dd-wrt routers
Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for dd-wrt routers.
If you're looking for a new router, you may want to consider one that's been customized to run the open-source firmware DD-WRT. These routers offer more features than standard off-the-shelf models, including the ability to prioritize certain types of traffic to create separate wireless networks for guests. Browse the top-ranked list of DD-WRT routers below along with associated reviews and opinions.
NETGEAR - Nighthawk AX5400 WiFi 6 Router - White
Model: XR1000-100NASSKU: 6425814Top comment"Got this to replace my R7000 - this is so much more than a gaming router. The DumaOS is a geeks dream, you want stats you got a ton of them, you want to tweak your router forget DD-WRT this firmware rules. ...Gaming seems to be about the same as it was with my old router. (Linksys WRT 1900 ACS) WiFi speeds are faster to all my devices, Ethernet cable is about the same. ...Wow! this router Rocks!"
See all customer reviewsSee all RoutersProduct Description
Stay in the game with reliable connectivity for fast-paced gaming. Optimize your Internet connection by stabilizing ping and reducing lag spikes.Top comment"Got this to replace my R7000 - this is so much more than a gaming router. The DumaOS is a geeks dream, you want stats you got a ton of them, you want to tweak your router forget DD-WRT this firmware rules. ...Gaming seems to be about the same as it was with my old router. (Linksys WRT 1900 ACS) WiFi speeds are faster to all my devices, Ethernet cable is about the same. ...Wow! this router Rocks!"
See all customer reviewsSee all RoutersProduct Description
Stay in the game with reliable connectivity for fast-paced gaming. Optimize your Internet connection by stabilizing ping and reducing lag spikes.See all Routers
NETGEAR - AC1750 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 Router - Black
Model: R6400-100NASSKU: 9054017Top comment"Not dd-wrt compatible...I thought it was dd wrt compatible but it wasnt. Its a good router for VR quest 2 so I'll keep it....Good Mid-range Router...No problems installing and running DD-WRT. Wireless range and overall performance is decent."
See all customer reviewsSee all Wi-Fi RoutersProduct Description
The NETGEAR AC1750 Smart WiFi 5 Router with external antennas delivers extremely fast WiFi. With AC1750 WiFi, Gigabit Ethernet speeds, and high-powered external antennas, this router offers ultimate performance in wireless coverage for large homes with 12 or more wireless devices. It gets 3x faster access than similar 802.11n.Top comment"Not dd-wrt compatible...I thought it was dd wrt compatible but it wasnt. Its a good router for VR quest 2 so I'll keep it....Good Mid-range Router...No problems installing and running DD-WRT. Wireless range and overall performance is decent."
See all customer reviewsSee all Wi-Fi RoutersProduct Description
The NETGEAR AC1750 Smart WiFi 5 Router with external antennas delivers extremely fast WiFi. With AC1750 WiFi, Gigabit Ethernet speeds, and high-powered external antennas, this router offers ultimate performance in wireless coverage for large homes with 12 or more wireless devices. It gets 3x faster access than similar 802.11n.See all Wi-Fi Routers
ASUS - AX3000 Dual-Band WiFi 6 Wireless Router with Life time internet Security - Black
Model: RT-AX58USKU: 6377908Top comment"Best router I've owned-Beating even DD-WRT/Tomato...Replacing a 1.5 year old netgear nighthawk router that didn't offer features I wanted and upgraded to DD-WRT, 5GHz radio doesn't work anymore - Downgraded to stock via TFTP and still issue with HW. ...Decent router...As of this review no major problems with the one. I like this router. It is fast and I really like that you can add a VPN connection to it without having to switch to DD WRT. "
See all customer reviewsSee all Wi-Fi RoutersProduct Description
Keep your home or office connected with this ASUS Wi-Fi 6 router. The 2x2 antenna configuration offers fast networking speeds of up to 3 Gbps, while the 4Gb LAN ports, 2Gb Ethernet ports and a USB 3.1 port make sharing with other devices easy. This ASUS Wi-Fi 6 router is compatible with 802.11ax technology for better wall penetration and less bandwidth issues.Top comment"Best router I've owned-Beating even DD-WRT/Tomato...Replacing a 1.5 year old netgear nighthawk router that didn't offer features I wanted and upgraded to DD-WRT, 5GHz radio doesn't work anymore - Downgraded to stock via TFTP and still issue with HW. ...Decent router...As of this review no major problems with the one. I like this router. It is fast and I really like that you can add a VPN connection to it without having to switch to DD WRT. "
See all customer reviewsSee all Wi-Fi RoutersProduct Description
Keep your home or office connected with this ASUS Wi-Fi 6 router. The 2x2 antenna configuration offers fast networking speeds of up to 3 Gbps, while the 4Gb LAN ports, 2Gb Ethernet ports and a USB 3.1 port make sharing with other devices easy. This ASUS Wi-Fi 6 router is compatible with 802.11ax technology for better wall penetration and less bandwidth issues.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....Solid Basic Wifi 6 Router for Linnksys...Quite limited compare with WRT routers. Extremely annoying password limitations - no "ss" or "ll" allowed?? "
See all customer reviewsSee all Mesh Wi-FiProduct Description
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....Solid Basic Wifi 6 Router for Linnksys...Quite limited compare with WRT routers. Extremely annoying password limitations - no "ss" or "ll" allowed?? "
See all customer reviewsSee all Mesh Wi-FiProduct Description
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 AC1350 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 Router - Black
Model: Archer C59SKU: 5689635Top comment"It is not supported by DD-WRT, so you can not re-flash it for a different feature set. ...I am now looking to get another one if the price falls to run Open WRT on it and set up a bridge. Would buy again."
See all customer reviewsSee all Wi-Fi RoutersProduct Description
Create aWireless AC network with the Archer C59. Experience smoother HD streaming and online gaming with AC1200 Wi-Fi over dual 5GHz (867Mbps) and 2.4GHz (450Mbps) bands. Quickly set up the router and manage network settings from your mobile device with the free TP-Link Tether app (Android, iOS), or with the updated Web UI.Top comment"It is not supported by DD-WRT, so you can not re-flash it for a different feature set. ...I am now looking to get another one if the price falls to run Open WRT on it and set up a bridge. Would buy again."
See all customer reviewsSee all Wi-Fi RoutersProduct Description
Create aWireless AC network with the Archer C59. Experience smoother HD streaming and online gaming with AC1200 Wi-Fi over dual 5GHz (867Mbps) and 2.4GHz (450Mbps) bands. Quickly set up the router and manage network settings from your mobile device with the free TP-Link Tether app (Android, iOS), or with the updated Web UI.See all Wi-Fi Routers
Google - Geek Squad Certified Refurbished Nest AC1200 Dual-Band Mesh Wi-Fi Router - White
Model: GSRF GA02430-USSKU: 6468004Top comment"Great Router/Add-on Point...I believe Google is going back to the basics now with the new Nest Wifi Pro. I dd return this as I had the 2nd generation mesh system and I just wanted to have those speakers too as a nice touch. ...Great Routers...I returned this item because I the one three Routers. I'm sure it works as well."
See all customer reviewsSee all Wi-Fi RoutersProduct Description
Build a wireless network for your devices with this refurbished Google Wi-Fi mesh router. The two Ethernet ports enable wired LAN connectivity, while the 802.11ac Wi-Fi 5 protocol offers reliable network coverage of up to 1500 sq. ft. This Google Wi-Fi mesh router supports data encryption for access control and Google Assistant for voice control.*
Top comment"Great Router/Add-on Point...I believe Google is going back to the basics now with the new Nest Wifi Pro. I dd return this as I had the 2nd generation mesh system and I just wanted to have those speakers too as a nice touch. ...Great Routers...I returned this item because I the one three Routers. I'm sure it works as well."
See all customer reviewsSee all Wi-Fi RoutersProduct Description
Build a wireless network for your devices with this refurbished Google Wi-Fi mesh router. The two Ethernet ports enable wired LAN connectivity, while the 802.11ac Wi-Fi 5 protocol offers reliable network coverage of up to 1500 sq. ft. This Google Wi-Fi mesh router supports data encryption for access control and Google Assistant for voice control.*
See all Wi-Fi Routers
TP-Link - Archer AX11000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6 Router - Black/Red
Model: ARCHER AX11000SKU: 6389648Top comment"I needed to replace a well loved, but on its way out, Linksys WRT 1900AC router that Id had since 2014. It couldnt handle the limits of my 2600+ Sq Ft. 2 story house, and its 30+ client smart home anymore. ...Fastest router...If you looking for your game this is the best wireless routers and wifi easy to install its fast you can't get wrong with this gaming router. "
See all customer reviewsSee all Wi-Fi RoutersProduct Description
The Archer AX11000 tri-band router with the latest Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) technology delivers speeds up to 10.8 Gbps while using 12-streams to connect more devices and simultaneously reduce network congestion. AX11000 also comes equipped with next-level antivirus and robust parental controls, minimizes WiFi interference, and increases battery life for your mobile devices.Top comment"I needed to replace a well loved, but on its way out, Linksys WRT 1900AC router that Id had since 2014. It couldnt handle the limits of my 2600+ Sq Ft. 2 story house, and its 30+ client smart home anymore. ...Fastest router...If you looking for your game this is the best wireless routers and wifi easy to install its fast you can't get wrong with this gaming router. "
See all customer reviewsSee all Wi-Fi RoutersProduct Description
The Archer AX11000 tri-band router with the latest Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) technology delivers speeds up to 10.8 Gbps while using 12-streams to connect more devices and simultaneously reduce network congestion. AX11000 also comes equipped with next-level antivirus and robust parental controls, minimizes WiFi interference, and increases battery life for your mobile devices.See all Wi-Fi Routers
TP-Link - Archer AC1750 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 Router - Black
Model: Archer C7SKU: 5889900Top comment"Works well so far, I got it because it supports Open Wrt firmware, but It works fine with the stock firmware so I didn't have to replace it yet. ...Good, fast dual band router...Set up was easy, but I plan on replacing the stock firmware with open source DD-WRT, which I was running on the old Linksys. "
See all customer reviewsSee all Wi-Fi RoutersProduct Description
The Archer C7 covers your home with fast dual-band Wi-Fi. The 2.4GHz (450Mbps) Wi-Fi band is perfect for sending emails, browsing the web and listening to music. The 5GHz band reaches 1300Mbps so you can game and stream in HD at the same time without interruption.Top comment"Works well so far, I got it because it supports Open Wrt firmware, but It works fine with the stock firmware so I didn't have to replace it yet. ...Good, fast dual band router...Set up was easy, but I plan on replacing the stock firmware with open source DD-WRT, which I was running on the old Linksys. "
See all customer reviewsSee all Wi-Fi RoutersProduct Description
The Archer C7 covers your home with fast dual-band Wi-Fi. The 2.4GHz (450Mbps) Wi-Fi band is perfect for sending emails, browsing the web and listening to music. The 5GHz band reaches 1300Mbps so you can game and stream in HD at the same time without interruption.See all Wi-Fi Routers
Linksys - AC1900 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 Router - Black
Model: EA7450SKU: 6369384Top comment"Linksys AC1900 R74 Router Review...Finally got around to replacing my 5 year old Linksys WRT 1900 AC router. Setup was easy and straight forward. ...The Greatest router for everything....It's just as strong as the WRT design."
See all customer reviewsSee all Wi-Fi RoutersProduct Description
Enjoy a high speed and remarkable range with the Linksys R74 Max-StreamTM Wi-Fi 5 router. With speeds up to 1.9 Gbps to multiple devices at once, everyone in your home can stream and game at the same time without lag or buffering. It's easy to set up, and with automatic software updates and features, such as Parental Controls and Guest Access, your network will always be secure and up-to-date.Top comment"Linksys AC1900 R74 Router Review...Finally got around to replacing my 5 year old Linksys WRT 1900 AC router. Setup was easy and straight forward. ...The Greatest router for everything....It's just as strong as the WRT design."
See all customer reviewsSee all Wi-Fi RoutersProduct Description
Enjoy a high speed and remarkable range with the Linksys R74 Max-StreamTM Wi-Fi 5 router. With speeds up to 1.9 Gbps to multiple devices at once, everyone in your home can stream and game at the same time without lag or buffering. It's easy to set up, and with automatic software updates and features, such as Parental Controls and Guest Access, your network will always be secure and up-to-date.See all Wi-Fi Routers
Motorola - MG8702 32x8 DOCSIS 3.1 Cable Modem + AC3200 Router - Black
Model: MG8702SKU: 6451967Top comment"Great High Speed Router...Wireless works great even in basement with the router placed upstairs in a room. Motorola makes great routers and this is definitely a very good product as the wireless is extremely fast....Good quality but still working with comcast to get the signal strength up to what should be expected from my router capability. Probably not the routers issue and more on their side."
See all customer reviewsSee all Modem & Router CombosProduct Description
The Motorola MG8702 Gigabit Cable Modem with built-in AC3200 4X4 Router supports Gigabit Ethernet speed with advanced WiFi performance. Approved for Comcast Xfinity, Cox, and Charter Spectrum services, this cable modem is also backwards compatible with 32x8 DOCSIS 3.0.Top comment"Great High Speed Router...Wireless works great even in basement with the router placed upstairs in a room. Motorola makes great routers and this is definitely a very good product as the wireless is extremely fast....Good quality but still working with comcast to get the signal strength up to what should be expected from my router capability. Probably not the routers issue and more on their side."
See all customer reviewsSee all Modem & Router CombosProduct Description
The Motorola MG8702 Gigabit Cable Modem with built-in AC3200 4X4 Router supports Gigabit Ethernet speed with advanced WiFi performance. Approved for Comcast Xfinity, Cox, and Charter Spectrum services, this cable modem is also backwards compatible with 32x8 DOCSIS 3.0.See all Modem & Router Combos
Shopping ideas related to dd-wrt routers
- dd-wrt dual-band router
"I thought it was dd wrt compatible but it wasnt. Its a good router for VR quest 2 so I'll keep it"
- dns routers
"WiFi system that delivers hyper-fast, super-stable, whole-home WiFi to every device"
- mimo routers
"But if you are using older devices that only have an ac wifi card in your device, do not worry, ALL wifi 6 routers are rated for backwards compatibility. With Wifi 6 , it also comes with MU-MIMO technology, which in laymans terms means you will be getting much better stable connections between all your devices. "
- qos routers
"I've never experienced these issues with any other router so I'm more inclined to put the onus for these issues on the router itself. "