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Wireless routers

Most Popular Wireless routers

TP-Link RE815XE_1 Wi-Fi extender
The best Wi-Fi extenders from our testing in 2024
We’ve tested the best Wi-Fi extenders on the market to find out which are the fastest and most effective at extending your home network
BT Whole Home Wi-Fi angled
BT Whole Home Wi-Fi review: A fully featured mesh Wi-Fi system
£300
BT's multipoint wireless system is fast, reliable and pricey – but it's worth it
Mercusys Halo H80X two node mesh Wi-Fi system on a yellow and grey rug
The best mesh Wi-Fi routers 2025 from our comprehensive testing
Get fast downloads and kill dead spots with our pick of the best mesh Wi-Fi routers

Latest Wireless routers

Netgear Orbi 970 - front teaser on a colourful carpet
Netgear Orbi 970 mesh router review: Groundmaking mesh
Wireless routers

The Orbie 970 is a very fast, very expensive mesh – but it’s still too early to invest in the new wireless standard

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£1500 inc VAT (two units); £2200 inc VAT (three units)
What is mesh Wi-Fi?
Wireless routers

Get a fast and reliable connection in every corner of your home with a mesh Wi-Fi system

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Linksys Atlas Pro 6 Wi-Fi router sees a whopping reduction
Wireless routers

The Linksys Atlas Pro 6 claimed an Expert Reviews Recommended award and is now far cheaper in Amazon’s spring sale – if you’re fast

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Linksys Atlas Pro 6: Fast Wi-Fi 6 that can cover your home
Wireless routers

This simple mesh delivers great performance and coverage, while dual-band technology keeps the price fairly reasonable

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£423 inc VAT
TP-Link RE505X Range Extender review
Wireless routers

Not necessarily a huge upgrade to an existing Wi-Fi 6 setup, but a good way to increase your reach and improve speeds

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£56 inc VAT
Synology WRX560 Wi-Fi 6 mesh router review: Smart yet so-so
Wireless routers

Synology’s impressive SRM software and strong connectivity features go some way to justify the high price

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£240 inc VAT
Eero Max 7 front
Amazon Eero Max 7: Wi-Fi 7 is here but it's expensive
Wireless routers

Amazon’s new mesh has some attractive features and fast performance, but it's very expensive

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£1150 (two units)
What is Wi-Fi 7?
Wireless routers

We’ve got everything you need to know about Wi-Fi 7 including performance, compatibility and whether you should wait to buy a new router

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The Asus RT-AXE7800 pictured on a grey, blue and yellow rug
Asus RT-AXE7800 Wi-Fi 6E router review: Fast and flexible
Wireless routers

Strong performance and plenty of powerful features make the RT-AXE7800 an excellent choice for anyone who doesn’t want to wait for Wi-Fi 7

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£250 inc. VAT
Synology RT6600ax review: A speedy Wi-Fi 6 router
Wireless routers

If price isn’t a concern, there’s everything to like about the RT6600ax’s lightning-fast performance and outstanding software support

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£317 (inc VAT)