Best Wi-Fi Routers for IoT device compatibility

#1 D-Link Aquila Pro AI R95
4.7

Smart lights, plugs, cameras, and other connected devices integrate smoothly and continue working during demanding household traffic.

Pros: wireless performance, Wi-Fi speed

Cons: content filtering

#2 GL.iNet GL-BE3600 Slate 7
2.5

Most clients work normally, but some IoT devices had trouble connecting under certain WPA2/802.11W settings. Compatibility may require security-setting adjustments for older smart-home gear.

Pros: Wi-Fi speed, close-range speed

Cons: mesh performance, seamless handoff