I keep seeing these threads on Geekzone and since I am a bit of a router horde (the Edgerouter for me is by-far the best) I thought I'd better make a thread with my experiences, and what works best for the average home dependant on some situations, budget, features and ease of use and include other experiences in an easy to find and Google place.First Category - all in one routers:These routers are best if you're wanting something with everything built into one unit that offer decent WiFi.1) Huawei HG659 - Supports all connection types, suitable for Gigatown connections, decent WiFi and available cheaply. This router is currently provided by Spark, BigPipe and Vodafone however is designed as a home CPE device so doesn't have too many configurable features. Also, not suitable if you're one to use Netflix unblockers but for your general purpose all in one router this is a hard one to beat. Also, has VoIP.2) Netcomm NF8AC - Buy from Here - This router supports all connection types, a decent array of features. As far as all in one devices go if you have to buy one then let it be this one. Supports Gigatown connections and has pretty good WiFi too (suitable for a small home).3) ASUS DSL-AC68U - Buy from Here - Excellent WiFi, features and performance. A bit more pricey than the above options however if you're wanting something a little more advanced it is one to consider.Second Category - routers only (advanced users):If you're wanting something a little more advanced going for one of these is a surefire bet. Just don't expect the most simple to use interfaces or a 5min setup if you're not experienced.1) Edgerouter Lite - Buy from here - This is my personal router and supports everything including insane packet switching speeds (totally fine for Gigatown). There is a basic tutorial on how to set this up on UFB here however it wasn't intended to be a go-to guide. When I reconfigure mine I might make a guide however don't know when that'll be as they're damn stable.2) MikroTik RouterBOARD RB750Gr2 - Buy from here - This is an advanced and cheap router in the Mikrotik range. Doesn't have WiFi, can route around 300Mbit and is great for people who don't want to spend an arm and a leg on an advanced capability router.Missing: A Mikrotik router that can route a Gigatown connection - if anyone has any suggestions less than $250 let me know.Third Category - routers w/ access points for UFB:These routers are for your more advanced users that want the flexibility of doing what they want - and have alternative OS support (such as Tomato and DD-WRT). Currently, there are no all in one units that support alternative operating systems and there likely never will.1) Netgear R7000 - Buy from here, however places like Noel Leemings often have sales. - Can support a full Gigatown connection on Advanced Tomato and stock firmware, also was my router before I had the Edgerouter. Rock solid, runs cool and has great WiFi (better than the all in one router's above).Missing: Other routers in this area either ones with alternative OS support or without. Post below.----If you've got any more suggestions then post them below. I'll keep this post updated as I honestly configure so many of these damn things so have experience in quite a wide variety. If you're just wanting better WiFi look at grabbing something like a Xclaim XI-3 which is an excellent access point offering solid performance, and is simple to set up for your standard home user.
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