Routers in our range connect a local network to the internet or to other networks, and suit small businesses, remote sites and IT teams that need managed routing. The selection is small and built around two makers: Teltonika, known for industrial and cellular routers, and Juniper, known for enterprise network routing.
How to choose a router
Connection type. Check how the router will reach the internet: Ethernet or fibre through an existing modem, or a SIM card for mobile data. Cellular routers make sense where no fixed line exists, for example site cabins, vehicles or a backup link. If you choose one, confirm that the 4G or 5G support matches the networks available where it will be installed.
Throughput and ports. Look at the routing throughput the manufacturer states, not only the port speed, because a Gigabit port does not guarantee Gigabit routing once a firewall or VPN is active. Count the Ethernet ports you need and check whether you want SFP ports for fibre or for longer cable runs. Enterprise routers usually offer more and faster interfaces than small-site models.
Security and VPN. Check which VPN protocols the router supports, such as IPsec, OpenVPN or WireGuard, and whether it includes a built-in firewall. If you connect several branches or remote workers, the number of simultaneous tunnels it can handle matters as much as the protocol.
Management and software. Decide how many devices you will look after. A router that can be configured and monitored through a central platform saves site visits when you run more than a few units. Also find out how long the manufacturer provides firmware updates, and whether any features need a separate licence.
Power and mounting. Industrial routers are often powered from a wide DC input and mounted on a DIN rail, which suits cabinets and machinery. Enterprise routers are normally rack-mounted and run from mains power. Choose the format that matches the place where the router will actually sit.
Router brands we carry
- Teltonika: the networking arm of this Lithuanian group, Teltonika Networks, is known for industrial cellular routers and for its Remote Management System, which lets you monitor many devices from one place.
- Juniper: Juniper Networks is known for its Junos operating system and for routing and security equipment used in enterprise and service provider networks.
Routers sit alongside network switches in the catalogue, so if you also need extra wired ports for the devices behind the router, the neighbouring switch category is the place to look.
Router FAQ
What is the difference between a router and a switch?
A router connects separate networks, for example your office network and the internet, and decides where traffic should go. A switch connects devices within one network and passes data between them. Many setups use both: the router at the edge and a switch behind it to add more wired ports.
Do I need a cellular router?
You need one if there is no fixed broadband line at the location, or if you want a mobile data connection as a backup. A cellular router takes a SIM card and shares that connection with the devices on your network. If a wired connection is available and stable, a standard Ethernet router is usually enough.
What is an industrial router?
An industrial router is built for harsher conditions than an office model, typically with a wide power input range, DIN rail mounting and a wider operating temperature range. It is often used for remote monitoring, vehicles, energy sites and machinery. Teltonika is a well-known maker of this type of router.
Can a router provide backup internet?
Many business routers can switch to a second connection automatically if the main one fails, which is called failover. A common arrangement is a fixed line as the main link and a cellular connection as the backup. Check the product specification to confirm that failover is supported before you buy.
