portable routers
Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for portable routers.
If you're looking for a simple way to improve the Wi-Fi signal in your home, or if you want to add a wireless network to an existing system, a portable router can be a great option. These devices are small enough to fit on a bookshelf or in a closet, and they can be set up in minutes. Browse the top-ranked list of portable routers below along with associated reviews and opinions.
TP-Link - Archer AX3000 Pro Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 Router - Black
Model: Archer AX3000 ProSKU: 6502056Top comment"Upgraded from an AC router to AX. Didnt see many changes in speed or range, but I dont think thats this routers fault. ...There are a numerous walls the signal has to travel and this router was able to reach through. ...Solid router. No complants so far...Stable router"
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Upgrade to Wi-Fi 6 router and reach speeds of up to 3 Gbps for a buffer-free 4K/HD streaming and gaming experience. Use the 2.5 Gigabit port to create fast, reliable wired connection that can take full advantage of internet plans up to 2.5 Gbps.Top comment"Upgraded from an AC router to AX. Didnt see many changes in speed or range, but I dont think thats this routers fault. ...There are a numerous walls the signal has to travel and this router was able to reach through. ...Solid router. No complants so far...Stable router"
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Upgrade to Wi-Fi 6 router and reach speeds of up to 3 Gbps for a buffer-free 4K/HD streaming and gaming experience. Use the 2.5 Gigabit port to create fast, reliable wired connection that can take full advantage of internet plans up to 2.5 Gbps.See all Wi-Fi Routers
ARRIS - SURFboard mAX Pro Wireless-AX11000 Tri-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System - Black
Model: W133SKU: 6358170Top comment"Outstanding mesh routers crippled by app...These routers are the best AX routers in the industry in my opinion. ...Just love being able to travel anywhere in our house and have total WiFi strength."
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Increase your data capacity to handle all your home network needs with this ARRIS SURFboard mAX Pro Wi-Fi system. The latest Wi-Fi technology, 802.11ax, delivers faster speeds and a wider range to accommodate more users, while the quad-core processors support high-bandwidth applications like simultaneous 4K streaming. This Alexa-compatible ARRIS SURFboard mAX Pro Wi-Fi system features four Ethernet ports for flexible connectivity to WAN networks.Top comment"Outstanding mesh routers crippled by app...These routers are the best AX routers in the industry in my opinion. ...Just love being able to travel anywhere in our house and have total WiFi strength."
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Increase your data capacity to handle all your home network needs with this ARRIS SURFboard mAX Pro Wi-Fi system. The latest Wi-Fi technology, 802.11ax, delivers faster speeds and a wider range to accommodate more users, while the quad-core processors support high-bandwidth applications like simultaneous 4K streaming. This Alexa-compatible ARRIS SURFboard mAX Pro Wi-Fi system features four Ethernet ports for flexible connectivity to WAN networks.See all Mesh Wi-Fi
NETGEAR - Nighthawk AX6600 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6 Router - Black
Model: RAX70-100NASSKU: 6425813Top comment"Good Router...Always have used Netgear Routers from day one. I just think you can't buy a better Router. ...Amazing router...Reached numbers in the high 800 what a difference from other routers !!!"
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Experience fast, steady wireless performance with this NETGEAR Nighthawk tri-band Wi-Fi router. Six 5GHz and two 2.4GHz streams reduce congestion on your wireless network and enable more bandwidth for UHD streaming and gaming on multiple devices. This NETGEAR Nighthawk tri-band Wi-Fi router features high-powered antennas and amplifiers for reliable connection at long range, while speeds of up to 4.8 Gbps enable fast file transfer.Top comment"Good Router...Always have used Netgear Routers from day one. I just think you can't buy a better Router. ...Amazing router...Reached numbers in the high 800 what a difference from other routers !!!"
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Experience fast, steady wireless performance with this NETGEAR Nighthawk tri-band Wi-Fi router. Six 5GHz and two 2.4GHz streams reduce congestion on your wireless network and enable more bandwidth for UHD streaming and gaming on multiple devices. This NETGEAR Nighthawk tri-band Wi-Fi router features high-powered antennas and amplifiers for reliable connection at long range, while speeds of up to 4.8 Gbps enable fast file transfer.See all Wi-Fi Routers
NETGEAR - Nighthawk AX1800 Dual-Band Mesh Wi-Fi System (3-pack) - Black
Model: MK63S-100NASSKU: 6452544Top comment"Bought to replace the Orbi mesh routers that I had been using for the last 3 years, So far so good and coverage has been better than the previous router I had. ...Super easy to connect all 3 portables. Just plug in and ready to go."
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Connect your smart devices to the Internet with this NETGEAR Nighthawk mesh Wi-Fi 6 system. The two satellites extend the network coverage to help eliminate dead zones, while dual-band Wi-Fi 6 technology connects up to 25 or more devices without compromising speed. This NETGEAR Nighthawk mesh Wi-Fi 6 system supports speeds of up to 1.8 Gbps and 4K Ultra HD resolutions to promote content streaming and online gaming.Top comment"Bought to replace the Orbi mesh routers that I had been using for the last 3 years, So far so good and coverage has been better than the previous router I had. ...Super easy to connect all 3 portables. Just plug in and ready to go."
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Connect your smart devices to the Internet with this NETGEAR Nighthawk mesh Wi-Fi 6 system. The two satellites extend the network coverage to help eliminate dead zones, while dual-band Wi-Fi 6 technology connects up to 25 or more devices without compromising speed. This NETGEAR Nighthawk mesh Wi-Fi 6 system supports speeds of up to 1.8 Gbps and 4K Ultra HD resolutions to promote content streaming and online gaming.See all Mesh Wi-Fi
NETGEAR - AC1200 Router with 16 x 4 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem - Black
Model: C6230-100NASSKU: 6473371Top comment"Easy And portable...This router is super easy to setup and doesn’t use to much space in the room. ...Portable...Device is portable and does the job, no issues with it so far."
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Ensure a reliable internet connection with this NETGEAR two-in-one cable modem and router. Gigabit Ethernet ports and channel bonding provide fast internet speeds of up to 680 Mbps, while the simultaneous dual band minimizes Wi-Fi interference when connecting multiple devices. This NETGEAR two-in-one cable modem and router supports WPA and WPA2 security standards to safeguard your connection, and the support for Nighthawk app enables quick, simple setup.Top comment"Easy And portable...This router is super easy to setup and doesn’t use to much space in the room. ...Portable...Device is portable and does the job, no issues with it so far."
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Ensure a reliable internet connection with this NETGEAR two-in-one cable modem and router. Gigabit Ethernet ports and channel bonding provide fast internet speeds of up to 680 Mbps, while the simultaneous dual band minimizes Wi-Fi interference when connecting multiple devices. This NETGEAR two-in-one cable modem and router supports WPA and WPA2 security standards to safeguard your connection, and the support for Nighthawk app enables quick, simple setup.See all Modem & Router Combos
NETGEAR - Dual-Band AC1750 Router with 16 x 4 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem - Black
Model: C6300-100NASSKU: 4483016Top comment"new router...great router, works well in our application. we have had problems with other routers...Routers...My sales associate was cordial, efficient, and knowledgeable about what router brand and its capabilities that best met my needs."
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The NETGEAR Dual-Band AC1750 Router with 16 x 4 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem provides very fast cable speeds with an AC1750 WiFi router and integrated DOCSIS 3.0 cable modem, up to 680 Mbps. Compatible with cable Internet providers such as XFINITY from Comcast, Spectrum, Cox, Cablevision, and more.Top comment"new router...great router, works well in our application. we have had problems with other routers...Routers...My sales associate was cordial, efficient, and knowledgeable about what router brand and its capabilities that best met my needs."
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The NETGEAR Dual-Band AC1750 Router with 16 x 4 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem provides very fast cable speeds with an AC1750 WiFi router and integrated DOCSIS 3.0 cable modem, up to 680 Mbps. Compatible with cable Internet providers such as XFINITY from Comcast, Spectrum, Cox, Cablevision, and more.See all Modem & Router Combos
Motorola - Dual-Band AC1900 Router with 16 x 4 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem - Black
Model: MG7550SKU: 5619201Top comment"Modem router...Super great modem router... very fast and never gives me any issues like other routers and modems"
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Connect to the internet wirelessly with this dual-band Wi-Fi Motorola cable modem. Power Boost technology provides wireless amplification to the U.S. legal limit so you can watch videos or enjoy high-performance networking. This Motorola cable modem lets you stream media at up to 686 Mbps on downstream channels and up to 123 Mbps on upstream channels.Top comment"Modem router...Super great modem router... very fast and never gives me any issues like other routers and modems"
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Connect to the internet wirelessly with this dual-band Wi-Fi Motorola cable modem. Power Boost technology provides wireless amplification to the U.S. legal limit so you can watch videos or enjoy high-performance networking. This Motorola cable modem lets you stream media at up to 686 Mbps on downstream channels and up to 123 Mbps on upstream channels.See all Modem & Router Combos
Linksys - Atlas Max AXE8400 Tri-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 6E System- (3-pack)
Model: MX8503SKU: 6455942Top comment"Great router...My only gripe is that the ports going out are only gigabit so when my provider supports multi gig my wired back haul nodes will be capped but there aren’t any routers on the market with this yet....Power mesh routers. I've been buying many different Linksys routers for many years. "
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Linksys Atlas Max delivers crystal-clear signal and ultra-fast Wi-Fi speeds to more than 65 devices per node. Wi-Fi 6E offers the 6GHz band connection that’s needed for optimum performance for video conferencing, and working and learning from home, as well as the latest AR and VR devices. It offers a reliable connection for a home full of people to enjoy pro gaming, HD streaming, and video calls without interruption. Intelligent Mesh Technology offers whole home coverage that’s easily expandable by adding additional nodes. With easy setup, advanced security and parental controls, Linksys Atlas Max is an essential upgrade to any home that needs the most reliable, highest-speed Wi-Fi.Top comment"Great router...My only gripe is that the ports going out are only gigabit so when my provider supports multi gig my wired back haul nodes will be capped but there aren’t any routers on the market with this yet....Power mesh routers. I've been buying many different Linksys routers for many years. "
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Linksys Atlas Max delivers crystal-clear signal and ultra-fast Wi-Fi speeds to more than 65 devices per node. Wi-Fi 6E offers the 6GHz band connection that’s needed for optimum performance for video conferencing, and working and learning from home, as well as the latest AR and VR devices. It offers a reliable connection for a home full of people to enjoy pro gaming, HD streaming, and video calls without interruption. Intelligent Mesh Technology offers whole home coverage that’s easily expandable by adding additional nodes. With easy setup, advanced security and parental controls, Linksys Atlas Max is an essential upgrade to any home that needs the most reliable, highest-speed Wi-Fi.See all Mesh Wi-Fi
TP-Link - Archer AX5400 Pro Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 Router - Black
Model: Archer AX5400 ProSKU: 6532370Top comment"A Luxurious and Reliable Router Option!...As an owner of a similar lower model wifi-6 TP-Link router prior to owning this router, I have had great experiences with TP-Link routers and their quality in the past, but this router absolutely blows the lower models out of the water, even though for most this router is probably a bit overkill. ...In all, it’s a great performing router. I guess you can’t have everything because it looks like a dead spider and I kinda don’t like that—then again, a lot of routers today look like this, pushing function over form. "
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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"A Luxurious and Reliable Router Option!...As an owner of a similar lower model wifi-6 TP-Link router prior to owning this router, I have had great experiences with TP-Link routers and their quality in the past, but this router absolutely blows the lower models out of the water, even though for most this router is probably a bit overkill. ...In all, it’s a great performing router. I guess you can’t have everything because it looks like a dead spider and I kinda don’t like that—then again, a lot of routers today look like this, pushing function over form. "
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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
ASUS - RT-AX82U AX5400 Dual-Band WiFi 6 Router
Model: RT-AX82U V2SKU: 6532136Top comment"Great router!...Major improvement over previous router!...I researched routers and this one along with the AX5700 came up frequently among the top tier. "
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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"Great router!...Major improvement over previous router!...I researched routers and this one along with the AX5700 came up frequently among the top tier. "
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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
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