Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for password routers.
If you have a home network, you need a security router. These devices protect your network from intruders and hackers, and they also help keep your Internet connection fast and reliable. Browse the top-ranked list of security routers below along with associated reviews and opinions.
NETGEAR - Nighthawk AX2400 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router - Black
Model: RAX30-100NASSKU: 6479670Top comment"This is an excellent router. Setup was very easy. I was able to change SSID, passwords and setup a guest network....The router was really easy to setup. I was able tonsetup guest network and change the ssid and passwords. ...Solid router, strong signal, definitely an upgrade"
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Connect your devices to the internet with this Wi-Fi 6 NETGEAR Nighthawk wireless router. Data transfer rates of up to 2.4 Gbps enable fluid content streaming, while the four LAN ports support cabled network connections. This dual-band NETGEAR Nighthawk wireless router features a 1.5GHz triple-core processor to boost performance, and the WPA3 security protocol helps secure your network. Includes a 1-year NETGEAR Armor all-in-one internet security subscription.Top comment"This is an excellent router. Setup was very easy. I was able to change SSID, passwords and setup a guest network....The router was really easy to setup. I was able tonsetup guest network and change the ssid and passwords. ...Solid router, strong signal, definitely an upgrade"
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Connect your devices to the internet with this Wi-Fi 6 NETGEAR Nighthawk wireless router. Data transfer rates of up to 2.4 Gbps enable fluid content streaming, while the four LAN ports support cabled network connections. This dual-band NETGEAR Nighthawk wireless router features a 1.5GHz triple-core processor to boost performance, and the WPA3 security protocol helps secure your network. Includes a 1-year NETGEAR Armor all-in-one internet security subscription.See all Wi-Fi RoutersASUS - RT-AX55 AX1800 Dual-Band WiFi 6 Wireless Router with Life time internet Security - Black
Model: 90IG06C0-BA1100SKU: 6453040Top comment"I was able to change the ssid and password very quickly. It covers my house quite well....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. "
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The growing number of connected personal and IoT devices has led to an overall increase in network density that is pushing the limits of the current WiFi standard. RT-AX55 is a 2x2 dual-band WiFi router that provides 1024-QAM for dramatically faster wireless connections.Top comment"I was able to change the ssid and password very quickly. It covers my house quite well....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. "
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The growing number of connected personal and IoT devices has led to an overall increase in network density that is pushing the limits of the current WiFi standard. RT-AX55 is a 2x2 dual-band WiFi router that provides 1024-QAM for dramatically faster wireless connections.See all Wi-Fi RoutersASUS - ZenWiFi XT9 AX7800 Wi-Fi 6 Tri-band Mesh Router - White
Model: XT9SKU: 6530182Top comment"I kept my old network password and over 25 devices from lights to computers connected flawlessly. ...One of the best, if not best routers I have ever purchased. I covers our entire 3,700 sqft house. "
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The ASUS ZenWiFi XT9 mesh system consists of a pair of ASUS AX7800 tri-band WiFi 6 mesh routers, featuring unique technologies that give you superfast, reliable and secure WiFi connections for your streaming videos, gaming and all other smart IoT gadgets.Top comment"I kept my old network password and over 25 devices from lights to computers connected flawlessly. ...One of the best, if not best routers I have ever purchased. I covers our entire 3,700 sqft house. "
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The ASUS ZenWiFi XT9 mesh system consists of a pair of ASUS AX7800 tri-band WiFi 6 mesh routers, featuring unique technologies that give you superfast, reliable and secure WiFi connections for your streaming videos, gaming and all other smart IoT gadgets.See all Mesh Wi-FiASUS - AX5700 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 Router - Black
Model: RT-AX86U ProSKU: 6535035Top comment"You should also change the default router login name and password. For this router you do that in the Administration section and then select the System tab. ...Quality Router...Router is working great! Asus routers have always served me well."
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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"You should also change the default router login name and password. For this router you do that in the Administration section and then select the System tab. ...Quality Router...Router is working great! Asus routers have always served me well."
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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 RoutersASUS - ROG Rapture GT-AX11000 Pro Tri-band WiFi 6 Gaming Router, 2.5G Port - Black
Model: GT-AX11000 ProSKU: 6531152Top comment"Amazing router...Amazing router. Solved our homenetworking needs. Asus routers can be linked together in a mesh network...Router...I haven’t quite figured out what is all connected to my router yet but it is password protected, just need to figure out each device name and rename it for the app."
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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"Amazing router...Amazing router. Solved our homenetworking needs. Asus routers can be linked together in a mesh network...Router...I haven’t quite figured out what is all connected to my router yet but it is password protected, just need to figure out each device name and rename it for the app."
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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 RoutersASUS - RT-AX82U AX5400 Dual-Band WiFi 6 Router - Black
Model: RT-AX82U V2SKU: 6532136Top comment"(Go with the LED option and just ignored the other ways) Also, just FYI, while lay people use Wifi/Rourte interchangeably you will need to create separate passwords for router and your perosnal wif for setup...Best Router...Excellent router! Asus makes very reliable routers."
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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"(Go with the LED option and just ignored the other ways) Also, just FYI, while lay people use Wifi/Rourte interchangeably you will need to create separate passwords for router and your perosnal wif for setup...Best Router...Excellent router! Asus makes very reliable routers."
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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 RoutersTP-Link - Archer AX5400 Pro Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 Router - Black
Model: Archer AX5400 ProSKU: 6532370Top comment"This router does not seem to support WDS. I highly recommend this router if you have a newer home....After setting the admin and Wi-Fi passwords, the router was up and running. I tested the speeds from the far end of the house and was getting well over 200Mbps, which is perfect for UHD streaming. "
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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"This router does not seem to support WDS. I highly recommend this router if you have a newer home....After setting the admin and Wi-Fi passwords, the router was up and running. I tested the speeds from the far end of the house and was getting well over 200Mbps, which is perfect for UHD streaming. "
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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 RoutersNETGEAR - Nighthawk AX5300 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 Router - Black
Model: RAX49S-100NASSKU: 6515294Top comment"Great Router...great router at fantastic price (Black friday deal). Setup was easy, great app for phone...good speed for the Black Friday price...With the sale price of the unit on black Friday you really can't beat the performance of this unit. "
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Experience ultra-fast streaming or downloads with this NETGEAR Nighthawk AX5300 Wi-Fi router. Wi-Fi 6 technology provides expanded network capacity and extended coverage of up to 2,500 sq. ft., while the triple-core processor and 512MB of RAM provide powerful performance. This NETGEAR Nighthawk AX5300 Wi-Fi router has five Gigabit Ethernet ports to effortlessly handle multiple devices.Top comment"Great Router...great router at fantastic price (Black friday deal). Setup was easy, great app for phone...good speed for the Black Friday price...With the sale price of the unit on black Friday you really can't beat the performance of this unit. "
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Experience ultra-fast streaming or downloads with this NETGEAR Nighthawk AX5300 Wi-Fi router. Wi-Fi 6 technology provides expanded network capacity and extended coverage of up to 2,500 sq. ft., while the triple-core processor and 512MB of RAM provide powerful performance. This NETGEAR Nighthawk AX5300 Wi-Fi router has five Gigabit Ethernet ports to effortlessly handle multiple devices.See all RoutersTP-Link - Deco BE22000 Tri-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System (3-Pack) - White
Model: Deco BE85 (3-Pack)SKU: 6536654Top comment"I like the mobile app - it connects to the mesh router quickly and shows me that all 3 units are running - even shows in the picture the one router unit with the wired backhaul and one unit set up wirelessly. ...What do you want in your ultimate router? This....SETUP: Turn off my existing routers and disconnect. Unplug my previous router from the ISP’s Point-of-Entry. "
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Deco BE85 is the next-gen Wi-Fi 7 whole home multi-gig mesh Wi-Fi system that combines the technologies and premium hardware. The powerful BE22000 Wi-Fi 7 with TP-Link Mesh technology delivers strong Wi-Fi signal throughout your home and even connects up to 200 devices. Tri-Band technology reduces lag that originates from network congestion. The Mesh system automatically connects your devices to the least crowded Wi-Fi band depending on the devices' data usage. Achieve all the performance benefits with peace of mind with TP-Link's HomeShield protection. Stay secure with WPA3 encryption and provide a safe online-playground for your kids with parental controls.Top comment"I like the mobile app - it connects to the mesh router quickly and shows me that all 3 units are running - even shows in the picture the one router unit with the wired backhaul and one unit set up wirelessly. ...What do you want in your ultimate router? This....SETUP: Turn off my existing routers and disconnect. Unplug my previous router from the ISP’s Point-of-Entry. "
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Deco BE85 is the next-gen Wi-Fi 7 whole home multi-gig mesh Wi-Fi system that combines the technologies and premium hardware. The powerful BE22000 Wi-Fi 7 with TP-Link Mesh technology delivers strong Wi-Fi signal throughout your home and even connects up to 200 devices. Tri-Band technology reduces lag that originates from network congestion. The Mesh system automatically connects your devices to the least crowded Wi-Fi band depending on the devices' data usage. Achieve all the performance benefits with peace of mind with TP-Link's HomeShield protection. Stay secure with WPA3 encryption and provide a safe online-playground for your kids with parental controls.See all Mesh Wi-FiTP-Link - Archer BE19000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black
Model: Archer BE800SKU: 6537387Top comment"I found the app much easier, as I have used this kind of method with other routers and found it very simple. In using this router, I find it works very well while streaming, gaming and everyday uses. ...It’s a pretty good router...I just wish it did 6G mesh like the new Netgear do they’re using 6G mesh all the netgear Wi-Fi 7 routers do"
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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"I found the app much easier, as I have used this kind of method with other routers and found it very simple. In using this router, I find it works very well while streaming, gaming and everyday uses. ...It’s a pretty good router...I just wish it did 6G mesh like the new Netgear do they’re using 6G mesh all the netgear Wi-Fi 7 routers do"
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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