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TP Link AC1200 Wireless Dual Band VDSL ADSL Modem Router for Phone Line Connections BT Infinity TalkTalk EE and PlusNet Fibre 1 USB 2 0 Ports UK Plug Archer VR400
Last Updated: August 5, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.7
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
402
Old Reviews
39
Unverified
24
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WIFI
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USB
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3G
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Review Analysis - 339 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Network
165tp link, wifi, house, 5ghz, talktalk
+76%
-24%
" ... Very good router. ... We use it in a three-storey house and on the last floor we have full coverage on all appliances. ... "
" ... Again gunning for TP-Link, the VR600 is spot-on for what we need in the home. ... Quick and easy to setup, great coverage across the entire property and lots of options to tweak etc. ... "
" ... You can use the same or a different SSID for the 5GHz and the 2.4GHz ... "
" ... I bought this hoping it would help my wifi coverage and speed compared to my talk talk provided router. ... Monitoring with a Wifi meter the actual signal strength doesnt seem a lot different around my home. ... However, the connection stability and speed on the wifi has definitely improved a LOT!. ... also the coverage upstairs and outside in the garden has definitely improved. ... "
" ... This has to be the easiest router I have ever set up. ... Since installing this TP link router, all of my problems have gone away. ... "
" ... This hub worked from the start and I get a constant signal. ... Wireless signal is excellent going through without difficulty two 24" stone walls in our old cottage. ... "
" ... Would recommend if your having problem with your Plusnet Router. ... "
" ... • The signal is powerful and stable throughout the entire house, no need for extenders, I even have access in the Kitchen. ... "
Wifi
91wifi, wi fi, coverage, wifi signal, bt
+74%
-26%
" ... easy to set up and wifi coverage is good ... "
" ... So in general now the router is fine ... So far this router has totally under performed. ... "
" ... These is a great WiFi modem,It has boosted my internet with no issues. ... "
" ... I bought this hoping it would help my wifi coverage and speed compared to my talk talk provided router. ... Monitoring with a Wifi meter the actual signal strength doesnt seem a lot different around my home. ... However, the connection stability and speed on the wifi has definitely improved a LOT!. ... "
" ... I fo, however, like a solid WiFi signal, so I replaced the crappy sky hub with this. ... "
" ... Make sure you switch off the wireless on your router. ... "
" ... The WiFi is so strong on this, it goes most of the way through our three story house. ... This router has some nice options for guest networks and you can enable or disable the 2.4 or 5 ghz networks depending on your needs. ... You can also access the router remotely via the thether app on your phone. ... "
" ... Slightly better Wi-Fi strength than my previous Netgear63. ... "
Setup
87setup, easy, tp link, isp, easy to setup
+97%
-3%
" ... They say the router 'should' work but when I asked how you actually go about setting it up correctly (the automatic BT VDSL2 setup does NOT work), they simply say "speak to BT". ... "
" ... My husband was very impressed when he found out the router has its own dynamic DNS and openVPN setup built in. ... "
" ... Setup took 15 min. ... "
" ... I have used the simple term "router" to refer to this and competitor/alternative products. ... Setting up the router was dead easy and even setting it up for Sky (instead of the replacement router they sent me) was straightforward requiring no 3rd party software anywhere in the process. ... "
" ... It was also extremely easy to change the network settings and to subsequently connect several devices. ... "
" ... Just google it and you will find plenty of advice on what to do and it is very easy once logged into the router. ... "
" ... Really simple to setup, decent signal, although it has external arenas, the actual signal by comparison is a bit lower than the Huawei super router that Talk talk offers. ... "
" ... There was no dislikes it was easy to set up as soon is I got my username and password for the internet connection to my service provider ... "
ISP
81router, broadband, isp, tp link, vdsl
+80%
-20%
" ... We tend to have 10-20 devices connected to the internet and all have been working much better with this router. ... "
" ... Connected to the internet in less than 5minutes. ... "
" ... It is lightning quick and very easy to set up on VDSL2 on my fibre broadband. ... "
" ... Bought this about a year ago to replace my then old and basic Orange ADSL2 modem. ... "
" ... I was looking for VDSL2 modem in the first place. ... Works well in Israel for Bezeq VDSL2 provider. ... "
" ... im with IDNET for my broadband, this is a recommended router to use on their network. ... "
" ... All good no problems, set for talk talk adsl ... "
" ... Alot more powerful than the modem that BT provided and the router supplied by the internet supplier ... "
Ease of Use
61easy, set, setup, easy to setup, user
+95%
-5%
" ... Only had this a day so can't vouch for reliability but in terms of set-up, it's ridiculously simple. ... "
" ... Easy to configure and supports quite a few ISPs. ... "
" ... It was easy to connect with talktalk! ... "
" ... Claims to have easy set ups for all providers, but it doesn't have TalkTalk Business. ... "
" ... Yes some of you may read this and say “it’s easy” but as a average consumer this is pretty tough to figure out and no in depth manual provided made it worse ! ... "
" ... Pretty simple and intuitive to set up. ... "
" ... The app could better to provide more detail such as uptime but I guess they just want to make it user friendly. ... "
" ... Basic set up was fairly straight forward. ... "
Device Compatibility
44devices, hub, connected, bt home hub, hub 5
+77%
-23%
" ... Good price, BT want £50 for a new Home Hub. ... "
" ... Once sorted, it runs nicely and all our devices (18 plus) are connected. ... "
" ... It was also extremely easy to change the network settings and to subsequently connect several devices. ... It handles a large number of connected devices admirably and provides the best possible connection from the phone line I have to work with. ... "
" ... It was easy to connect with talktalk! ... "
" ... Replaced BT Home hub 5 with this. ... "
" ... All devices can now connect without issue. ... Set up was simple, and I copied the BT setting so I did not have to change anything on all the other devices at home. ... "
" ... If your connection is not as bad as mine this shouldn't happen and it should solve your problems, but it might not if you have a poor connection. ... "
" ... Just wish I had investigated an alternative to the BT Hub ages ago. ... A quick count - in the home we have 8 Apple devices (iPhones, IPads etc) and 9 wired connections (Amazon TV, computers, smart tv, 2 Xboxes, BT TV, CCTV). ... "
Software Platform
40interface, admin, dns, app, tp link
+50%
-50%
" ... Not sure what the difference is but trying to install the software on the UK site on top of the newer software fails. ... Disabling both SSIDs and reenabling them resulted in an 'Error code 1' - whatever that means and I was only able to re-enable the 5Ghz SSID but it would persist with broadcasting it in the 2.4 Ghz spectrum. ... "
" ... Couldn't get back into the admin page. ... "
" ... Configuring the DNS made no difference, and as I later found out, that error message is meaningless. ... "
" ... - Contacted TP-LINK support: after hinting at issues with the router and Android devices, they stopped replying to my emails. ... - The whole "app to control your router" smells of hard coded backdoor. ... "
" ... We have been using it fine for around 9 months, alongside the Tether app. ... Unfortunately, the app has started reporting outages at least once a day. ... "
" ... CONS - the admin UI is not great. ... But the UI randomly shows that I have no DDNS service enabled. ... There are other annoying quirks - e.g., if you use DHCP with address reservations, you have to type in the MAC address for each reserved IP two characters at a time because the input field has an input mask on it . ... Not fun (and potentially error prone) when you have 32 address reservations to set up. ... SUMMARY - does the job, but the admin UI is annoying and inconsistent if you want to set up anything more than the most basic home network - surprisingly so given the amount of time that TP-Link has had to figure out the basics of router configuration. ... "
" ... Also noticed that the router was broadcasting short UDP messages across the network every few seconds, I think this is something to do with file or printer sharing through the router USB port and TP-LINK proprietary software. ... Once this setting is disabled the messages are no longer present. ... Small niggle, the login interface has "Password" spelt incorrectly as "Passowrd". ... "
" ... Faulty unit , Set up was easy and got online within a few minutes, however WiFi did not work, was presented with error codes. ... "
Ports
39tp link, lan, modem router, ethernet, bt
+74%
-26%
" ... Plug it in, plug in the ASDL cable, connect via an iPad/computer and in a few steps I was up and running. ... I immediately went to GRC.com and used Steve’s sheildsup tool to check what ports maybe open that I need to close or other security issues. ... "
" ... Set up is very easy with a FTTC broadband connection - simply a case of plugging the supplied Ethernet cable into the modem, waiting a minute or two and using the TP Link app to enter your ISP username and password. ... "
" ... • Relocated the Modem/Router away from the TV unit on top of a bookshelf using extended RJ11 and RJ45 cables. ... "
" ... Port forwarding is simple and the whole system was up and running within record time. ... "
" ... Solved the constant dropout from a TalkTalk modem/router and has gigabit ports, so now my NAS drive transfers 10 times as quickly. ... "
" ... otherwise good, connects to plusnet faster than their own hub! ... "
" ... I wanted a wireless schedule to turn off RF when the family are sleeping AND port forwarding and UPNP for me wired cameras. ... "
" ... Our Home hub 5 has been rock solid so the Archer VR900 v2 was a bit underwhelming when the max download speeds were consistently 1MiB/s slower and there was picture distortion on BT Sport's 4k channel. ... "
Product Reliability
34weeks, year, working, ago, wish
+62%
-38%
" ... • No issues were connecting up to Plusnet. ... "
" ... Like many people I was having problems with the standard BT offering but this has worked flawlessly from day one. ... "
" ... I know this isn't entirely unusual, but rankles a little nonetheless given the OEM's emphasis on the "3 year guarantee". ... "
" ... Like I said, I have bought two of them in the last two weeks that is how much I liked setting them up, lots of information available in the routers menu and because of all of that they are getting a 10/10 from me and a definite recommendation to you ... "
" ... I’m yet to have it working properly since delivery a few days ago. ... "
" ... So far after several weeks all working great and faster broadband a pleasure. ... "
" ... To date 72 hours in and not one issue. ... I will confirm the perfomance and update my review in a couple of months but so far so very good! ... "
" ... Very good and reliable ... "
Overall performance
27performance, job, speeds, fast, connection
+93%
-7%
" ... (But does the job). ... "
" ... very happy with performance ... "
" ... Performance wise I can't comment yet, but I didn't see any issues. ... "
" ... We have BT infinity and have never seen better than 35MBPS I tested this and immediately got 72MBPS , a doubling in speed. ... "
" ... Does the job. ... "
" ... So refreshing to be able to do a speed test at any time and get much closer to the 'up to' speed of my connection. ... "
" ... Does the job. ... "
" ... expensive and overrated but fast web performance. ... "
Capacity
23signal, wifi, walls, router, reaches
+91%
-9%
" ... I set up my 2GHz wireless network, my 5Gz network and importantly, a guest network for when friends and family visit and I don't want them leaving with my key network passwords in their mobile phones. ... It has excellent range and I pick up a good clear signal wherever I am in the house and indeed out in the garden. ... "
" ... The WiFi is so strong on this, it goes most of the way through our three story house. ... "
" ... If your line is good into the house (test that first) this will do the rest! ... "
" ... Wireless signal is excellent going through without difficulty two 24" stone walls in our old cottage. ... "
" ... • The signal is powerful and stable throughout the entire house, no need for extenders, I even have access in the Kitchen. ... "
" ... of connected devices is more in your house hold. ... "
" ... Strong signal received around the house. ... "
" ... All is now blissful and my son can now get WiFi in the bedroom we had built for him. ... If this helps your family, then buy it. ... "
Price
18money, worth the money, well worth, waste, value
+72%
-28%
" ... It does just what I need at a great price. ... "
" ... This is exactly what I needed and price is good too. ... "
" ... for the price I paid well worth the purchase ... "
" ... Yes - the AC2800 is expensive but very much worth picking up, especially on a daily deal. ... "
" ... I didn't want to spend this amount of money, but now I am glad I did. ... "
" ... All in all very good value at £58 . ... "
" ... Seriously excellent, well worth the money. ... "
" ... For the money can't really ask for more. ... "
Apps
11router, tether app, mobile app, user, ios
+73%
-27%
" ... You can also access the router remotely via the thether app on your phone. ... "
" ... * In the Folder Sharing section if Share All is set to Off you can then select the individual folders, or if your files (videos in my case) are in the root directory then Share All is best set to On. ... "
" ... Setting it up with the assistant mobile app was easy, but it takes a bit of know how to setup with SKY broadband. ... "
" ... App: The ios app is very nice and love that you can block users for period of times easily without having to enter mac addresses. ... "
" ... The app could better to provide more detail such as uptime but I guess they just want to make it user friendly. ... "
" ... This was so easy to set up using the android app on my phone to help, it has improved my talktalk internet speed and also stopped the connection dropping out all the time which was happening with the talktalk supplied router. ... "
Returns
10refund, returning, replacement, amazon, sending
+10%
-90%
" ... It's a pity, but I'm returning it to Amazon for a refund. ... "
" ... I had no choice but to return it to Amazon. ... "
" ... suffered a malfunction after three weeks and was sent back. ... "
" ... Unfortunately I've missed the return window so I'm left with an expensive item that is of absolutely no use to me. ... "
" ... Will be sending back sadly. ... "
" ... Had to send it back. ... "
" ... Alas, not to be, I am it sending back! ... "
" ... U fortunately 2of 3 were faulty and had to be returned. ... "
Firmware
9updated, tp link, hardware, sky, published
+56%
-44%
" ... Within 24 hours of my request to support, a beta copy of firmware was sent and this fixed the problem. ... "
" ... Remember and upgrade the firmware once configured to protect your router from being compromised ... "
" ... Firmware has lots of features as you would expect. ... "
" ... I decided to change to this after a firmware upgrade caused my providers router to reboot and drop the connection at least 3 times an hour especially when using PLEX but since setting this up no problems. ... "
" ... I am a BT Infinity user and following a firmware upgrade my BT HomeHub 5 started crashing on a regular basis. ... "
Bluetooth
8replace, free, bt smart hub, bt home hub, tp
+75%
-25%
" ... In desperation, I contacted BT and surprise, surprise, a fault with the faceplate connection to their side. ... "
" ... The free one with BT worked better than this one. ... "
" ... than the BT Home Hub. ... "
" ... Enter the TP-Link AC2800 and after some minor frustation setting it up (I had to choose BT-VDSL and use bthomehub@btbroadband.com as the user name with no password which I entered exactly the same several times and eventually it took it), I was up and running. ... "
" ... Bought it to replace a BT Smart Hub which doesn't work well with Chromecast. ... "
" ... Replaced BT Home hub 5 with this. ... "
Gaming
7game, work, happy, son
+100%
" ... But for the time being we have a happy household, work, gaming and study can continue uninterrupted! ... "
" ... I don't game so I can't really comment on that aspect. ... "
" ... Used for gaming and streaming. ... "
" ... A gadget for gaming performance ... "
" ... An absolute game changer! ... "
" ... Bought this as my son was moaning about Fortnite and PS4 ... "
" ... Happy game addicted family, so happy parent! ... "
Marketplace
7one, shop, return, received, com
+43%
-57%
" ... My worst purchase from Amazon ever. ... "
" ... a replacement was requested and i had to pay for international shipping which is very bad ... "
" ... I don't know if I was unlucky with the one I was sent by Amazon but the performance I experienced was very poor indeed. ... I had no choice but to return it to Amazon. ... "
" ... bthomehub@btbroadband.com ... "
Delivery
7arrived, time, date, working, speed
+100%
" ... Unit arrived next day . ... "
" ... Arrived on time - works fine all around the house. ... "
" ... This item was delivered before the proposed delivery date. ... "
" ... Speed is still the same but the delivery is far more constant. ... "
" ... arrived within time stated. ... "
" ... I’m yet to have it working properly since delivery a few days ago. ... "
Controls
6work, settings, reset, button, menu
+33%
-67%
" ... Either a reconditioned unit or very poor quality control ... "
" ... I needed this to be able to change the DNS settings, but then discovered that the parental controls simply do not work. ... "
" ... After 5 minutes waiting unsuccessfully I pressed the reset button and it eventually worked. ... "
" ... Implemented parental controls, then changed them slightly - blocking wrong all over the place. ... "
For Running
3year
+67%
-33%
" ... The same model running on them both, fantastic. ... "
For Kids
3kids, happy
+100%
" ... I just want to see my son. ... "
" ... Bought this as my son was moaning about Fortnite and PS4 ... "
" ... Kids are happy, wife is happy, which means I am happy. ... "
Memory
3storage, sharing, nas
+67%
-33%
" ... The USB storage sharing UI is . ... "
" ... Really fast, USB storage for pen drive in the back is great for network sharing, and is the only router I've used that does not need a wifi repeater in a three storey house. ... "
Features
3advanced, would, unit, smart, price
+100%
" ... Decent features for the price:supports NAT or pass-through, basic firewall. ... "
" ... Otherwise quite a lot of handy features available. ... "
Build Quality
3dropping, dropped, yet, stable
+100%
" ... Seems very stable. ... "
" ... Great replacement for our earlier model which has worn out. ... "
" ... Several weeks in now and hasn't dropped the connection yet, unlike my old BT HomeHub 3 which kept dropping out on a regular basis. ... "
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Specifications
Connectivity
WiFi: Yes
USB: Yes
3G: Yes
Number of USB ports: 2