Best router for range

[antoainb]

Hello!

 

I'm replacing my ISP's router with a new one that has better WiFi range. I saw the Asus RT-N66U and I thought it was a good option, what do you think?

 

I'd like to spend 100 to 150€ if possible.

 

Thanks!

[Raboo]

Linus did a video on it 

[qwertywarrior]

this

https://www.asus.com/Networking/RTN14UHP/

 

 

 

 

if you want to keep using ur router but want stronger wifi buy this for 79$

http://www.smallnetbuilder.com/wireless/wireless-reviews/32189-ubiquiti-uap-lr-long-range-access-point-reviewed

 

its VERY Powerful

[antoainb]

Linus did a video on it 

 

 

this

https://www.asus.com/Networking/RTN14UHP/

 

 

if you want to keep using ur router but want stronger wifi buy this for 79$

http://www.smallnetbuilder.com/wireless/wireless-reviews/32189-ubiquiti-uap-lr-long-range-access-point-reviewed

 

its VERY Powerful

 

 

Thank you both for your answers!

 

What do you think I would benifit more from, getting one of the things you mentioned or a 5Ghz router?

 

Thanks!

[macpro622776]

What do you think I would benifit more from, getting one of the things you mentioned or a 5Ghz router?

 

If you're looking for range, stick to the 2.4GHz band. The 5GHz band gives you better speed but a smaller range.

[qwertywarrior]

Thank you both for your answers!

 

What do you think I would benifit more from, getting one of the things you mentioned or a 5Ghz router?

 

Thanks!

5ghz is great for noisey enviroments for example if you live near lots of wireless routers like 15+ 5Ghz is great but if you have few around you then stick with 2.4Ghz for range

[antoainb]

If you're looking for range, stick to the 2.4GHz band. The 5GHz band gives you better speed but a smaller range.

 

 

5ghz is great for noisey enviroments for example if you live near lots of wireless routers like 15+ 5Ghz is great but if you have few around you then stick with 2.4Ghz for range

 

Thanks! 

 

I found the ASUS RT-AC66U that is within my budget and it has what I need. Linus tested it on the video and it worked well.

 

P.S: One more thing, if I get it should I stick with ASUS' firmware or should I use dd-wrt or open-wrt?

[qwertywarrior]

Thanks! 

 

I found the ASUS RT-AC66U that is within my budget and it has what I need. Linus tested it on the video and it worked well.

 

P.S: One more thing, if I get it should I stick with ASUS' firmware or should I use dd-wrt or open-wrt?

Why are you getting an AC router do u have devices that use AC ?

If u really want an over powered router then go with the rt-n66u

Only reason to go with ddwrt if u want enhanced features but I'm sure u dont

[The Syndicate]

Buy a decent router and then get a wifi extender.

[Blade of Grass]

Thanks!

I found the ASUS RT-AC66U that is within my budget and it has what I need. Linus tested it on the video and it worked well.

P.S: One more thing, if I get it should I stick with ASUS' firmware or should I use dd-wrt or open-wrt?

The stock ASUS firmware is good IMHO. But alot of people like Merlin's firmware.

I'd suggest against open-wrt or dd-wrt, merlin in specifically made for ASUS routers and would most likely be a better option if you want 3rd part firmware.

[antoainb]

Buy a decent router and then get a wifi extender.

 

Do wifi extenders create a new network?

[antoainb]

The stock ASUS firmware is good IMHO. But alot of people like Merlin's firmware.

I'd suggest against open-wrt or dd-wrt, merlin in specifically made for ASUS routers and would most likely be a better option if you want 3rd part firmware.

 

I was just asking, the default firmware has what I need.

Why are you getting an AC router do u have devices that use AC ?

If u really want an over powered router then go with the rt-n66u

Only reason to go with ddwrt if u want enhanced features but I'm sure u dont

 

I don't have any AC devices atm but I will probably get some this year so might as well.