Just got my hands on this tiny powerhouse and I'm already in love! The GL-AR300M16 is perfect for my digital nomad lifestyle. It's so lightweight (only 39g!) that I sometimes forget it's in my pocket.
The OpenWrt system gives me crazy flexibility - I've set up both OpenVPN and Wireguard for different use cases. Though I do wish it had USB-C like everything else in 2023 (come on guys, micro-USB feels so last decade!).
What surprised me most was how little power it uses. My 10,000mAh power bank keeps it running all day while I work from cafes. The dual Ethernet ports came in handy when I needed to share a hotel's wired connection with my team.
For $30, this little guy punches way above its weight class. Sure, it's not the fastest router out there, but for secure browsing on the go? Absolute game-changer!