The test shows: In terms of Wi-Fi speed, the provider routers are hardly worse than the FritzBox 5690 Pro, and in some cases even better over distance. However, although the routers advertise top performance, they lack the most important innovation in the Wi-Fi sector of recent years alongside Wi-Fi 7: the low-interference and fast 6-gigahertz frequency band...

The FRITZ!Box 5690 Pro is undoubtedly the most powerful model AVM has ever built. Wi-Fi 7 with the 6 GHz band, an integrated dual modem for DSL and fibre, Zigbee for the smart home and the familiar FRITZ! convenience – this is an impressive all-round package that leaves little to be desired...

The FRITZ!Box 5690 Pro is an excellent choice for users who value flexibility, future-proofing and strong Wi-Fi performance. With minor compromises - such as the lack of wall mounting and only one USB port - it still proves to be a successful overall package. It is a highly recommended upgrade, especially for households with high speed and stability requirements.