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These days, your wireless router is not just your lifeline to the internet, but also to your job. Here's what you need to build a snappy home Wi-Fi network, along with reviews of the best Wi-Fi routers we've tested for a range of needs and budgets.

By John R. Delaney & Tom Brant
Wi-Fi router on green background

Improve the stability and reach of your network with a discounted router or Wi-Fi mesh system.

By Tom Brant & Jade Chung-Lee
Best Networking Deals

Although few people in the US have Wi-Fi 7 routers, data from Ookla's Speedtest.net shows they offer huge speed increases. Still, Wi-Fi 6E isn't far behind.

By Michael Kan
TP-Link Archer BE230 BE3600

Need to amp up your Wi-Fi network, but don't want to spend a fortune? Here's what you need to know to choose the best budget router, along with our top tested performers under $150.

By John R. Delaney
A Wi-Fi router on a green background

Have a household full of digital devices—and online gamers? Your network needs a router that's ready-made to give gaming traffic the right of way. Check out the best we've tested.

By John R. Delaney
A gaming router on a red background

A 'well-resourced and highly capable adversary' gains unauthorized access to 9,000 routers, likely trying to infect them with malware and create a botnet.

By Emily Forlini
Asus RT-AX55

Wi-Fi 7 sounds fancy, but this TP-Link router keeps it simple with faster speeds, extra ports, and zero drama. It’s now 26% off, making it one of the smartest $100 upgrades out there.

By Juhi Wadia
TP-Link Dual-Band BE3600 Wi-Fi 7 Router Archer BE230 on a blue background.

It’s not exactly a straightforward process, but the payoff is worth it. Here's how to achieve seamless whole-home VPN protection.

By Justyn Newman
Stylized graphic of a router with the words VPN in the background

GOP lawmakers want the White House to ban TP-Link networking devices over security concerns. TP-Link says it's a 'smear campaign' trying to remove a competitor from the marketplace.

By Michael Kan
TP-Link Router

Hackers targeted at least 13 'end of life' internet routers with the goal of hijacking them to host botnets or act as proxy servers.

By Michael Kan
Linksys E1000 router

Other than the discount, there's much to love about this router, like super-fast Wi-Fi 7 speeds that can support everything from gaming marathons to streaming 8K content without a hitch.

By Juhi Wadia
TP-Link Tri-Band BE9300 in black on a purple background.

Experience blazing Wi-Fi 7 speeds, smart device connectivity, and powerful wired options with the Archer BE800 and make the dead Wi-Fi zones around your home a thing of the past.

By Shubham Yewale
TP-Link Archer BE800 router with 42% discount on red background

The Starlink Mini combines around-the-globe connectivity with a compact, efficient design that can travel almost anywhere with you. And right now, it’s over $200 off.

By Juhi Wadia
Starlink Mini Kit AC Dual Band Wi-Fi System in white on a green background.

Wi-Fi 6, now the norm in most new routers, can take advantage of improved speeds and bandwidth. Is it time to upgrade and future-proof your network? We've tested all the latest Wi-Fi 6 routers to help you decide.

By John R. Delaney
Netgear Nighthawk AX8 (RAX80) router product shot, left side

Amazon’s Spring Sale may be over, but some of its best deals are sticking around. This TP-Link Wi-Fi 7 Router offers fast speeds and even better coverage, now for under $200.

By Juhi Wadia
TP-Link WiFi 7 Router with sleek design and internal antennas on a blue background.
3.5

The TP-Link Archer BE3600, the cheapest Wi-Fi 7 router we've tested, is adequate for small households with basic internet needs.

$109.99
at Amazon
By John R. Delaney
The TP-Link Archer BE3600 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router

Check out these quick tips to boost your wireless signal from your router, extend and optimize your Wi-Fi coverage, and speed up your surfing.

By Whitson Gordon
closeup of a wi-fi router with a person sitting in the background

Cover every corner of your home with Wi-Fi 6 speeds up to 4.2Gbps and enjoy lag-free streaming, gaming, and undeterred Zoom calls all while saving $142 today.

By Juhi Wadia
Netgear Nighthawk WiFi 6 Router (RAX43) on a white background.

Here's how to sign into your router to change your home network's name, password, security options, and various wireless settings.

By Lance Whitney
back of a router with wires sticking out

The Netgear Nighthawk RAXE500 is built for speed and reliability, with WiFi 6E tech, great coverage, and enough power to handle all your devices without breaking a sweat.

By Juhi Wadia
NETGEAR Nighthawk WiFi 6E router (RAXE500) on a green background.