Wi-Fi 7 on Verizon Fios
Verizon's own Fios Router tops out at Wi-Fi 6E today, so for true Wi-Fi 7 use your own router into the ONT's Ethernet port. On sub-gig Fios plans the upgrade is mostly future-proofing.
- Connection
- Fibre
- Their gateway
- Fios Router (latest CR1000 series)
- Gateway Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 6E on the current Fios Router
- Use your own router?
- Yes
Using your own router
Fios works fine with your own router connected to the ONT via Ethernet — no cable-style modem needed.
Step by step
- Find your ONT's Ethernet output (often already feeding the Fios Router).
- Connect a Wi-Fi 7 router to that Ethernet port.
- Return the rented Fios Router if you no longer need it, to drop the fee.
Our pick for Verizon Fios
Asus RT-BE96U
Most people who want one powerful router without a subscription.
Best Wi-Fi 7 routers for Verizon Fios
All three work with Verizon Fios — see the compatibility notes above for how they connect.
Best overall for Verizon Fios Asus RT-BE96UMost people who want one powerful router without a subscription. | from $450 Check price → |
Budget pick Netgear Nighthawk RS300A first Wi-Fi 7 router for a gigabit plan without overspending. | from $330 Check price → |
Premium / whole-home pick Netgear Orbi 970Very large homes where coverage and speed matter more than price. | from $1500 Check price → |
Prices approximate and move often. See the full Wi-Fi 7 router rankings for every model we track.
Provider hardware and policies change frequently and vary by market and plan. Confirm the current gateway and bring-your-own-router rules with Verizon Fios before purchasing.