Right now there are 56 models in CR's ratings, split across two categories: wireless aka single-unit and multi-unit mesh WiFi models. The following are some of the best of the bunch, with an emphasis on models that have automatic firmware updates.
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With that in mind, you'll want to look at specific features and standards to see whether or not you need them. The most important indicator of whether a router is ready to be replaced is its wireless standard. These are the three most commonly used standards:. The general rule of thumb is that if you're still working with a Wi-Fi 4 router, it's probably old enough that it could stop working at any time, and it likely doesn't work as well as it did originally due to general wear and tear.
If you have a Wi-Fi 5 router, it's more complicated. Older Wi-Fi 5 routers are outperformed by newer ones, and if you have one of the first Wi-Fi 5 routers, you could see significant improvements in performance by upgrading. For example, today's best long-range routers are far beyond the capabilities of the best options just a few years ago. Another vital router feature is how many bands are supported.
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