Unfortunately the 5500 had a bumpy ride during it's development. Thats not to say that ALL D-Links routers are the same. Do not let the 5500 spoil your experiences with D-link routers. There are better D-Link model routers out there which I have made you aware of.
Agree! I've had the DIR-868L for quite awhile! It serves as a great router AND AP! Furry recommend this router for me awhile back, and I'm glad I made the purchase! Money well spent IMO! I'm also really happy with the DIR-890L! Performance exceeds the 5500 without a doubt! Keep in mind, there are a few "bugs" that I really hope D-Link doesn't drop the ball on (QoS / Naming devices & Re-naming devices seem). I became really frustrated with D-Link after the 5500 falling short of expectations and D-Link seeming to "give up" on the 5500. I tried a few other "top of the line" routers from other manufacturers, and became just as / even more frustrated with "buggy" firmware and "sub par" performance. Just my two cents

Most of us paid full price when it first came out. Kind wish I hadn't however live and learn.
Add me to the list of "paid full price" for the 5500. Live and learn, like Furry! After my experiences with the 5500 and being one of the first to own it [5500], I did wait on the DIR-890L. I kept on eye on the forums and did my research! I think I waited too long

, because I would've been enjoying it longer had I purchased it sooner.

I was holding out for the DIR-895L, as it was suppose to be released in the spring of 2015. It's now fall of 2015 and still no DIR-895L. I'm 100% satisfied with my purchase of the DIR-890L, even with a few "bugs" that still need to be worked out. Again, I'm hopeful D-Link will get them straightened out.
If you can return the 5500, do it! Give the 868L a try or the 890L a try. If you're gaming (console or PC), I recommend the 890L!