6 best mid range routers

Product description

The NETGEAR Insight Managed Smart Cloud Wireless Access Point WAC505 delivers high performance Wi-Fi and high client density for enterprises requiring ubiquitous and reliable wireless for all business applications. The WAC505 is managed by NETGEAR Insight app, for a more intuitive and innovative support, with no need for extra management hardware. The WAC505 features Multi-User MIMO (MU-MIMO) to achieve aggregate speeds up to 1.2 Gbps, option to configure as or Access Point modes, and comes with two Ethernet ports, a Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) 1Gb LAN port and a WAN port. WAC505 comes with market-leading 5-year. One touch network visibility. Anywhere.

• Easy setup and management - Use the insight cloud portal to log-in, manage, troubleshoot, and monitor your network from anywhere (free mobile app or premium desktop GUI)
• High speed, density and coverage - 2x2 Dual Band 802.11ac Wave 2
• Maximize performance - Multi-gigabit Wi-Fi throughput (up to 1.2 Gbps) with Gigabit Ethernet port
• 802.3af Power over Ethernet - Simplify deployment and flexibility
• Business Class Security - WPA, WPA2, and rogue AP detection

User questions & answers

Question:	My modem/ router was provided by my internet provider. Will this work with my network
Answer:	Hi, generally speaking it should, but of course depends on what type of modem/router they provided you and how it's set up. Your modem/router will usually have 1 or more "LAN" network ports (jacks) that you can plug PCs and the WiFi access point into with network cables. Then you can setup this NetGear AP for wireless connections. If there is only 1 LAN port, then you can either connect the AP and only use wireless to connect to the Internet, or get a small switch to split that into ore LAN ports. Also, the assumption is your modem/router does NOT already have wireless, as many nowadays do, which of course might confuse things - but then again, why would you have bought the AP in the first place? Hope that helps.
Question:	Can i hook 2 of these to the same router
Answer:	Yes. I have two hooked to the same router and designated them as WAP1 and WAP2.
Question:	How many Feet of cable does it come with
Answer:	No one
Question:	i need to extend my wifi to an upstairs part of house using a cat 6 cable from router, will this work
Answer:	Cat6 will work fine. You will want a gigabit POE switch to power the AP.

Product features

Managed with Insight app

Setup, monitor and manage your network from anywhere with the NETGEAR Insight iOS and Android Mobile app.

2x2 802.11ac Wave 2

Featuring 802.11ac Wave 2 technology with 2x2 dual band concurrent operation, the access point will automatically move clients to a less congested radio band for maximum speed.

PoE Support

WAC505 features a Power over Ethernet (PoE) port supporting 802.3af or 802.3at. One cable for both data and power. Say goodbye to messy wiring and out of reach power outlets.

Multi-user MIMO

Allows the Acess Point to concurrently transmit data to multiple wireless clients. Less waiting, faster speeds. Perfect for high density WiFi environments.

• Made for Further Wi-Fi Coverage - Wireless speed up to 300Mbps, wi-fi signal booster connects to your router wireless, strengthening and expanding wireless network signal to areas your Wi-Fi devices can't be connected before. 2 x external high-performance antennas boost your Wi-Fi coverage and reliability, helping your devices stay connected anywhere your network reaches.
• Instantly Switch Three Modes - Repeater Mode, AP Mode, Router Mode. Repeater Mode is to extend the WiFi coverage of existing wireless networks. AP Mode is to create an instant private wireless network and share it with multiple devices. You can choose any mode by the switch button.
• Safe & Excellent Compatibility - Support WPA-PSK/ WPA2-PSK encryption. Easy wireless security encryption by one push on the WPS button. It compatible with any router or access point expanding your Wi-Fi and connect wired device with Gigabit Ethernet port for boosted speed and performance.
• Easy Set up Repeater Mode - 1.Using wi-fi protected setup - Simply press the WPS button on your host router, within 2 minutes press the WPS button on the extender. 2.Using a Web Browser. Easily set up the range extender with Windows or Mac ox in minutes. Setup Repeater mode successfully beside router and then move the extender to an ideal place without other further configurations after connected with an existing router.
• Fashion Design - Compact, wall plug design for convenient placement, plug and play appearance blends easily into the decor is ideal for office or home or travel use. Intelligent LED indicator allows you to find the perfect location. ♥♥♥WAVLINK offer one year warranty and 30 day money back or replacement. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.✉✉✉

User questions & answers

Question:	Can I use it as a switch or ethernet repeater? (it has two ports
Answer:	Yes, it has three modes: AP mode, Repeater mode, router mode.
Question:	Does this work in the US
Answer:	Yes, It work in 100-240 Va.c. 50/60Hz. The power adapter is the American standard.
Question:	What is the effective range of this
Answer:	According to the actual environment change, for example, some different materials of the shelf, the theoretical about 150 m.
Question:	Does it come with access point configuration instructions
Answer:	Hi, The manual is a quick installation guide. If you feel it is not detailed enough, please feel free to contact us by email for instructions.

Product features

Lights up Your Wi-Fi Everywhere

The device is a portable plug-in Wi-Fi range extender that lets you extend an existing wireless network.

You can place it within your home’s existing Wi-Fi network to increase its range.

3-in-1 Repeater, Access Point and Router Modes

it has two more convenient modes to make it even more flexible.

As well as a repeater, it can also work as a wireless access point (AP) or as a router.

Simply use the switch button to choose what you want.

High Performance External Antennas

Two external high-performance antennas with unique omnidirectional patented design boost your wireless coverage and reliability, helping your devices stay connected anywhere your network reaches.

WPS

Simply press the WPS button and setup is complete. Instantly connect to a router by pressing the WPS button.

Relocate

You can take the extender to an ideal place without other further configurations after connected with an existing router.

Product description

The Net gear AC1900 Dual Band Cable modem, Wi-Fi router is designed to meet DOCSIS 3.0 Specifications, making it 8x faster than DOCSIS 2.0. Router provides speeds of up to 1.9 Gbps. Ensure uninterrupted HD video streaming with industry's first 24x8 cable channel bonding, giving you the fastest download speeds, even during peak hours. Save up to 120 a year by eliminating Internet service provider rental fees. Ideal for Internet Cable services 200Mbps and above. Certified with XFINITY from Comcast, Cox, spectrum and more. Troubleshooting tip- when your modem router cannot access the Internet and your internet LED is on, register the cable Mac address or device Mac address of your modem router with your cable Internet provider. Wi-Fi Technology - 802.11 Ac.

• Save monthly rental fees: Model C7000 replaces your cable modem and Wi-Fi router, saving you up to $168/year in equipment rental fees.
• Built for fast speed: best for cable provider plans up to 400 Mbps speed. Modem technology: Engineered with 24x8 channel bonding and DOCSIS 3.0.
• Fast Wi-Fi performance: Get up to 1800 square feet wireless coverage and 30 devices connected with AC1900 speed (up to 1900 Mbps).
• Versatile connections: 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 2 USB ports give you fast wired connections to your computer, printer, game box, storage drive, and other devices.
• Modem technology: Engineered with 32x8 channel bonding and DOCSIS 3.1.
• Note: Refer to page 102 of user guide for troubleshooting steps

User questions & answers

Question:	What does "AC1200" mean
Answer:	AC means that the router has support for the 802.11ac (or Wi-Fi 5) wireless networking standard, which offers fast WiFi network connections on the 5GHz frequency. 1200 means the max Mbps is 1200
Question:	Does the box come with the necessary cables? (e.g. power cord and coax cable
Answer:	It does come with a power cord and either net cable. A coax is not needed since cable company should connect their end directly to the modern.
Question:	Does this modem have netgear genie
Answer:	Hello Thank you for contacting us. It has Netgear Genie App Management. Any questions please contact us again. Thanks.
Question:	I see many ppl asking about a router and answers say “modem only” but the description says wifi modem combo. what am i missing
Answer:	The confusion is due to the illogical way Amazon links questions and answers to products. There are several different products listed on this one product page. Some are just modems, others are modem/router combos. Unfortunately, all the different products on this page share the same questions and answers which aren't relevant to one another. If the description on the product you have selected says it's a modem/router combo, then it's a modem/router combo. The people saying it's only a router are answering the question based on the product their viewing or have purchased. This is a problem that effects many products throughout the Amazon site.

Product features

Why Buy Your Own Modem with WiFi?

Save up to 168 Dollars/year

Eliminates monthly rental fees that can amount 168 dollars or more per year.

Better WiFi Performance

Get superior WiFi coverage and more features compared to cable provider modems with WiFi.

Works with Major cable Providers

Works flawlessly with Xfinity by Comcast, Spectrum, and COX.*

*Not compatible with Verizon, AT&T, CenturyLink, DSL providers, DirectTV, DISH, and any bundled voice services.

Built for Serious Speed

Supports cable internet plans with speeds up to 400Mbps ensuring fast, reliable internet speed for HD streaming and more.

Up to 1800 Sq. Ft. WiFi Coverage

Enjoy strong, reliable WiFi coverage thanks to amplified antennas and range-boosting Beamforming+ technology.

Seamless WiFi for up to 30 Devices

Intelligently selects between dual bands to minimize interference and maximize speed for your many smart wireless devices.

Built for Serious Streaming

Up to 1900Mbps wireless speed (AC1900), perfect for demanding HD streaming and gaming.

Easy 5 Minute Setup

Step 1: Plug your coax cable into the modem router.

Step 2: Activate by either

(a) connect an Ethernet cable to your computer and follow the on-screen setup, or

(b) call your cable provider to activate over the phone.

Four Gigabit Ethernet ports and two USB ports give you super-fast wired connections to your computer, printer, game box, storage drive, and other devices.

Product description

Maximum wireless transmission rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE standard 802. 11 Specifications. Range and coverage specifications along with the number of connected devices were defined according to test results under normal usage conditions. Actual wireless transmission rate, wireless coverage, and number of connected devices are not, and will vary as a result of 1) environmental factors, including building materials, physical objects and obstacles, 2) network conditions, including local interference, volume and density of traffic, product location, network complexity, and network overhead and 3) client limitations, including rated performance, location, connection quality, and client condition.

• A New Way to WiFi: Deco Mesh technology gives you a better WiFi experience in all directions with faster WiFi speeds and strong WiFi signal to cover your whole home.
• Bettern Coverage than traditional WiFi routers: Deco S4 three units work seamlessly to create a WiFi mesh network that can cover homes up to 5, 500 square feet. No dead zone anymore.
• Seamless and Stable WiFi Mesh: Rather than wifi range extender that need multiple network names and passwords, Deco S4 allows you to enjoy seamless roaming throughout the house, with a single network name and password.
• Incredibly fast AC1200 speeds makes the deco capable of providing connectivity for up to 100 devices.
• With advanced Deco Mesh Technology, units work together to form a unified network with a single network name.  Devices automatically switch between Decos as you move through your home for the fastest possible speeds
• Robust Parental Controls:  Limit online time and block inappropriate websites according to unique profiles created for each family member. Easy to keep your children safe while they’re online.
• Setup is a breeze with the Deco app available on your Android or iOS device. Turn on/off guest WiFi with Alexa voice commands.

User questions & answers

Question:	How reliable and user friendly are the parental controls
Answer:	Just go into the HP printer’s Setup/Network config and set a manual IP - 192.168.4.60 - and be done. That will save AirPrint and other misery as well.
Question:	Is there a separate modem I can buy that supports spectrum telephone service? I want this mesh system but need a Modem that supports my phone service
Answer:	You need to purchase your own modem and register it with Comcast, then you can add these as your WiFi router and return the Comcast Gateway you have now. You will have to tell comcast that you are doing this, then you don't have to pay their rental fee. I have my own modem and router, have for years. It pays for itself to do it this way!
Question:	Will this sync and interface with tp-link omada systems
Answer:	I had an older NetGear extender (5 years or so, plugged into the wall, dual band). I just bought this to replace it and like it a lot better. It automatically finds the signals and keeps you going. My NG extender gave me a 2G and a 5G connection separately. So I had to constantly disconnect my WiFi on devices and choose the other when the connection was crappy or lost. No more of that!! My internet is one thing now and that's worth the price of admission. Also, love love the app so that I can actually see all devices using it. And the security updates are great since I'm working from home now and have to use company programs.
Question:	I just installed this and apple is indicating wpa/wpa2 (tkip) is not considered secure. how can i configure this to wpa2 (aes) or wpa3 security type
Answer:	The bacons have to have a power source. If it is too hot, the bacons will be too hot and crispy. We found it better to do the bacons in our oven rather than plug them in. Try it.

Product features

Fast and Seamless WiFi throughout Your Home

Get fast and seamless WiFi throughout your home. Three Deco S4 units work together to create a single network that provides coverage up to 5,500 sq. ft, so you can keep your devices connected even as you move about your home.[1]

Need more coverage? No problem! All Deco units work together so all you need to do is add another Deco unit to expand your coverage.

No More Buffering

With AC wireless technology. Deco can provide lag-free connections for over 100 devices. Say goodbye to network interruption or buffering.1

Parental Controls

The Deco app makes it easy to manage, limit and monitor internet use for the whole family. Create customizable profiles for each person to filter content and block websites, set time limits, receive reports and suspend internet access based on time of day for certain devices or the entire home.

Product description

Mid range IP Phone with 3.5"color screen, 28 programmable keys, PoE and 10/100/1000 LAN and PC connections.

• HD Quality Audio: What good is a phone if you can’t hear your caller? That’s why each of the FortiFones delivers crisp, clear audio through the handset and speaker.
• Visual Notifications: Always be up to date on calls with easy to see missed call and voicemail notifications.
• Key Appearances: Programmable key appearances on select models give you the power to not only monitor lines and extensions, but you can also program the keys for a number of features available on the FortiVoice.
• Supports both on-premises or cloud solutions

Product description

ASUS RT-AX82U is the only choice for Mobile Gaming. Enjoy the fastest, smoothest WiFi gaming connections ever with the ASUS RT-AX82U dual-band WiFi 6 router. It delivers ultrafast WiFi speeds up to 5400 Mbps, and is packed with advanced technology, including Mobile Game Mode for a lag-free, low-latency mobile gaming experience, Lifetime Free Internet Security, and AURA RGB effect for your custom lighting needs.

• New-generation WiFi 6 - Enjoy ultrafast speeds up to 5400 Mbps with the latest WiFi 6 (802.11ax) and 160MHz channels
• Mobile Game Mode - Minimize lag and latency for mobile gaming with just a tap on the ASUS Router app
• Choose your lighting vibe - Feature ASUS Aura RGB lighting effects that you can choose from a variety of lighting effects and customize lighting to align with specific modes.
• ASUS AiMesh support – Create a flexible, seamless whole-home mesh network with AiMesh-compatible routers
• Commercial-grade home network security – Lifetime free ASUS AiProtection Pro, powered by Trend Micro, with WPA3 and advanced Parental Controls to protect your home

User questions & answers

Question:	Do u need a modem with this router
Answer:	Yes, our routers are designed for quick and easy setup, and can be installed using the TP-Link Tether app on a smartphone. Regards, TP-Link Support
Question:	Can you use this with an imac
Answer:	I can only comment on the 1900. For my needs it's perfect. I needed a router with long range, my house is apprx 3000sq with multiple floors. Certain areas of the house fell out of the range of my old Linksys. With the 1900 all my devices generate a full signal anywhere in the house and even outside in the back yard. The 1900 appears to handle multiple devices with no degradation of signal or speed. Since you didn't say what your needs are I can't comment further.
Question:	What’s the range of 5G on this
Answer:	the Archer C90 is a new edition of Archer C1900, and the software functions of the 2 routers are the same while the sales channel may be different. for example, A9 is available for the online stores only, like Amazon or so. Archer C90 supports fat32、ntfs、exfat、hfs+, A9 supports NTFS,FAT32 only.
Question:	Are the lights on the front customizable
Answer:	WiFi coverage range will vary depending on your environment and which WiFi band you are connecting to. For optimal coverage, we always recommend installing the router in a central location within your home.

Product features

RT-AX82U

AX5400 Dual Band WiFi 6 Gaming Router, WiFi 6 802.11ax, Mobile Game Mode, ASUS AURA RGB, Lifetime Free Internet Security, Mesh WiFi support, Gear Accelerator, Gaming Port, Adaptive QoS, Port Forwarding

Ultra powerful WiFi 6

RT-AX82U brings you all the benefits of WiFi 6 (802.11ax), and works perfectly with all your existing WiFi devices!

• Lower latency
• Faster speeds
• Energy efficient
• Longer range

Boost Your Mobile Gaming

Minimize lag and latency for mobile gaming with just a tap on the ASUS Router app.

Prioritize via Gaming Port

The dedicated gaming port on RT-AX82U automatically prioritizes any wired device connected to it. No complex configuration is needed, just connect your gaming PC or console to the special LAN port to give you a fast, stable connection that's always at the head of the queue.

Remove Network Bottlenecks

Adaptive QoS (Quality of Service) lets you keep your network running smoothly by prioritizing network traffic. You can prioritize applications such as streaming video or web surfing, as well as gaming. It's the perfect ally for delivering low-latency WiFi anywhere in your home.

Whole-Home Gaming

Does your router leave you with WiFi dead spots? RT-AX82U supports ASUS AiMesh, a unique mesh networking technology that creates a whole-home network using multiple ASUS routers. With easy central control and seamless roaming, even non-experts can set it up with any AiMesh-capable routers you own. Say goodbye to WiFi dead zones!

Commercial-grade Security for Your Home

Home network security is crucial when you have multiple connected devices, and even more so when there are devices without anti-virus capabilities such as IoT devices. RTAX82U includes lifetime free AiProtection Pro, including the latest WPA3 security protocol and advanced Parental Controls. Every device is protected with RT-AX82U, and you can keep an eye on everything that's happening on your network via the handy mobile app.

Fortified Frontline Network Security

RT-AX82U features AiProtection Pro powered by Trend Micro to defend your network from external attacks, with automatic and regular updates. Working with WPA3, the latest WiFi security protocol, AiProtection Pro keeps out security threats before they can reach your devices, including devices that cannot install anti-virus software — such as smartphones and game consoles.

Advanced Parental Controls

• Internet Activity Dashboards
• Kid-Safe Presets
• Schedule Block Times
• Content Filters

Easy Management Via Mobile App

• Traffic Analyzers
• Network Diagnostics
• Guest WiFi