What features/advantages come with more expensive routers the next level up from SOHO?
With the wide range of features available in consumer-grade NAT routers it’s hard to make a generalization. But from what we’ve seen, there aren’t many features the average consumer would need that aren’t available in ‘consumer’ grade routers. That said, the extra money you pay for ‘next level’ routers can buy you a better warranty, more knowledgeable tech support and pure routing (not NAT) and management features more suited for use in networks containing multiple routers. But chances are, you’ll also be paying for the privilege of having that ‘next level’ manufacturer’s name on the box, too.
