--- product_id: 487848241 title: "GL-A1300 Slate Plus Travel Router, OpenWrt, VPN, Dual Band" brand: "gl.inet" price: "R3365" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/487848241-gl-a1300-slate-plus-travel-router-openwrt-vpn-dual-band store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Network Storage via USB 1300 Mbps Dual-Band WiFi Pre-installed OpenVPN & WireGuard GL-A1300 Slate Plus Travel Router, OpenWrt, VPN, Dual Band **Brand:** gl.inet **Price:** R3365 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌍 Travel smart, surf safe, and stay connected like a pro. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** GL-A1300 Slate Plus Travel Router, OpenWrt, VPN, Dual Band by gl.inet - **How much does it cost?** R3365 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/487848241-gl-a1300-slate-plus-travel-router-openwrt-vpn-dual-band) ## Best For - gl.inet enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted gl.inet brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Blazing Dual-Band Speeds:** Experience seamless connectivity with combined 1300 Mbps WiFi (400 Mbps @2.4GHz + 867 Mbps @5GHz) for ultra-smooth streaming and multitasking. - • **Fully Customizable OpenWrt OS:** Harness the power of OpenWrt 21.02 to tailor your router’s features and apps exactly how you want — total control in your hands. - • **Rock-Solid Security On-The-Go:** Stay protected anywhere with built-in OpenVPN and WireGuard clients, plus a VPN kill switch that guarantees no data leaks when VPN drops. - • **Private Cloud Storage Anywhere:** Plug in a USB drive and instantly create your own secure network storage with SAMBA and WebDav support — perfect for sharing files on the move. - • **Effortless VPN & AdGuard Toggle:** Switch VPN or AdGuard Home on/off instantly with a physical button, making privacy and ad-blocking just a click away. ## Overview The GL.iNet GL-A1300 Slate Plus is a compact, dual-band WiFi 5 travel router powered by a 717MHz IPQ4018 CPU, delivering up to 1300 Mbps combined wireless speed. Running OpenWrt 21.02, it offers advanced customization, pre-installed OpenVPN and WireGuard VPN clients with a kill switch, and network storage capabilities via USB. Designed for professionals on the move, it secures your connection in hotels, cafes, and airports while enabling private cloud storage and easy VPN toggling. ## Description GL.iNet bridges the gap between speed and security. Specializing in OpenWrt-based routers and remote KVM solutions, we provide the tools that offer the flexibility and control required in an increasingly connected world. ## Features - 【DUAL BAND AC WIRELESS ROUTER】 Dual band network with wireless speed 400Mbps(2.4G)+867Mbps(5G), Tethering Compatible. A highly stable and powerful IPQ4018 @717MHz CPU. PACKAGE CONTENTS: GL-A1300 (Slate Plus) router with 1-year limited warranty, power adapter (UK Plug), Ethernet cable and user manual. - 【OPEN SOURCE & PROGRAMMABLE】 Slate Plus runs on the latest OpenWrt 21.02 operating system and significantly reduced signal interference. You can customize the router and install applications based on your preferences. - 【VPN CLIENT & SERVER】 OpenVPN and WireGuard pre-installed, compatible with 30+ VPN service providers. Max. VPN speed of 28 Mbps (OpenVPN); 190 Mbps (WireGuard) - 【NETWORK STORAGE】Our network storage feature supports SAMBA and WebDav protocols. By plugging an external USB hard drive into the router, you can create a private network storage to store and share your documents. - 【CAN BE WIDELY USED】 No matter you are at hotel, café, airport, restaurant, RV or other places, you could connect the router to the public WiFi hotspot and secure your connected devices. It is small and light, 118 x 84 x 33 mm (L*W*H) / 429g, which is very convenient to carry around while working or travelling. - 【VPN INTERNET KILL SWITCH】 This is a countermeasure concept of activating a single shut off mechanism for all Internet traffic. If this feature is enabled, the router needs to run the a VPN client(OpenVPN or WireGuard) all the time, if any of the VPN client isn't running, the devices connected to the router are Not Allowed to access the Internet. - 【VPN POLICIES】You can define VPN routing policies, it is possible to use VPN for a specific website/IP while maintaining a normal Internet traffic without VPN for others. - 【Enable VPN or AdGuard Home Easily】Immediately enable/disable your selected feature(AdGuard Home or OpenVPN Client or WireGuard Client) through the physical toggle switch. ***The default setting of the button is NO Function, you need to set it in the admin panel before using this function.*** ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Antenna Location | Home | | Antenna Type | Fixed | | Asin | B0B4ZSR2PX | | Best Sellers Rank | 9,632 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories) 83 in Routers | | Box Contents | Ethernet Cable, Power Adapter (UK Plugs), Router (with 2 years warranty), User Manual | | Brand Name | GL.iNet | | Colour | Black | | Compatible Devices | Wi-Fi enabled devices | | Connectivity Protocol | Wi-Fi, Ethernet | | Connectivity Technology | Ethernet, Wi-Fi | | Control Method | App | | Controller Type | Switch | | Country Of Origin | China | | Coverage | Standard indoor coverage | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,536) 4.5 out of 5 stars | | Data Transfer Rate | 1300 Megabits Per Second | | Frequency | 5 GHz | | Frequency Band Class | Dual-Band | | Has Internet Connectivity | Yes | | Has Security Updates | Yes | | Is Modem Compatible | No | | Item Dimensions L X W X H | 8.4L x 3.3W x 11.8H centimetres | | Item Weight | 429 Grams | | Lan Port Bandwidth | 1000 Mbps | | Manufacturer | GL-Technologies | | Manufacturer Part Number | GL-A1300 | | Maximum Upstream Data Transfer Rate | 867 Megabits Per Second | | Model Name | GL-A1300 | | Model Number | GL-A1300 | | Number Of Antennas | 2 | | Number Of Ports | 3 | | Operating System | OpenWrt 21.02 | | Other Special Features Of The Product | Access Point Mode | | Product Warranty | 1 year warranty | | Ram Memory Installed | 256 MB | | Router Network Type | wireless | | Security Protocol | WPA2 or WPA3 | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | | Voltage | 5 Volts | | Wi Fi Generation | Wi-Fi 5 | | Wireless Compability | 802.11a, 802.11ac, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n | ## Product Details - **Brand:** GL.iNet - **Colour:** Black - **Compatible devices:** Wi-Fi enabled devices - **Connectivity technology:** Ethernet, Wi-Fi - **Frequency band class:** Dual-Band - **Included components:** Ethernet Cable, Power Adapter (UK Plugs), Router (with 2 years warranty), User Manual - **Model name:** GL-A1300 - **Recommended uses for product:** Home - **Special feature:** Access Point Mode - **Wireless communication standard:** 802.11a, 802.11ac, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n ## Images ![GL-A1300 Slate Plus Travel Router, OpenWrt, VPN, Dual Band - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41m8wb9eOIL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Number Of Items** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can i use this product to allow me to connect more than one device to the hotel wifi when access is by user name and password?** A: Dear customer, For additional information about Captive Portal, we kindly suggest clicking on the docs provided below to access further details. https://docs.gl-inet.com/router/en/3/tutorials/connect_to_a_hotspot_with_captive_portal/ We hope the above is useful to you. Thank you. Sincerely, GL.iNet **Q: Can i power this off a usb3 connection or only mains? (i want to connect this to an ethernet cable to fill a room with wi-fi)** A: Yes, I use a powerbank, I think it consumes 5-6w not sure if a laptop would do though as it depends on the output **Q: Sim Card connection. I cannot see where or which model supports using any sim card for cellular connection?i.e. using 3, smarty, ee etc** A: Sorry, this router does not build in with sim card slot. **Q: Where is the option for VPN Kill Switch? I don't see it under the VPN menu** A: If you are using your mobile Go to, “Plugins” at the bottom of the page, then when all plugins appear click on “VPN Client” then top right click on the cog and you will find the option there. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to setup, manage locally or via the web. Great OPENVPN - WIREGUARD VPN router. *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 17 April 2025* This is very easy to set up. Comes configured as a router for easy connection to your existing LAN or ISP router. Simply plug in the cable supplied into the A1300's WAN port and your existing ISP routers LAN and bingo its ready to go.Its WIFI comes on and once connected using the password on the bottom of the device your connected to its own LAN 192.168.8.0/24 Then just use a browser to access 192.168.8.1 and log in and change the password to something you know. The interface is very simple and efficient.Now you might have purchased this as your VPN gateway for say your Amazon Firestick to use streaming securely.Before you can use any VPN you have to set it up. There's two client choices OPENVPN & WIREGAURD.I have tested both with ProtonVPN and they work a treat and are easy to set up. The easiest to set up is WIREGUARD as you just need to obtain a config file from your VPN provider, save it to your laptop and then under the menu on the router VPN WIREGUARDS CLIENTS just add the config file. Its easy point click, add and it verifies the config and adds the VPN profile to a list of wiredgaurd client options so you can have a few UK, US, etc... then select the one you want it to use and click ... START. It then starts the VPN the VPN indicator goes from amber to green and bingo its all working. Anything you plug into the LAN ports or WIFI now goes down the VPN.Now here's where the designers have really excel'd there's an option under the GLOBAL VPN setting to only allow VPN traffic so this is the 'KILL SWITCH' which means if the VPN stops or fails traffic cannot go to the Internet and expose you.Now for a little more good stuff. I got this for my mum and she won't know about VPN's turning them on or off etc.. by a menu. So if for any reason you need to turn off the VPN ... lets say a TV service like BBC detects the VPN and stops playing or won't start. You have two options, swap the VPN exit node & IP or temp turn off the VPN. So back to my mum and how she can easily do this... There's a little programable toggle switch on the side of the A1300 that you can select it to TURN OFF the VPN when you move it :-)Speed wise its good my 100Bmps WIFI gets close to 60Mbps on both 2.4 and 5Ghz using WIREGUARD. Its a little slower on OPENVPN say 38mbps but both very usable for video which needs 3-6Mbps for 1080p.So no its no gaming superfast wifi device. If you need a faster wifi you need to consider the more expensive models. But most VPN services only get 50-100Mbps in the UK in my experience so this is great for my purpose which is ANY device using this devices WIFI network goes down a VPN :-)Stability. Is very good no drops. If you restart it it auto connects the VPN.Manageability options. Easy access locally via 192.168.8.1 and log in. Or set up access via the GL.iNET GOODCLOUD service. Once enabled on the little router under APPLICATIONS 'GOODCLOUD' and you have created yourself an account on the GOODCLOUD web site, just add the device using the credentials the service provides and you can then access the device via the WEB from anywhere :-) https://www.goodcloud.xyz/Now if you thought things could not get better well they can.. There's an option from https://www.goodcloud.xyz/ login to add your device to a virtual SDWAN site to site network ! So you will need 2 devices. But here's what you can do. Set each device say device 1 up as standard regards its LAN (192.168.8.0/24) default, and your 2nd device at another location as 192.168.9.0/24 so each network is different and add both devices to the site-site service on the web https://www.goodcloud.xyz/ Then any device on either network can communicate via a secure WIREGUARD VPN site - site .. say one device can ping another. Great if you need LAN access across sites.Anyway that's enough for now but I am seriously impressed with this as a former enterprise WAN designer and Security guy. You will not be dissapointed. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent power and range. *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 11 August 2025* Took about 20 minutes for me to set up. I used ChatGPT to guide me through the set up rather than read any instructions, not that I can recall seeing any. Anyway - works better than I expected. I got rid of broadband / fibre at both my houses. Was costing too much. Replaced both with one mobile phone deal with EE with unlimited data at a fraction of the price. Problem was I needed a more reliable and powerful wifi generator than my iPhone. The power and range of this device is extremely good. Better than my last BT wifi box ! I thought I could connect my phone to it wirelessly and I think that is possible with some loss of functionality but I don’t need that facility so I connect my phone to it by wire. Very glad I bought it but some videos on Youtube to help with set up and problem solving would be very helpful! ChatGPT is just as good so no complaints. In the end - I’m delighted with my purchase if only disappointed in the frustration experienced setting it up. PS I have a wifi printer, smart TV and a smart plug which all needed to be connected to the network so my set up was perhaps a little more complicated than some might experience, ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Really good - but not fantastic for Tailscale exit node work.. *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 3 December 2025* Really good - but not fantastic for Tailscale exit node work...I’ve been using the Slate AX (GL-A1300) as a portable Wi-Fi and VPN travel router, and overall it’s a great little device — fast, compact, and feature-rich. It’s especially good for repeater mode on hotel / office networks and for keeping your devices isolated behind your own secure network.What works well:- The hardware is excellent for the price.- Very stable Wi-Fi once configurd.- The web interface is friendly (much easier than stock OpenWrt).- Repeater mode works reliably after the first setup.- Supports WireGuard, OpenVPN, and Tailscale out of the box.- Perfect size and power draw for travel.A note for Tailscale users:I wish I had known this before buying it.The Slate does run Tailscale natively, but I have had a battle gettign it to connect to an exit node reliably.Once it is set up to use an exit node (note, to USE and exit node, not be an exit node) it works well.I discovered that after rebooting the router, the exit-node routing sometimes doesn’t engage properly until Tailscale is toggled off/on again in the GUI & via SSH commands.It’s easy to work around and only happens on cold boot, but worth knowing if you rely heavily on Tailscale exit nodes when travelling.Addendum for GL.iNet:The hardware is excellent, but the firmware needed a nudge.It seems by default the Slate overrides its tailscale settings with each boot — which can be fixed making two simple changes:Delay Tailscale startup:- Edit /etc/init.d/tailscale and change:START=80 → START=99(Prevents Tailscale starting before the WAN link exists.)- Disable the automatic cleanup callComment this line:#/usr/sbin/tailscaled --cleanup(Avoids wiping routes that the router actually needs.)After these two fixes, the Slate became perfectly stable across reboots, Wi-Fi changes, travel networks, and captive portals.A future firmware update applying these two tweaks would make the out-of-box experience dramatically smoother. ## Frequently Bought Together - GL.iNet GL-A1300 Pocket VPN Travel Router - Portable Wi-Fi Router for Travel, Easy to Set up, Connect to Public & Hotel Wi-Fi login Page - GL.iNet Gadget Organizer Case for Travel Routers GL-AXT1800/ GL-MT3000/ GL-SFT1200/ GL-E750, Chargers, Cables, and Accessories, Sturdy & Durable Pouch, Hand-carry EVA bag, Anti-shock, Water Resistant - GL.iNet GL-SFT1200 (Opal) Secure Travel WiFi Router, AC1200 Dual Band Gigabit Ethernet Wireless Network, IPv6 USB 2.0, Repeater Bridge Access Point Mode, Router for Public Use, Easy Setup with Guide --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/487848241-gl-a1300-slate-plus-travel-router-openwrt-vpn-dual-band](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/487848241-gl-a1300-slate-plus-travel-router-openwrt-vpn-dual-band) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-08-25*