{"id":1390,"date":"2020-04-21T08:31:00","date_gmt":"2020-04-21T08:31:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.domainnamesanity.com\/blog\/?p=1390"},"modified":"2020-04-23T05:27:30","modified_gmt":"2020-04-23T05:27:30","slug":"how-long-does-a-wireless-router-last","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.domainnamesanity.com\/blog\/how-long-does-a-wireless-router-last\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Does a Wireless Router Last?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"1390\" class=\"elementor elementor-1390\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-230899b0 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"230899b0\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7ff48571\" data-id=\"7ff48571\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-48deb20 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"48deb20\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"breadcrumbs-bar\"><nav class=\"blog-breadcrumbs\">\n<ul>\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.domainnamesanity.com\/\">HOME<\/a><\/li>\n \t<li class=\"bc-2nd\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.domainnamesanity.com\/blog\/\">BLOG<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/nav><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1c29e94 elementor-widget elementor-widget-theme-post-title elementor-page-title elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1c29e94\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"theme-post-title.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">How Long Does a Wireless Router Last?<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d6ac49d elementor-widget elementor-widget-post-info\" data-id=\"d6ac49d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"post-info.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"elementor-inline-items elementor-icon-list-items elementor-post-info\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item elementor-repeater-item-d9c2fd9 elementor-inline-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text elementor-post-info__item elementor-post-info__item--type-custom\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBy Douglas Moore\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item elementor-repeater-item-6a0ea6c elementor-inline-item\" itemprop=\"datePublished\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text elementor-post-info__item elementor-post-info__item--type-date\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tApril 21, 2020\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-63f170a aff-disclosure elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"63f170a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Disclosure:<\/strong> As a member of the Amazon Associates program, we earn from qualifying purchases. Some links in this guide are affiliate links. We may get paid if you buy something or take an action after clicking one of these links, at no additional cost to you. It&#8217;s how we fund the work that it takes for us to create and maintain these guides.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-197d5d2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"197d5d2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><\/p><p>You\u2019re looking suspiciously at the old router in the corner of your living room, wondering if it\u2019s past its heyday. Maybe your recent relationship with the internet has been on-again-off-again. Maybe you\u2019re just wondering how much more mileage you can get out of that slightly dusty device. Or, you just bought a new wireless router with dual or tri-band frequencies, and are curious about how long it will stick around before having to deal with the headache of replacing it.<\/p><p>In short, the question circling in your mind is: <i>how long does a wireless router last?<\/i><\/p><p>The short answer would be, at least several years. But \u201cseveral years\u201d in this case can mean four years, but it can also mean more than ten. In theory, a wireless <a href=\"https:\/\/dfarq.homeip.net\/how-long-should-a-router-last-it-depends\/#ixzz6EyFOBXYD\">router could last you for decades<\/a>, considering that there\u2019s next to zero moving parts in the device. However, factors such as quality, maintenance, and the development of technology all play a part in the lifespan of a router.<\/p><p>So let\u2019s take a closer look at the lifespan of a wireless router, what affects its longevity, and what are the telltale signs that it\u2019s time to buy a new one.<\/p><h2>Do Routers Have a Lifespan?<\/h2><p>We already said that due to the next-to-zero amount of moving parts in a router, it could <i>technically<\/i> last you a long, long time. However, the general lifespan of a router is considered to be about five years, give or take, although this can change depending on each individual scenario.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_1393\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1393\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-1393\" src=\"https:\/\/www.domainnamesanity.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/how-long-does-wireless-router-last-1024x681.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.domainnamesanity.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/how-long-does-wireless-router-last-1024x681.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.domainnamesanity.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/how-long-does-wireless-router-last-300x199.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.domainnamesanity.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/how-long-does-wireless-router-last-768x511.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.domainnamesanity.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/how-long-does-wireless-router-last.jpeg 1053w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1393\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The lifespan of a wireless router depends on its maintenance, usage, and developments in technology.<\/figcaption><\/figure><p>The main factors that affect the lifespan of a router have more to do with how it\u2019s maintained, how much it\u2019s being used, and whether or not its technology becomes obsolete. This last bit is quite important, and we\u2019ll get into more details in a bit, but you could have a perfectly functioning router from the 90\u2019s that\u2019s no longer compatible with the latest Wi-Fi standards.\u00a0<\/p><p>Most of today\u2019s internet users use 2009\u2019s Wi-Fi 802.11n, or the latest standard, 802.11ac (a.k.a. Wi-Fi 5) that came out in 2014. Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/368332\/wi-fi-6-what%E2%80%99s-different-and-why-it-matters\/\">scheduled to arrive soon<\/a>, too, so that\u2019ll bring up a need for router updates for those that want to switch to higher internet data transfer rates, as Wi-Fi 6 is meant to be as fast as 9.6 Gbps.<\/p><h2>What Affects the Lifespan of a Wireless Router?<\/h2><p>Let\u2019s look at the factors that affect the lifespan of a wireless router a bit more closely.<\/p><h3>1. Evolving Technology<\/h3><p>Wireless network standards and internet data transfer speeds have changed over the years. The frequencies that Wi-Fi standards use have changed to improve user experience. Routers that came before 2009\u2019s 802.11n wireless standard don\u2019t offer the same quality of internet speed. So, the most commonly used standards today are 802.11n and 802.11ac.<\/p><p>The 802.11n standard uses both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequencies, while 802.11ac uses only the 5GHz frequency, which is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.data-alliance.net\/blog\/wifi-network-standards-80211ac-compared-to-80211n-80211g-80211a-and-80211b\/\">lot less congested than 2.4GHz<\/a>. Plus, 802.11ac supports MU-MIMO (multiple-input and multiple-output) technologies for simultaneous streaming better than 802.11n and employs beamforming, which ensures more efficient transmission.<\/p><p>So as you can see, there are already some advantages of the 802.11ac over the 802.11n that may prompt users to update their wireless router to support the 802.11ac wireless standard, or Wi-Fi 5.<\/p><p>Some households or offices that rely heavily on speedy and efficient internet data transfer may prefer to have dual-band or tri-band routers, especially if there are multiple users connected to the network. When considering <a href=\"https:\/\/www.domainnamesanity.com\/blog\/best-wifi-router-for-small-business-reviews\/\">a WiFi router for a small business<\/a>, you might need want a model that supports multiple networks so that you can have separate networks for staff and guests.<\/p><h3>2. Maintenance\u00a0<\/h3><p>A lot of the time, a well-maintained router can have a long lifespan, and simply become outdated by the evolving technology.<\/p><p>To increase your router\u2019s lifespan, you should keep it in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.techwalla.com\/articles\/how-long-do-routers-last\">dry environment out of direct sunlight<\/a>. Additionally, avoid frequently taking the cables in and out of the router, as it can lead to premature wear and tear.<\/p><h3>3. Usage<\/h3><p>Even though there are no moving parts, an overused router can begin heating up frequently and break sooner than you\u2019d wish. If there are multiple users hooked to your router simultaneously, or you often use a hard-wired connection for heavy data transfers, you should give your router a break every now and again, and allow it to cool down.<\/p><h2>How do I Know If I Need A New Wireless Router?<\/h2><p>Usually, either new technology will render your router obsolete or damage to the hardware will cause it to stop working properly.<\/p><p>In the first case, if you upgrade to a new internet plan or want to have the latest Wi-Fi standard which your old router doesn&#8217;t support, it\u2019s time to get a new router. Additionally, different routers have different area coverages. So if you move from a smaller to a larger residence, your old router may not reach every room as efficiently.<\/p><p>In the second scenario, you may notice loose ports, frayed power cords, or worse yet, a flailing internet connection. If your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2015\/10\/08\/technology\/personaltech\/if-your-wi-fi-is-terrible-check-your-router.html\">Wi-Fi network keeps dropping<\/a>, and you keep having to reset the router to get it back up, there\u2019s a good chance that it\u2019s time to replace it. Keep in mind that when buying a new router, you should be wary of the cheapest options &#8211; more often than not, you get what you pay for. A cheap router can mean cheap quality and a shorter, trouble-ridden lifespan.<\/p><p>Of course, we\u2019d advise against needless waste. If your router\u2019s working fine, but you have the hots for some new model that\u2019s only <i>slightly<\/i> better, think twice about the unnecessary pollution that you\u2019d be causing by throwing away a perfectly good router. Once you do decide to upgrade, find out what the e-waste disposal options are in your place of residence through the municipality or the local waste management service.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7848a6d aff-disclosure elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7848a6d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Domain Name Sanity is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"aawp-disclaimer\">Last updated on June 13, 2026. 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