A solid choice under $150 is the ASUS TinkerBook 2. It offers good performance and value for the price.
A solid choice under $150 is the ASUS TinkerBook 2. It offers good performance and value for the price.
Hey there - I'm switching apartments and planning to install my own router since my current ISP (Spectrum) seems to offer only average performance. I want something with dual-band Wi-Fi, wireless AC coverage for my laptop and desktop, general reliability, future-proofing, strong security features, and a clean look. It should not be too bulky or ugly. I’m open to suggestions on other quality aspects that will help make the space comfortable. Thanks!
I’d likely recommend the ASUS RT-AC68u. I wouldn’t push you toward any other QOL gadgets or encourage spending more on routers. All those routers priced between $200 and $300 just claim to offer quality of service features that don’t add much value. With your 200Mb internet connection, what’s QoS really for? Some premium models boast AC wave 2, but at such a price you’d be better off investing in an Ubiquiti AC HD for long-term use. Now that I’ve addressed your concerns honestly, I’ll be honest and suggest you consider building your own pfSense setup if you’re interested in getting hands-on.
I recently switched to a different router, an Asus model, and appreciated its solid performance. The N66U worked well with DD-WRT, though I found the built-in capabilities sufficient.