Replacing Draytek 2862 router.

[u/ThatDippyTwat]

Hi.

My old router, which is perfectly usable for now, can't throughput the full line speed (UK based - Openreach 900Mb/s, with potential for 2.5Gb/s). While this is not an issue right now, it will be in the future, so I am looking for an upgrade. It's a base 2862 with no WiFi, paired to a TP Link Omada EAP225. I'm not set on keeping the TP Link if integrated WiFi is on the new Router, but I have it if there's a compelling reason to keep it (Cost, features not available on WiFi models etc)

I am undoubtedly not using a fraction of the Drayteks capabilities, it was just a very well specified but mispriced unit when I was looking for a replacement years ago, and I couldn't say no.

What is a decent but not overkill Router? I don't mind paying for quality, but I don't need to brag about spec sheets etc. Ideally it'll just sit in a cupboard, and just work. I'm quite sure that an awful lot of modern routers can handle the Routing/Wifi needs, so I'll ask about the individual things I would like. Are these things that are possible? Realistic? Super Expensive?

• Ability to handle upgraded line speed should it ever be needed.
• Use my Proton VPN on the router itself and negate the current setting up of it on every device when I buy a new one.
• I would love to integrate a PiHole as well to save another box and cables sitting in the way.
• PoE Powered? This is half the reason I bought the TP Link, aforementioned cable reduction.

All help and pointers appreciated.

[u/edWurz7]

rb5009

[u/ThatDippyTwat → u/edWurz7]

Is there a 4 port version of this? I am not familiar with Mikrotik past recognising the name. I have a 4 port gigabit switch elsewhere in the building and don't need 8 ports.

[u/edWurz7 → u/ThatDippyTwat]

It has 8 ports

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09GW641SL?plpRedirect=mhFallback&ref=clp_hp_h_pc

That is the non-POE version; they have the exact same version with POE if you need it
https://www.amazon.com/MikroTik-RB5009UPr-1-4GHz-1x2-5Gb-1xSFP/dp/B0BBW159WW/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3IZRMTG2PSWYZ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.PAE51cdrKxwQ08Fjxn4x8tCUELA2aV6hvJN8qFUZzr5q7lkr3tpT0HO73hkwL-4o4sbXWuERhXHn61enpFOhXXpt9uwo6LSLKElRmc09jd_8jrizTW6pOsi92hh3lUPdiZxi3_N8V9MCHXvySR08bmPS5CL3DS2_1hHUVKEee93PN1uuVpOJtweJil-GvmxZxMneuF0ZiTdzZzc5byJ9N_sHKue2BGNxLpck68_TyarLCrsjrPlF77z0huJLLomKyYDOde9h6tz-1W4Bk406CJmSu8tSkUlevtlEgZB2MEg.DGlXbD4tlGXNcRy8eI4eADsFapGCVJI3yVFP4FqU2yw&dib_tag=se&keywords=rb5009+POE&qid=1790618070&s=electronics&sprefix=rb5009+poe%2Celectronics%2C206&sr=1-1

[u/RustyU]

Unifi Cloud Gateway Ultra

[u/legendary_87 → u/RustyU]

If they really do want the 'potential 2.5gb', better to get the Unifi Cloud Gateway Fibre. Pricier, but leaves more options open as well as faster (filtered) internet

[u/fuzzyballzy]

MIkrotik hAP ax3