Old linksys with ddwrt died and made me looking for new router.
Short choice in stores is the major problem. So far, tp-link archer,
C7 AC1750 seems to be the best solution.
I still have to check out version of device. Is this ac1750 good
or bad? I assume I have to install ddwrt first, then install back
original tp-link firmware, then finally install openwrt?
Is there any better choice for home user? G only, up to 3 nodes
on wires. I will take time to read a bit more, for sure.
Best regards all.

I got my wrt1900ac v2 for $80 from Linksys, you can get the acsV2 for $100.

If G only, i think you could go N, as most devices är G/N since 09. I get a strong 80% of my rated download speeds all through my 2 story house on the 2.4ghz band. With the latest stock firmware. 2.5ghz channel is 30 db from behind my 65" tv as i sit 2 m away facing it. There is no other router that strong without modding power tables. That and it running cool and ultra stable, is why I chose such a router. Unfortunately the firmware is a bit cumbersome but managable. May hold off on any open wrt or Untangled builds until another year or so, when things level off and are fixed.

IMO modding power tables is the wrong way to go about it. If needing to expand range a simple extender will do the trick and not mess with neighbors.  If everyone boosted their outputs you would not see improvements to do so.

Always try to keep signals mounted high as possible, more range without needing boost. That's why I mounted my router upstairs in our Tv room, which is a converted bedroom. Also it is over the largest used area of the house for coverage. The only limitations are garage and 3rd bathroom, located at the far corner of the house.

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Smaller flat, in my case.
I have older devices, all are G. Cannot say if I might get that linksys.
Atheros would be fine, I assume it is broadcom. Or not.
I'm open for further advices. The point would be if I could manage to
get them here locally.
Best regards.

I probably could get tp-link 1043nd. Still have to check out what
version it is. Price is at the half of ac1750! Any good?

If you have neighbors, buying a dual band unit is good for the future as you're going to eventually want to move out of the crowded 2.4 band.  If you don't have interference issues then a single band router like the 1043 is fine.  Definitely avoid anything with Broadcom chips.  Depending on your ISP speed you may not need gigabit Ethernet.

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