My ranking of networking equipment I am currently using so far are Mikrotik (I have the Cloud Router Switch and Switch), Asus (RT-AC5300 & 87U

While these are listed by the manufacturer as switches, and can run as very smart Layer 3 switches (with some Layer 7 firewall capability), they are also very capable routers

You want a fast router for gigabit with 24 gigabit ports

If you have the skills, then this is a very fast router that will give excellent enterprise class operation for consumer level dollars!

There are less expensive routers that can easily load open source Linux firmware

I really love the router OS from MikroTik

Solid router/switch.

Without a doubt, the best router for your money is Mikrotik

If you want something a bit exotic, complex, that functions more as a very expensive router or switch, you can do that too

Formidable router with mind bending granular control, and the price can't be beat

CRS in MikroTik is Cloud Router Switch