ASUS - RT-AX52 AX1800 Dual Band WiFi 6 Router

yeah it is n300 protocol, I think If I am not wrong. I don't buy this router. I rent my apartment, they probably cheap out on the router. It is zte f660. I have decided to buy this [https://www.asus.com/id/networking-iot-servers/wifi-routers/asus-wifi-routers/rt-ax52/](https://www.asus.com/id/networking-iot-servers/wifi-routers/asus-wifi-routers/rt-ax52/) . I only use it for single room use case.

I have 2 ax52 routers, one as access point an other one as node, aimesh works great

I own the ASUS RT-AX1800 and RT-AX3000. I like them both. I don't use either of them as my gateway anymore though. I upgraded to a sg-1100 pfSense gateway recently and have both the routers running in AP mode now. One for upstairs coverage and one for downstairs coverage. I, as others have said, encourage you to install Merlin firmware if you choose ASUS. Just make sure your model has Merlin firmware available. The RT-AX3000 v2 was my gateway before the sg-1100 and I had to install forked third-party Merlin firmware because there weren't any current versions that supported the v2 model.

I'm using the 1800s as a node and my main router is the RT-BE86U. I can say that the 1800s is holding up super well as a node. I recommend the ASUS.

I stick with Asus, my experience with TP link is less than stellar. Genuinely any router in the 100-200 mark will do the job for you. I usually recommend this to people - https://www.jbhifi.com.au/products/asus-rt-ax54hp-dual-band-ax1800-wi-fi-6-router UI is pretty friendly for newbies that want to learn about how their system works Q2 - Honestly same, I get them muddled up all the time, router is what your devices connect to, modem is what "translates" the data - someone more adept can probably explain this better but if you are on FTTP you can consider the NBN box a replacement to your modem, so you only need a router.

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.

I've been using AiMesh since the beginning, and it was rocky at first, but now I'm currently quite happy with it. One solid main router and two APs outside. What unifi did you get to replace your setup and do you think it was worth the cost?

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

I use Asus routers in my Ai mesh network and it gives me complete control over everything and I've loved it. I use that coupled with family link from Google and I feel like I've done my job as a parent blocking as much bullshit as I can for my kids.  But don't worry, their friends who's parents don't care about a single thing they consume will come along and ruin your hard work. Or your kids will be kids and find loop holes, which they always do. But you still tried. 

Asus AiMesh can be configured without an app and uses local credentials for management.

I went from DD-WRT for years to ASUS AiMesh and have been on Unifi equipment for a good four years now. I never have any issues with roaming (3600+ home) and I can fine tune whenever necessary (rare). I love the Unifi and don't plan on moving away any time soon. If you want peace of mind, I definitely also recommend Unifi.

As has been said, plug in everything you can. For a basic option, the Asus routers with AiMesh are a pretty simple solution. Start with one on the second floor centrally located and see if you need more. Use inSSIDer to see how your signal strength is as what kind of interference you have and set settings accordingly. If you’re not reaching all corners, add another compatible Asus and put them on floors 1 and 3 (both wired connection to WAN jack)

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