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Best Routers Under $100

Routers under $100: enough for an apartment or a small home on a plan up to 500 Mbps or so.

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How far $100 goes on a router

Under $100 is where the best value for ordinary homes sits. You can skip flagship features and still get a stable network, as long as the router matches your space and your internet plan.

Compare the Wi-Fi standard and speed class first, then coverage: an apartment needs far less than a two-story house. After that, check the ports. Four gigabit LAN ports cover a console, a TV box and a desktop without a switch.

If you want to spend a bit more for newer Wi-Fi or a mesh kit, see all budget routers under $200. If the budget is tighter, try routers under $50.

Frequently asked questions

Is a router under $100 good enough?

For an apartment or a small to mid-size home, yes. Wi-Fi 6 routers in this range handle streaming, video calls and a typical pile of phones, TVs and smart plugs.

Do routers under $100 support Wi-Fi 6?

Many do. You will also find a few Wi-Fi 7 models, though they tend to skip the 6 GHz band. Check the radios row before you assume the fastest Wi-Fi 7 features.

What is the catch with a cheaper router?

Usually the WAN port is gigabit only and there is no USB port. That suits plans up to about 1 Gbps. If you pay for a faster plan, filter for a 2.5G port instead.

Can I add mesh later?

Some can. Look for EasyMesh, AiMesh or OneMesh support in the mesh rows, which lets a compatible second unit extend the network.