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Best router in 2025 for around $200-250?

Muscless

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What is the best router today for around $200-250. I wish to upgrade my ASUS router for Xmas. List the top 3 you would recommend.
 
What's your thoughts on RT-BE86U compared to RT-AX86U Pro?
A better model overall - more powerful CPU, Wi-Fi 7 support with higher speeds on 160 MHz channels, faster ports, and a newer firmware branch that will receive updates for longer. The only downside is that Adaptive QoS is currently broken. It's probably the best model you can get for under $250 right now. I picked up the RT-BE88U during Amazon's sale a few weeks ago for $280 (pretty similar price range), which was an even better deal, but it's much more expensive at the moment.
 

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