Up to $100 to spend on a router at Best Buy - help?

[mrzeve]

So I'm really sick and tired of my piece of crap Belkin router - believe its the n150. Essentially, whenever I download a really large file (say an Xbox One game via the store) it craps out and I need to reset it and reset my modem.

I've had enough. I have a credit at Best Buy so I'd like to make a purchase there.

Setup:
- SMALL NYC Apt (<500 sq ft)
- Xbox One
- iMac
- iPad (2x)
- iPhone

Thats basically it. I'm leaning towards the Airport Express, simply because I've heard they pretty much never have to be reset. But perhaps there is a $60 Belkin one people swear by? Looking for some first hand accounts here

 

[GGJstudios]

SI'm leaning towards the Airport Express, simply because I've heard they pretty much never have to be reset. But perhaps there is a $60 Belkin one people swear by? Looking for some first hand accounts here

I think the AirPort Express would work extremely well for you. Like many others, I've used one for many years with excellent performance.

 

[mrzeve]

I think the AirPort Express would work extremely well for you. Like many others, I've used one for many years with excellent performance.

Ever need to reset it? Or reset your modem?

 

[GGJstudios]

Ever need to reset it? Or reset your modem?

Very rarely. Maybe once or twice a year.

 

[MCAsan]

I have never had to reset a Time Capsule, Extreme, or Express. If you do not already have a drive for Time Machine backups, consider a Time Capsule.

You can save a few bucks on refurbed Airports at Apple: http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/specialdeals/mac/mac_accessories

Other online retailers also have decent prices and you likely do not pay shipping or sales tax. http://prices.appleinsider.com/#Wireless_Devices

 

[Fishrrman]

http://store.apple.com/us/product/FD031LL/A/refurbished-airport-extreme-base-station

Of course, no BestBuy credit, but if you're having problems with your current router, might as well get a -good one- ...

 

[akhilleus]

Are you renting your modem from your service provider? If so, you might want to look into a modem/router combo. I bought one for about ($130-150 I think?) a year ago and I'm so glad I did. One box to do everything I need and it saves me the stupid modem rental fee each month over the rest of its lifetime. Thing's got good range and power too. Mine's the Motorola SGB6580 if you're curious.

 

[mrzeve]

Are you renting your modem from your service provider? If so, you might want to look into a modem/router combo. I bought one for about ($130-150 I think?) a year ago and I'm so glad I did. One box to do everything I need and it saves me the stupid modem rental fee each month over the rest of its lifetime. Thing's got good range and power too. Mine's the Motorola SGB6580 if you're curious.

I actually have my own modem for my internet already. So not paying the fee.

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http://store.apple.com/us/product/FD031LL/A/refurbished-airport-extreme-base-station

Of course, no BestBuy credit, but if you're having problems with your current router, might as well get a -good one- ...

Seems a bit old?

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I have never had to reset a Time Capsule, Extreme, or Express. If you do not already have a drive for Time Machine backups, consider a Time Capsule.

You can save a few bucks on refurbed Airports at Apple: http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/specialdeals/mac/mac_accessories

Other online retailers also have decent prices and you likely do not pay shipping or sales tax. http://prices.appleinsider.com/#Wireless_Devices

Yeah seems like there are some deals to be had.

 

[illusionx]

I bought an Asus RT-N12 for 15$ refurbished. Flashed its with dd-wrt and this thing is marvellous.

Else, an airport express will so what you need.

 

[Menel]

Seems a bit old?

Older but superior.

Extreme has 3 gigabit ports for local network.
3x3:3 stream antenna, for upto 450mbps link rate for 5ghz.

The Express has 1 10/100 port for local network.
2x2:2 antenna, for upto 300mbps link rate for 5ghz.

The express is probably enough for your network, assuming your iMac will connect wirelessly.. Especially if it's basically free due to BestBuy credit.

 

[mrzeve]

Do you think the $85 extreme linked in this thread is a better deal than the express?

Older but superior.

Extreme has 3 gigabit ports for local network.
3x3:3 stream antenna, for upto 450mbps link rate for 5ghz.

The Express has 1 10/100 port for local network.
2x2:2 antenna, for upto 300mbps link rate for 5ghz.

The express is probably enough for your network, assuming your iMac will connect wirelessly.. Especially if it's basically free due to BestBuy credit.

 

[Menel]

Do you think the $85 extreme linked in this thread is a better deal than the express?

yes