Best Cheap Routers for 2018

Last modified on October 19th, 2018 at 2:56 pm

Created on: January 6, 2018 Networking

Synology RT1900ac

A great router and NAS server in one

Editors’ Rating : 8.3 –
Setup : 8 – Features : 9 – Performance : 8 –
The RT1900ac is an excellent router by itself and a stellar one for those wanting to try out the world of network storage.

$106.77 at Walmart : Click here

$108.59 at Amazon Marketplace : Click here

$99.99 at B&H Photo-Video : Click here

Asus RT-AC66U 802.11ac router

Top router with great firmware

Editors’ Rating : 8.3 –
Setup : 8 – Features : 9 – Performance : 8 –
Asus’ first 802.11ac router offers great performance with existing Wi-Fi devices and is future-proof thanks to its support of the latest 802.11ac standard.

$155.13 at Amazon : Click here

$109.99 at Walmart : Click here

$187.28 at Amazon Marketplace : Click here

Trendnet TEW-818DRU Dual Band Wireless Router

A powerful router at a friendly price

Editors’ Rating : 8.3 –
Setup : 8 – Features : 9 – Performance : 8 –
Trendnet’s TEW-818DRU is a straightforward high-end AC1900 router with great performance, and its friendly pricing is a welcome bonus.

$94.91 at Amazon : Click here

$96.60 at Amazon Marketplace : Click here

$114.99 at Adorama : Click here

D-Link DIR-818LW Wireless AC750 Dual Band…

Underpowered but super easy to use

Editors’ Rating : 8.3 –
Setup : 8 – Features : 9 – Performance : 8 –
For less than $30, the D-Link DIR-818LW is one of the most affordable 802.11ac router on the market and it’s quite fast, too. If you live in a small apartment, this is an excellent choice.

$34.70 at Walmart : Click here

Linksys E1200 Monitor N300 Wireless-N Rout…

An all-around reliable router

Editors’ Rating : 8.3 –
Setup : 8 – Features : 9 – Performance : 8 –
For a cost of around $30, the Linksys E1200 is actually a great router. It’s easy to use, reliable and has quite a few advanced feature to keep your home network safe.