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TP Link Archer C6 AC1200 MU MIMO Wireless Gigabit Cable Router Wi Fi Speed Up to 867 Mbps 5 GHz 300 Mbps 2 4 GHz 4 Gigabit LAN Ports Supports Access Point Mode Parental Control Guest Wi Fi VPN
Last Updated: July 15, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.4
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Review Analysis - 229 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Network
96wifi, tp link, coverage, 5ghz, virgin
+72%
-28%
" ... I believe this has the faster wifi signals compared to the original wifi router. ... "
" ... If you want the 'Guest Network' functionality be certain that you're getting either version 5 or 6 of the router. ... Version 4 does NOT do guest wifi. ... "
" ... So solid it goes up to 220 Mbps! ... "
" ... Great all-rounder for everyone looking for both great speeds & coverage (stress test passed on 5 devices at once). ... All external antennas are detachable, but they're meant for 5 GHz only. ... 5/5 on both product & brand, whole house covered with a single device, set up in minutes. ... "
" ... Full 380MB on Wi-Fi from all rooms in the house, baring in mind it's a 3 storey building and the router is on the bottom floor! ... "
" ... Decent wifi coverage in my 1900's (sturdy) house despite thick walls etc. ... "
" ... I bought it to replace an existing TP Link Router and am not particularly tech savvy. ... I had no idea that I would need a modem as well as I assumed it was like my exisiting TP Link one that had a modem and router all in one. ... "
" ... Note that you need to have both existing vm hub and new tplink router powered on at the same time. ... "
Wifi
63wifi, wi fi, virgin, coverage, superhub
+76%
-24%
" ... If you want the 'Guest Network' functionality be certain that you're getting either version 5 or 6 of the router. ... Version 4 does NOT do guest wifi. ... "
" ... A nice router, which works well. ... "
" ... With that out the way, the router is perfect in every other way. ... Holding a signal as strong as my other router. ... "
" ... Great device solved my problem with my Virgin wi-fi. ... "
" ... Decent router for the price. ... "
" ... This took wifi to a whole new world. ... "
" ... It has a configurable guest network and bandwidth prioritisation features. ... "
" ... Bought this based on other reviews here to replace my Virgin Superhub-2 as primary Wifi device. ... "
Setup
47setup, router, set, easy to set, easy to install
+91%
-9%
" ... This was much easier to setup than a previous router as it did have a specific option for extending the network (I'd previously had to use two different subnets) ... "
" ... Setup was easy when I changed my Virgin Media from router into modem mode. ... "
" ... Excellent TPLink product as always - easy to set up and use. ... "
" ... After a very simple installation it was up and running, however I thought I must be doing something wrong. ... "
" ... It was super easy to set up, almost plug and play - with the interface guiding you through the set up. ... "
" ... I downloaded the TP tether app which walked me through the rest of the setup process and everything was up and running inside 10 minutes. ... "
" ... The setup is really easy too, I was able to name/set password with ease and the router also can act as a signal repeater of which there is a different mode selection). ... "
" ... Address Reservation is an easy way to create a Static IP on one device. ... "
Ease of Use
37easy to set, set, setup, easy to install, router
+97%
-3%
" ... Very reliable and fairly quick to set up. ... "
" ... Easy to use . ... "
" ... Easy to install and customise to your needs. ... "
" ... Pretty darn good very easy to setup from your mobile phone app ... "
" ... Easy to install and set up even for a complete technophobe such as myself. ... "
" ... I find this easy to recommend. ... "
" ... It’s that simple. ... "
" ... Just plug in and ready to go couldn't have been easier ... "
Ports
34hub, ethernet cable, ethernet, modem mode, tp link
+65%
-35%
" ... As for the setup it’s literally just a case of plugging in an ethernet cable (included) from the socket on the wall to the single blue input on the back of the link then wait a few seconds for the lights on the front of the link to come on and then using the password on the bottom pairing all your gizmos and gadgets to it. ... "
" ... After which I noticed an immediate improvement in the speed, at least 25%, of all my devices connected to my Home LAN. ... "
" ... It gave me a unique wireless network for that building and as there is one input (ethernet in) and five outputs so it also acts as a network hub at the same time. ... "
" ... Lastly, for what it's worth, my ISP is Virgin Media and I'm using the AX6000 with the Super Hub 3 working as the modem. ... "
" ... Purchased so that i could put a virgin super hub into modem mode. ... now am getting the benefits of cable internet. ... "
" ... TP-Link 450 Mbps Wireless N Cable Router, Easy Setup, WPS Button, UK Plug (TL-WR940N) ... "
" ... I use a powerline adapter to plug this TP-Link in downstairs and provide a good wifi signal. ... "
" ... Wow I didn't realize how bad the hub 3 wifi is until I hooked up this. ... I could always get 210 mbps on my pc hard wired to the hub 3 via Ethernet and around 65 mbps on my phone via wifi. ... "
Device Compatibility
27virgin media, virgin, hub 3, hub, connected
+74%
-26%
" ... It allows me to set up times at which certain devices cannot access the internet. ... As well as being able to centrally block certain sites and to control the usage of devices connected. ... "
" ... Literally did it on my phone via the app. ... "
" ... They are connected to a BT Home hub 2 and no problems. ... "
" ... Bought this to replace the Virgin Media "Super" Hub 3. ... "
" ... Easy to setup with a VM hub. ... No need to do anything on devices as they have the correct info. ... "
" ... I've connected my PC and smart TV with this router. ... "
" ... This TP-Link device does everything which the rubbish Virgin Media SuperHub 3 should have been doing all along. ... "
" ... Seems to work better at 5G with the Apple products than with the Android devices. ... "
ISP
26virgin, modem, tp link, broadband, superhub
+69%
-31%
" ... For router dummies, like me . ... "
" ... Use has main router or extender/Booster . ... "
" ... Bought this router as a replacement for the Virgin Superhub 3, which I’ve had for a while. ... I read that the WiFi coverage of this router was better than the ISP’s combined modem/router. ... "
" ... Perfect upgrade to Virgin router ... "
" ... Purchased so that i could put a virgin super hub into modem mode. ... "
" ... I am running Virgin broadband with a Super Hub 2.0. ... I have matched this with the Lynksys Velop. ... "
" ... I highly recommend purchasing another router and seeing what your broadband is actually capable of! ... "
" ... So I have now put my SuperHub 3 in modem-only mode, and I'm using this TP-Link AC1750 as my wireless router. ... "
Capacity
19router, signal, thick walls, wi fi, upstairs
+95%
-5%
" ... I live in an old house with thick walls, and surrounded by neighbours with wi-fi. ... "
" ... Also, the coverage has substantially improved even in the furthest part of the house I can get a good connection and in the same room of the router, I am getting a faster connection than I am paying for. ... "
" ... I bought this as a second router for my bedroom, it works fantastic. ... "
" ... Ideal for a room/ garage and well priced, just don't go replacing your made house router with this. ... "
" ... For those with larger household hoping to see strong signal on 5ghz all through, you might be let down. ... "
" ... My house, has thick walls and this send a Wi-Fi perfect. ... All over the house. ... "
" ... I work from home and the room I use for an office is a fair distance from the router, with several walls in between, so the 5ghz signal was almost non-existent and even 2.4ghz was extremely weak. ... "
" ... Decent wifi coverage in my 1900's (sturdy) house despite thick walls etc. ... "
Product Reliability
17unreliable, reliable, get it working, v1, times
+59%
-41%
" ... After a couple of weeks, the performance of this has been rock solid. ... "
" ... So far working flawlessly. ... "
" ... I have it for one year form now and i wasn't have any problem with! ... "
" ... I have been using this product for almost one year without a problem. ... "
" ... now i get 0 random disconnects happy days . ... "
" ... This setup changed my life. ... "
" ... Very reliable and fairly quick to set up. ... "
" ... have it for 4 months and it's 1000% better . ... "
Software Platform
16virgin media, tether, internet, devices, youtube
+75%
-25%
" ... Literally did it on my phone via the app. ... You can get into the more advanced settings from the web interface. ... "
" ... Brilliant device allowing me to control the internet usage in my household better. ... It allows me to set up times at which certain devices cannot access the internet. ... "
" ... Pretty darn good very easy to setup from your mobile phone app ... "
" ... Also the latest firmware allows you to register the router with free IFTTT services. ... There's an app called TP-Link 'Tether' this provides a easy way to remotely access and manage the router through your iOS or Android devices. ... Tether app provides a simple, intuitive user interface to check the status of your networking device, who’s online and what their privileges are. ... "
" ... If you're connecting phones, tablets or laptops, smart TVs or smart TV devices similar to fire stick, use 5ghz where you can. ... "
" ... Seems to work better at 5G with the Apple products than with the Android devices. ... "
" ... Bought this to replace the Virgin Media "Super" Hub 3. ... "
" ... I am running 25+ devices when you include firesticks and chrome casts as well as mobiles and laptops and there is no buffering on anything (as I say when Virgin is on form) I would thoroughly recommend. ... "
Overall performance
14speed, performance, job, suffer, solid
+79%
-21%
" ... After a couple of weeks, the performance of this has been rock solid. ... "
" ... This was not the cheapest item on offer, but it’s absolutely done the job, 100%. ... "
" ... Speeds just as good if not better. ... "
" ... Does the job ... "
" ... Speed from that is as well as you would expect. ... "
" ... Very good performance so far. ... "
" ... This is by far the best I have ever used awesome speed and to set up well when they say plug and play it’s just about that. ... "
" ... Everything is more snappy and fast, and this product gets the thumbs up from my wife who is normally unfazed by technical things. ... "
Price
9price, value for money, well worth, reliable, investment
+100%
" ... well worth the investment ... "
" ... Best for the value. ... "
" ... apparently an excellent buy and good value for money . ... "
" ... Great value product ... "
" ... It's nothing amazing but it works just fine for the price. ... "
" ... great value and product ... "
Returns
9sent it back, return, usual, unfortunately, sent
-100%
" ... I am returning it. ... "
" ... As these don't work at all I returned. ... "
" ... For me this is totally useless so I have had to return it. ... "
" ... After 8 hours of trying to get an improvement I gave up and returned the item. ... "
" ... I am going to try to return ... "
" ... Unfortunately they sent me v1 and now I have to send it back. ... "
" ... Sent it back. ... "
" ... Sent it back for refund ... "
Apps
8youtube, web interface, tether, setup, internet
+75%
-25%
" ... Literally did it on my phone via the app. ... You can get into the more advanced settings from the web interface. ... "
" ... I found software/web interface very intuitive . ... "
" ... Pretty darn good very easy to setup from your mobile phone app ... "
" ... I downloaded the TP tether app which walked me through the rest of the setup process and everything was up and running inside 10 minutes. ... "
" ... Tether app provides a simple, intuitive user interface to check the status of your networking device, who’s online and what their privileges are. ... "
Firmware
7router, v2, dd wrt, v1, tp link
+43%
-57%
" ... Searching the internet resulted in identifying that this was a common problem and I suspect it was as a result of me updating the firmware. ... It looks like TP-Link had identified the problems and had issued a firmware fix but only for US customers. ... But of course it invalidated the warranty so I decided to return the router but it was very good until the firmware update. ... "
" ... Can't see why it can't have something like dnsmasq built in, like DD-WRT (open source firmware I'm using on my current TP-Link router). ... And yes, I know I could use DD-WRT on this, but really? ... "
" ... There is no Tomato or DD-WRT firmware for this router. ... "
" ... Had a few problems that turned out to be bugs with the original shipping firmware. ... "
Delivery
6received, box, delivery, arrived
+83%
-17%
" ... Does what it says on the box ... "
" ... Delivery on time and well packaged too. ... "
" ... The version number is on the retail box. ... "
" ... Very efficient firm, order arrived in time. ... "
Build Quality
5cheap, build quality, build, unit, rock
+100%
" ... After a couple of weeks, the performance of this has been rock solid. ... "
" ... quality build and good value ... "
" ... The build quality was average and ease of set up was okay, however it does feel cheap and it didn't live up to expectations. ... - Cheap build quality ... "
" ... Whilst the build is light and plasticy the unit looks good and fairly solid and as long as it's mounted in a safe place I wouldn't worry about being broken. ... "
Resolution
4buffering, 4k, signal
+75%
-25%
" ... Oh, I tested it again with Our Planet, crisp HD, no loss of packets, perfection! ... "
" ... Since doing this we have not had any buffering and in fact have managed to stream 4k from the Amazon Fire box. ... "
" ... Streams 4K video and Hi Res audio with ease as it did before & as I mentioned earlier my signal strength has actually improved in certain areas due to the signal now coming from the link and not the external unit my building uses for the residents. ... "
Features
4useful, basic, settings, security, functions
+100%
" ... Overall, highly recommended - I’m glad I went for the slightly more expensive C3150 over one of the lower models for the additional features it has. ... "
" ... Lots of useful features and security. ... "
Controls
3button
+33%
-67%
" ... I bought it mainly for the parental controls. ... "
" ... the second of the two on a buy again button. ... "
Cables
3benefits, internet, connected, cables
+100%
" ... I connected this device to the cable which had two major benefits. ... "
" ... They could mention that in product description, I bought separate cable. ... "
" ... now am getting the benefits of cable internet. ... "
Size
3bulky
+33%
-67%
" ... Bulky n aesthetically not nice ... "
Design
3+100%
" ... This is of course subjective but the AX6000 looks a lot better too. ... "
" ... Looks the part, to be tested once I'm set up. ... "
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