FTTP Routers

Would any of you kind people post what you think the best 3 FTTP routers are to get?

I have FTTP 900 being installed in a week or so. I have an ASUS RT-AC68U at the moment on FTTC and have been very happy with it over the years and it has some nice extra features,

Can anyone recommend a great router to get to immediately to replace the BT one supplied please?

Thank you

Edited by Scoot (Mon 15-Nov-21 16:52:26)

Ubiquiti Dream Machine Pro ... plus WAPs

I use two of these. One upstairs, one downstairs. My entire house has great coverage and the App is great.

https://eu.store.ui.com/products/amplifi-alien-route...

Just check the MAX WAN throughput before buying any Router. Some seem to have good LAN WiFi rates, etc. but the WAN throughput is poor.

I know if I ever move above 300MB I'll have to replace my trusty Vigor 2860, as it's MAX is 300MB.

In reply to a post by MHC:

Ubiquiti Dream Machine Pro ... plus WAPs

If I am googling the correct model, then this is a rack mounted device of which I'd prefer to stay away from due to limited space. Thanks for the suggestion

In reply to a post by kingbiscit:

I use two of these. One upstairs, one downstairs. My entire house has great coverage and the App is great.

https://eu.store.ui.com/products/amplifi-alien-route...

This isn't a brand I'm well aware of to be fair, they look nice though 😁thanks for the suggestion.

In reply to a post by Adduxi:

Just check the MAX WAN throughput before buying any Router. Some seem to have good LAN WiFi rates, etc. but the WAN throughput is poor.

I know if I ever move above 300MB I'll have to replace my trusty Vigor 2860, as it's MAX is 300MB.

Thanks for the heads up and suggestion.

Does anyone else have any suggestions please? I was kinda hoping to stay with ASUS and use a unit which was more suited to the home but with advanced features. I currently use the ASUS to VPN in to and such and MAC assign my network and devices under the roof. I dont know what features the BT modem/router will come with as its been years since I used any homehub's or BT hardware but I am guessing im heading for a huge downgrade in features unless I buy something before install day.

Any further suggestions welcome.

Edited by Scoot (Fri 19-Nov-21 16:49:41)

In reply to a post by Scoot:

...I currently use the ASUS to VPN in to and such and MAC assign my network and devices under the roof. I dont know what features the BT modem/router will come with as its been years since I used any homehub's or BT hardware but I am guessing im heading for a huge downgrade in features unless I buy something before install day.

Any further suggestions welcome.

You will need something beefy. I saw the AC88u which might be OK but you might need to go higher up the range e.g. AX88u so it is getting pricy.
They do at least have adaptive QoS.
The Dream machine is not a rack mount device - https://store.ui.com/collections/unifi-network-unifi...

The UDM-Pro which I suggested is rack mount. The basic UDM will be at full stretch 0n a Gbit connection

In reply to a post by smouty:

In reply to a post by Scoot:

...I currently use the ASUS to VPN in to and such and MAC assign my network and devices under the roof. I dont know what features the BT modem/router will come with as its been years since I used any homehub's or BT hardware but I am guessing im heading for a huge downgrade in features unless I buy something before install day.

Any further suggestions welcome.

You will need something beefy. I saw the AC88u which might be OK but you might need to go higher up the range e.g. AX88u so it is getting pricy.
They do at least have adaptive QoS.
The Dream machine is not a rack mount device - https://store.ui.com/collections/unifi-network-unifi...

Hi, thanks for the response. The Dream Machine Pro that was suggested was a rack mounted device if I found the right one. Either-way thanks for posting the one you have.

I don't mind spending a decent amount on a good unit, I'd probably prefer to stay with ASUS but willing to swap if anyone can suggest something they use and are happy with and that looks to fill my needs.

The UDM-Pro which is designed for rack mount does not have the mounting flanges fitted on delivery so it can sit on a desk. Or get a 1U underdesk mount to hold it out of the way.

Do any of these suggestions encompass Modem and Router? is it best to keep the BT modem, guessing it will be an all in one device they supply.

I currently have FTTC so have no idea what hardware BT will be supplying as I have an old HG612 modem connected to my ASUS currently.

thanks