TP-Link Deco X20-4G 4G+ AX1800 Whole Home Mesh Wifi 6 Gateway, Ethernet + 3G/4G Failover, OFDMA, Remote Management

I move around a lot which is relevant to this review because most homes I have lived in, (~ 15 homes), had a few areas where the 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi bandwidth had difficulty reaching. I wanted to see if TP-Link’s AX1800 mesh network would help with this challenge and if I am super lucky, completely resolve it. The setup I choose was a dual-station package with one station connected with an included data cable to the router and the other station placed in an area with weak signal. It is worth noting that my internet is fiber optic with up to 1 Gbps up and 1 Gbps down. Due to the speed, I do not have a modem and my router is one I purchased and not the one that the ISP typically leases to you. Setup for the Deco mesh network system very simple. There is an app you download ... MoreI move around a lot which is relevant to this review because most homes I have lived in, (~ 15 homes), had a few areas where the 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi bandwidth had difficulty reaching. I wanted to see if TP-Link’s AX1800 mesh network would help with this challenge and if I am super lucky, completely resolve it. The setup I choose was a dual-station package with one station connected with an included data cable to the router and the other station placed in an area with weak signal. It is worth noting that my internet is fiber optic with up to 1 Gbps up and 1 Gbps down. Due to the speed, I do not have a modem and my router is one I purchased and not the one that the ISP typically leases to you. Setup for the Deco mesh network system very simple. There is an app you download that goes through every step. I tend to be on the slow side when it comes to installing new equipment, but the total time for install was around 15 - 20 minutes. My speed test prior to setup of the mesh network in the weak signal area was around 24 Mbps down which is very frustrating when you are paying for up to 1 Gbps. You’ll see in one photo after the installation of the mesh network, the speed is now mind blowing. It is also worth noting that my home has a smart panel with all the internet equipment. This smart panel is made of metal and really impacts the internet speed. However, after the mesh network was setup and running, I didn’t notice any drop in speed due to the metal smart panel box. If you have areas in your home that have weak Wi-Fi signal, especially on 2.4 GHz bandwidth, you will be very happy once you have the TP-Link AX1800 mesh network system up and running.

This is one of those YMMV reviews. The devices themselves were easy to set up. They emit a bright green light when they’re working so you want to make sure they’re in a place where the light won’t bother you. They have those narrow sideways plugs which are nice. I’m not savvy enough to be able to give you performance stats on how this worked. Things seem better in our home. I’m glad we have them. The app is fine, but I’ve used better apps That said, when you install these, you’re going to want to do your homework and figure out how they’re going to fit into your current situation. You’re going to be creating a whole new network in your home. So it is entirely possible for these things to be hooked up and fully functioning but not actually doing anything for you ... MoreThis is one of those YMMV reviews. The devices themselves were easy to set up. They emit a bright green light when they’re working so you want to make sure they’re in a place where the light won’t bother you. They have those narrow sideways plugs which are nice. I’m not savvy enough to be able to give you performance stats on how this worked. Things seem better in our home. I’m glad we have them. The app is fine, but I’ve used better apps That said, when you install these, you’re going to want to do your homework and figure out how they’re going to fit into your current situation. You’re going to be creating a whole new network in your home. So it is entirely possible for these things to be hooked up and fully functioning but not actually doing anything for you unless you hook your devices up to this new network. I can see this being frustrating for some people.

Very happy with this purchase. I hate installing stuff like this but it was so easy with the Deco app. Took almost no time. I have had problems with wi-fi in my sunroom and in the basement, and this mesh set up really did the trick. I have a strong signal everywhere in our house now. (Our home is 2900 square foot, single story w/basement.) There are three pieces, the main receiver that attaches to your modem and then you decide where to put the other two -- they plug into the wall. They are unobtrusive.