Top ADSL2+ modems

If you're looking for a new ADSL2+ modem that will be quick and reliable, consider these models in our top 5. Note that most of these products also have routers built in, and we've selected them on purpose because all-in-one devices such as these are much easier to set up and use -- especially for inexperienced users -- rather than separate modems that then need to be attached to routers in order to share the Internet connection.

The Fritz!Box 7390 is not only a modem, but also a fully-featured wireless router. It's arguably the best networking device on the Australian market and we found it to be super-reliable and well performing during our test period. It's our number one recommendation.

The Fritz!Box is fairly pricey though, so we've also included Billion's 7700N in our list, which is an inexpensive yet well performing ADSL2+ router. Along the same lines are the ASUS DSL-N10 and TP-Link's TD-W8950ND, which are simple and do their job well.

Netgear's N600 is also included, but like the Fritz!Box, it's a hefty investment. We like it because it also offers very good storage sharing features.

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1. Fritz!Box 7390 ADSL2+ modem/router

The Fritz!Box 7390 will dazzle you with the huge array of features that it offers. It's definitely a model that will please enthusiast users, but also consumers who want a no-fuss set-up for their home networking needs. It's better than ...

Review Date: 8th June, 2011

RRP: $ 399.00

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2. Netgear N600 (DGNDG3700) dual-band wireless router

With a built-in ADSL2+ modem, dual-band wireless networking, Gigabit Ethernet, as well as hard drive sharing features, the Netgear N600 is almost a perfect networking device for home and small business users.

Review Date: 6th July, 2011

RRP: $ 299.00

4.00

3. Billion Wireless-N ADSL2+ Firewall Router (BiPAC 7700N)

For around $70, the Billion BiPAC 7700N represents excellent value for money. It's a tiny unit that houses an ADSL2+ modem, a 4-port 10/100 Ethernet switch and an 802.11n (300Mbps) Wi-Fi access point. It performed well, and reliably, in our ...

Review Date: 8th June, 2011

RRP: $ 70.00

Best Buy

4.00

4. ASUS DSL-N10 ADSL2+ modem router

The ASUS DSL-N10 ADSL2+ modem router is simple to set up and use, and it's very affordable. For only $79, you'd be forgiven for thinking it might not be a top performer, but it actually did perform well in our ...

Review Date: 21st Feb., 2011

RRP: $ 79.00

Best Buy

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5. TP-Link TD-W8950ND wireless modem/router

If you're looking for a cheap, all-in-one ADSL2+ modem/router, the TP-Link TD-W8950ND is probably the best you'll find. It was fast and reliable during our test period, and it also looks quite nice. However, you do need to know what ...

Review Date: 29th Sept., 2010

RRP: $ 70.00

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