Bondar Posted July 15, 2015 Report Share Posted July 15, 2015 At my house I have the junk router than cogeco gives when you sign up for Internet. The wireless range on it is horrible and cuts out in my small house. I'm looking to upgrade it but I have no idea what I should be looking for. I'd like to buy off Amazon of similar for a deal rather than going to Best buy or something like that. What would you guys recommend as I have no idea what any of the signs for a good router are. Simple set up and use would be nice as I'm not great with computer stuff Thanks for any help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leaf4 Posted July 15, 2015 Report Share Posted July 15, 2015 (edited) I used to have a d-link wasn't impressed with it and went with a Cisco dual band wireless N router, couldn't be happier and in a house with 6 guys, 4 of which have girlfriends so the potential of 10+ people connected at any point in time, we haven't had any issues in terms of speed or lack of connectivity at any moment in time, keeping in mind I have unlimited internet with 100mbps speed Just did a quick search online, the Asus routers are looking to be a better option at a cheaper price point. There are some on Amazon listed in the $100 range that are faster than mine, and I believe I paid $129.99 or something like that Edited July 15, 2015 by Lucas F Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hutch4113 Posted July 15, 2015 Report Share Posted July 15, 2015 Would recommend an ASUS Router - like this -> http://www.staples.ca/en/ASUS-AC1750-Dual-Band-Wireless-Gigabit-Router/product_984098_2-CA_1_20001. I have this one at home, and the coverage is good (3 Antennas make a difference). AC is a new wireless standard - good explanation here -> http://www.extremetech.com/computing/160837-what-is-802-11ac-and-how-much-faster-than-802-11n-is-it. Then AC1750 is an older unit - looks like it has been replaced by RT-AC66U (not to be confused with 2nd recommendation below). If you don't have an AC wireless adapter, than the RT-N66U is probably fine. Again it has 3 antennas, which will help in terms of range, etc. Do a search - but Staples might be the best location in terms of price - or at least it was when I was searching. In terms of setup, they are pretty straightforward. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted July 15, 2015 Report Share Posted July 15, 2015 (edited) I run a Trendnet AC1900 with DD-WRT and it's killer. Can't go wrong with an Asus AC66/68 either. Edited July 15, 2015 by BillM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FloatnFly Posted July 15, 2015 Report Share Posted July 15, 2015 ASUS all the way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bondar Posted July 15, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 15, 2015 Thanks everyone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan668 Posted July 15, 2015 Report Share Posted July 15, 2015 I run an asus, its great except when it comes to mobile devices a floor up, for some reason it constantly cuts out, and i run Merlin firmware, odd because with the laptop its fine. Gave up trying to figure out what was wrong with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bondar Posted July 15, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 15, 2015 Hmm all I want it for is mobile device lol and on the second floor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan668 Posted July 15, 2015 Report Share Posted July 15, 2015 Lol, i doubt you will have the same problem, its been documented a few times on other forums, in saying that Asus routers are probably the best on the market. Whats your budget? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bondar Posted July 15, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 15, 2015 Don't really have one long as it stops cutting out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cuzza Posted July 16, 2015 Report Share Posted July 16, 2015 I have an Asus AC87 and it's fantastic - I live in a townhouse and no issues at all, previous one kept disconnecting and the Asus has that. I run up to 6 mobile devices plus a couple of laptops on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bondar Posted July 22, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2015 (edited) Can anyone tell the difference between these 2? http://vi.raptor.ebaydesc.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemDescV4&item=181391975253&category=44995&pm=1&ds=0&t=1437546649398http://vi.raptor.ebaydesc.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemDescV4&item=171741148115&category=44995&pm=1&ds=0&t=1437546558521 http://vi.raptor.ebaydesc.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemDescV4&item=171741148115&category=44995&pm=1&ds=0&t=1437546558521 Edited July 22, 2015 by Bondar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan668 Posted July 22, 2015 Report Share Posted July 22, 2015 Those are both the same model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted July 22, 2015 Report Share Posted July 22, 2015 There is no difference, the R is sold at big box stores like BestBuy, the U isn't. Just a marketing thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister G Posted July 22, 2015 Report Share Posted July 22, 2015 All you really need is a wireless "extender" from Netgear. I have their model 2700 and it works great, extending my range anywhere in my yard including the garage. It cost me $35 including shipping from Amazon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sebabmw Posted July 23, 2015 Report Share Posted July 23, 2015 Asus rtac68u very good router easy to setup as well range is great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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