Using a 3rd party Router

[raphavipe]

Hi everyone, I'm looking into replacing BT's SmartHub for a Wi-Fi 6 (or 6E preferably) compatible one since most of my wireless devices uses the new Wi-Fi standard.

Can you guys please recommend what are our current options? I know BT requires a specific router with xDSL connection but finding quite difficult to google and finding options.

Thank you in advance.

[licquorice]

BT doesn't require anything specific at all. You just need an appropriate device for the type of service you have. If you have FTTC, you just need a VDSL modem/ router.

[raphavipe]

Makes sense thank you. Going back to my question then, any options available currently with WiFi 6/6e? 

[imjolly]

Just try using Google search for modem/router and wfi6. Then up to you on sped and facilities you want

[raphavipe]

Please... do you really think I haven't tried that? Follow your own advice and let me know if you can find that information easily. 

[licquorice]

If you Google WiFi 6 modem router combo you will find countless to choose from. We don't know what your requirements or budget are, only you can decide.

It's like going on a motoring forum and asking for a recommendation for a car.

[TimCurtis]

Out of interest what speeds are you getting from your fibre connection?

I ask because there might not be much point of WiFi 6 unless your speeds are in excess of ,say, 250Mbps.

I will stress I've not looked at what advantage WiFi 6 will give other than speed.

[imjolly]

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@raphavipe wrote:

Please... do you really think I haven't tried that? Follow your own advice and let me know if you can find that information easily. 

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as already posted there are numerous to choose from just do the search work yourself then make choice

[supertedster]

People get good results with TP Link products. Maybe add one of their mesh systems too?

[spile]

Have you considered turning off Wireless on your BT router and adding a better wireless system? I use a repurposed router as a wireless extender but prefer to let the smarthub do the routing and it also allows digital voice.