DOCSIS, ADSL, VDSL???

ADSL :)

What/why do you want to upgrade?

• better wireless coverage? wireless ac?
• faster ethernet? gigabit ports?
• better user interface (GUI)?
• the option of upgrading to VDSL?

There is a huge range of ADSL/VDSL modems, so it would be helpful to know what you want/need.

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What/why do you want to upgrade?

 

• better wireless coverage? wireless ac?
• faster ethernet? gigabit ports?
• better user interface (GUI)?
• the option of upgrading to VDSL?

There is a huge range of ADSL/VDSL modems, so it would be helpful to know what you want/need.

 

this, they why makes a huge difference

Sideface:

 

What/why do you want to upgrade?

 

• better wireless coverage? wireless ac?
• faster ethernet? gigabit ports?
• better user interface (GUI)?
• the option of upgrading to VDSL?

There is a huge range of ADSL/VDSL modems, so it would be helpful to know what you want/need.

 

Stability: The connection sometimes cuts out, and I need to re-start the modem to get things working again

Better wireless and ethernet would be a bonus.

The option to upgrade to VDSL makes sense, though internet speed is not a problem at the moment. (fibre is still two years away)

Budget - looking for sub $200.

Assuming that you want a one-box modem/router:

Most of my recommendations are over your budget.

I'd go for:

ASUS DSL-AC52U ADSL/VDSL,Modem Router w/ Dual-Band Wireless-AC750, 1x Gigabit Wan, 4x Gigabit Lan, 1x USB,(Fibre Ready) - Great Wireless Coverage with 4 High Gain External Antenna  $219

Below $200:

The Bigpipe Modem is a Huawei HG659. $99 on joining.

See: The router guide - what is best

EDIT:  All this is assuming that your ADSL drop-outs are due to the modem - it may be a house wiring problem.