Name: Synology RT2600ac
Brand: Synology
SKU: 7ae75e76-2103-4ce7-83ae-b17e3bdad202
Price: 164.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 8.7 (3546 reviews)

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Neither Synology RT2600ac nor Ubiquiti EdgeRouter 4 were recommended by experts this month

On 3 Jan 2025 (11 months ago) we went through 70 Router expert endorsements , however neither Synology RT2600ac nor Ubiquiti EdgeRouter 4 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 Netgear Orbi 970 or other critically acclaimed Routers of this month.

For reference, Netgear Orbi 970 received 2 endorsements this month, from Tom's Guide (15 Nov 2024) and Lifewire (25 Nov 2024).

Rank	Change	Price	Router	Laptop Mag	Tom's Guide	Wirecutter	How To Geek	T3	PCMag	Digital Trends	TechRadar	Business Insider	Lifewire
1	-	$1500	Netgear Orbi 970	-	3	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	1
N/A	N/A	$165	Synology RT2600ac	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
N/A	N/A	$130	Ubiquiti EdgeRouter 4	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

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As can be seen below, in Jan 2025 neither Synology RT2600ac nor Ubiquiti EdgeRouter 4 were recommended by key experts who publish Routers recommendations.

Rank	Change	Price	Router	Laptop Mag	Tom's Guide	Wirecutter	How To Geek	T3	PCMag	Digital Trends	TechRadar	Business Insider	Lifewire
1	-	$1500	Netgear Orbi 970	-	3	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	1
2	-	$330	Asus ZenWiFi AX XT8 The Asus ZenWiFi AX XT8 router is a high-performance Wi-Fi 6 mesh system with excellent speed and range, advanced features such as parental controls and QoS settings, and easy setup and management through a mobile app.	-	-	-	4	-	-	-	1	-	-
3	-	$300	Netgear Nighthawk RAXE500 The Netgear Nighthawk RAXE500 router is a high-performance router that supports the latest Wi-Fi 6 and 6E standards, offering top speeds of up to 11,000 Mbps, and is ideal for users who require high-speed internet for activities such as streaming and gaming.	-	6	-	-	8	-	-	-	3	-
4	-	$96	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.	3	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	2	-
5	-	$44	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.	2	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	5	-
6	-	$160	Netgear Nighthawk Pro XR1000 The Netgear Nighthawk Pro XR1000 router is a high-performance Wi-Fi 6 router with a maximum speed of 5.4Gbps, suitable for large households or small offices with multiple devices, and comes with Netgear Armor for all-encompassing anti-virus, anti-malware, and data protection.	-	-	-	-	2	-	5	-	-	-
7	-	Check price	TP-Link Archer AX6600 AX90 The TP-Link Archer AX6600 AX90 router is a high-speed, Wi-Fi 6 router with Tri-Band Wi-Fi, Ultra Connectivity, Maximized Coverage, and TP-Link HomeShield security features, making it a reliable and versatile choice for any home or office.	-	-	-	-	5	-	2	-	-	-
8	-	$200	Google Nest WiFi Pro The Google Nest WiFi Pro router is highly praised for its speed, performance, range, features, security, ease of use, and compatibility with smart home devices, making it a top choice for streaming, gaming, and providing reliable Wi-Fi coverage in both homes and office spaces.	-	-	-	-	-	-	3	4	-	-
17	-	$59	TP-Link Archer AX10 The TP-Link Archer AX10 router is a dual-band AX1500 router that offers good speed and performance for streaming and gaming, with improved wireless connection and increased transfer speeds for reduced lag and latency, making it suitable for large homes or office spaces with many users and devices.	-	-	-	-	-	4	4	-	-	-
18	-	$110	TP-Link Deco X20	-	4	-	5	-	-	-	-	-	-
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [23]

90

Total expert reviews: 23

with a score: 12
without a score: 11

Highest score by AI	100
Average score based on 23 reviews	90
Lowest score by itpro.co.uk	80

Score distribution:

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1.7GHz Dual-core processor for fast, uncompromising performance
Powerful 4x4 802.11ac wave 2 radios with MU-MIMO and up to 2.53Gbps breakthrough wireless speeds
Smart Connect for seamless transition between maximum speed or range
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