compact routers
Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for compact routers.
Routers are a critical part of any home network and control how data moves from your computer to the rest of the world. If you have a good router, it can boost your internet speed and help ensure that all of your devices—from your phone to your game console to your laptop—have access to the internet at all times. Browse the top-ranked list of compact routers below along with associated reviews and opinions.
Linksys - AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 Router - Black
Model: EA6350-4BSKU: 6400536Top comment"Good router...Very compact and works well. Guest network option is good to have....Router...Does what I needed it to do and no more resetting as I had to previously. Compact size and it’s a good investment."
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Linksys AC1200 dual-band Wi-Fi 5 router: this router offers wireless speeds of up to 867 Mbps, so it can handle demanding tasks such as video streaming and online gaming. The USB 3.0 port lets you connect a USB storage device and share files across your network.Top comment"Good router...Very compact and works well. Guest network option is good to have....Router...Does what I needed it to do and no more resetting as I had to previously. Compact size and it’s a good investment."
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Linksys AC1200 dual-band Wi-Fi 5 router: this router offers wireless speeds of up to 867 Mbps, so it can handle demanding tasks such as video streaming and online gaming. The USB 3.0 port lets you connect a USB storage device and share files across your network.See all RoutersYour price for this item is $51.99The regular price is $79.99
TP-Link - Archer AC4000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 5 Router - Black
Model: ARCHER C4000SKU: 6351103Top comment"Need upgrade on router, this router has been alright so far. Needed to improve YouTube TV internet in my area sucks not routers fault...Effective and compact...Works effectively and is compact enough to fit in an inconspicuous place."
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Improve your home network with this TP-Link Archer C4000 tri-band Wi-Fi router. The two 5GHz bands provide faster data rates with speeds of up to 1625 Mbps, and a 1.8GHz processor maximizes performance and minimizes lag. This TP-Link Archer C4000 tri-band Wi-Fi router uses RangeBoost and beamforming technologies to extend Wi-Fi coverage and improve reliability.Top comment"Need upgrade on router, this router has been alright so far. Needed to improve YouTube TV internet in my area sucks not routers fault...Effective and compact...Works effectively and is compact enough to fit in an inconspicuous place."
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Improve your home network with this TP-Link Archer C4000 tri-band Wi-Fi router. The two 5GHz bands provide faster data rates with speeds of up to 1625 Mbps, and a 1.8GHz processor maximizes performance and minimizes lag. This TP-Link Archer C4000 tri-band Wi-Fi router uses RangeBoost and beamforming technologies to extend Wi-Fi coverage and improve reliability.See all Wi-Fi RoutersYour price for this item is $199.99
Motorola - AC Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router with 16 x 4 Modem - Black
Model: MG7540SKU: 5801602Top comment"Motorola routers...A really ship router whit a huge frequency to connect severals equipments at the same time....No issue since installed. Compact and easy to install."
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Enjoy fast internet speeds with this Motorola router. It supports speeds up to 686 Mbps downstream and 123 Mbps upstream for fast data transfer, and its dual-band Wi-Fi delivers fast wireless access by broadcasting on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequencies. This Motorola router includes guest network access, letting visitors browse the internet while keeping your personal local network secure.Top comment"Motorola routers...A really ship router whit a huge frequency to connect severals equipments at the same time....No issue since installed. Compact and easy to install."
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Enjoy fast internet speeds with this Motorola router. It supports speeds up to 686 Mbps downstream and 123 Mbps upstream for fast data transfer, and its dual-band Wi-Fi delivers fast wireless access by broadcasting on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequencies. This Motorola router includes guest network access, letting visitors browse the internet while keeping your personal local network secure.See all Wi-Fi RoutersYour price for this item is $129.99
eero - 6 AX1800 Dual-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 6 Router
Model: N010111SKU: 6433416Top comment"Best Router...Best wi-fi router for the money. Best thing is you can always add other EERO routers due to it being a mesh system. ...Routers...was having trouble with Wi- Fi eero router solved my problem."
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Experience Wi-Fi 6—the new standard for home wifi. The Wi-Fi 6 router supports speeds up to 900 Mbps and coverage up to 1,500 square feet—so you can say goodbye to dead spots and buffering. Work, play, video conference, and stream from anywhere in your home. Set up eero in minutes and get automatic updates, a built-in Zigbee smart home hub, and more. Powered by TrueMesh, eero optimizes your wifi to work for your space and supports 75+ devices.Top comment"Best Router...Best wi-fi router for the money. Best thing is you can always add other EERO routers due to it being a mesh system. ...Routers...was having trouble with Wi- Fi eero router solved my problem."
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Experience Wi-Fi 6—the new standard for home wifi. The Wi-Fi 6 router supports speeds up to 900 Mbps and coverage up to 1,500 square feet—so you can say goodbye to dead spots and buffering. Work, play, video conference, and stream from anywhere in your home. Set up eero in minutes and get automatic updates, a built-in Zigbee smart home hub, and more. Powered by TrueMesh, eero optimizes your wifi to work for your space and supports 75+ devices.See all Mesh Wi-FiYour price for this item is $75.99The previous price was $89.99
Motorola - MT7711 24x8 DOCSIS 3.0 Modem + AC1900 Router for Xfinity Internet & Voice - Black
Model: MT7711SKU: 6335140Top comment"Compact, affordable, versatile...This is a compact, affordable combination router/modem that provides an interface between cable and both Internet and telephone landlines....Cable Modem Router...Nice and compact with high speed. Very pleased with this purchase."
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The Motorola MT7711 combines an ultra-fast DOCSIS 3.0 cable modem + AC1900 WiFi router + 2 phones lines for use with Xfinity Voice service only. Certified for Comcast Xfinity Internet and Voice service and recommended for cable internet plans with speeds up to 600 Mbps. Features 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports for wired connections. Delivers up to 1900 Mbps wireless speed. Power Boost, Range Boost, and AnyBeam WiFi beamforming enable quality streaming, gaming, and connecting throughout the home. Enjoy crystal-clear calling and enhanced features like caller ID, call forwarding, conference calling, and more. Save up to $168 per year on cable modem rental fees (savings described is for Comcast Xfinity service). Comes with a 2-year warranty and free support from our USA team of connectivity technicians. NOT compatible with Verizon, AT&T, CenturyLink, DSL providers, DirecTV, DISH and non-Xfinity voice services.Top comment"Compact, affordable, versatile...This is a compact, affordable combination router/modem that provides an interface between cable and both Internet and telephone landlines....Cable Modem Router...Nice and compact with high speed. Very pleased with this purchase."
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The Motorola MT7711 combines an ultra-fast DOCSIS 3.0 cable modem + AC1900 WiFi router + 2 phones lines for use with Xfinity Voice service only. Certified for Comcast Xfinity Internet and Voice service and recommended for cable internet plans with speeds up to 600 Mbps. Features 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports for wired connections. Delivers up to 1900 Mbps wireless speed. Power Boost, Range Boost, and AnyBeam WiFi beamforming enable quality streaming, gaming, and connecting throughout the home. Enjoy crystal-clear calling and enhanced features like caller ID, call forwarding, conference calling, and more. Save up to $168 per year on cable modem rental fees (savings described is for Comcast Xfinity service). Comes with a 2-year warranty and free support from our USA team of connectivity technicians. NOT compatible with Verizon, AT&T, CenturyLink, DSL providers, DirecTV, DISH and non-Xfinity voice services.See all Modem & Router CombosYour price for this item is $199.99
Linksys - AX3000 Mesh Wi-Fi 6 Router
Model: MR20ECSKU: 6509901Top comment"Wifi 6 super router...Works great, super fast. I own 6 Cisco routers and this one is the best, hands down...Small and compact, yet great range and easy install."
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Linksys Hydra 6 with Intelligent Mesh delivers the speed of Wi-Fi 6. From next-level gaming to streaming your favorite content, get the fastest connection to everything you do.Top comment"Wifi 6 super router...Works great, super fast. I own 6 Cisco routers and this one is the best, hands down...Small and compact, yet great range and easy install."
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Linksys Hydra 6 with Intelligent Mesh delivers the speed of Wi-Fi 6. From next-level gaming to streaming your favorite content, get the fastest connection to everything you do.See all Mesh Wi-FiYour price for this item is $179.99
NETGEAR - Nighthawk Dual-Band AC1900 Router with 24 x 8 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem - Black
Model: C7100V-100NASSKU: 5787800Top comment"Dual Band Router Cable Modem Voice Unit All In One...The NETGEAR NIGHTHAWK Dual Band Router Cable Modem Voice unit is an all in one unit that is fairly compact and easy to install piece of equipment that is extremely powerful providing a strong WI-FI signal for home use and uses the latest DOCSIS 3.0 operating system...This is compact, quicker and seems to cover more of an area than my previous modem/router."
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The Nighthawk AC1900 Wi-Fi Cable Modem Router with Voice XFINITY provides up to 1.9Gbps Wi-Fi speeds. It's three-in-one: high-speed cable modem, AC1900 Wi-Fi router to support the fastest XFINITY Internet and Voice plans. Advanced features include a 1.6GHz processor and 24x8 channel bonding for up to 960Mbps download speeds.Top comment"Dual Band Router Cable Modem Voice Unit All In One...The NETGEAR NIGHTHAWK Dual Band Router Cable Modem Voice unit is an all in one unit that is fairly compact and easy to install piece of equipment that is extremely powerful providing a strong WI-FI signal for home use and uses the latest DOCSIS 3.0 operating system...This is compact, quicker and seems to cover more of an area than my previous modem/router."
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The Nighthawk AC1900 Wi-Fi Cable Modem Router with Voice XFINITY provides up to 1.9Gbps Wi-Fi speeds. It's three-in-one: high-speed cable modem, AC1900 Wi-Fi router to support the fastest XFINITY Internet and Voice plans. Advanced features include a 1.6GHz processor and 24x8 channel bonding for up to 960Mbps download speeds.See all Wi-Fi RoutersYour price for this item is $199.99
Linksys - Atlas 6 AX3000 Dual-Band Mesh Router - White
Model: MX2001SKU: 6509904Top comment"This additional router added enough range for the household's needs....The router works faster and easier than our old one. It’s compact and attractive and will allow for additional units if necessary. "
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Linksys Atlas 6 with Intelligent Mesh delivers the true power of Wi-Fi 6. From next-level gaming to streaming your favorite content, get the faster connection, wider coverage, for more devices for everyone on your network at an affordable priceTop comment"This additional router added enough range for the household's needs....The router works faster and easier than our old one. It’s compact and attractive and will allow for additional units if necessary. "
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Linksys Atlas 6 with Intelligent Mesh delivers the true power of Wi-Fi 6. From next-level gaming to streaming your favorite content, get the faster connection, wider coverage, for more devices for everyone on your network at an affordable priceSee all Mesh Wi-FiYour price for this item is $149.99
Motorola - MG8725 32x8 DOCSIS 3.1 Modem + AX6000 router - Black
Model: MG8725SKU: 6482084Top comment"Easy setup and much more powerful signal than my previous modem/router. It provides instant connection with all devices....Seems to be pricey. Not a compact footprint"
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The ultra-fast MG8725 DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem with Built-in AX Router is the first CableLabs certified device supporting new low-latency features, making it perfect for precision gaming, streaming, conferencing and more.Top comment"Easy setup and much more powerful signal than my previous modem/router. It provides instant connection with all devices....Seems to be pricey. Not a compact footprint"
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The ultra-fast MG8725 DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem with Built-in AX Router is the first CableLabs certified device supporting new low-latency features, making it perfect for precision gaming, streaming, conferencing and more.See all Modem & Router CombosYour price for this item is $399.99
Linksys - Dual-Band AX5400 WiFi 6 Router (E9450)
Model: E9450SKU: 6475408Top comment"Next generation of Routers...Excellent. Best router that I’ve ever had. Nice & compact....Good sleek router...Very compact router and clean antenna free design."
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The Linksys E9450 WiFi 6 router covers 2800 square feet* and handles 30+ devices at speeds up to 5.4 Gbps. This compact Dual-Band router lets you surf, stream, and game all at the same time to keep you connected to the things that matter most. With Parental Controls and separate Guest Access, your network will always remain safe and secure. Easily add devices to your network with a push of the WPS buttonTop comment"Next generation of Routers...Excellent. Best router that I’ve ever had. Nice & compact....Good sleek router...Very compact router and clean antenna free design."
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The Linksys E9450 WiFi 6 router covers 2800 square feet* and handles 30+ devices at speeds up to 5.4 Gbps. This compact Dual-Band router lets you surf, stream, and game all at the same time to keep you connected to the things that matter most. With Parental Controls and separate Guest Access, your network will always remain safe and secure. Easily add devices to your network with a push of the WPS buttonSee all Wi-Fi RoutersYour price for this item is $100.99The regular price is $199.99
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