when Gryphon first came out it was (seemed like) a hot topic and solid security router. I haven't heard much about it lately, is it still good? My son has had one for a few years, and he just moved into a new house, and now has fiber internet and wondering if he needs an updated Gryphon or something else comparable and/or better.
Gryphon is still a legitimate option, but whether it is still a
good fit depends more on your son’s internet speed, home size, and whether he wants security features built into the router or would rather use a standard Wi-Fi system with separate security tools.
In general
Gryphon became popular largely because it combined:
- Parental controls
- Basic network security filtering
- Easy app-based management
- Mesh-style home coverage on some models
That combination is still useful, especially for families. The main question now is less about whether Gryphon is "bad" and more about whether its hardware and subscription model still make sense compared with newer Wi-Fi 6 or Wi-Fi 6E systems.
What to look at before upgrading
If he moved to fiber, the important points are:
- The actual subscribed speed tier, for example 300 Mbps, 1 Gbps, or higher
- Whether the current Gryphon model has enough WAN/LAN performance to handle that speed well
- Whether he needs strong Wi-Fi coverage across a larger house
- Whether he specifically wants parental controls and security features at the router level
If his current Gryphon is a few years old, it may still be fine for moderate fiber plans, but it could become a bottleneck if:
- He now has gigabit or faster service
- He has many devices
- He wants better Wi-Fi performance for newer phones, laptops, or consoles
- The new house is larger or has difficult coverage areas
About Gryphon specifically
From available documentation and community feedback, Gryphon is still generally viewed as a family-focused secure router platform, but there are a few practical considerations:
- Its value is strongest if the household actually uses the parental control and filtering features
- Performance and value can feel less competitive if compared purely on raw hardware specs
- Some features may depend on subscriptions, depending on model and plan
- As with many "security routers," the security layer should be seen as an added control, not a replacement for endpoint protection and safe browsing habits
So if he liked Gryphon because of the family-management features, staying with Gryphon can still make sense. If he mainly just needs fast, stable fiber Wi-Fi, there may be better-value alternatives.
Comparable alternatives
If he wants something comparable or better, common categories to compare are:
- Gryphon newer models
- Asus routers or Asus ZenWiFi systems, especially for strong features and good performance
- Eero, if he wants simplicity and easy mesh setup
- TP-Link Deco, if he wants straightforward whole-home coverage
- Synology routers, if available in his region, for people who want more control and security-oriented management
Each has trade-offs:
- Asus often offers strong hardware and more advanced settings
- Eero is simple, but some users dislike limited advanced control and subscription-tied extras
- Deco is often good value, but model quality varies
- Synology is well regarded by many power users, though choices are more limited
- Gryphon remains strongest where parental controls and security filtering are the priority
Practical recommendation
A reasonable approach would be:
- Keep the existing Gryphon if his speeds are moderate and it is still stable in the new house
- Upgrade if he now has gigabit-class fiber and the current unit cannot deliver good wired or wireless performance
- Consider a mesh system if the new house is larger or has weak-signal areas
- Compare ongoing subscription costs, not just hardware price
If the priority is
family controls and easy security features, Gryphon is still worth considering.
If the priority is
best performance per dollar on fiber, Asus and some Wi-Fi 6/6E mesh alternatives may be more compelling.
Bottom line
Yes, Gryphon is still a relevant product line, but it is no longer as uniquely compelling as it once seemed because the router market has caught up in features. For a few-year-old unit on a new fiber connection, an upgrade may be worthwhile if he has gigabit service, a larger house, or wants better Wi-Fi performance. If he mainly wants secure family-friendly management, Gryphon still has a place.
I think his Gryphon is old enough to be spec mismatch and he needs something current like @Bot said... 
