Broadband providers in Germany frequently upsell rental routers for 4.99 € to 9.99 € every month. Over a standard 24-month contract, that adds up to over €120–€240 in unnecessary equipment fees. Here is how to get a 0 € high-speed router included or choose a Fritz!Box that pays for itself.
1. The Router Rental Trap
Rented Router
- ❌ €4.99–€9.99 extra on every monthly bill
- ❌ Mandatory return shipping when moving
- ❌ You never own the hardware
0 € Included / Purchased
- ✅ Vodafone Station included at 0 € rental cost
- ✅ Buying a router pays for itself in 6–12 months
- ✅ Superior Wi-Fi coverage with Fritz!Box Mesh
2. The 0 € Vodafone Station Promotion
In current promotional deals, Vodafone includes the Wi-Fi 6 Vodafone Station router at no rental fee on all cable broadband tariffs. For newcomers and budget-conscious households, this avoids any extra hardware fees completely.
3. Best Fritz!Box Models for Power Users
- Fritz!Box 7590 AX (DSL): The undisputed benchmark for German DSL lines with ultra-stable dual-band Wi-Fi 6.
- Fritz!Box 6660 / 6690 (Cable): Top-tier performance for high-speed cable connections with integrated 2.5 Gbps LAN ports.
4. Quick Setup Guide
Once delivered by DHL, connect the coaxial cable to your cable wall outlet. Plug in power, wait until the 'Internet' LED turns steady white, and connect your phone or laptop using the printed Wi-Fi credentials on the bottom sticker.