Cheapest option for just the blocking is as previously recommended. Get a Raspberry Pi and install Adguard on it (I just personally prefer it to pihole. The UI is cleaner and I find it easier to configure.) Then use a consumer router.
Best option I found and use is get that AliExpress mini PC (yes it's safe), get a home license for Untangle UTM, install that. Use the raspberry pi for Adguard (if you already have a NAS, most of them you can install Adguard on and just use that instead of a Pi). Lastly if you go with the mini PC router option you need wifi so go with a Unifi AP or a TP link AP.
I prefer the paid home license for Untangle UTM over pf/open sense only because I've found the QoS works much better on it and the UI is just perfect.
Cheapest option for just the blocking is as previously recommended. Get a Raspberry Pi and install Adguard on it (I just personally prefer it to pihole. The UI is cleaner and I find it easier to configure.) Then use a consumer router.
Best option I found and use is get that AliExpress mini PC (yes it's safe), get a home license for Untangle UTM, install that. Use the raspberry pi for Adguard (if you already have a NAS, most of them you can install Adguard on and just use that instead of a Pi). Lastly if you go with the mini PC router option you need wifi so go with a Unifi AP or a TP link AP.
I prefer the paid home license for Untangle UTM over pf/open sense only because I've found the QoS works much better on it and the UI is just perfect.