for call quality, and includes 1,000 minutes of calls to UK mobiles and landlines. It's important to remember that if your broadband connection goes down, you won't be able to make or receive calls, including those to emergency services. For vulnerable customers who rely on a phone for emergencies, having a mobile phone as a backup is recommended.