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WiFi Routers
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Router searches designed to stay current: strong Wi-Fi 6 picks, 6E/7 for future-proofing, mainstream mesh, and prosumer options (UniFi).
Wi-Fi 6 performance routers (ASUS / Netgear class)
Great for gaming + WFH: strong range and stability.
- Great all-around
- Strong throughput
- Good used/refurb market
TP-Link Archer Wi-Fi 6/6E (value reliable picks)
Often the best price/performance for normal homes.
- Great value
- Good features
- Easy setup
Wi-Fi 6E routers (extra 6GHz headroom)
Better congestion handling when you have many devices nearby.
- More bandwidth headroom
- Great for dense areas
- Best with 6E-capable devices
Wi-Fi 7 routers (future-proof tier)
If you want to buy once and keep it for years.
- Newest standard
- High ceiling
- Usually premium priced
Mesh systems (eero / Deco / Orbi)
Best for whole-home coverage and fewer dead zones.
- Coverage fix
- Great for families
- 2–3 pack is typical
Prosumer: UniFi gateways + access points
For ‘set it and forget it’ stability and better control.
- Very stable
- Scales well
- Great for homelabs