Secure all your devices with the best routers that work with VPNs

Once thought of as solely the choice for those conducting nefarious activities, it now just makes sense for everyone to have an extra layer of security with a VPN when browsing online, especially when doing things like checking online banking accounts. Without a VPN, your data is effectively open to anyone because it's not encrypted. While most people don't have to worry too much about being spied on, it's still a risk that's not worth taking. Circumventing it by installing a VPN really doesn't take much effort. It's simple enough to find a good quality VPN — such as ExpressVPN or Private Internet Access — before setting it up with your devices. Read more...More about Tech, Vpn, Routers, Mashable Shopping, and Consumer Tech IMAGE: Amazon BEST FOR FEATURES Linksys WRT 3200 ACM Open source firmware with plenty of features makes this the ideal router for all VPN users. Frequency: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz Data transfer rate: 2,160 Mbps Processor: 1.8 GHz dual-core Ports: 5 ethernet ports, 1 USB 3.0 port, 1 USB 2.0 port £199.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST FOR PERFORMANCE Asus RT-AC86U Fast and reliable performance makes the Asus RT-AC86U an appealing option, but don't be surprised if its firmware feels overly complicated. Frequency: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz Data transfer rate: 2,900 Mbps Processor: 1.8 GHz dual-core Ports: 4 ethernet ports, 1 USB 3.0 port, and 1 USB 2.0 port £156.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST FOR A LARGE HOUSEHOLD ASUS RT-AC5300 The Asus RT-AC5300 is an unusual looking device that's impressively powerful. Frequency: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz Data transfer rate: 5,300 Mbps Processor: 1.4 GHz dual-core Ports: 4 ethernet ports, 1 USB 3.0 port £488 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST FOR TIGHT BUDGETS TP-Link Archer C7 AC1750 A decent VPN router doesn't have to cost a fortune if you don't mind cutting back on some features. Frequency: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz Data transfer rate: 1,750 Mbps Processor: 750 MHz processor Ports: 4 ethernet ports, 1 USB 2.0 port £72.97 from Amazon IMAGE: Currys PC World BEST FOR APP Netgear Nighthawk R7000 Netgear comes equipped with OpenVPN for easy VPN client installation. Frequency: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz Data transfer rate: 1,900 Mbps Processor: 1 GHz dual-core Ports: 4 ethernet ports, 1 USB 3.0 port, 1 USB 2.0 port £139.99 from Currys PC World