As of March 2024, based on our testing, crowd-sourced reviews, and technical documentation, the following routers stand out as the top picks:
- Overall: TP-Link Archer AX55 emerges as the best overall Wi-Fi router, lauded by sources like The Wire Cutter for its outstanding performance and reliability. [1] In our testing, it also performed very well. Good crowd opinion on that one (if you cut the noise).
- High-speed & low-cost option: Asus RT-AX55. It’s a Wi-Fi 6 router that offers solid performance and remarkable value, often priced below $70, making it an attractive choice for budget-conscious consumers. [2]
- The best mesh wi-fi: Eero 6. These systems provide seamless coverage throughout your home, ensuring a strong and consistent Wi-Fi signal in every corner. [3] Despite us being hesitant about Amazon owning Eero (it has hands in many things), Eero seems like the best mesh wi-fi system right now. $139 for a 2-pack, $199 for a 3-pack.
- Not recommended: “budget-friendly” TP-Link Deco S4 (unlike The Wire Cutter says). Reason: unfavorable Reddit reviews. [4, 5]
These recommendations are based on a careful evaluation of factors such as performance, price, ease of use, and coverage area, ensuring that you can find the best Wi-Fi router to meet your specific needs.
Sources used
- internal testing
- Amazon reviews
- Reddit reviews
- B&H reviews
- NewEgg reviews
- The WireCutter
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