VPN Passthrough Routers for Seamless Security

Your VPN Works Great—Until Your Router Says “Nope”

You’ve installed your VPN. You’re ready to browse safely, stream globally, and game with peace of mind. But suddenly… connection drops, speeds tank, or certain services just stop working. The culprit? Your router. Without proper passthrough support, even the best VPN can’t do its job. Let’s dive into VPN passthrough routers for seamless security—so your connection stays smooth and encrypted across every device. 🔒🚀

What Is VPN Passthrough, and Why Does It Matter?

VPN passthrough allows encrypted VPN traffic to flow through your router to your VPN client—whether it’s on your PC, smartphone, or work laptop. Without this feature, older or budget routers may block, misroute, or slow down those encrypted packets.

Most VPNs use protocols like:

• PPTP (older, faster, less secure)
• L2TP/IPSec (moderate speed, higher encryption)
• OpenVPN (widely used, strong security)

Your router needs to support these protocols—or at least pass them through—to ensure stable VPN connections.

Many modern wireless routers at Evetech come with this built-in, along with QoS and dual-band optimisation.

Why Gamers and Streamers Should Care 🎯

If you're using a VPN for geo-routing game servers, blocking DDoS threats, or accessing streaming libraries, router compatibility becomes crucial. Without passthrough:

• Your game pings can spike or stall
• Some services may get blocked entirely
• Device-wide protection becomes inconsistent

With passthrough enabled, your VPN works as intended—no need to disable your firewall or set up dodgy DMZ settings.

Looking to upgrade your whole network? Start by checking compatible network switches that complement VPN-ready routers for full-home or office setups.

TP-LINK Archer BE230 | BE3600 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router / NET-ARCHER-BE230

R2199.00In Stock

TP-Link Tri-Band WiFi 7 BE22000 Whole Home Mesh System (Deco BE85) | 12-Stream 22 Gbps 2× 10G + 2.5G Ports Wired Backhaul, 8× High-Gain Antennas VPN, AI-Roaming, 4×4 MU-MIMO, HomeShield(2-Pack) / NET-DECO-BE85-2PK

R20999.00In Stock

Cudy Wrs + Bt5.0 5400Mbps PCI-E 5.0 Ext (AX5400) / Intel WiFi 6/WiFi 6E Module Inside / Compatible with 802.11ax/ac/a/b/g/n / WE3000S

R699.00In Stock

TP-Link Deco Voice X20 AX1800 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System with Alexa Built-In, Dual-Band Wi-Fi, Gigabit Ports, Coverage up to 4000 ft2 ,1.5 GHz Quad-Core CPU, HomeShield Security, Pack of 3

R7499.00In Stock

TP-LINK TL-MR105 300Mbps Wireless N 4G LTE Router / Connect Up to 32 Wi-Fi Devices / Plug & Play with SIM Card Compatibility / Up to 150 Mbps Speeds / NET-ARCHER-MR105

R899.00In Stock

Cudy AC1300 High Gain WiFi USB3.0 Adapter with High Gain Antenna / WU1400

R299.00In Stock

Features to Look for in a VPN-Friendly Router 🔧

When shopping for a router that plays nice with VPNs, keep an eye out for:

• PPTP / L2TP passthrough support
• OpenVPN client support (bonus if you want router-level VPN)
• Gigabit Ethernet ports for maximum speed
• Dual or tri-band Wi-Fi for seamless multi-device use
• Built-in firewall with rule control

Passthrough alone won’t make your connection faster—but it prevents avoidable bottlenecks. Pair this with a high-speed fibre line, and you’re sorted.

Setup Tips: Maximise Your Passthrough Performance

Once you’ve got the right hardware, ensure these settings are dialled in:

• Enable VPN passthrough in the router config menu
• Disable NAT acceleration if needed (some VPNs require this)
• Set static DNS (Cloudflare or Google) for speed and privacy
• Use wired Ethernet where possible to avoid Wi-Fi congestion

Still unsure which setup is best for your space? Explore Evetech’s entire networking section to compare router specs, price points, and features suited for South African users.

Final Thought: Privacy Shouldn’t Come with Ping

Whether you're protecting sensitive data, spoofing your Steam location, or just want a smoother Netflix catalogue—VPNs are part of modern digital life. But without proper passthrough support, your router can ruin the experience before it starts.

Choose a router that lets your VPN work, not one that fights it.