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ASUS RT-AC68U
Latest review: I replaced a Necomm NF18ACV that was having intermittent 2.4GHz wireless issue with this ASUS RT-AC68U and there is no comparison. The ASUS RT-AC68U router is streets ahead of my old Netcomm in many
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Ease of Setup4.5 (13)
- Wi-Fi Range4.6 (13)
- Reliability4.8 (13)
- Build Quality4.9 (14)
- Value for Money4.6 (14)
- Frequency BandDual-Band (2.4GHz, 5.0GHz)
- FeaturesExternal Antennas, Mesh Compatible and Parental Controls
- Maximum Wireless Speed1,300 Mbps
- Number of Ethernet Ports4
- Wi-Fi Standard802.11 a, 802.11 ac, 802.11 b, 802.11 g and 802.11 n
- Number of USB 2.0 Ports1
- Number of USB 3.0 Ports1
- Dimensions 160 x 220 x 83.3 mm
Google Wifi
Latest review: Any download or internet use from other devices kills the ping and there is no way to fix it. The only way to configure them is to use a phone. Even to check what is using data/connection, you need a
Price (RRP) A$199.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Ease of Setup3.9 (21)
- Wi-Fi Range4.4 (20)
- Reliability4.0 (20)
- Build Quality4.6 (21)
- Value for Money4.1 (21)
- Frequency BandDual-Band (2.4GHz, 5.0GHz)
- FeaturesBeamforming, Mesh Compatible and Mobile App Control
- Number of Ethernet Ports2
- Number of USB 2.0 Ports0
- Number of USB 3.0 Ports0
- Dimensions 6.9 x 10.4 mm
- NBN CompatibleNo
TP-Link AC1750 Archer D7
Latest review: bought this recently to replace a standard telecom router and I have to say its a great product never bought a TP-Link brand before but its got great options and easy access Iv had no issues with
Price (RRP) A$129.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Ease of Setup4.5 (2)
- Wi-Fi Range4.5 (2)
- Reliability5.0 (2)
- Build Quality5.0 (2)
- Value for Money4.0 (2)
- Frequency BandDual-Band (2.4GHz, 5.0GHz)
- FeaturesBuilt-In Malware / Anti-Virus Protection, Parental Controls and Quality of Service
- Maximum Wireless Speed1,300 Mbps
- Number of Ethernet Ports4
- Wi-Fi Standard802.11 a, 802.11 ac, 802.11 b, 802.11 g and 802.11 n
- DSL SupportADSL, ADSL2 and ADSL2+
- Number of USB 2.0 Ports2
- Dimensions 37 x 229 x 160 mm
- NBN CompatibleYes
Netgear Orbi
Latest review: Using the RBR50 + Satellite was by far the best wifi solution I’ve had for our large 2 story home. Nothing else was ever as reliable for speed and connection. The remote management tool for iPhone is
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Ease of Setup4.0 (17)
- Wi-Fi Range4.6 (17)
- Reliability4.4 (16)
- Build Quality4.6 (17)
- Value for Money4.0 (17)
- Frequency BandTri-Band (2.4GHz, 2 x 5GHz)
- FeaturesMesh Compatible and Mobile App Control
TP-Link Archer VR600 / VR600V · includes 2 listings
Latest review: This unit is great. I have switched from the ASUS DSL-AC68U model to the TP-link VR600 due to constant wifi dropouts. I am really happy with this unit, its been an absolute workhorse, great wifi
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Ease of Setup4.4 (13)
- Wi-Fi Range4.3 (13)
- Reliability4.5 (13)
- Build Quality4.5 (13)
- Value for Money4.8 (13)
- Frequency BandDual-Band (2.4GHz, 5.0GHz)
- FeaturesBeamforming, External Antennas, Mobile App Control, Parental Controls and Quality of Service
- Maximum Wireless Speed1,300 Mbps
- Number of Ethernet Ports4
- Wi-Fi Standard802.11 a, 802.11 ac, 802.11 b, 802.11 g and 802.11 n
- Number of USB 2.0 Ports1
- Number of USB 3.0 Ports0
Netgear AC1900 D7000 Nighthawk
Latest review: The modem would lock up randomly with all lights still on, I persevered for a couple of weeks and then worked out the unit was getting very hot. I bought a Ubiquiti Unifi wifi AP and turned off the
Price (RRP) A$328.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Ease of Setup3.3 (35)
- Wi-Fi Range3.6 (35)
- Reliability2.3 (35)
- Build Quality2.9 (35)
- Value for Money2.3 (36)
- Frequency BandDual-Band (2.4GHz, 5.0GHz)
- FeaturesBeamforming, External Antennas, Mobile App Control, Parental Controls and Quality of Service
- Maximum Wireless Speed1,300 Mbps
- Number of Ethernet Ports4
- Wi-Fi Standard802.11 a, 802.11 ac, 802.11 b, 802.11 g and 802.11 n
- DSL SupportADSL, ADSL2, ADSL2+, VDSL and VDSL2
- Number of USB 2.0 Ports1
- Number of USB 3.0 Ports1
- Dimensions 50 x 285 x 185 mm
- NBN CompatibleNo
NetComm AC1600 NF17ACV
Latest review: Initially had no problems but after 18 months does not work properly even though I have not changed any setting. Unable to get both the 2.4 and 5 WiFi showing at the same time on Networks. Experts
Price (RRP) A$190.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Ease of Setup5.0 (1)
- Wi-Fi Range4.0 (1)
- Reliability4.0 (1)
- Build Quality3.0 (2)
- Value for Money2.5 (2)
- Frequency BandDual-Band (2.4GHz, 5.0GHz)
- FeaturesBuilt-In Malware / Anti-Virus Protection and Quality of Service
- Maximum Wireless Speed1,600 Mbps
- Number of Ethernet Ports4
- Wi-Fi Standard802.11 ac
- DSL SupportADSL2+ and VDSL2
- Number of USB 2.0 Ports2
- Number of USB 3.0 Ports0
- Dimensions 200 x 230 x 75 mm
- NBN CompatibleYes
ASUS AC1900 DSL-AC68U
Latest review: Can't t fault this product, easy to set up, great range, reliable, control, usage and connection data and update options via app which are very helpful. Build quality is exponential with both WiFi
Price (RRP) A$299.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Ease of Setup4.1 (9)
- Wi-Fi Range4.3 (9)
- Reliability4.0 (9)
- Build Quality4.6 (9)
- Value for Money3.8 (9)
- Frequency BandDual-Band (2.4GHz, 5.0GHz)
- FeaturesBeamforming, Built-In Malware / Anti-Virus Protection, External Antennas, Mesh Compatible, Mobile App Control, Parental Controls and Quality of Service
- Maximum Wireless Speed1,300 Mbps
- Number of Ethernet Ports5
- Wi-Fi Standard802.11 a, 802.11 ac, 802.11 b, 802.11 g and 802.11 n
- DSL SupportADSL and VDSL
- Number of USB 2.0 Ports0
- Number of USB 3.0 Ports1
- Dimensions 160 x 220 x 83.3 mm
Netgear N300 DGN2200
Latest review: This Netgear modem was purchased because I wanted to connect more devices via wifi and was looking for a good solution. I must tell it was reasonably inexpensive to buy and easy to set up. I just
Price (RRP) A$129.00
- Specifications
- Frequency BandSingle-Band (2.4GHz)
- FeaturesParental Controls
- Maximum Wireless Speed300 Mbps
- Number of Ethernet Ports4
- Wi-Fi Standard802.11 b, 802.11 g and 802.11 n
- DSL SupportADSL2+
- Number of USB 2.0 Ports1
- Dimensions 33 x 173 x 128 mm
D-Link Taipan AC3200 DSL-4320L
Latest review: I thought I got this at a good price for under $400, however soon after I got it and my NBN was set up, my provider told me to back up the configuration settings as, in his words, "This unit will
Price (RRP) A$599.95
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Ease of Setup2.5 (12)
- Wi-Fi Range3.5 (12)
- Reliability2.5 (12)
- Build Quality3.3 (11)
- Value for Money2.4 (12)
- Frequency BandTri-Band (2.4GHz, 2 x 5GHz)
- FeaturesBeamforming and Parental Controls
- Maximum Wireless Speed3,200 Mbps
- Number of Ethernet Ports4
- Wi-Fi Standard802.11 ac, 802.11 b, 802.11 g and 802.11 n
- DSL SupportADSL
- Number of USB 2.0 Ports1
- Number of USB 3.0 Ports1
- Dimensions 387 x 247 x 120 mm
- NBN CompatibleYes
TP-Link Archer AC1900 VR900
Latest review: Just connected to the NBN Fibre-To-The-Curb and was hoping my TP-Link Archer VR900 router would work, if for no other reason than I would not have to set new passwords in about 20 wireless devices.
Price (RRP) A$249.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Ease of Setup4.9 (9)
- Wi-Fi Range5.0 (9)
- Reliability5.0 (9)
- Build Quality5.0 (9)
- Value for Money4.9 (9)
- Frequency BandDual-Band (2.4GHz, 5.0GHz)
- FeaturesBeamforming, Mobile App Control, Parental Controls and Quality of Service
- Maximum Wireless Speed1,300 Mbps
- Number of Ethernet Ports4
- Wi-Fi Standard802.11 a, 802.11 ac, 802.11 b, 802.11 g and 802.11 n
- DSL SupportADSL, ADSL2, ADSL2+, VDSL and VDSL2
- Number of USB 2.0 Ports0
- Number of USB 3.0 Ports2
- Dimensions 216 x 164 x 36.8 mm
- NBN CompatibleYes
TP-Link AC1900 Archer D9
Latest review: After my last modem died in a thunder storm, I searched for a mid range/priced Vdsl/Adsl modem router. I settled on the TP-Link Archer VR900. Easy setup and has many features and is value for money.
Price (RRP) A$199.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Ease of Setup5.0 (1)
- Wi-Fi Range4.0 (1)
- Reliability5.0 (1)
- Build Quality5.0 (1)
- Value for Money5.0 (1)
- Frequency BandDual-Band (2.4GHz, 5.0GHz)
- FeaturesBeamforming, External Antennas, Mobile App Control, Parental Controls and Quality of Service
- Maximum Wireless Speed1,300 Mbps
- Number of Ethernet Ports4
- Wi-Fi Standard802.11 ac
- DSL SupportADSL
- Number of USB 2.0 Ports1
- Number of USB 3.0 Ports1
- Dimensions 86 x 221 x 86 mm
- NBN CompatibleYes
TP-Link AC1200 Archer C5
Latest review: Got this modem which was left in our rental and was connected to FTTN . A year ago i plugged it in to our new house which uses Wireless NBN and it has performed flawlessly since then. It has a
Price (RRP) A$99.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Ease of Setup3.3 (3)
- Wi-Fi Range3.7 (3)
- Reliability3.3 (3)
- Build Quality4.0 (2)
- Value for Money3.0 (2)
- Frequency BandDual-Band (2.4GHz, 5.0GHz)
- FeaturesExternal Antennas and Parental Controls
- Maximum Wireless Speed867 Mbps
- Number of Ethernet Ports4
- Wi-Fi Standard802.11 ac
- Number of USB 2.0 Ports2
- Number of USB 3.0 Ports0
- Dimensions 32.5 x 243 x 160 mm
- NBN CompatibleYes
D-Link Python AC1600 DSL-2888A
Latest review: This is a wonderful unit for general household use, it has amazing range and performs quite well with approx 10 devices connected at any one time. The biggest issue was with VPN setup. It will not
Price (RRP) A$279.95
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Ease of Setup4.3 (6)
- Wi-Fi Range3.8 (6)
- Reliability3.2 (6)
- Build Quality4.4 (5)
- Value for Money4.0 (5)
- Frequency BandDual-Band (2.4GHz, 5.0GHz)
- FeaturesParental Controls
- Maximum Wireless Speed1,600 Mbps
- Number of Ethernet Ports4
- Wi-Fi StandardNone
- DSL SupportADSL, ADSL2+, VDSL and VDSL2
- Number of USB 2.0 Ports1
- Number of USB 3.0 Ports0
- Dimensions 37 x 230 x 55 mm
- NBN CompatibleYes
TP-Link N300 TD-W9977
Latest review: This modem is very stable - I never have to restart it! I've changed RSPs a few times and it has been simple to reconfigure. The web interface is basic, but
Price (RRP) A$138.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Ease of Setup5.0 (1)
- Reliability5.0 (1)
- Build Quality5.0 (1)
- Value for Money5.0 (1)
- Frequency BandSingle-Band (2.4GHz)
- FeaturesExternal Antennas, Parental Controls and Quality of Service
- Maximum Wireless Speed300 Mbps
- Number of Ethernet Ports4
- DSL SupportADSL2 and VDSL2
- Dimensions 32.7 x 243.5 x 167.5 mm
Netgear Nighthawk AC2300 R7000P
Latest review: I bought this router for my NBN, and was predominantly for the Disney Circle feature. This router has no ability to connect directly to the NBN (no modem built in). So I have to keep my telstra NBN
Price (RRP) A$298.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Ease of Setup3.3 (8)
- Wi-Fi Range3.9 (8)
- Reliability2.9 (7)
- Build Quality3.1 (10)
- Value for Money2.5 (10)
- Frequency BandDual-Band (2.4GHz, 5.0GHz)
- FeaturesBeamforming, External Antennas, Mobile App Control and Parental Controls
- Maximum Wireless Speed2,300 Mbps
- Number of Ethernet Ports5
- Wi-Fi Standard802.11 a, 802.11 ac, 802.11 b, 802.11 g and 802.11 n
- Number of USB 2.0 Ports1
- Number of USB 3.0 Ports1
- Smart Home CompatibilityAmazon Alexa and Google Assistant
- Dimensions 50 x 285 x 184.5 mm
- NBN CompatibleNo
TP-Link TD-W8960N
Latest review: There are 3 things to look for in a router: 1. Signal - strength and stability are the two main factors in terms of signal. You need a router with stable signal strength and consistent coverage. 2.
Price (RRP) A$39.99
- Specifications
- Frequency BandSingle-Band (2.4GHz)
- FeaturesParental Controls
- Maximum Wireless Speed300 Mbps
- Number of Ethernet Ports4
- Wi-Fi Standard802.11 b, 802.11 g and 802.11 n
- DSL SupportADSL2+
- Number of USB 2.0 Ports0
- Number of USB 3.0 Ports0
- Dimensions 36 x 195 x 130 mm
- NBN CompatibleYes
Netgear AC3200 R8000
Latest review: Best ever, this router has not skipped a beat. It is not ISP specific which was important. Tri-band, and selects the least traffic-heavy bandwidth so you always get great speed. It also connected
Price (RRP) A$319.00
- Specifications
- Frequency BandTri-Band (2.4GHz, 2 x 5GHz)
- FeaturesBeamforming, External Antennas, Mobile App Control and Parental Controls
- Maximum Wireless Speed3,200 Mbps
- Number of Ethernet Ports5
- Wi-Fi Standard802.11 ac
- Number of USB 2.0 Ports1
- Number of USB 3.0 Ports1
- Dimensions 54.5 x 295.5 x 226.8 mm
Telstra Gateways Frontier
Latest review: We received this modem when we signed up with Telstra. It's worked as promised and there has been no real major problems since. We don't get drop outs and the connectivitiy seems to be pretty good.
Price (RRP) A$384.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Ease of Setup4.0 (4)
- Wi-Fi Range3.8 (4)
- Reliability4.0 (4)
- Build Quality4.0 (4)
- Value for Money4.0 (4)
- Frequency BandDual-Band (2.4GHz, 5.0GHz)
- Wi-Fi Standard802.11 ac
- DSL SupportADSL, ADSL2 and ADSL2+
- Number of USB 3.0 Ports1
- NBN CompatibleYes
Huawei E5186
Latest review: The speed this has during the day is fine, it's nice and does what it's meant to. But as soon as somebody else starts to use the internet or it's dark out it totally falls flat. Other then that I'm
Price (RRP) A$99.00
- Review Summary
- Specifications
- Ease of Setup3.3 (3)
- Wi-Fi Range3.3 (3)
- Reliability2.0 (3)
- Build Quality2.7 (3)
- Value for Money2.3 (3)
- Frequency BandDual-Band (2.4GHz, 5.0GHz)
- Number of Ethernet Ports4
- Wi-Fi Standard802.11 a, 802.11 ac, 802.11 b, 802.11 g and 802.11 n
- Number of USB 2.0 Ports1
- Number of USB 3.0 Ports0
- Dimensions 190 × 200 × 32 mm