The D-Link DSL-X3052E Wi-Fi 6 AX3000 modem router with VoIP is the perfect FTTN gateway to replace the low-cost rubbish routers usually supplied by an NBN reseller. Consumer advice: D-Link uses standard SIP VoIP protocols most NBN resellers use. The exceptions are Telstra and TPG, which refuse to adopt the…

…To get the most from any router/mesh, place it in the centre of where most Wi-Fi devices are, preferably in the line of sight of most. If you have bandwidth ‘hogs’ like 4K video streaming or NAS (network attached storage), etc., try to connect these to the router or satellite…

The Google Nest WiFi Pro 6E is an easy-to-set-up mesh-based system comprising a router and up to five satellites to cover most larger homes. Its ease of setup and use is good—unless you expect more customisation. Let’s get to the point. If you want a plug-and-play, expandable, Google Home, Wi-Fi…

If looks could kill, then the ASUS ROG Rapture GT-BE98 Wi-Fi 7 router is a master assassin. It is the biggest, boldest, baddest, most aggressive, and colourful eight-antenna demigod of gaming routers. Of course, looks are not everything – performance is the key. The ASUS ROG Rapture GT-BE98 B E25000…

The TP-Link Archer VX1800v Wi-Fi 6 modem/router/VoIP is perfect for an NBN FTTN gateway. It is the cure for NBN resellers’ crappy, drop-out-prone Wi-Fi 5 AC routers. It also supports EasyMesh for range expansion. We wrote a guide, Crappy NBN FTTN Modem – here are a few better ones that…

The new D-Link Aquila Pro M30 Ai Wi-Fi 6 AX3000 mesh router is available in a 2 or 3-pack to suit small-to-medium-sized homes or apartments. Its AI improves Wi-Fi reliability. It is also a stylish new design reminiscent of Sally Fields Flying Nun’s hat. The design takes Wi-Fi coverage from…

…think about it. The web interface is extremely limited. Double NAT (network address translation) router or Access Point? With HFC or FTTN, you plug this directly into an RJ45 plug. The primary Deco is the router, so you don’t need a gateway. If you have FTTN ADSL2+, you will have…

…AX 11000 mesh (network review) three-pack at $2799. You can also get a two-pack (router/satellite) and extra satellites. Why buy Orbi? There are a lot lower cost Wi-Fi 6 Mesh router and satellite systems on the market. We have found that Netgear Orbi has superior coverage and speed and manages…

…Wi-Fi 6E AX (and earlier) with a good strong signal out to 10 metres from our reference Netgear Orbi RBKE963 Quad-band Wi-Fi 6E AX 11000 mesh (network review). It has BT 5.3 LE, multi-point, and you can connect two devices and play audio (requires approved Samsung earphones). It has SBC,…