I’m moving into a new apt and the ISP is trying to rent a router at $20/mo, so I’d like to get my own router.

I’m considering setting up opnsense for the router & TP link Omega for the AP & Switch.

But this feels a bit overkill for an apt. Should I just get a all in one router instead? What are the pros and cons?

  • HamsterRageEnglish
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    9 days ago

    Note that even if you start with an integrated wifi/router you can always by a stand-alone replacement for one function and continue to use the original unit for the other. For instance, I use my ISP supplied wifi router as a router and turn off its wifi, then use mesh wifi for whole house coverage.