Purchasing a fresh router
Purchasing a fresh router
Purchase model C9, but verify the release first. Latest versions tend to be superior.
It seems there are many router models sharing similar names. It’s interesting how Amazon displays products side by side. I’m responsible for finding the most affordable router available and I wasn’t aware there were so many options. My wife mentioned she likes Asus, probably because we discussed Linux and mesh networking with old routers. Now I need to review their offerings too since no one here recommended them. Anyway, that’s enough!
Asus aren't great routers in my opinion. The interface is really slow, extra features sometimes work while others don't, the print server is unreliable, and even their troubleshooting tool can cause crashes. I bought the RT-AC68U after hours of testing, changing firmware, trying fixes, but still ended up returning to another model—Archer C9. I'm satisfied with that choice. I don't mind frequent updates or occasional good ones; I prefer stability over constant changes.
Asus RT-AC68U looks odd given the mixed reviews—some praise it while others criticize it. Still, it’s worth considering. The main concerns seem to be the ports and LAN functionality. Overall, the review appears fair, so you might want to check those features before deciding.
We focused on Google Wi-Fi and Asus options. My connection works well with Google, but the absence of LAN USB and lack of Linux support are concerns. I’m still trying to find another Asus model to consider. Here are the links:
1. [Asus Wireless Ac1900 Router](https://www.bestbuy.ca/en-ca/product/asu...52373.aspx)
2. [Google Wi-Fi Ac1200 Whole Home Mesh System](https://www.bestbuy.ca/en-ca/product/goo...60406.aspx)
I’m really impressed with my RT-AC3200. Although it comes with a higher price tag, it handles more than 25 devices at once while transferring data nonstop. A downside was its placement in the garage front—thick walls blocked the signal. I switched it with some Asus Lyra Mini units, which solved the issue. Overall, it offers a solid web interface, great stability, regular updates, and all features work well.
Thanks for the update. More details help me. I just checked, but sadly the Best Buy near my family doesn’t have that item on sale and it’s quite pricey at regular cost... we might need to adjust our budget to about 150 if we want it... but yours is 375! I’m really happy with your purchase!!
I bought it for 210 Euros, which is roughly 315 Canadian dollars—definitely a premium price. I’m always eager to help share my knowledge, though I agree it’s quite costly for most people. Honestly, a lot of folks don’t need such a powerful router with all the features. The Linksys EA8300 seems like a solid choice for your situation. However, it doesn’t support DD-WRT yet; checking their forums suggests it might be possible, but there’s no confirmed release date.