RT-AX1800S

I decided to go with ASUS RT-AX1800S instead. Turns out this router is rock solid with stock firmware and provides all the features I need. It has up to 3 separate guest networks, one of which I set up as IOT. It also allows me to use a custon DNS server (I use Pihole for DNS) and it is super good a

Based on needing a full router for less than $100, Asus is generally pretty great and fully featured OS with nearly the same functionality across all their hardware level tiers. The RT-AX57 for example can have 6 SSIDs, 3 on 2.4Ghz and 3 on 5Ghz. Asus supports their routers for far longer than most

I would definitely upgrade the router first. It is ancient and, as you've noticed, capped by its 100 Mbps Ethernet ports. Any modern WiFi 6 or better router will run circles around it. If you're generally happy with the coverage of your current router except for the speed, then this budget ASUS mode

Any router you buy for home Internet will have a firewall built-in. You seem to be under the impression that a firewall needs to be bought separately. This is not true. The R605 is a wired only router, so you will need something to provide WiFi as well. I suggest for your apparent level to just get

Even FTTC should be getting you better available speeds than what you got. It's hard to imagine they're running DSL from the fiber on the curb to your home. You should get a decent router regardless of your Internet speed, for a few reasons. First, longer term firmware support. Buying a NEW WiFi 5 r

Correct, ASUS mesh does not require an account. And you can use either the ASUS mobile app or a web browser to login to the router for full customization of all the ASUS router features. FYI u/surveypoodle ASUS routers could be worthwhile for you to consider. Unlike TP-Link, Eero and Netgear (which

just look for one that meet your needs for what you have on internet speeds and devices. just be careful cause there are some routers out there that have no computer interface only mobile, so you can only connect to it with you cellphone. so if you need to change anything or do all the setups, it ha

ASUS RT-AX1800S. Easy to set up, good for a budget wifi 6, easy to get extend just get another one.

This is the lowest I can go for something new and still respect myself in the morning: https://www.amazon.com/ASUS-AX1800-Router-RT-AX1800S-Subscription-Free/dp/B09M9477NS/ If you want cheaper, buy used on eBay. Get at least a used AX router at this point, not AC.

Yes, it's a great upgrade. WiFi 6 instead of WiFi 5. Tri-band (2.4ghz and two 5ghz bands). Much faster ports (2.5GB & 10GB, either can be used for WAN or LAN) and then 4 other gigabit LAN ports. More memory. Faster CPU. Increased security (with addition of WPA3 - clients need to support it to use it