Top 5 TP-Link Wi-Fi Routers

A relatively budget model of the TP-Link Wi-Fi router with a simple configuration scheme and very decent functionality. It includes work with Wi-Fi printers, support for MESH, sharing, and VPN connections. At the same time, we note that this router is not “friendly” with all printers, and its coverage is designed for a small house or a maximum of a two-room apartment with thin partitions. There is a USB port for a flash drive and you can even try to set up a 3G / 4G modem, but its stability is not guaranteed. In addition, there are complaints in the reviews about the very long process of rebooting the router in case of a freeze.

Multifunctional router of the new generation with support for the Wi-Fi 6 standard (AX-802.11ax). This router is capable of transmitting data over Wi-Fi at speeds up to 5.4 Gbps, operates in two bands at the same time, and 6 powerful antennas will provide coverage for a large two-story house or large apartment. The gadget received a USB 3.2 port, has built-in media and an FTP server, a WPS button, and MESH support. Among the shortcomings, users note large dimensions, the presence of paid subscriptions to expand the settings menu items, the lack of a torrent tracker and the unstable operation of the whitelist option. In addition, there is information about possible conflicts when trying to install custom firmware.

Demanded mid-budget Wi-Fi router model from TP Link. It is distinguished by signal stability in an apartment or house in the presence of 2-3 obstacles, the option to connect a wireless modem, high-quality work of the parental control function and a convenient application for fine-tuning via phone, although the gadget is ready to work already with factory settings. At the same time, judging by the reviews, some functions are not so easy to configure, but most of all complaints about the slow loading of the router after turning on the power. Add to the disadvantages the lack of MESH technology, large dimensions and the use of an outdated type of USB port.

A popular model with a budget price tag. This router is among the gadgets with a high Wi-Fi signal strength, but at the same time it pleases with its stability, i.e. fits perfectly into a two- or three-room apartment, plus it shows itself well in country houses of a large area. The functionality here is not the best on the market, but key options, including parental controls, are present. True, the latter is often complained about in reviews due to periodic failures, but in general, the device justifies its cost and receives quite high marks from experts. If you need a simple but reliable Wi-Fi router, then I advise you to take a closer look at the TP-Link Archer C80.

The best TP-Link router in the segment of ultra-budget devices. This model confidently shares a Wi-Fi signal within a small apartment or a one-story house, while it can work in two 5 GHz bands simultaneously, plus, due to MU-MIMO support, it stably keeps in touch with 5-6 devices simultaneously connected to both frequencies. The exact positioning of the wi fi signal is provided by Beamforming technology, which changes direction without the need to “twist” the antennas. Among the shortcomings, the probability of glitches in the base firmware stands out, so the manufacturer recommends updating it immediately. Also note that due to the budget, there is no USB and support for the ability to build MESH systems.