Why you should ditch your telco's default router

Smart Home

25 Jan

Wifi issues? It’s time to upgrade your router and install a mesh system.

Family life remains at the heart of our homes, but modern demands have transformed how we live, work and play. Children now do homework on tablets, parents are working from home on Zoom, and teens are streaming content in HD — all under one roof. Our homes have become digital hubs that power every aspect of family life.

The default router that your telco sold you simply can’t handle it all anymore. Families need more bandwidth, better speeds and, most importantly: better security.

Is the default router from my telco any good?

Internet providers typically sell their own branded routers in the guise of convenience for you, the customer. These default routers offer only basic strength and security, and yet most people buy them because they’re “FREE” if you stick with the provider. In most cases, you’re overpaying for an inferior device. That’s their marketing game.

But the question is: Are you happy with your internet speed, reliability and security? Hardware plays a big role. You can have a high-speed plan running on inferior hardware. Your current router may not be suitable for your home.

Performance problems:

The average Brisbane home now manages 20+ connected devices. Modern homes, especially multi-story designs with concrete construction, create challenges for basic routers. Modern family also need more data for Zoom calls, HD streaming and gaming. With more people working from home (and kids at home during holidays), this creates a daily battle with dropped connections and frustrating speeds.

Security concerns:

Default routers create vulnerabilities in your home network. The default admin passwords and vulnerabilities for these mass devices are well known on the internet. This makes your home network an easier target for cyber criminals.

Another concern is the number of internet-connected ‘smart’ devices such as robot vacuums, digital picture frames and so on. These devices have their own known vulnerabilities making them a potential entry point for cyber criminals into your wifi network. A cheap/weak smart device paired with a default telco router is a cyber criminals best day.

Your family photos, work documents, and personal information deserve better protection…

The smart solution

If you’re done with bad internet and want to protect your family online — Electrical Embassy has a solution for you.

We install professional home internet networks that unlock:

Whole-home coverage
Robust security
Higher speeds
Better device management

Our system combines the best hardware and software (enterprise-grade), with the experience and qualifications of our team.

And it works with any Telco provider! That means you don’t have to sign up to 12/24 month contracts and you can switch providers when one doesn’t offer you the best value.

Experience a superior home internet network that just works

Your home deserves more than a basic router.

Feature	Default Telco Router	Our System
Security	Basic firewall, limited encryption, known default passwords and vulnerable to attacks	Robust security, built-in threat detection and (optional) malicious traffic blocking
Coverage	Limited range, struggles with concrete walls and multi-story	Whole-home coverage through strategic mesh placement
Performance	Handles 5-10 devices before slowing down	Supports 30 devices with consistent speeds
Management	Limited control	Full network control and device management, guest network, cloud management (optional)
Privacy	ISP can access router settings and data remotely	No ISP backdoor. Have complete privacy control
Support	Hopeless support from your telco, online forums for troubleshooting	Professional installation and local expert support
Future-Proof	Basic hardware that becomes outdated almost every year	Quality hardware and updated software that ready for future technologies
Cost	Upfront cost hidden within telco plan	Slightly higher initial investment but better long-term value and not locked into any telco plan