New WiFi Router needed ; recommendations? Upgrading from Nighthawk X6 - R7900 AC3000

[Sam5281]

Hey guys

Looking for an up to date quality router (not Netgear specifically). That is a comparable - or better running unit then my Nighthawk X6.

I haven’t kept up in this field, so looking for advise from the pros!

Thanks!

NETGEAR Nighthawk X6

NETGEAR Nighthawk X6 Smart WiFi Router R7900 AC3000 Tri-Band Up to 3000Mbps wireless speed Up to 3,500 sq. ft of coverage Compatible with Amazon Echo/Alexa (Renewed)

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[Sheepish-Lord]

I updated from a Nighthawk RAX120, that was still a beast, to a RS300. The recent firmware has made it much better and it’s been pretty solid for the last few months.

Got it with $30 off as well.

 

[Sam5281]

Thanks!

Good to know - I think the recommendation was to go with RS700? Maybe that’s overkill?

 

[Sheepish-Lord]

Thanks!

Good to know - I think the recommendation was to go with RS700? Maybe that’s overkill?

I thought it was. The RS300 vs RS700 differences wouldn't have any benefit to me as I would never use them, I think the RS700 is better suited for industry than home if you compare the specs. Unless you need the extra coverage distance the RS700 provides (3500 sq ft) it is massive overkill for a home router.

 

[Sam5281]

Thanks for that. Of course it’s the one netgear recommend as replacement lol. I guess they just went off , my current specs and suggested it. But I’m not even running anything close to Fiber so agree a waste.