modem router
 

Im looking to purchase a gaming modem router roughly $200-300, Shaw is my internet provider. will it work and any suggestions?

ive read online that shaw network doesnt allow any 3rd party modems/routers is that true?

For $200 you’re probably not going to get much better than the ISP’s hardware

I've been happy with my TP-Link Archer AX55, but I haven't done anything too funky with it like in the old days.

perhaps 200-300

This looks decent https://www.facebook.com/share/1b9diMQZfp/

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What functions / features are you specifically looking for that are not currently provided by the modem from Shaw right now?

im just looking for to create my own wifi network and for me only, i have too many devices connected to my current router

Funny/coincidental about TP Link: US is investigating potential national security risks posed by internet routers used by millions

If you’re looking for a separate network for smart devices etc. you can probably just create a guest network or some of the ISP’s now have specific smart device networks that are hidden for things like doorbells and cameras etc.

For how popular Netgear is and how long they've been in the game, my wifi mesh sucks ass.

I find that Netgear hasn't improved their product, unfortunately.

How many wireless devices do you currently have connected? Most modern wireless routers can support around at least 30-50 wireless devices without a hitch.

If you're okay with your current Shaw router's features, you can just extend your wireless network with some access points. Most mesh routers can be configured to run in just access point mode.

I use the TP-Link Deco X60 myself, but we use Ubiquiti access points at work.

Wireless mesh sucks. If you can't do a wired backhaul for your network, I wouldn't bother.

Even tri-band mesh routers with a dedicated wireless backhaul still suffers from bandwidth loss.

If you’re not on fiber, wireless mesh networks suck so much of the bandwidth just maintaining a connection I feel.

Hardwired access points only, if that’s not possible the only solution is to really just buy a more powerful router and to get somthing better than the current ISP offerings I’d say you have to spend a minimum of $400+