Need a new router, not sure what to look for

[mgreco712]

So, I think the router we have is being "overworked". Currently, we have these devices using the wifi:

2 Smart TVs
3 tablets
As many as 5 computers, but usually 2-3
PS3
Xbox 360
4 smart phones
2 blu-ray players

And I keep having the signal drop on any one device.

Also, the signal is weak in the room with the Smart TV and blu-ray player, on the opposite side of the house as the router. We're lucky to get 1 bar, really, so the Smart TV and one of the blu-ray players will rarely have a stable connection.


So, with that in mind, I need suggestions for a new router.

 

[voyagerfan99]

You'll want to drop some money on a really good router. I have three of these (one at home, one at work, and one for my dorm; Johnb35 also has one). It's a fantastic router.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833320062

Or go a little higher with this one:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833320091

 

[mgreco712]

Which one has the best range, do you think? I would really like to get a good signal on the far side of the house.

 

[voyagerfan99]

They both have good ranges. I have a large house and get good signal all around.

 

[johnb35]

You can also just buy another cheap router and daisy chain it to the other router if there is a way to run a cable between routers. If you have a basement you can always run it into the basement over to where to where the other router is and back up to it. How far away is the room with the smart tv and bluray player from the router?

 

[mgreco712]

Probably not an option. The queen of the castle doesn't like to see wires and cables

 

[CdnAudiophile]

You'll want to drop some money on a really good router. I have three of these (one at home, one at work, and one for my dorm; Johnb35 also has one). It's a fantastic router.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833320062

Or go a little higher with this one:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833320091

Came to suggest this as well. If you dont have AC go with the 56U. I have that myself and it has been a very good router. My network buddy has about 5 of them with custom firmware and swears by them. (for home/small businesses)