I am thinking of getting Beryl AX and Flint 2. First for taking with me, second for home.
Can you please answer me some questions?
- Will both be updated to 4.9?
- USB stick modem support. Which one to get for them?
- Can both handle 3 SSD (via USB hub)?
Both the Beryl AX (GL-MT3000) and Flint 2 (GL-MT6000) are high-performance choices that align well with your travel and home use cases. Here is the breakdown of your specific questions:
Both routers are confirmed to receive the v4.9 firmware update. Flint 2 is currently on the official roadmap for a Q2 2026 release, while the Beryl AX follows closely behind in the active development cycle. For USB modems, the Huawei E3372 (4G) or the SIMPoYo 5G uFi are top-tier choices known for stability with GL.iNet's OpenWrt builds. Regarding your storage setup, while both have USB 3.0 ports, neither can reliably power three SSDs through a passive hub; the total power draw would exceed the port's output (typically limited to 5V/0.9A-1.5A). To run a triple-SSD array, you must use a powered USB hub (one with its own wall plug) to avoid brownouts and data corruption.
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