: Best for large homes with Wi-Fi dead zones. You can place multiple nodes around the house to ensure a seamless signal from the basement to the attic. 4. How to Make the Switch
If you have , it’s more complicated. The TV boxes need a "MoCA" connection (internet over Coax) for the channel guide and On-Demand features. To use your own router with TV, you will need to buy a MoCA Adapter (approximately $60) to bridge the signal. 3. Recommended Routers for Fios
Take the Verizon router to a Verizon store or a UPS shipping point. Keep your receipt/tracking number —Verizon is notorious for "forgetting" you returned it. The Verdict
Stop Renting: Why You Should Buy Your Own Fios Router If you look at your monthly Verizon Fios bill, you’ll likely see a "Router Rental" fee of around . Over two years, that’s over $430 spent on hardware you don’t even own.
: A fantastic "bang-for-your-buck" Wi-Fi 6 router. It handles Gigabit speeds easily and offers great range for medium-sized homes.
If you have Internet-only service, you can plug any standard router (TP-Link, ASUS, Netgear, Eero) directly into the Ethernet port of the Verizon ONT (the white box on your wall).