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TP-Link Deco X50 AX3000 Wi-Fi 6 Mesh Router 3pk $251, 2pk $188 + $8 Delivery/ $0 C&C @ The Good Guys Commercial (Membership Req)

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Missed out on the digidirect deal, but found The Good Guys Commercial have it for cheaper anyway. How to access TGCC.

I couldn't order online for Cairns but went in and they agreed to do $259 for me after asking what commercial price was, which I was happy enough with. Let me know if I should bother to dig out that receipt.

TGGC also has some alright looking prices on the VDSL, 4G, and 5G modem versions (1pk, no mesh nodes) if you're on FTTN or Mobile. Table of TGGC available X50 versions below.

Take note these do not have a web interface, they are app setup only, and I believe you need an internet connection to complete the setup. In saying that they're good value for money. Some relevant specs:

  • 2x2 MU-MIMO
  • AX3000
  • Wi-Fi 6
  • 3x Gigabit Ports
  • 12V 1.5A
  • 114x110x110 mm
Pack Price When bought with additional 2-pack
TP-Link Deco X50 router 3-pack $251 —
TP-Link Deco X50 router 2-pack $188 $376
TP-Link Deco X50-DSL VDSL modem/router all-in-one 1-pack $157 $348
TP-Link Deco 4G+ Gateway 1-pack $220 $408
TP-Link Deco 5G Gateway 1-pack $472 $660
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  • Zuelly on 12/07/2024 - 07:39

    Fark.

    Purchased this for a bit more a week ago..
    Good stuff, enjoy all

  • Lolitsjoel on 12/07/2024 - 07:46

    Were X50’s the ones everyone complains about?

    • Maths Debater on 17/07/2024 - 15:16

      Yep, plenty of complaints on Reddit regarding poor and inconsistent speed.

  • clucas on 12/07/2024 - 07:52

    This or the XE75?

  • McSquintus on 12/07/2024 - 08:35

    My router is now in the garage after the FTTP upgrade. Hmm, do I use this mesh system to get more coverage around the house or install ethernet ports to bring the router in? Decisions, decisions.

    • Zuelly on 12/07/2024 - 08:40

      How much does it cost to install those ethernet ports though… hmmm

      Decisions….

    • Lolitsjoel on 12/07/2024 - 08:46
      +7

      You can do both, have wired backhaul on the mesh routers

      • turkz1 on 12/07/2024 - 19:20
        -1

        This. I used mesh only on x20 without wired backhaul for a year and it worked flawlessly but eventually tried to play alyx on quest wirelessly and it was horrible. Shifted to wired backhaul and it resolved immediately. So I’d say mesh will be good for most but wired still performs much better.

    • fleezi on 12/07/2024 - 08:52

      As a renter whose NTD is in a detached garage, bring it into the house.

  • ShootingStar3388 on 12/07/2024 - 08:38

    These are good, purchased from a previous deal.

  • pepsicles on 12/07/2024 - 08:43

    Do these have separate networks for 2.4ghz and 5ghz?

    • cmyk on 12/07/2024 - 09:04
      +1

      I'm not technical so I'm not sure if they are separate but you can set up IOT using the app where devices using 2.4 uses the bandwidth. I have Xiaomi stuff that connects to them seamlessly. Setup is pretty easy for non tech people like me

    • EBC on 12/07/2024 - 10:04

      I think they do but I'm struggling to get some Inkbird devices to connect to it.

      When I go to connect one it shows my network in the 2.4GHz network list but won't connect. Not sure if I'm doing something wrong but it it has caused issues for me. May not for others though.

      • witheredcouch on 12/07/2024 - 16:10

        With some devices I have found forcing 2.4ghz on the router while setting up then re-enabling 5Ghz works well

    • Agret on 12/07/2024 - 10:23
      +3

      Yes, here's the steps to separate the networks.

      Open Deco app, tap on your network and then onto "Wi-Fi Settings"
      At the top where it says 2.4ghz & 5ghz network tap that.
      Tap on Advanced, change the band from 2.4ghz & 5ghz to either 2.4ghz or 5ghz only.

      Go back to the main screen and tap on Guest Network
      Tap Turn on Guest network, set a password then press Done
      On this screen change the SSID to like Yourname_24ghz or Yourname_5Ghz
      Tap where it says 2.4ghz & 5ghz network at the top
      Tap on Bands and change it to the opposite of what you picked from your main network
      Hit the back arrow in top left once
      Tap on Advanced and turn on "Allow local access" so that the guest network devices can see the whole network.

      • cmyk on 12/07/2024 - 17:39

        I did mine by selecting More tab, select IOT Network option, and just change the ssid and password. The default band is 2.4hz.
        It's works, wondering if your method has any advantages?

        • mjwills on 12/07/2024 - 21:24

          Using 5Ghz as main and the IOT (and only the IOT) as 2.4Ghz will save you lots of hassles. It is often suggested in Deco forums etc.

          Make sure they are separate SSIDs etc.

  • 87percent on 12/07/2024 - 09:00
    +1

    Any chance someone has gone from Google wifi to these and noticed a difference??

    • BarryBargain88 on 12/07/2024 - 09:30
      +1

      Google wifi trash compared to these. Any deco can be linked too which adds flexibility. I have two outdoor units in my network. So good

    • dingleberries on 12/07/2024 - 09:52

      As a Google wifi owner, I am currently researching deco to change over

    • sabbyy on 12/07/2024 - 11:16

      Also a google wifi owner, recently changed over to 1Gbps through opticomm, Google wifi keeps throttling speeds, when i bypass the router I'm getting full speeds. I update DNS/other settings, speed increases dramatically, then a few hours later gets throttled. Looked online and this is a very common issue that hasn't been resolved. Absolutely hate the google wifi.

      Only thing putting me off getting the Deco is that I don't want to go to another router which doesn't have a web interface.

      • iuselect on 12/07/2024 - 13:46

        Only thing putting me off getting the Deco is that I don't want to go to another router which doesn't have a web interface.

        this was my biggest gripe with the google nest router, if the google home app is buggy then it's a really shit experience trying to manage things. While the X50 doesn't have a full blown web interface, the web interface it does have is mostly informational (you can view network map, wireless config and some very basic system settings and logging.

    • iuselect on 12/07/2024 - 13:41
      +1

      I had google routers and had so many issues with the devices connected to the mesh point over time where throughput would absolutely deteriorate (was forced to physically reboot the mesh point to fix it). the app sucks to manage the WAN connection, if you jump between ISP's and need to change from PPPoE to DHCP, then google home app is just really jank in trying to actually update it.

      the final nail in the coffin was when my 100mbit speed was being throttled for whatever reason, all the way down to 60mbit.

      I got these x50's and while it's not perfect, it's far, far better. Having the option to do wired backhaul is also really handy if you have ethernet in the house (google router had ONE spare ethernet which was really annoying), where as each of these points have 3x ethernet. The app is fairly easy to use as well and it isn't as jank trying to update your WAN settings. I do get occasional restarts where everything goes down maybe like once or twice a week so I'm not sure what that is about.

      • Thunder-wolf on 12/07/2024 - 14:12

        I had the same issue. Google nest wifi just randomly decided my phone doesn't require full bandwidth and capped it at 20mbps down 5 up. I had 50mbps back then. It was horrible. And, I understand the pain of switching ISPs, I had to reset my network few times. I got X55 and it has been great. Only thing I didn't like is ethernet backhaul was slower than wireless. Locally I would get 450mbps wirelessly, but when wired I would get less than 200. Haven't fixed it as of yet.

  • Hugh G Rection on 12/07/2024 - 09:00

    how are these compared to AX55 ASUS RT-AX1800 Dual Band WiFi 6 (802.11ax) Router?

    Don't know if this would be an upgrade or downgrade for me.

    Regards,

  • cmyk on 12/07/2024 - 09:06
    +1

    Just installed this last week and they're pretty good. moved from wifi5 with 3 mesh units to now needing only 2 for single story home. Should've gone for the 2 pack

    • bananabendera on 12/07/2024 - 09:44
      +2

      Yep, same. I'm in a Queenslander and I get great reception all-round the house even with just one of these units. Bought the 3-pack just in case. Might be useful in a future move anyway.

  • BargainBragster on 12/07/2024 - 09:10

    I am only on 100/20 plan with more and recently bought AX1800 3-pack. Havent opened the box yet though so could do change of mind. With my previous setup of FTTP, router next to NBN box and two extenders in place i still see coverage drop little bit in some parts of the single story house and also for some reason my max speed is only 70-80mbps everytime i run a speedtest even if on wifi or ethernet connected. What could be the issue? And would i benefit more with AX1800 or AX3000? Difference in deal price between both would be roughly 60-70$. So i believe i need a setup more for coverage than speed but want to atleast get the full bandwidth and not just 80% of it.

    • Hugh G Rection on 12/07/2024 - 09:19

      im on the same plan, and i use AX55 ASUS RT-AX1800 Router. i am in a one store with lots of walls, and i get full speed everywhere in my house. my router is at the back corner of my house, and i get signal all the way to the front corners of my house at max speed. i figured i probably don't need to upgrade since my router can handle WiFi 6 (802.11ax) (5GHz) : up to 1.2 Gbps, and at most i would only upgrade to the 250 speed nbn, so its is still overkill i think.

      i just did a speed test all over my house, and i am getting
      107mb next to my router back right of house
      108mb at the furthest point from my router. front left of house
      107mb from the the 2nd furthest corner to my router front right of house

      maybe i don't need to upgrade, lol

      • freefall101 on 12/07/2024 - 10:10
        +1

        It'll cost you money, waste your time and not give you anything better. Definitely not worth it. Just think about how annoying it is to reconnect every device to a new wifi network.

        I'm looking at upgrading because I'm on gigabit and only getting 20MBps on my main machine with a wifi 5 router, and I'm still wondering if I can be bothered doing it.

        • Hugh G Rection on 12/07/2024 - 10:13

          i was thinking of upgrading my internet too, but don't see a reason why i should since i get zero lag with everyone on the wifi. if videos are buffering all the time, i would upgrade, but i never have to wait on anything, so i guess i won't be upgrading as my internet isn't struggling.

          • Agret on 12/07/2024 - 10:27

            @Hugh G Rection: NBN are changing the 100mbps plan into a 500mbps plan over the next year so I guess just play the waiting game.

            https://ia.acs.org.au/article/2024/nbn-co-s-500mbps-is-the-n…

            We recently got upgraded to FTTP and opted for the 1gbps plan, I would be happy with the 250mbps plan except we had 100/40 previously and the 250mbps plan only has 20mbps upload, had to go for the full 1gbps just for the 40mbps upload as I WFH and uploading large stuff would take twice as long. When they bring out the 500/50 plan to replace the 100mbps plan I will definitely downgrade to that.

        • MagicMikez32 on 12/07/2024 - 10:22
          +3

          @freefall101 Why would you need to reconnect everything? Surely you would just retain the existing ssid and PW.

          • freefall101 on 12/07/2024 - 11:30
            +2

            @MagicMikez32: Apparently because I'm an idiot. For some reason that never occurred to me…

        • Agret on 12/07/2024 - 10:27
          +3

          Just think about how annoying it is to reconnect every device to a new wifi network.

          When you setup the new wifi device just change the network name and password to be the same as the old one and you don't have to change anything on any devices.

    • Lolitsjoel on 12/07/2024 - 09:39
      +1

      Also remember we may be getting upgraded to 500mbps down towards end of year, I'd probably go the better pack

  • techdave on 12/07/2024 - 09:30
    +1

    I got this a few months ago and quite happy with the purchase. Upgraded from aiMesh with 2x Asus AC68u which I could never get to reliably work without intermittent disconnections (wireless backhaul). YMMV, I haven't noticed any dropouts at all this past few months with the TP-Link.

    I thought I was going to hate the app-only administration but it turned out to be fairly easy to use. There's web-admin but it's very limited use only and more for monitoring.

  • tomaug on 12/07/2024 - 09:43

    You guys think , I can go in and ask in the shop to price match as I don’t have access to the TGGC. Cheers

    • bananabendera on 12/07/2024 - 10:07
      +2

      They didn't ask me for any proof of membership. Here's a screenshot of the website
      and my receipt.

      • tomaug on 12/07/2024 - 10:25
        +1

        Thanks mate. I will give it a crack and update here. Cheers

      • tomaug on 12/07/2024 - 13:05
        +2

        It worked. Got one for the price mentioned . Thanks mate.

        • jetblack on 20/07/2024 - 20:36

          Where at? I tried 2 different stores and they told me they won't price match GG commercial.

  • jetblack on 12/07/2024 - 09:50

    I'm in a 2 bedder apartment, the router location is in a cupboard, with a couple of brick walls separating the office. No option to wire a connection across.

    Using a ~6 year old tplink archer 1600v. Wondering if a beefier single access point router would be better for this case or a mesh system like this to send the signal around the wall and up the hallway?

    • CachePC on 12/07/2024 - 13:28

      I had a tp 1600v for my fttn - I found when I upgraded to fttp the 1600v was woeful - for my 50/20 connection it was OK but when I went 100/20 on my fttp it really struggled with wifi. I brought a mesh system and it was been brilliant.

      I also tried a Telstra Gen 2 (LH1000 version) as my main AP as a test without the mesh and it was substantially better (75mbps on 1600v wifi VS 105mbps on TGen2).

  • pointblank on 12/07/2024 - 09:54

    For a brick 2 story house without ethernet ports - would a tri-band mesh be significantly better?
    Been watching youtubers and they all seem to say so, but not sure if they are just gold-plating or legit.
    As far as I can see tri-band does cost significantly more.

    • mjwills on 14/07/2024 - 13:27
      +1

      What speed internet do you have? If 100Mbps or below, tri-band isn't needed. If 250 or higher I'd recommend tri-band.

      • pointblank on 14/07/2024 - 22:20

        Only 100mbps atm, however considering 250 in the future. In reality I'm guessing dual is fine for my requirements.
        Thanks heaps.

  • almotions on 12/07/2024 - 10:24

    Is the VDSL 1 pack better than an Eero 6+ for setting up a new apartment with internet?

    Apartment is connect to HFC NBN and has an Arris NBN connection box.

    • McFly on 12/07/2024 - 10:44

      I think those 2 are similar spec.

    • Twix on 12/07/2024 - 12:06
      +1

      If you want a Deco get a regular Deco X50 or Deco X55 router. The Deco's X50-DSL VDSL2 modem doesn't get used on HFC. The nbn NTD box is the HFC modem.

      • almotions on 13/07/2024 - 09:08

        Uhhhh, the apartment is quite small (single bedroom) so I don’t believe deco has much use - I’m not familiar with routers so any suggestions would be much appreciated. Was thinking TPlink archer AX10 for $100

        • Twix on 13/07/2024 - 13:34

          Deco X50 or Deco X55 is a router with Wi-Fi 6 and you can get them in a 1-pack. Wait until Tuesday for Amazon Prime Day sales. eero 6+ router is already on sale @ Amazon AU.

    • Agret on 12/07/2024 - 12:15
      +1

      VDSL is only used for FTTN so unless you plan on moving house to where you can only get FTTN just get the non-VDSL version as it's cheaper.

  • ynnad on 12/07/2024 - 10:36

    Do these work if you have the first plugged into ethernet near my modem / router, and then daisy chain a second one through WiFi (if I don't have an ethernet port further down the house)? Or are they supposed to all be plugged into ethernet?

    I currently have my modem up the front end of the house in my office, but then the TV and the kids bedrooms are down the other end of the house - all of which struggle to get WiFi signal. I do have a ~$50 powerline TP Link range extender which has helped a little, but I'm wondering if I daisy chain this Deco product in the same positions, i might get much better WIFI performance? Right now on the TV, NetFlix is the only streaming platform with a good enough streaming capability to actually watch it on the TV. Disney is horrible - always has to pause and buffer.

    Thanks to anyone who can answer what I think is a basic question?

    • McFly on 12/07/2024 - 10:43
      +1

      Yes it works as a mesh with any combination of wired and wireless Decos.
      As to whether you'd see a difference, it depends what models/technology your current router and extender are.

    • Agret on 12/07/2024 - 12:16

      It works that way yes, in the Deco app after you have your network configured go into advanced and change the operating mode of the base unit from Wireless Router to Wireless Access Point mode or it will introduce that's known as Double NAT to your network which is something you don't want.

      I would also recommend logging into your routers webui and disabling the wireless on it so that the Deco units handle your wifi.

      If you don't have ethernet and a long house layout I would also suggest considering the TP-LINK Deco PX50 which uses the powerline in your house as a backhaul between the mesh units. They're a lot more expensive - although if it works out for you might be worth it?

      https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/186107692472

      (Random eBay listing, haven't compared prices etc. you can use HGTECH code to save $50 on that listing)

      • ynnad on 12/07/2024 - 15:43

        Thanks for the very informative answer!

        In your explanation, with "once the network is configured" and changing from "Wireless Router to WAP mode", does this assume I'm still using my service provider, provided modem / router? Or does the Deco setup replace my current modem / router?

        Many thanks.

    • mjwills on 12/07/2024 - 21:10
      +2

      I have a three x68 setup like this (long thin house). Works a treat. So the NBN is at front of house. x68 next to it (connected over Ethernet). Second x68 half way along the length of the house - connected to the first over wifi. The last x68 at the other end - connected to the 2nd over wifi.

      This replaced my convoluted setup with Powerline etc. Went from repeated complaints from the kids to none.

      If you plan to do this, a tri-band model like the x68 is best - so that the wifi between mesh nodes doesn't compete for the wifi to your other devices.

      • ynnad on 13/07/2024 - 14:12

        Ahh perfect, this is exactly what I wanted to hear. Thanks so much for your response!

  • diggityfish on 12/07/2024 - 10:38
    +1

    I just rang up my local store, they didn't answer so I got put through to the national sales team. I played dumb and said I couldn't log in (I don't have a log in) and asked them to help me.

    They honored the price and are positing it to my house. Got the 2 pack for 188+ $10 postage.

  • McFly on 12/07/2024 - 10:46
    +3

    FYI Decos do have a web interface, but it has minimal functionality.

  • DumpsterDiva on 12/07/2024 - 11:02

    Non technical person here! I am building a new house with ethernet ports routed in most rooms. I have an NBN blackbox. Am I right in saying i need to buy a separate modem first to broadcast my wifi/connect the other room ethernet cables to.

    The TPLink wifi meshs plug into the ethernet port in 3 locations to boost my wifi throughout?

    Sorry I am a noob in this space so thanks in advance for any advice

    • giventofly on 12/07/2024 - 11:40
      +6

      So your NBN blackbox would plug into this and then you’d plug your switch into the router - this will then assign IP addresses across the network.

      The NBN Network connection device is basically your modem and these mesh units are the router.

      To give enternet to all the rooms via Ethernet you’d need a switch with multiple Ethernet ports.

      If you get more than one mesh unit, I’d plug the others in by cable via your switch if possible for the best results (called backhauling)

      • DumpsterDiva on 12/07/2024 - 12:19
        +1

        Super clear explanation. Thank you for that, understood! Just bought, thanks OP

        • giventofly on 12/07/2024 - 13:50

          Great. Hope it works well for you.

          Remember to name the WiFi SSID the same as your current one, and give it the same case sensitive password so that all your devices instantly connect

    • Huntakillaz on 12/07/2024 - 13:54
      -1

      Hopefully you had fibre cables run to all the rooms

      • DumpsterDiva on 12/07/2024 - 18:42

        As in the ethernet cables run to each room from the central hub/server room? Each room has an ethernet port that you can plug into for internet. Assuming I “backhaul” off this port and plug mesh into the room to extend my wifi for wifi devices. Is this correct?

        • mjwills on 12/07/2024 - 21:20

          What is the input to that central hub / switch currently?

    • mjwills on 12/07/2024 - 21:15

      Some of the models (like the x68, not sure about others) have Ethernet ports (e.g. x68 has two). So let's say you buy three x68 (similar principle for their other models). Stick one next to the NBN box - wire up the Ethernet port. Then connect the second port to a switch to then connect to other Ethernet ports throughout your house (if you already have Ethernet throughout the house you must know how to do that already).

      Now stick the second x68 half way through the house, near a device that needs Ethernet. Have it connect to the first box on wifi. Now - you have two Ethernet ports to use there (those ethernet ports will be on top of your existing Ethernet ports, and will effectively communicate over your wifi). Alternatively with most models you can use Ethernet backhaul instead - this will lose you an Ethernet port, obviously, but will give slightly more stable internet.

      Now stick the third x68 at the far end of the house. Have it connect to either the first or second box on wifi. Same deal - two devices can connect to it. Alternatively with most models you can use Ethernet backhaul instead - this will lose you an Ethernet port, obviously, but will give slightly more stable internet.

      So, in practice, you can have four devices connected directly to the second and third three x68 (or similar models), and everything else in your house can connect over wifi or to a switch hanging off the first x68.

      If you plan to have the mesh communicate over wifi, use a tri-band model like the x68 - so that the wifi between mesh nodes doesn't compete for the wifi to your other devices. But given you have Ethernet already, just use the existing Ethernet backhaul in your house and everything will be gravy.

  • 1jwoz on 12/07/2024 - 11:03
    +1

    Tried these but doesn't with older Bose sound touch speaker or with leapfrog/vtech baby monitor. Can't turn off 40mhz on 2.4ghz even with seperate ssid from 5ghz. Fast speeds and noob friendly otherwise

  • jimmy1593 on 12/07/2024 - 11:15

    Noob here - Do they work with FTTN?

      • Twix on 12/07/2024 - 11:40

        This is incorrect for FTTN. nbn don't provide a NTD/NCD for FTTN.

        • giventofly on 12/07/2024 - 11:42
          +1

          My bad! Thanks for clarifying

    • Twix on 12/07/2024 - 11:38

      The TP-Link Deco X50-DSL modem/router all-in-one can be plugged into the wall phone port for FTTN. From there you can setup a TP-Link Deco X50 2 or 3 pack bundle.

      Check your address here to see if you can swap from FTTN to FTTP.

    • bananabendera on 12/07/2024 - 12:18

      Check the table I made up, you want the X50-DSL (which has a VDSL modem) + maybe the 2-pack of mesh nodes if you need extra coverage.

    • CachePC on 12/07/2024 - 13:33

      Yes they do. You need to work out if you run the fttn modem as a dhcp server or the Deco. It's really simple to setup. I ran their M5 3 node for 2 years on fttn with the fttn modem doing the dhcp and the Decos in access point mode

  • yontk on 12/07/2024 - 11:16

    Is the 2 pack cost an all time low or was there better offer previously? Wonder if should wait for Amazon Prime sales next week..

  • giventofly on 12/07/2024 - 11:33
    +1

    Installed these for my neighbour. Can recommend. Super easy to setup - WiFi signal is strong too as it had to go through a portable unit which is clad in metal and it did it really well

  • TheTaxMan on 12/07/2024 - 12:04
    +1

    I called the store, so they said if there's less than 3 in stock, it won't go through as pick up.

    I asked if they could honour the commercial pricing if I go in store, I was told to call the national sales and they can process it for collection in store.

    I have an account, so I wasn't fussed, had to order through them so I don't get slugged with the delivery fee. They asked for the email address I use to log in the commercial account, so if you don't have one you could get unlucky.

  • WesthamAreMassive on 12/07/2024 - 13:28

    Just picked one up from Cockburn by showing the screenshot posted above asking if the had in stock. He simply matched price. Tried my luck asking if he could go lower but no luck😂. Got last one from there.

  • Jaitch on 12/07/2024 - 13:48

    X50 This product has either been removed or is no longer available for sale.

  • dammit on 12/07/2024 - 13:52

    I’ve got 3 Deco M5s but recently got nbn fttp 1000/50…I’m about to run Ethernet backhaul but is it worth sticking with the M5s, or upgrading to this?

    My tv and desk will be Ethernet so not certain I need the wifi 6 yet but I could do with more coverage so the old M5s would be repurposed.

    I’m sort of answering my own question here but guessing this would only be a worthy upgrade when/if I start getting wifi 6 compatible devices ?

  • Nomad2233 on 12/07/2024 - 13:52
    +1

    Bought one of these a while ago, had constant drop outs that I thought was from the ISP but turned out it was the Deco.I have since gone back to a D-Link router and have not had a single drop out since.I do feel I may have had a faulty one that needed to be replaced (which I didn't as I WFH and needed an immediate solution) - still thought I would share my experience as I know these routers are exceptionally good, the phone app that comes with Deco products is amazing and very handy.

    • 76F on 12/07/2024 - 20:59

      Same issue with the Deco X73-DSL. Returned it to The Good Guys for a full refund.

  • ThePunchingBag on 12/07/2024 - 13:53

    Just a question for the more initiated… Would you buy these or Eero 6+ ???

    Thank you from an old man

    • bananabendera on 12/07/2024 - 20:26
      +1

      Honestly, you'd be fine with whatever is cheaper. If you're having issues, flog it on FB marketplace and try the other one

      • ThePunchingBag on 12/07/2024 - 22:35

        I have the Orbi RBK50 with a few Satellites… Worked great for 2 years but now constant dropouts & requires a full reset on the router for anything to connect wirelessly where as anything hard wired by ethernet is no issue

        • bananabendera on 12/07/2024 - 22:49
          +1

          Anecdotally my partner's family had the RBK20 and I had nothing but issues dealing with it + the satellites. They were ridiculously slow when it came to changing any settings and there were things like wired backhaul going maddenly wrong which convinced me there were unfixed software bugs.

          I've had great experiences with TP-Link business grade and consumer grade products, I can recommend them. Can't speak for eero, but they seem to work fine.

  • supatight on 12/07/2024 - 13:57
    +1

    I grabbed a Deco X73-DSL (needed the VoIP) for $121.20 of eBay there is a seller that has 4 remaining selling for $135 if anyone is interested. Easy setup only thing I did not like it forces the use of the app no web interface.

    • Pnarang3 on 12/07/2024 - 14:04

      Please share the eBay store link

        • Pnarang3 on 12/07/2024 - 14:12

          It is a used one

          • supatight on 12/07/2024 - 14:15

            @Pnarang3: These are fairly new devices and usually these items are built to last. Before I replaced my dlink I bought that used too still going fine only replaced because better Wifi and hated the antennas. Pay $121 used is better than paying 289 new

  • crentist on 12/07/2024 - 14:07

    It looks like Amazon is having a bit of a sale on Eero devices, and with prime day coming up they'll probably get even cheaper.
    How do they compare to this? Is there much difference between any of the mesh brands?

    And is there anything particularly well suited to broadcasting through concrete slabs? I'm in an old townhouse that is solidly built to kill wifi signals.
    Don't need massive range, but it would be nice to maintain speed without needing the wifi points to be in the stairs.
    Powerline has been doing the job for years. But with a recent "upgrade" from VDSL to G-Fast, they seem to create interference that kills the already crappy line quality.

    • McFly on 12/07/2024 - 14:35

      And is there anything particularly well suited to broadcasting through concrete slabs?

      Yes - copper!

      I have double brick, double concrete and after years of putting up with dodgy WiFi-only mesh bit the bullet and got some cabling done (had to go up through the roof and down the outside.)
      Money well spent.

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