Question 1

How do you test the products you recommend?

Accepted Answer

Our editors buy or borrow every product and test it in real homes — phones through a week of daily use, and routers and mesh systems on the same floor plan for a fair coverage comparison. Picks reflect that hands-on testing, not spec sheets alone.

Question 2

Do you earn money from these product links?

Accepted Answer

Some links are affiliate links, so we may earn a commission if you buy through them — at no extra cost to you. Commissions never affect which products we pick or how we rate them.

Question 3

Do I need a new router if I upgrade to faster internet?

Accepted Answer

Often, yes. An older router can cap your speed well below what you're paying for. If your router is more than four or five years old or doesn't support Wi-Fi 6, a modern mesh system usually unlocks the full plan speed across your whole home.

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