Question Wireless Router recommendation

[bandit385]

Any recommendations on a new wireless router? ($100 - $200 range) Would like good signal strength, reliable, and decent speed. I don't do gaming, but would like it to support online video streaming from a site like Netflix, Hulu, etc. I currently have a Linksys EA4500, but it does not reach the bedroom which is ~80 feet away with 3 interior walls. Also, we are having trouble staying connected to it with our devices (iphones, ipad, etc).

 

[COLGeek]

What is the make/model of your current router? You might be better served with a range extender.

For example:

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[bandit385]

I currently have a Linksys EA4500 N900 Dual-Band router.

 

[COLGeek]

You have options. A better router may help. One like this:

https://www.amazon.com/Linksys-AC19...7980&s=gateway&sprefix=linksys,aps,146&sr=8-5

You could also add a range extender to either config (stay with current or replace) to address dead spots.

The above router will provide better signal strength throughout your home.

 

[kanewolf]

Any recommendations on a new wireless router? ($100 - $200 range) Would like good signal strength, reliable, and decent speed. I don't do gaming, but would like it to support online video streaming from a site like Netflix, Hulu, etc. I currently have a Linksys EA4500, but it does not reach the bedroom which is ~80 feet away with 3 interior walls. Also, we are having trouble staying connected to it with our devices (iphones, ipad, etc).

With the distance and obstructions. I would look at a second WIFI source. Because even if your router can "blast" as signal, your devices can't send back. I would recommend a powerline based unit, like this https://www.newegg.com/p/N82E16833156559 if you don't have ethernet cabling to the remote end of the house.