Is a Cisco Wireless Router Still Worth It in Modern Home Networks?

[marisasowell]

I still remember when our home internet first struggled to keep up with multiple devices—phones, smart TV, laptops all fighting for bandwidth at the same time. Back then, upgrading to a better router felt like a game changer.

Now with mesh systems and WiFi 6 everywhere, I started wondering if traditional setups still matter. A friend recently swore by his old setup, saying it’s still stable and reliable for small homes without fancy requirements.

That made me think maybe a Cisco wireless router still has a place today, especially for users who just want consistency over hype. What do you think—old-school reliability or modern mesh convenience?