connecting routers
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A router is a device that allows multiple computers to share an Internet connection, and it's often the key component of a home network. Routers are often sold as part of a wireless networking kit, which includes the router and one or more wireless access points. Browse the top-ranked list of connecting routers below along with associated reviews and opinions.
ASUS - AX5700 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 Router
Model: RT-AX86U ProSKU: 6535035Top comment"After doing research, I came up with this router. Installation was simple. You turn off the modem, connect the router, turn it on, and install it through a mobile app. ...I highly recommend this excellent router!"
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The dedicated gaming port on RT-AX86U Pro automatically prioritizes any wired device connected to it. No complex configuration is needed, just connect your gaming PC or console to the special LAN port to give you a fast, stable connection that's always at the head of the queue.Top comment"After doing research, I came up with this router. Installation was simple. You turn off the modem, connect the router, turn it on, and install it through a mobile app. ...I highly recommend this excellent router!"
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The dedicated gaming port on RT-AX86U Pro automatically prioritizes any wired device connected to it. No complex configuration is needed, just connect your gaming PC or console to the special LAN port to give you a fast, stable connection that's always at the head of the queue.See all Wi-Fi Routers
TP-Link - Archer AXE7800 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6E Router - Black
Model: Archer AXE7800SKU: 6522470Top comment"Able to use the 2.5 gig ports to connect to another switch with no issues....The coverage is just as strong with this router, and the speeds are much faster."
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Embrace lightning-fast 7.8 Gbps speeds and experience 6GHz band with Archer AXE7800 Tri-Band WiFi 6E router. With eight WiFi streams combined with three separate bands, the Archer AXE95 achieves unbeatable performance to boost capacity and reduces congestion for smoother 8K streaming and AR/VR intensive gaming. Premium 2.5 Gbps and 1 Gbps WAN/LAN ports support flexibility for the peak performance, transmitting maximum fiber internet speeds to fill every corner of your house. Protect your IoT devices with TP-Link HomeShield.Top comment"Able to use the 2.5 gig ports to connect to another switch with no issues....The coverage is just as strong with this router, and the speeds are much faster."
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Embrace lightning-fast 7.8 Gbps speeds and experience 6GHz band with Archer AXE7800 Tri-Band WiFi 6E router. With eight WiFi streams combined with three separate bands, the Archer AXE95 achieves unbeatable performance to boost capacity and reduces congestion for smoother 8K streaming and AR/VR intensive gaming. Premium 2.5 Gbps and 1 Gbps WAN/LAN ports support flexibility for the peak performance, transmitting maximum fiber internet speeds to fill every corner of your house. Protect your IoT devices with TP-Link HomeShield.See all Routers
ASUS - RT-AX82U AX5400 Dual-Band WiFi 6 Router
Model: RT-AX82U V2SKU: 6532136Top comment"Amazing router...Xr1000 was okay, but some of my devices wouldnt connect. First night I kept losing my wired connection but wifi was strong. ...Only con is that the router has to be restarted weekly because the devices will not connect eventhough the signal is available."
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Enjoy WiFi gaming connections with the ASUS RT-AX82U dual-band WiFi 6 router. It delivers ultrafast WiFi speeds up to 5400 Mbps, and is packed with advanced technology, including Mobile Game Mode for a lag-free, low-latency mobile gaming experience.Top comment"Amazing router...Xr1000 was okay, but some of my devices wouldnt connect. First night I kept losing my wired connection but wifi was strong. ...Only con is that the router has to be restarted weekly because the devices will not connect eventhough the signal is available."
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Enjoy WiFi gaming connections with the ASUS RT-AX82U dual-band WiFi 6 router. It delivers ultrafast WiFi speeds up to 5400 Mbps, and is packed with advanced technology, including Mobile Game Mode for a lag-free, low-latency mobile gaming experience.See all Wi-Fi Routers
ASUS - ROG Rapture GT-AX11000 Pro Tri-band WiFi 6 Gaming Router, 2.5G Port
Model: GT-AX11000 ProSKU: 6531152Top comment"Old Netgear nighthawk gaming router user...Pretty good game and router. Had Netgear nighthawk for about six years now recently bought this router and I will say is definitely an upgrade from the net gear nighthawk routers for gaming....Great Router...Overall Router was Great No Issues So Far. Great Speeds"
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The ROG Rapture GT-AX11000 Pro is designed for gamers who want to keep multiple devices connected and still get incredible gaming performance. Enjoy up to eight simultaneous WiFi streams for more video streaming, gaming and browsing for everyone in your home.Top comment"Old Netgear nighthawk gaming router user...Pretty good game and router. Had Netgear nighthawk for about six years now recently bought this router and I will say is definitely an upgrade from the net gear nighthawk routers for gaming....Great Router...Overall Router was Great No Issues So Far. Great Speeds"
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The ROG Rapture GT-AX11000 Pro is designed for gamers who want to keep multiple devices connected and still get incredible gaming performance. Enjoy up to eight simultaneous WiFi streams for more video streaming, gaming and browsing for everyone in your home.See all Wi-Fi Routers
NETGEAR - Orbi AX6000 Tri-Band Mesh Wi-Fi Router - White
Model: RBR860S-100NASSKU: 6520472Top comment"I recently replaced my older orbi rbk53 with the new rbk863 and now I don't see issues with my iot devices connecting and zoom meetings just work! Quite happy with my new mesh router....But the sync process with the satellite was a royal PITA and had to take to the community to get this functioning. Now that it does connect, I can finally enjoy the speed I've been paying for despite our crazy home design."
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Strengthen your internet connection with this NETGEAR Orbi tri-band Wi-Fi 6 router. The upgraded antenna design expands coverage up to 2700 sq. ft., while four 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports support reliable wired multi-gig connections. This NETGEAR Orbi tri-band Wi-Fi 6 router features speeds of up to 6Gbps for ultra-fast surfing speeds and supports up to 100 connected devices.Top comment"I recently replaced my older orbi rbk53 with the new rbk863 and now I don't see issues with my iot devices connecting and zoom meetings just work! Quite happy with my new mesh router....But the sync process with the satellite was a royal PITA and had to take to the community to get this functioning. Now that it does connect, I can finally enjoy the speed I've been paying for despite our crazy home design."
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Strengthen your internet connection with this NETGEAR Orbi tri-band Wi-Fi 6 router. The upgraded antenna design expands coverage up to 2700 sq. ft., while four 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports support reliable wired multi-gig connections. This NETGEAR Orbi tri-band Wi-Fi 6 router features speeds of up to 6Gbps for ultra-fast surfing speeds and supports up to 100 connected devices.See all Mesh Wi-Fi
ASUS - ZenWifi AX3000 Dual-Band Mesh Wi-Fi System (3-pack) - White
Model: XD5SKU: 6520853Top comment"Commercial grade security features are included so you never have to worry when accessing the internet. These routers connect quickly to my outdoor security cameras, before using this system I had Wifi connection issues. ...I was doubtful of this product since I've tried other mesh wifi 6 routers and I didn't really get a difference of speed but I was happily surprised of the speed of uploads and downloads and the ease of setup you get from ASUS, I can confidently say this router is worth the price and now is a staple in my home and office"
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Create a strong whole-home network with this ASUS ZenWifi AX Mini Wi-Fi 6 system. The three dual-band mesh routers support speeds of up to 3000 Mbps for smooth high-bandwidth streaming on multiple devices. This ASUS ZenWifi AX Mini Wi-Fi 6 system features Trend Micro cloud-based security for up-to-date lifetime network protection.Top comment"Commercial grade security features are included so you never have to worry when accessing the internet. These routers connect quickly to my outdoor security cameras, before using this system I had Wifi connection issues. ...I was doubtful of this product since I've tried other mesh wifi 6 routers and I didn't really get a difference of speed but I was happily surprised of the speed of uploads and downloads and the ease of setup you get from ASUS, I can confidently say this router is worth the price and now is a staple in my home and office"
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Create a strong whole-home network with this ASUS ZenWifi AX Mini Wi-Fi 6 system. The three dual-band mesh routers support speeds of up to 3000 Mbps for smooth high-bandwidth streaming on multiple devices. This ASUS ZenWifi AX Mini Wi-Fi 6 system features Trend Micro cloud-based security for up-to-date lifetime network protection.See all Mesh Wi-Fi
TP-Link - Archer BE800 BE19000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black
Model: Archer BE800SKU: 6537387Top comment"Usually underperforming on day one. This router looks and feels different than the usual routers. ...Excellent wireless router"
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Tri-band Wi-Fi 7 router with blazing-fast Wi-Fi speeds up to 19 Gbps. Every device in your home network runs at top performance. The brand new 6 GHz band provides exceptional bandwidth and congestion-free channels exclusive to your devices.Top comment"Usually underperforming on day one. This router looks and feels different than the usual routers. ...Excellent wireless router"
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Tri-band Wi-Fi 7 router with blazing-fast Wi-Fi speeds up to 19 Gbps. Every device in your home network runs at top performance. The brand new 6 GHz band provides exceptional bandwidth and congestion-free channels exclusive to your devices.See all Wi-Fi Routers
Linksys - AX3000 Mesh Wi-Fi 6 Router
Model: MR20ECSKU: 6509901Top comment"This is a very good router. It is better than any of the other routers I’ve purchased in the past.installation was very fast and easy....Wifi 6 super router...Works great, super fast. I own 6 Cisco routers and this one is the best, hands down"
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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"This is a very good router. It is better than any of the other routers I’ve purchased in the past.installation was very fast and easy....Wifi 6 super router...Works great, super fast. I own 6 Cisco routers and this one is the best, hands down"
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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-Fi
TP-Link - Archer AX5400 Pro Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 Router - Black
Model: Archer AX5400 ProSKU: 6532370Top comment"Good Router...Archer AX5400 Multi-Gigabit Wi-Fi 6 Router What’s in the Box • Router • Power supply • Ethernet cable • Basic Quick Start Guide (Was not in the box.) ...Ability to use it as a media server by connecting the storage to the router. 6. I have no problem connecting all my devices (around 50) with no issues."
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Embrace lightning-fast dual-band speeds up to 5.4 Gbps with Archer AX5400 Pro Wi-Fi 6 router. MU-MIMO/OFDMA technology and six Wi-Fi streams boost Wi-Fi speeds and network capacity while reducing congestion for smoother 4K/8K streaming and AR/VR-intensive gaming. Premium 2.5 Gbps and 1 Gbps WAN/LAN ports support flexibility for peak performance and support internet plans up to 2.5 Gbps to maximize your wireless and wired network performance. TP-Link HomeShield provides you full control and protection option for your home network***.Top comment"Good Router...Archer AX5400 Multi-Gigabit Wi-Fi 6 Router What’s in the Box • Router • Power supply • Ethernet cable • Basic Quick Start Guide (Was not in the box.) ...Ability to use it as a media server by connecting the storage to the router. 6. I have no problem connecting all my devices (around 50) with no issues."
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Embrace lightning-fast dual-band speeds up to 5.4 Gbps with Archer AX5400 Pro Wi-Fi 6 router. MU-MIMO/OFDMA technology and six Wi-Fi streams boost Wi-Fi speeds and network capacity while reducing congestion for smoother 4K/8K streaming and AR/VR-intensive gaming. Premium 2.5 Gbps and 1 Gbps WAN/LAN ports support flexibility for peak performance and support internet plans up to 2.5 Gbps to maximize your wireless and wired network performance. TP-Link HomeShield provides you full control and protection option for your home network***.See all Wi-Fi Routers
Linksys - Atlas 6 WiFi 6 Router AX3000 Dual-Band WiFi Mesh Wireless Router (2-pack) - White
Model: MX2002SKU: 6509905Top comment"I will sometimes get off my cell service and connect to my wifi at home because its better. I would definitely recommend Linksys router to boost up your home internet....Awesome routers...[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received these routers a few days ago. I switched my previous router out and connected these in my eligible areas. "
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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 price.Top comment"I will sometimes get off my cell service and connect to my wifi at home because its better. I would definitely recommend Linksys router to boost up your home internet....Awesome routers...[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received these routers a few days ago. I switched my previous router out and connected these in my eligible areas. "
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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 price.See all Mesh Wi-Fi
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"Was looking for a mesh network to complement new Fios router that didnt broadcast as strong advertised for home/office space approx 2500sqft"
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"Very impressed with my new Rapture GT-AX6000 router! I've always bought Netgear routers, but after installation and setup, I doubt I'll buy anything other than ASUS"
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"Plug in, download app and I was ready to link all of my devices (ten of them) to the new router in a couple of minutes. It took longer to link the devices (just required a password entry for each) than to install the router"