10 Best WiFi Routers UK 2024 | TP-Link, ASUS and More

This powerful device offers the technology and speed of a router twice its price point. Seriously! It also comes with a built-in security system providing anti-virus and parental control options.

You name the feature, the C2300 probably has it. MU-MiMo, VPN access, dual band connection, QoS prioritising – the only thing we found on the negative side is that it gets fairly hot during normal use. Still, the C2300 is the best value-for-money upscale router you can get right now, no doubt about it. 

This amazing little concept mostly takes the form of a travel router, as it's tiny enough to fit in your pocket or backpack. In fact, its inbuilt VPN system is designed specifically to make public WiFi connections secure and private. It can even act as a booster to your phone's hotspot or mobile data! 

At home, it's not great as a standalone central router. However, it can act as a super node in your mesh network, and as a backup to boost someone's mobile data around the house if your main connection goes down. A highly useful piece of kit!

Netgear's Nighthawk looks like some kind of stealth bomber, and its download speed is explosive too. With a max speed of 125 MB on download, only the most cutting edge of routers released this year will beat the RX500 on speed alone.

It also has a massive 12 streams, allowing almost every device in your house its own connection if you want. There's a gaming mode, MU-MiMo, a simple-to-use QoS service and 8 Ethernet connections – meaning everyone can share equally in the bounteous speed this beast of a router offers. 

ASUS' AX58U is a great router for all kinds of people who need good internet, as it's a reasonably priced WiFi 6 option with loads of custom features and a lifetime security package. It's perfect for medium-sized houses, who can make use of its power across the whole house but don't have enough space to need a mesh setup.

The AX58U really is packed with features, too. Just a couple include the smart sleep mode capable of turning off one of the bands when its not being used, excellent parental controls through the dedicated ASUS app, and a 4G mode.

The Velop Tri-band is a mesh router that plays much more nicely with all network providers than Google's Nest. It comes with one central hub and two satellites, ensuring coverage over 6000 square feet (around 550 square metres) and 60+ devices. Perfect for a small business or spacious home!

It's very easy to set up using the Linksys app and comes with a bunch of features like a Guest Channel and MU-MiMo. A 90-day trial security package comes with the product, but will need to be renewed once the period is up.

This option comes in cheap for a WiFi 6 router. Boasting four antennas, this router has a long and stable reach. But be aware that a lack of MU-MiMo means it will not perform as well for multiple devices.

The AX 1800 has no shortage of ethernet connections, a USB port, and is compatible with the TP-Link OneMesh system, allowing it to be easily integrated into a mesh system in future. It also uses Target Wake Time technology to reduce the amount of power consumed by connecting devices.

Whilst it may be a way off the cutting edge since its release in 2014, Linksys MaxStream AC1900 is still a solid middle-of-the-pack router. It has eight connections, two USB ports and three antennas to use with its MiMo tech and dual bands. 

That means, for most users simply streaming and gaming on multiple devices the MaxStream will handle the load with ease. However, it simply won't be as fast or reliable for power users on the top end as some of its more recent competitors. 

To be frank, the AC1900 from D-Link is a fairly plain-looking piece of equipment. But, for your money, you get a very solid dual-band router that has some mid-level tech you'd expect from a slightly higher price point. 

Dual band technology and MU-MiMo installed means splitting your traffic across multiple streams is an absolute breeze. The four antennas also give good coverage, even in a larger property. On the downside, the lack of USB inputs means the AC1900 won't be the best centrepiece router for tech nerds or anyone with a home business.

When it comes to maximum speed, this high-end router will basically blow almost every other option on our list away. But, you will need a heavy-duty service provider to make the most of its 30MB+ download speed. 

The C5400's eight antennas do, however, boost the signal in a larger house considerably. It also has eight Ethernet ports and a tri-band mode, meaning you can prioritise any one piece of equipment onto its own connection with ease. With its high price tag and sci-fi stylings, it's not for everyone, but it does give amazing performance. 

Available as a pair or singles, these lovely little machines from internet overlords Google can act as a main hub router or a node in your mesh network. They come fully linked up with Google Home and are super easy to link up to all your smart gadgets, so if you've got a smart house this could be right up your street.

As a standalone product used with another WiFi provider, however, it's a bit lacking. There are no USB or LAN connections and not many customisation options or controls if you haven't got Google Home.