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The best budget routers

Inexperienced users may find it difficult to select a WiFi router. Our router rating was carefully and meticulously compiled. We studied Yandex Market data and ratings, reviewed average user feedback, and reviewed the top routers available for homes in 2020-2021. Of course, our own experts were involved. The models are broken down according to price segment: mid-range devices, low-cost routers, and premium routers.

Top 5 budget models

Routers with reliable features, good reviews, and low prices are all the best.

TP-Link Archer A5

TP-Link Archer A5

TP-Link Archer is a simple and reliable router for your home network. It is compatible with both 2.4 GHz (and 5 GHz) bands. It can also be used to access wired devices and as an access port. High bandwidth allows for streaming video and online gaming without delay.

Wi-Fi coverage is reliable thanks to the four antennas. Your home network is protected by a firewall built into the router. VPN connections are possible.

The configurator has a Parental-Control module, which allows for filtering access to websites and setting time limits.

Configuration is possible via the web interface, such as IE, Firefox, and Safari. Or you can use the app on your mobile device (iOS/Android versions available).

Xiaomi Mi Wi-Fi Router 4A Gigabit Edition

Xiaomi Mi Wi-Fi Router 4A Gigabit Edition

Budget Wi-Fi router with 2 bands. You can connect multiple devices simultaneously with the 128 Megabyte RAM and four antennas.

The router syncs to smart devices from Xiaomi. You can access the router settings to view connected devices as well as set up content filtering on undesirable sites.

Tenda AC6

Tenda AC6

Tenda AC6 Wi-Fi Router is a dual-band Wi-Fi router that can be used to create and distribute wireless networks with 20dBm. This router provides stability and decent dual bandwidth speeds.

The clever design of the four fixed antennas that have 5dBm power is the key feature. Beamforming technology, which amplifies the signal through bulky obstacles, is used. Additionally, the unit features a smart network access scheduling mode as well as reduced power consumption.

Keenetic Start (KN-1111)

Keenetic Start (KN-1111)

The Keenetic Start KN-1111 router, not to be confused by another model from the same brand with a similar name - Zyxel Keenetic Start), is one of many budget models of the popular router brand. The device comes with a software repeater/repeater switch that allows it to be added to a Mesh Wi-Fi setup without needing to modify settings. It is one of the most cost-effective routers available for providing internet coverage in a house, cottage, or apartment.

MultiWAN offers redundancy to provide an additional communication channel. The router can be used to distribute the Internet to many gadgets and also serve as the base unit of Smart Home security or control systems.

ASUS RT-N19

ASUS RT-N19

ASUS RT-19 Home Single-Band Router has 4 antennas with 2.4 GHz. This device has a traditional design with the manufacturer's signature style.

It is suitable for use in a country or private home. The device can act as a repeater/access point and can help you to expand your home's network.

The ability to create three guest networks, and the function of prioritizing different types of traffic (QoS), are both available. ASUS RT-19 router is designed for home internet connection via Wi-Fi or two wires.