TP-Link Deco

[gingermoonman]

Thinking of getting a TP Link Deco mesh set up as not happy with my Hub 4, can people recommend a certain model an are they easy to set up?

[gary_dexter]

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@gingermoonman wrote:

I totally understand that wi fi is not totally accurate but surely it should not fluctuate like it does? Could be something wrong with the antennas in the router?

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Well yes. In that it’s cheap and crummy. 

[gingermoonman]

so even more reason to get a deco!!

what is this like!!

[gingermoonman]

forgot picture!!!!

[gingermoonman]

What is the difference between models, some many!! S4 M4!!

[gary_dexter]

You should be able to do a comparison on the website. 

[jbrennand]

As Gary says..... you can do it here

https://www.tp-link.com/uk/home-networking/deco/

Just make sure you get one with 1GB ethernet ports (i.e. not the E range). Powerline addition is not really needed IMO.

WiFi6 - will future proof you for getting the faster speeds on the 1GB VM package and Tri-band helps reduce any speed drops caused by back-haul traffic. You will pay more for the last two features but are probably OTT for the average user in an average property

[gingermoonman]

Looking at the M5's? Standard 2 floor 4 bed house, 2 be enough?

[jbrennand]

Three of my friends who all live in brick built 3/4 bed semis, just got TP-Link Deco M5 3-packs and all said it is - “absolutely brilliant with excellent wifi speeds in all rooms, the attic and the garden, and the App is a doddle to use”.

So it should be good for you. Remember to connect in the right sequence

[gingermoonman]

thanks sounds great, I think someone said there was a guide on here on how to set them up?

[gary_dexter]

M5 is good. M9 is better and has a dedicated wireless backhaul.