ASUS - RT-AC5300

Anyone suggesting you continue to use the spectrum router is a spectrum rep who drinks way too much of the Kool Aid lmao. I use an ASUS RT-AC5300 and have been for the last like 3 years with no problem.

Anyone suggesting you continue to use the spectrum router is a spectrum rep who drinks way too much of the Kool Aid lmao. I use an ASUS RT-AC5300 and have been for the last like 3 years with no problem.

Have a look at https://www.asus.com/uk/networking-iot-servers/wifi-routers/all-series/ I have the RT-AC5300, albeit it’s old now, and it’s never failed me.

I'm no expert at all in networks. I use Asus tri band routera running Merlin firmware. I have one router at the far end of the house on the 1at floor and the second router at the opposite end on the second floor. The signal extends to the yard and fully covers the house with Wi-Fi 6. House is close to 3k square feet. I have the routers hardwired since that provided the best connection. If you go the Merlin website you'll see what routers are supported.

I’m living in a 2 storey house too. You can’t go wrong with any of the monster 8 antennas WiFi routers from ASUS. I’m currently using a ASUS GT-BE98. Router is located downstairs. For the bedrooms upstairs, I am getting wifi speeds of 600 Mbps. For downstairs, I am getting wifi speeds of 900 - 1000 Mbps. My previous router was an ASUS AC5300. Another monstrous 8 Antenna wifi behemoth. :) No WiFi dead spots ever. Just 1 router simple setup. No mesh required. I even have strong wifi signals at the carpark driveway of my property.

I like Asus since you don't have to go all-in with mesh on day one. Wireless backhaul is an issue with every mesh system. I started with an AiMesh Extendable Router and I can add anything from the Asus line-up if I need better coverage. And, yeah, that RT-AX86U Pro is pretty nice with its 2.5 Gbps port connecting to my Arris cable modem. This computer is wired to a LAN port and works very well, and the wi-fi around the house is very reliable.

Avoid tp-link and any other CCP networking equipment. Don't intentionally put stuff with backdoors in them just to save a few bucks. Unifi is great but it's expensive and you really should use it wired. If you're just looking for plug and play mesh Asus has good offerings. Their AI mesh system works well

I've had zero problems with M1 for many years. Only went down once, and that was for scheduled maintenance in the middle of the night. Also, it's not just your internet plan that could be the cause of any issues. If your router isn't good enough, or is in a terrible position, or is overheating, or the bomb shelter is between your laptop and the router, you are gonna have issues no matter what plan you have. I have a standard 1Gbps plan but an Asus gaming router with ethernet cables going to the 3 heaviest users in the home – PS5, living TV and bedroom TV. I also set up a second router using Asus AImesh to provide wifi signal to one of the further corners of the house.

if you insist on wifi i personally love asus ai mesh. i’ve had nothing but great experiences with it so far. speeds are consistent through my entire house. eero on the other hand i personally have had very, very bad luck with. Devices that don’t roam properly across the nodes correctly, hit or miss connection drops during hand offs, poor speeds on satellite nodes (even with the pro models with tri band) and half of the good features being behind a stupid paywall. i personally wouldn’t ever touch eero again.

Asus aimesh, for years no reboot needed.

Asus AiMesh - Yea TP-Link Deco - Yes TP-Link Easy Mesh - Not sure