Asus Router vs Netgear Router

[kingicev]

Hi guys

I need to buy a new Router but I am stuck between the following.

1. https://www.asus.com/Networking/DSLN14U/
2. http://www.netgear.com/home/products/networking/dsl-modems-routers/dgn2200.aspx

Its for Home usage and need a good one, Have had issues with Netgear and TP link in the past.

Regards

 

[kanewolf]

It is more expensive, but I recommend getting a discrete DSL modem and then you have a much larger pool of routers to chose from.

 

[RealBeast]

It is more expensive, but I recommend getting a discrete DSL modem and then you have a much larger pool of routers to chose from.

^ total agreement, if at all possible use discrete components. It increases flexibility and allows you to upgrade or add to your network as needed. Used DSL modem/routers are generally unable to do anything else (such as use as an access point), unlike discrete routers.

 

[kingicev]

Awesome hank you, will do

But what is a Discrete Modem / Router?

 

[kanewolf]

Awesome hank you, will do

But what is a Discrete Modem / Router?

Kind of the opposite of what you originally posted. It is a modem that does nothing except convert from DSL/ADSL to ethernet. Then you can use ANY router that has an ethernet WAN port. If you ever change ISPs to cable TV, lets say, then you just need a different modem, the router is unchanged.

You should check with your ISP to see what modems are approved for your tier of service.