Neither ASUS RT-AC5300 nor Bitdefender Box 2 were recommended by experts this month
On 4 Mar 2024 (24 days ago) we went through 75 Router expert endorsements , however neither ASUS RT-AC5300 nor Bitdefender Box 2 were included in any of those recommendations. Since neither Router received a single endorsement, as far as expert recommendations go, it's technically a tie. We do, however, recommend taking a look at TP-Link Archer AX50 or other critically acclaimed Routers of this month.
For reference, TP-Link Archer AX50 received 3 endorsements this month, from Lifewire (6 Dec 2023), Business Insider (18 Apr 2022) and Laptop Mag (12 Apr 2022).
Rank | Change | Price | Router | PCMag | Lifewire | Wirecutter | How To Geek | T3 | Business Insider | TechRadar | Laptop Mag |
Tom's Guide | Digital Trends |
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1 | +7 | $85 | TP-Link Archer AX50 The TP-Link Archer AX50 router is a highly recommended Wi-Fi 6 router that offers fast and reliable speeds, supports over 40 connected devices, and has advanced features such as parental controls and antivirus protection. | - | 2 | - | - | - | 2 | - | 3 | - | - |
N/A | N/A | Check price | ASUS RT-AC5300 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
N/A | N/A | Check price | Bitdefender Box 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Curious to see this month's entire Routers ranking? It's here
Rank | Change | Price | Router | PCMag | Lifewire | Wirecutter | How To Geek | T3 | Business Insider | TechRadar | Laptop Mag | Tom's Guide | Digital Trends |
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1 | +7 | $85 | TP-Link Archer AX50 The TP-Link Archer AX50 router is a highly recommended Wi-Fi 6 router that offers fast and reliable speeds, supports over 40 connected devices, and has advanced features such as parental controls and antivirus protection. | - | 2 | - | - | - | 2 | - | 3 | - | - |
2 | - | $319 | Netgear Nighthawk RAXE300 The Netgear Nighthawk RAXE300 router is a high-speed and powerful device that supports the latest Wi-Fi 6 standard, offers excellent range performance, and advanced security features, making it an ideal choice for households with heavy internet usage and multiple devices. | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3 | - | - | 1 |
3 | -2 | $50 | Google Nest WiFi The Google Nest WiFi router is a reliable and efficient solution for families of four who frequently use multiple devices simultaneously and want fast and reliable internet speeds, with parental controls, QoS capabilities, and easy setup and management using the Google Home app. | - | - | - | - | - | 5 | 4 | 2 | - | - |
4 | +6 | $300 | Asus RT-AX86U
The Asus RT-AX86U router is a high-performance router that supports the latest Wi-Fi 6 standard, providing faster, more efficient, and more stable connection speeds than previous Wi-Fi standards, making it an excellent choice for both basic and advanced users. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 4 | 1 | - |
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- 1024-QAM technology - 80% faster 5 GHz at up to 2100 Mbps, 66% faster 2.4 GHz at up to 1000 Mbps
- 33% greater 2.4 GHz coverage with 4 transmits, 4 receives (4T4R) antenna design, able to reach our widest-ever coverage up to 5000 SQFT.
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- <b>UNLIMITED PROTECTION AND SUPPORT:</b> Bitdefender BOX 2 plugs into your (Non-Mesh/Non-Google Wi-Fi) router and protects an unlimited number of Wi-Fi and internet connected devices using Total Security Unlimited. Bitdefender BOX 2 includes unlimited complimentary support, as well as automatic updates to the latest security technologies.
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