Ubiquiti Networks Dream Machine 4x4 MU-MIMO AC1733 Wave-2 Dual-Band Gigabit Access Point
- Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) Wave 2
- Up to 1733 Mb/s
- 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz (Dual-Band)
- 4 x 10/100/1000 Mb/s LAN Ports
Synology RT6600 AX6600 Wireless Tri-Band 2.5G / Gigabit Router
- Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
- Up to 6600 Mb/s Throughput
- 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz / 5 GHz (Tri-Band)
- 6 x External Antennas
Synology WRX560 AX3000 Wireless Dual-Band 2.5G & Gigabit Router
- Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
- Up to 3000 Mb/s Throughput
- 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz (Dual-Band)
- 3 x Gigabit LAN Ports
TP-Link Archer AX55 AX3000 Wireless Dual-Band Gigabit Router
- Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
- Up to 2976 Mb/s Throughput
- 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz (Dual-Band)
- 4 x External Antennas
TP-Link Archer A6 AC1200 Wireless Dual-Band Gigabit Router
- Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
- Up to 1267 Mb/s Throughput
- 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz (Dual-Band)
- 4 x External Antennas
TP-Link TL-WR1502X AX1500 Wireless Dual-Band Gigabit Travel Router
- Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
- 3G/4G Tethering
- Up to 1.5 Gb/s Throughput
- 2.4 / 5 GHz (Dual-Band)
ASUS RT-AX3000 AX3000 Wireless Dual-Band Gigabit Router
- Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
- Up to 3000 Mb/s
- 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz (Dual-Band)
- 4 x External Antennas
Ubiquiti Networks Mobile Router Industrial
- Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) | 4G LTE
- Carrier Unlocked Nano-SIM Slot
- Up to 150 Mb/s Download Speed
- Up to 50 Mb/s Upload Speed
ASUS ROG Rapture GT-BE98 Pro Wireless Quad-Band Multi-Gig Gaming Router
- Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
- Up to 30 Gb/s Throughput
- 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz / 2 x 6 GHz (Quad-Band)
- 8 x External Antennas
ASUS RT-AX86U Pro AX5700 Wireless Dual-Band Multi-Gig Gaming Router
- Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
- Up to 5665 Mb/s Throughput
- 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz (Dual-Band)
- 3 x External / 1 x Internal Antenna
TP-Link Archer BE550 BE9300 Tri-Band 2.5G Router
- Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
- Up to 9214 Mb/s Throughput
- 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz / 6 GHz (Tri-Band)
- 6 x Internal Antennas
ASUS RT-BE92U BE9700 Wireless Tri-Band 2.5G/10G Router
- Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
- Up to 9678 Mb/s Throughput
- 2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz (Tri-Band)
- 4 x External & 1 x Internal Antennas
Synology RT2600AC AC-2600 Wireless Dual-Band Gigabit Router
- 802.11ac Wi-Fi Network Standard
- 2600 Mbps Wi-Fi Data Throughput
- Dual-Band 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz Frequencies
- 4x4 MIMO High-Gain Antennas
TP-Link Archer AX10 AX1500 Wireless Dual-Band Gigabit Router
- Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with Up to 1501 Mb/s
- 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz (Dual-Band)
- 4 x External Antennas with Beamforming
- 1.5 GHz Tri-Core Processor
TP-Link TL-WR841N Wireless N 10/100Mb Router
- Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
- Up to 300 Mb/s Throughput
- 2.4 GHz Frequency Band
- 2 x 5 dBi External Antennas
TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro AX3000 Wireless Dual-Band Multi-Gig Router
- Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
- Up to 2976 Mb/s Throughput
- 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz (Dual-Band)
- 4 x External Antennas
TP-Link Archer AX21 AX1800 Wireless Dual-Band Gigabit Router
- Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
- Up to 1775 Mb/s Throughput
- 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz (Dual-Band)
- 4 x Fixed External Antennas
Netgear Nighthawk RS700S BE19000 Wireless Tri-Band Multi-Gig Router
- Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
- Up to 18.7 Gb/s Throughput
- 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz / 6 GHz (Tri-Band)
- 8 x Internal Amplified Antennas
Netgear Nighthawk M6 Pro 5G mmWave Mobile Hotspot & AXE3600 Tri-Band Wi-Fi Router (Unlocked)
- Works with Most Major Providers
- Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
- Up to 3.6 Gb/s Wi-Fi Throughput
- Up to 8 Gb/s 5G mmWave Throughput
ASUS RT-AX57 Go AX3000 Wireless Dual-Band Gigabit Travel Router
- Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
- 4G/5G Tethering
- Up to 2976 Mb/s Throughput
- 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz (Dual-Band)
Synology Wireless Tri-Band Mesh Router
- Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
- 2.13 Gb/s
- 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz + 5 GHz Bands
- 2 x Internal Antennas
TP-Link Archer BE800 BE19000 Tri-Band 10G / 2.5G Router
- Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
- Up to 18,656 Mb/s Throughput
- 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz / 6 GHz (Tri-Band)
- 8 x Internal Antennas
TP-Link Archer GE800 BE19000 Wireless Tri-Band 10G / 2.5G Gaming Router
- Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
- Up to 18,656 Mb/s Throughput
- 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz / 6 GHz (Tri-Band)
- 8 x Internal Antennas
TP-Link TL-WR902AC AC750 Wireless Dual-Band Travel Router
- 802.11ac Wi-Fi Network Standard
- Up to 750 Mbps Wi-Fi Data Throughput
- 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz (Dual-Band)
- On-board Antennas
Netgear Nighthawk RS200 BE6500 Wireless Dual-Band Multi-Gig Router
- Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
- Up to 6.5 Gb/s Throughput
- 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz (Dual-Band)
- 4 x Internal Amplified Antennas
ASUS RT-AXE7800 AXE7800 Wireless Tri-Band 2.5G / 1G Router
- Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
- Up to 7780 Mb/s Throughput
- 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz / 6 GHz (Tri-Band)
- 6 x External Antennas
Netgear Nighthawk RS500 BE12000 Wireless Tri-Band Multi-Gig Router
- Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
- Up to 12 Gb/s Throughput
- 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz / 6 GHz (Tri-Band)
- 6 x Internal Amplified Antennas
Netgear Nighthawk M6 5G Mobile Hotspot & AX3600 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router (Unlocked)
- AT&T & T-Mobile Certified
- Up to 2.5 Gb/s 5G Throughput
- Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
- Up to 3.6 Gb/s Throughput (2.4 & 5 GHz)
Choosing the Best Wireless Routers
The best wireless routers keep all your devices linked to a single secure network. Depending on your environment, you may need to look for models with advanced features that combat interference caused by neighboring apartments, homes with multiple levels, or cross-frequencies from other electronic devices. Varying in power and capacity, all models allow you to stream data and media from your phone, computers, gaming systems, Smart TVs, and accessories that pair with Bluetooth adapters. The options are as limitless as your tech-savvy hobbies and interests, but they all rely on one thing: a strong connection.
Benefits of Wi-Fi Routers
You face cumbersome Ethernet cords scattered throughout your home or office without routers or wireless range extenders to expand your broadband internet service. In addition, smart devices such as cell phones and tablets can't access hardwired connections. The best wireless routers on the market are 802.11ac models, each with its own unique set of features. Ultimately, you should look for routers with at least four 10/100/1000GB Ethernet ports, so you can add multiple devices that may require hard connections. High-quality brands such as Linksys routers offer additional features such as USB ports that make it easy plug in printers and other systems. Certain models also offer restrictive controls, which let parents and office personnel limit the websites that people on a shared connection have access to.
Extending Your Wireless Signal
If your home or office has multiple levels, it can be difficult to maintain signal strength the farther you venture away from the router. Avoid Wi-Fi dead zones by using a whole home Smart Wi-Fi system to extend your reach. These can include a single device with amplified signal strength, or dual-band routers with multiple extenders. The additional devices track your router's signal, and then amplify and rebroadcast it.
Depending on the placement of the extender, your signal may lose its strength. In this case, wireless bridges can connect the networks from two networks, forming a Wi-Fi bridge. Connections range from Wi-Fi to Ethernet, Wi-Fi to Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth to Wi-Fi bridges. Whichever source becomes the primary communicator transmits to whatever devices are synced with the bridge.
A third option to consider is wireless access points. These networking devices form wireless local area networks (WLANs) that serve as access points for Wi-Fi transmission. Many people use these hotspot connections in homes, but they present the power and flexibility to use in office settings or even on the go.
Your unique needs determine which router is best for you. Look for different models from trusted brands, such as Asus routers and Apple routers. Learn more about all the functions of powerful wireless routers by checking out the selection found at B&H Photo and Video.