The Best Computer Routers under $50
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ASUS RT-N12 D1
★ Top Choice
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From $27.99
Features
- Powerful Online Multi-tasking, throughput up to 300Mbps.
- 4 SSIDs help manage bandwidth allocation and access control.
- Operating Frequency: 2. 4 GHz.
- Two detachable 5dBi antennas for more powerful and wider coverage.
- Multiple 3-in-1 Router/Access Point /Range Extender wireless modes.
Pros
- ⊕ Very affordable.
- ⊕ PPTP VPN support.
- ⊕ Multiple wireless SSIDs.
- ⊕ Can set up multiple SSIDs.
- ⊕ Multiple wireless accounts.
Cons
- ⊖ No 5GHz.
- ⊖ Limited range.
- ⊖ No 5GHz support.
Best for Versatility
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TP-Link TL-WR902AC AC750 Wireless Portable Nano Travel Router
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From $36.95
Features
- One Switch for Multiple Modes : Perfect for Wi Fi at Home, Your hotel room or on the road.
- Dual Band AC750 Wi Fi – Strong, fast connection for HD streaming on all Your devices.
- Industry leading 2 year Warranty and unLimited 24/7 technical Support.
- Flexible Power – Micro USB port to an adapter, Portable charger or LAPTOP.
- Travel Sized Design : Conveniently Small and light to Pack and Take on the road, creating Wi Fi network via Ethernet.
Pros
- ⊕ Dual-Band Wi-Fi.
- ⊕ Dual Band Wi-Fi.
- ⊕ Versatile wireless modes.
- ⊕ Fast 802.11ac Performance.
- ⊕ Fast 802.11ac performance.
Cons
- ⊖ Shorter range.
- ⊖ Poor documentation.
- ⊖ Port layout isn't ideal.
- ⊖ Port layout isn’t ideal.
Best for Speed
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TP-Link Archer A6 AC1200
Best Value
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From $49.99
Features
- Gigabit Router with 4 Gigabit LAN ports, ideal for any internet plan and allow you to directly connect your wired devices.
- AP mode, can be switched to access point mode to share your internet wirelessly.
- Industry leading 2-year warranty and free 24/7 technical support. Amazon dedicated email: support.Amazon@tp-link.com.
- Connectivity Technology: Ethernet.
- Dual band router upgrades to 1200 Mbps high speed internet(300mbps for 2.4GHz + 900Mbps for 5GHz), reducing buffering and ideal for 4K stream.
- Supports guest WiFi and parental control, an ideal wireless router for home.
- JD Power Award ---Highest in customer satisfaction for wireless routers 2017 and 2019.
- MU-MIMO technology (5GHz band) allows high speeds for multiple devices simultaneously.
- TP-Link tether app - easily set up and manage your home network at home or remotely.
Pros
- ⊕ Easy to set up.
- ⊕ MU-MIMO support.
- ⊕ Easy to install.
- ⊕ Affordably priced.
- ⊕ Solid 5GHz performance.
Cons
- ⊖ No USB ports.
- ⊖ No USB ports.
- ⊖ The range is lacking.
- ⊖ Non-removable antennas.
- ⊖ Middling 2.4GHz performance.
RAVPower FileHub Travel Router
Best Overall
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From $49.99
Features
- [One Key Backup] Upload your SD card-stored photos or video to your hard disk or flash drive easily with 12-18 MB/s on Data Transfer Speed without computer. (Must hold the power button for 5s until wifi LED light on to turn on filehub).
- [AC750 Wireless Travel Router]]Portable Wifi Touter for Travel, Upgraded with 300Mbps Wi-Fi speed on 2.4GHz band and up to 433 Mbps on 5GHz. Instantly convert a wired network to private and share Internet access with multiple Wi-Fi devices via AP Mode/Router Mode/Bridge(Not Support VPN )Note:We have updated micro B Port to USB-C Port in order to charge the filehub better.
- [Wireless Free Up Your Devices' Storage] Automatically back up your latest photos and videos to attached SD Card or HDD directly through our RAVPower FileHub via in-app camera. (Please make sure you have connect the wifi of RP-WD009 in 10 metres).
- [Media Share & Personal Cloud] Seamlessly share with your families, friends and stream your videos, photos, and music on your connected smartphones, tablets, TVs, media players, Chromecast, Roku, and other DLNA devices, via App or Web.(5 device allowed).
- [Wireless Data Transfer and Backup Anywhere] Connect SD cards, portable hard drive, SSD wirelessly to your devices (Phone, iPad, iPad Pro, Tablet, Laptop) for not only stream music, photos, videos, browse documents but also transfer files mutually between SD Card, SSD/HDD and your device.(Must hold the power button for 5s until wifi LED light on to turn on filehub).
Pros
- ⊕ 8GHz band.
- ⊕ Ethernet port.
- ⊕ Dual-band Wi-Fi.
- ⊕ Dual-Band Wi-Fi.
- ⊕ Built-in SD card slot.
Cons
- ⊖ Confusing set up.
- ⊖ Slow file transfers.
- ⊖ Setup can be a bit challenging.