Which Routers Run Speedify, and How to Check Yours
Speedify runs on routers, not just phones and laptops, which lets it combine every internet connection for an entire network at once. The catch is that Speedify installs on a specific kind of router: one running OpenWrt or GL.iNet firmware on the right CPU. This guide explains what makes a router compatible in 2026, lists the device families that work, and shows how to confirm your own hardware before you buy or flash anything.
Once Speedify is on a compatible router, Speedify combines Wi-Fi, 4G/5G cellular, Ethernet, Starlink and satellite internet connections into one connection for the whole LAN. Speedify’s technology for combining internet connections sends traffic over all of them at once for faster downloads and uploads, and if a connection drops, traffic moves to the others without dropping calls or streams. With only one internet connection on the router, Speedify works as an encrypted VPN and cannot make it faster or stop it from dropping.
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Speedify Router Compatibility at a Glance
| Router type | Runs Speedify? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| OpenWrt on x86_64 (Intel or AMD) | Yes | OpenWrt 23.05 or newer; includes x86 mini-PCs |
| OpenWrt on aarch64 (Cortex A53 or A72) | Yes | Includes the Raspberry Pi 4 and Banana Pi R3 |
| GL.iNet firmware on supported CPUs | Yes | Many GL.iNet models qualify out of the box |
| MIPS processors (e.g. the original GL.iNet Beryl, GL-MT1300) | No | Not supported on any firmware, including mainline OpenWrt; the Beryl AX (GL-MT3000) has an ARM processor and is supported |
| DD-WRT firmware | No | Not currently supported |
| Stock vendor firmware (most consumer routers) | Not directly | Flash OpenWrt if the device is supported |
What Makes a Router Compatible with Speedify
Three things decide whether a router can run Speedify.
- The operating system. Speedify installs on OpenWrt or GL.iNet firmware. It does not run on stock vendor firmware or on DD-WRT. For how OpenWrt compares with Yocto, see whether OpenWrt is the best router OS.
- The CPU architecture. Speedify needs an x86_64 (Intel or AMD) or aarch64 (Cortex A53 or A72) processor. MIPS chips, common in older budget routers and used in the original GL.iNet Beryl (GL-MT1300), are not supported.
- The OpenWrt version. Speedify needs OpenWrt 23.05 or newer.
The authoritative, always-current list lives in Speedify’s supported routers article, and the full operating-system support matrix is in Speedify’s supported operating systems article.
Device Families That Run Speedify Today
In practice, most people run Speedify on one of a few hardware types: single-board computers like the Raspberry Pi and Banana Pi, small x86 mini-PCs acting as routers, and many GL.iNet travel and home routers. Each gives you a real router that combines internet connections and still does everything a normal router does. For the hardware background, see Speedify’s guide to what a router is and how it works.
How to Check or Set Up Your Router
If your router already runs a supported OpenWrt or GL.iNet build, follow Speedify’s OpenWrt and GL.iNet setup guide to install Speedify over SSH. If it runs stock firmware, check whether the model is supported in the OpenWrt firmware selector, flash OpenWrt, then install Speedify. Running Speedify on a router also requires a Speedify Router License, separate from a personal subscription.
Speedify on a Router vs. Dedicated Hardware for Combining Connections
A Speedify router does in software what dedicated multi-connection appliances do in expensive single-purpose boxes: combine multiple WANs, move traffic to another connection when one fails, and prioritize real-time traffic. The difference is that you pick the hardware, the router still works as your everyday router, and every connection stays encrypted.
Routers That Come with Speedify Built In
If you would rather not flash anything, Powered by Speedify routers ship with Speedify already inside. The Miri X510 from Miri Technologies is one example: it is built for live streaming and field work and combines up to seven internet connections at once, from two SIM slots for its 5G and 4G modems, two Ethernet WAN ports, Wi-Fi 6 and two USB ports for extra modems or tethered phones. It can also run on two hot-swappable NP-F batteries (not included).
Routers That Run Speedify: FAQ
Can I run Speedify on any router?
No. Speedify needs a router running OpenWrt or GL.iNet firmware on an x86_64 or aarch64 CPU. Stock firmware, DD-WRT, and MIPS processors are not supported.
Does Speedify work on a Raspberry Pi?
Yes, on supported models. The Raspberry Pi 4 is on Speedify’s supported routers list, since its Cortex A72 processor is a supported aarch64 CPU. Running the Speedify Linux app on Raspberry Pi OS instead of OpenWrt, Speedify has tested the Raspberry Pi 5, 4 B and 3B+. Check the list before buying a different model.
My GL.iNet router uses a mipsel chip. Can it run Speedify?
No. Speedify does not support routers with MIPS (including mipsel) processors, such as the original Beryl (GL-MT1300), on GL.iNet firmware or on mainline OpenWrt. The Beryl AX (GL-MT3000) has an ARM processor and is supported.
Do I need a special license to run Speedify on a router?
Yes. A Speedify Router License is required, separate from a personal Speedify subscription. Each Router License is priced by how much data you need each month, from $129 a year for 100 GB a month to $450 a year for 3 TB a month (1 TB and 3 TB plans are also sold month to month), and includes a complimentary Speedify for Individuals account for up to 5 other devices. The free tier is not available on routers.
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