Intrusion Detection/Prevention System Routers

The Bottom Line: The Netgear RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N Router WNDR3300 is a basic Wireless-N router that only offers a taste of dual-band wireless networking. Its short range and limited feature set may override its decent mixed-mode performance.

Specs: Wireless router, 8.8 in x 6 in x 1.2 in, Wired, Wireless, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 1.1 lbs

The Bottom Line: With a fair price, decent performance, and dead-simple setup, the SMC SMCWGBR14-N Barricade N router is about as well-rounded a Draft N router as you'll find. It also boasts impressive range and a smart design. We strongly recommend it for general home use.

Specs: Wireless router, 6.5 in x 5.9 in x 1 in, Wired, Wireless, 300 Mbps, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz, 12.3 oz

The Bottom Line: The Netgear RangeMax Next WNR854T Gigabit is a smart choice for home networks, thanks to its fast throughput and easy setup.

Specs: Wireless router, 6.8 in x 1.5 in x 8.8 in, Wired, Wireless, 300 Mbps, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz, 1.2 lbs

The Bottom Line: Though its maximum throughput is solid and its speed at long range is respectable, the Netgear WNR834B's mixed-mode speed is not. Save your cash until more Draft N routers make it through CNET Labs.

Specs: 6.8 in x 1.5 in x 8.8 in, Wired, Wireless, 270 Mbps, Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n (draft), Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n (draft), External, NAT support, URL filtering, MIMO technology, Firewall protection, DoS attack prevention, Intrusion Detection System (IDS), Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI), 2.4 GHz, 1.3 lbs

The Bottom Line: The Netgear RangeMax router is among the best-performing routers we've seen.

Specs: Wireless router, 8.8 in x 6 in x 1.2 in, Wired, Wireless, 108 Mbps, Ethernet, External, 2.4 GHz, 1.1 lbs

The Bottom Line: Time and money are required to properly install the WGU624, but tech buffs will find both well spent.

Specs: Wireless router, 6.9 in x 4.7 in x 1.1 in, Wired, Wireless, 108 Mbps, External, 0.7 lbs

The Bottom Line: If you want to set up a VPN for your home or small-business network, Buffalo's wireless secure remote gateway is a decent choice.

Specs: Wireless router, 1.5 in x 6.9 in x 5.5 in, Wired, Wireless, 125 Mbps, External, 2.4 GHz, 0.7 lbs

The Bottom Line: Unless you already own other Buffalo AOSS wireless devices, skip the WBR2-G54S in favor of a full-featured alternative.

Specs: Wireless router, 3 in x 6.1 in x 6.7 in, Wired, Wireless, 125 Mbps, Ethernet, External, 2.4 GHz, 0.9 lbs

The Bottom Line: Netgear's FWG114P is a great all-in-one device for those planning to set up a home office.

Specs: Wireless router, 7.4 in x 4.9 in x 1.3 in, Wired, Wireless, 54 Mbps, Ethernet, HTTP, External, 2.4 GHz, 1.3 lbs

The Bottom Line: A bona fide networking Swiss Army knife, the CG814M does it all, cheaply and simply.

Specs: 10 in x 6.7 in x 1.3 in, Wired, 11 Mbps, Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, Fast Ethernet, Ethernet, HTTP, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11b, Full-duplex, External, Switching, NAT support, VPN support, DHCP support, Auto-negotiation, Content filtering, Firewall protection, DoS attack prevention, Auto-uplink (auto MDI/MDI-X), Intrusion Detection System (IDS), Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI), 1.3 lbs