Wireless Routers

[Merlin007]

I am looking at replacing an older router as it's a bit flaky these days and want something for higher speeds both internally wired and wireless to accommodate connection speeds of ~250 Mbps download and ~20 Mbps upload. 

Base features I am looking for:
- wireless AC
- dual band (needs to run simultaneous 2.4 and 5ghz)
- gigabit ports
- under $200 CAD (after taxes).

I am not stuck on any particular brand either.

Done a bit of reading reviews but none that actually point to a particular brand or model so appreciate any feedback on past experience or suggestions based on what you've read.

Thanks

Cheers

[skuzapo]

I bought this one last month, and have used a couple of them at work for about a year without issues.

https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833704177

[Smurf|NL]

I us this one for over a year now  and have no issues with it  https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833320174R&ignorebbr=1

[iboomboom]

Linksys

- https://www.amazon.com/Linksys-AC2600-Wireless-MU-MIMO-EA8500/dp/B00UVN21DK

 

Netgear

- https://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?A=details&O=&Q=&ap=y&c3api=1876%2C{creative}%2C{keyword}&gclid=Cj0KEQjwmIrJBRCRmJ_x7KDo-9oBEiQAuUPKMqKLdpwG7x30TxzNoGuZFd3CFH2wL2UCfvaAlcsdG-YaAhXq8P8HAQ&is=REG&m=Y&sku=1217067

- https://www.amazon.com/NETGEAR-Nighthawk-X4S-R7800-100NAS-Compatible/dp/B0192911RA

 

I put my blood and sweat in this chip back in 2015, its a very good chip. 

Edited May 22, 2017 by iboomboom

[Merlin007]

@skuzapo @Smurf|NL @iboomboom

Thanks for the feedback fellas. This will help get me going.

[WeednFeed]

This is a POE model It is more wireless. I realize this might not be what you need.

I have yet to run the Ethernet cable for this. because my house is 70 feet and multiple levels so in parts of the house the WiFi is spotty. This model will reach up to 400 feet and can reach out into your property, this model can be mounted outside under an eve.

Weed

 

https://www.amazon.ca/Ubiquiti-UniFi-2-4GHz-802-11-support/dp/B016XYQ3WK/ref=sr_1_1/147-3501951-4800003?ie=UTF8&qid=1495499748&sr=8-1&keywords=unifi+ac+pro

 

[YACCster]

Just realized I need better wifi, something to do with my wireless AP not keeping up with the ISP upload/download speeds.   I'm currently looking into a mesh router system like these:  http://www.tomsguide.com/us/what-is-a-mesh-router,news-24580.html

[iboomboom]

https://madeby.google.com/wifi/

2 minutes ago, YACCster said:

Just realized I need better wifi, something to do with my wireless AP not keeping up with the ISP upload/download speeds.   I'm currently looking into a mesh router system like these:  http://www.tomsguide.com/us/what-is-a-mesh-router,news-24580.html

 

[YACCster]

Just now, iboomboom said:

https://madeby.google.com/wifi/

 

YEP, my top three so far seem to be:

 

AmpliFi (Ubiquiti consumer) - https://store.amplifi.com  - 3 pack (router + 2 mesh point HD) $349

Google Wifi - https://madeby.google.com/wifi/ $300 3pack

Plume - https://www.plumewifi.com -  $329 for a SIX PACK

 

But D-Link has one coming out soon, might just wait to see how that looks.

 

[WarApe]

On 05/22/2017 at 7:32 PM, iboomboom said:

Linksys

- https://www.amazon.com/Linksys-AC2600-Wireless-MU-MIMO-EA8500/dp/B00UVN21DK

 

Netgear

- https://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?A=details&O=&Q=&ap=y&c3api=1876%2C{creative}%2C{keyword}&gclid=Cj0KEQjwmIrJBRCRmJ_x7KDo-9oBEiQAuUPKMqKLdpwG7x30TxzNoGuZFd3CFH2wL2UCfvaAlcsdG-YaAhXq8P8HAQ&is=REG&m=Y&sku=1217067

- https://www.amazon.com/NETGEAR-Nighthawk-X4S-R7800-100NAS-Compatible/dp/B0192911RA

 

I put my blood and sweat in this chip back in 2015, its a very good chip. 

I'm running the Netgear 7800 and it's kicking ass. 2-story house approx 2500 sq ft, no dead spots and 12 ish wi-fi devices connected continuously. No problems. Speaking from hands on experience.

 

That madeby Google setup looks interesting too, but have no experience with it.

[TobyDeDrone]

I always suggest Draytek to be honest. 2830 is a good model multiple SSID's, task scheduling like Wifi off at the certain time etc. even supports VLANS.

 

http://www.draytek.co.uk/products/business/vigor-2830

 

[6FtUnder]

I'm a big fan of the Nighthawk from Netgear.

very fast and reliable

no issues yet

 

[Damage_inc-]

On 5/23/2017 at 1:51 PM, YACCster said:

Just realized I need better wifi, something to do with my wireless AP not keeping up with the ISP upload/download speeds.   I'm currently looking into a mesh router system like these:  http://www.tomsguide.com/us/what-is-a-mesh-router,news-24580.html

my son installed a netgear  powerline adaptor and it works great for online gaming he is around a corner up a flight of stairs .door closed -nothing else worked previously

 

Edited July 10, 2017 by Damage_inc-

[YACCster]

Prime day deal, went for the Linksys Velop (x3), will see if it gets returned.  It uses a couple of wifi chips from this Qualsomething company, will see how good the speed is.

[BoomSlang]

http://bestreviews.com/best-wireless-routers

[techjack]

I have been using Netgear Router for about a year now, and it's doing great I am using 11 devices in total, my connection speed is 1 TB from Verizon but I get around 250 MBPS downloading. A good connection speed is must if you are going with wireless router because you won't get the same speed as wired too much interference with wireless routers Try this https://factschronicle.com/best-wireless-routers-1198.html

[YACCster]

20 hours ago, techjack said:

I have been using Netgear Router for about a year now, and it's doing great I am using 11 devices in total, my connection speed is 1 TB from Verizon but I get around 250 MBPS downloading.

a TERRABYTE?  250 MEGABYTES PER SECOND??!

sorry to say neither is probable sir.  

[iboomboom]

9 minutes ago, YACCster said:

a TERRABYTE?  250 MEGABYTES PER SECOND??!

sorry to say neither is probable sir.  

Oh come on you know he doesn't know what he's talking about. Quit harassing him.

[YACCster]

1 hour ago, iboomboom said:

Oh come on you know he doesn't know what he's talking about. Quit harassing him.

but his name is "TechJack"...oh wait does that mean he knows....oh I get it now.

[6FtUnder]

Ive used a TP Link C8 ARcher was good for about a year then kept dropping signals had to restart it once  a week.

Then I went to the Net Gear Night wing and not had any issues as of yet

[Tw33tle_Dee]

Netgear Orbi Mesh - excellent speed and coverage, expensive but is the best mesh system available right now. It's one of the only systems that uses a separate channel to communicate between Nodes.