Should you use your ISP WiFi Modem/ Router or BUY one?

Should you lease or buy a router from your ISP? Some say leasing the router or modem from your isp is a waste of money but is it really? On today's video, I look at the various options, the pros and cons of buying vs leasing and tell you which one you should do. I show you how to get a FREE modem from your ISP too!

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[jimmy_h]

Good points, also just because you have their router doesn't necessarily guarantee speeds, it's up to the contract you have. Also, you could opt to sell your modem after one year of use, recouping most of the cost and a net positive.

[hammondb]

I think there is also a third factor to consider - which I think I'm making my decision on.. the technology if you're in 2-year contracts. If I lease, then when the techology changes, I don't have a brick that I have to figure out what to do with, as I would if I bought. The difference between what I would pay if I lease vs. buy is $60 more when leasing (over the 2 year period). Thats worth it to me to wash my hands of the equipment and/or get upgraded equipment in 2 years.

[fjbowski]

Would you know how to enter engineering mode on the note 8 running pie? I would like to try to increase the volume without an app

[dropdacoustix]

I have an Arris dg3270 modem/router combo but get weak signal in most rooms where it's not close, can I buy another router and connect to Arris wireless? I am paying for 500 mbpsor can I connect by Ethernet to router to enhance strength

[killedbylatency]

Nice video
I'm the type that loves tampering with router settings

[TheArtistsHaven]

I lease my modem/router because it was less headache for me. I had to install it myself but my service provider has a great access/how-to install setup "site" that made that simple for a non-techy like me! And now that it's installed, if I ever have a problem with it, I give them a call & they help me fix it. Most good modem/router combos that I was looking at on Amazon were about $130-150 (I go with products with a 4+star rating with at least 100 reviews when it come to tech stuff, if possible), so it was a fair deal to lease one, in my opinion. ✌💜😄 Tish

[Ayooissteve]

Does getting my own router will help with avoiding isp throttling?

[theholtic]

So what are the benefits besides not paying the lease?

[itsjjx_]

Do you have to pay monthly bill if you gaming buy router

[Mf-nclc]

Briefly, are isp routers/ modems easily hacked?

[LouieGMDesign]

Your ISPs modem and router isn't necessarily the most up-to-date equipment. They tend to reuse equipment from customer to customer. You would get the most out of your internet service by buying your own modem and router. Get them separately and not as a combo. Make sure the modem you choose is compatible with your ISP. When it comes to modems, I would recommend the Motorola Surfboard series. When it comes to routers, I would recommend Linksys or Netgear routers.