TP-Link Archer Wi-Fi 6 Router

The TP-Link Archer AX10 (AX1500) is a barebones $80 Wi-Fi 6 router that delivers solid 5GHz performance.

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  Affordable, Good 5GHz throughput and signal range in testing

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  Doesn't support 160MHz channel width, No anti-malware tools, Lacks USB and multi-gig LAN ports, So-so 2.4GHz performance in testing

The TP-Link Archer AX10 is one of the most affordable routers on the market. Period. It brings the cost of Wi-Fi 6 to below that of many Wi-Fi 5 routers. But it’s not a cheap router. Instead, among those I’ve worked with, it’s one of the most dependable.

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  Affordable, Excellent performance for the specs, Easy to set up and use

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  Subdued feature set, no USB port, No support for the 160 MHz channel bandwidth

As Wi-Fi 6 slowly becomes the new wireless network standard, companies have now started releasing devices that support it that range from smart devices to network cards. Routers have also started offering support for Wi-Fi 6, ensuring that you have the best compatibility for future upgrades.

I would recommend connecting your laptop to the router for easy setup. Check your upload and download speed before installing router. Check you Internet provider plan speed. My download speed increased 7 times but my upload didn't increase much because my ISP didn't support a fast upload speed.

I use music, video streaming. I can run streaming on several tvs and phones simultaneously with no problems. Reaches every part of my house and no lag. Easy to install. I like the app. Makes it easier to configure. Be sure to do a firmware update as soon as you install.

I have used TP Link products for a while, but this one just misses the mark. Set up was super easy using the iOS App. After a couple weeks the 2.4 Ghz signal started dropping to ridiculously slow speeds. I made sure to restart, reset and reboot for no improvement. The 5Ghz signal remains fantastic.

I replaced a different brand that was about a year or so old. This router improved my speed quite a bit. Streaming is so much better than before. I will not go back to my previous brand after using this one. The speed would most likely be better if my devices support the new AX format.

WIFI 6 for sure! Using this as a wireless access point in my 2 story home. Added it to my Tp-Link AX6000 router and the setup was really simple and easy! Now I can add 30 additional devices to my WIFI 6 network, and believe me with all the devices we have in the house, this makes a difference!