Buyer's guide
Upgrade your network with one of the best routers available today
Are you in the market for a new router? Don't make your final decision without seeing our pick for the best router available now.
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For your travels
Amplifi's new Teleport app helps you stay secure anywhere
Connect to your AmpliFi home network from anywhere with the AmpliFi Teleport app. Even on older AmpliFi routers.
Your new router
The best Wi-Fi solutions from Linksys in 2019
Linksys has been a common name in routers for many years and in 2019, they are still making great products. Here are the best routers you can buy made by Linksys.
Faster Wi-Fi
Best Gaming Routers in 2019
Gaming routers are some of the fastest routers around with powerful quality of service software and focus on keeping latency low.
Get Connected
Which modem will work best with your Comcast connection?
Do you have Comcast? Well, Motorola's MB7621 modem will help to keep your speed maxed out and save you money on rental costs.
802.11ax
Upgrade your internet speed with one of these Wi-Fi 6 routers
Bring the latest Wi-Fi tech to your home network with this selection of some of the best routers available. If you demand the best speed and reliability from your network, it's time to upgrade.
Save us, Ethernet
Are Cat 7 cables worth buying?
The vast majority of home users will see no benefit from the increased bandwidth of Cat7 cables. Unless you need more than 10Gbps, stick with the cheaper Cat 6.
No more modem rentals
What is the best Linksys modem for my cable internet?
Using your own money can save you money over renting one from your ISP and Linksys supports a wide range of speeds. If you can get by on 686Mbps, a 16 channel modem like the Linksys CM3016 is a great value.
Strengthen your signal
These are the best antennas for your TP-Link Archer C7 router
Stock antennas are a good one size fits all solution and work well for most people with clever positioning. Add some high-gain antennas to your router to customize your experience and improve your signal.
No Dead Zones
Which D-Link Wi-Fi extender is the best?
D-Link provides a good selection of Wi-Fi extenders with the DAP-1720 delivering impressive AC1750 speeds in a reasonably sized package. It even has an Ethernet port to get another wired device online.
privacy first
What is the best router that supports a VPN connection?
When it comes to setting up a VPN, the easiest way is to get a router with it already built-in, so you don't have to set it up on every device.
Full Speed Ahead
Which Linksys Wi-Fi extender is the best?
Linksys has Wi-Fi extenders that cover the gamut of speed and features. The RE9000 is the most technically advanced but takes up a lot of space while the RE7000 hits the best balance of speed and form factor.
Get Connected
Best Compact Wi-Fi Routers
AmpliFi provides the best package with a feature set that forgets nothing and an appearance that looks like an appliance from the future. Google and Eero make some great options with more wireless focused entries.
Enhance your Wi-Fi
Does AmpliFi make a better mesh router than Google?
The AmpliFi HD Mesh Router is an extremely compelling product. It is visually modern and comfortably traditional at the same time. While it provides more on the spec sheet, the overall experience with Google Wifi remains superior.
Can you always stay connected?
Should you get Teleport or MeshPoint with your AmpliFi router?
If you have decided on the AmpliFi HD Mesh Wi-fi System, the next question is what to get with it. The Teleport can bring your network with you anywhere while the MeshPoint looks to make the most of what you have at home.
Connect all the things
Should you pair the Nighthawk AC1900 with Google's mesh?
The Nighthawk AC1900's wireless abilities will feel redundant if used with Google Wifi. If you want to add wired capacity good enough for games to your mesh network, consider a wired only switch like the Nighthawk S8000.
Goodbye lag spikes!
Is the Nighthawk AC1900 fast enough for gaming?
Share your connection without sacrificing your gaming experience and say goodbye to lag spikes. You can also feel free to customize your configuration with the Nighthawk's powerful software.
Hook it up!
Can the Nighthawk AC1900 replace your Xfinity router?
Upgrading your Xfinity router is easier than it seems. Use the Nighthawk AC1900 with your own modem to take control of your network and know that you always have the newest features and technology connecting your home.