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TP Link AV2000 Powerline Adapter 2 Gigabit Ports Ethernet Over Power Plug Play Power Saving 2x2 MIMO Noise Filtering Extra Power Socket for other Devices Ideal for Gaming TL PA9020P KIT
Last Updated: April 16, 2022 (Refresh Now)
7.4
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/10
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Connectivity
234ethernet, outlet, mbps, ethernet cable, router
+76%
-24%
" ... Having 2 ports on the receiver lets me plug one cable directly into a PC and the other cable into an old N600 router that we have set up as an access point. ... I plugged the old AV600 adapter into smart TV in the basement. ... "
" ... Plugged Bluetooth adapter into outlet close to router. ... (Used 14 foot ethernet cord happened ti have). ... Plugged in -had another 50 foot ethernet cord-, led it upstairs to computer ethernet port and viola-wired internet. ... "
" ... After setting this up I saw ~60 Mbps with the device behind the TV on a power strip, and it jumped up to ~180 Mbps plugged into the wall. ... This is more than enough for 4K TV, even if it isn’t close to running Ethernet or what the device promises. ... The shape is pretty crappy, but works fine for a non-grounded plug on the top outlet (eg HomePod) and if you need both look into short extension cords like I have pictured. ... "
" ... It comes with 2 ethernet cabes to connect the product with the router and to connect with my computer. ... Overall amazing and you should definitely buy it if you have a fast wifi plan other way you don’t need it cuz wifi wont change for you if you are broke and cant pay for fast wifi. ... "
" ... I have an Ethernet network throughout my house now. ... "
" ... Simple to set up, now we can use a computer in a back room without needing WiFi. ... "
" ... It's definitely less expensive than getting someone to run an ethernet cable and you don't even lose the power outlets! ... I'm even thinking of getting more just to give my desktop the reliability of a wired connection even though the wifi is fine. ... "
" ... Plugged into various different outlets and I may as well be plugging in a box of rocks. ... "
Usage
183setup, wifi, easy to set, easy, upstairs
+89%
-11%
" ... Multiple outlets in different rooms and the speeds never got any better. ... It was easy to setup/pair, works but nowhere near expectation. ... "
" ... It doesn't get any easier: unpack it, plug it in, it works. ... In my house I have 3 of them. ... "
" ... Simple to use low latency. ... "
" ... In fact, with just a couple of minutes easy setup, it worked perfectly, and has remained stable now for several weeks. ... Easy-peasy solution! ... "
" ... Easy setup but lights on side are not easy to read. ... "
" ... I prefer to be hard wired so I have run Cat 6 thru the house. ... In rooms that I could not reach I just plugged these in (after the easy setup) and I have instant hard wire access. ... "
" ... Working well for my needs in an old twisty house. ... "
" ... I was having WiFi issues with my router being in the living room and desktop 30+ feet away with several walls, including a bathroom in the way. ... Also took me a while to get them to pair on initial setup but have been zero maintenance in the 18 months since. ... "
Network
174house, tp link, mbps, router, av2000
+82%
-18%
" ... This brought good stable internet into my home office. ... Wifi was always intermittent, but I am able to count on this semi wired connection all the time. ... "
" ... Bought to solve home Wi-Fi issues. ... "
" ... If you're looking for a Wi-fi extender, look elsewhere as it doesn't exist. ... "
" ... I have several of these scattered throughout my house and can get Netflix without any dropouts anywhere. ... My Wifi was not fast enough for my Roku, but the AV2000 is more than fast enough, scoring around 19 Mbps on Ookla Speedtest. ... "
" ... But.its better than just wifi ... "
" ... Would recommend for the lack of packet loss and stable wired connection alone ... "
" ... Improved my WiFi signal significantly ... "
" ... I live in a 2300 square foot house and my Airport Extreme network just wasn't cutting it anymore. ... Now I'm actually getting the download speeds I'm paying on all four networks throughout the house. ... "
Performance
59speeds, performance, tests, av600, seconds
+80%
-20%
" ... They were easy to set up and the speed is great! ... "
" ... And yes, there are some less expensive powerline units that might get the job done but they offer less than gigabit speed and/or no pass through plug outlet. ... "
" ... Show's I dropped roughly 5mb download speed. ... "
" ... Highly recommended for it's ease of use and connection speed, go for it! ... "
" ... My adapters were showing 250mbps and repeated speed tests showed 80mpbs. ... "
" ... First thing I did was go to run some speed tests and was pleasantly surprised (105Mbps down / 15Mbps up). ... "
" ... I'm happily relieved this works in my house across circuits, and I don't even have any speed loss. ... "
" ... I've been using it for a little over two months now and have been absolutely enjoying the slight speed upgrade on top of the consistency for gaming and downloading. ... "
Reliability
42working, units, stopped working, weeks, covid
+50%
-50%
" ... Very short life. ... "
" ... Given the half-life of the product is so short and based on other reports of these devices dying, I have doubts regarding the quality of this product. ... I hope I can get the dead unit replaced. ... "
" ... Do not buy, only provides 100mb, should have returned them but tried to get them working correctly. ... "
" ... This product is a piece of junk / waste of my time. ... Perhaps I had a defective item as that happens . ... "
" ... Bought this product after having problems with their av500 disconnecting intermittently throughout the week. ... "
" ... In the last month they have only managed to connect one time. ... "
" ... Worked well for about 3 months and then died, won't work at all now. ... "
" ... Bought this in June and it has already stopped working. ... Loved it while it worked but 6 month is not an acceptable lifespan. ... "
Cable
35cables, house, wire, cat, wires
+60%
-40%
" ... Hook up the cord to whatever device you want and you’re done. ... "
" ... Pretty fast connection for a bunch of questionable wiring. ... "
" ... I have a garage that will converted into an apartment and had run cat 6 cable from the house. ... "
" ... Several months ago, I cut the cable and moved all of our TVs to Fire TV sticks and a Fire TV cube. ... "
" ... Even though I was paying the cable company for 100 megabits per second I was actually getting seven megabytes per second. ... "
" ... I’m currently using the adapter on a short cord extension to allow access to the lower outlet without issue. ... "
" ... And you still can't beat hardwire cat 5e! ... "
" ... (Used 14 foot ethernet cord happened ti have). ... "
Marketplace
32back, returning, sending, works as advertised, works
+34%
-66%
" ... These simply do not work as advertised. ... I will be sending them back. ... "
" ... I opened the box up today only to find that it had been opened and used already. ... "
" ... amazon suport = no help. ... Perhaps I had a defective item as that happens . ... "
" ... I'll be sending them back. ... "
" ... The whole box is a joke and a lie. ... "
" ... Very disjointing and also a pain to return it nowadays. ... "
" ... They kept giving a date and pushing it back. ... "
" ... It contains false advertising. ... "
Software
29tp link, firmware, app, tests, network
+55%
-45%
" ... If you do an internet search you will find the Av2000 units at the top of nearly every "ten best" list available. ... "
" ... This is shown in the TOP command prompt windows and 10 tests shown next to it with the results. ... I then plugged the two computers into the Powerline units and ran 10 iperf tests, shown in the BOTTOM command prompt windows and 10 tests results shown next to it. ... "
" ... I love these, and I love that I can monitor them via a desktop app - flawless connections from the office to my living room, where I run an AP, TV, and XBox off of it. ... "
" ... I bought it based on a Google search for the best powerline adapters for 2022. ... I am using these for less demanding apps like streaming movies and shows. ... "
" ... Pros: Works very well and has an intuitive and mostly useful GUI for troubleshooting. ... "
" ... Working well to connect home office and a tv to the internet. ... "
" ... Also improved internet TV and Roku. ... "
" ... Using the tp-link app tpPLC(If you have tp-link adaptors get this app) to see what the units are reporting as their connection speed. ... "
Gaming
29streaming, game, online, games, son
+93%
-7%
" ... I still can game and work like normal ... "
" ... Got for teen for gaming, haven’t had any complaints ... "
" ... I use it for gaming on my PS4. ... "
" ... Ping seems to be very good, which is good for gamers. ... "
" ... Still as fast as straight ethernet to a gaming console? ... "
" ... Bought it for my son who is a gamer. ... "
" ... Which is perfect for gaming or watching tv in my man cave ... "
" ... It’s real easy to plug and play, the connection is really good and stable (perfect for gaming) my house has any where from 7-9 wifi devices on at the same time. ... "
Marketplace / Returns
18returning, back, sending, replaced, item
+11%
-89%
" ... Returning this immediately. ... "
" ... I would return them but my return date expired yesterday. ... "
" ... I'll be sending them back. ... "
" ... Have started the return. ... "
" ... Then return if it doesn’t work out. ... "
" ... So for me, this doesn't work and is going back. ... "
" ... Very disjointing and also a pain to return it nowadays. ... "
" ... Will be returning. ... "
Marketplace / Marketplace
15works, worked as advertised, helpful, described, amazon
+67%
-33%
" ... Did exactly as advertised ... "
" ... It performed as described. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... It has worked as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Thanks for taking the time to read my review and I hope you find it helpful in making a buying decision. ... "
" ... Worked as advertised. ... "
" ... - The representative I chatted with was helpful ... "
Price
12worth the money, money, definitely, well worth, rate
+75%
-25%
" ... Other than that, this is a great product at a great price. ... "
" ... Well worth the small investment. ... "
" ... More money, but based on my experience with both, definitely worth it! ... "
" ... Worth the money and easy to use! ... "
" ... good product for the money. ... "
" ... Works so much better and is about the same price. ... "
" ... The price here was probably the lowest I found. ... "
Size
11outlet, prong, grounded, bulky, upper
+18%
-82%
" ... On top of that is pretty bulky. ... "
" ... The unit blocks one of the sockets when it is plugged in, so that a grounded plug will no longer fit in the socket. ... "
" ... Sure, they have a socket on the fact of the product but it's pointless if it renders the upper socket unusable. ... The designer failed in properly assessing the fit and form of the product. ... "
" ... Downsides are that they are quite bulky and take up both plugs on the outlet if you need the ground. ... "
" ... The only negative is how bulky it is. ... It sticks out pretty far from the wall, is really noticeable, fits awkwardly in the plug, and all but blocks the other outlet. ... "
" ... - The adapters themselves are very bulky. ... "
" ... I CAN ONLY FIT ONE IN AN OUTLET WITH TWO SOCKETS THE BOTTOM OF THE ADAPTER COVERS THE SECOND OUTLET. ... "
Marketplace / Product As Described
9works, worked as advertised, described, advertised, photos
+89%
-11%
" ... Did exactly as advertised ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... It has worked as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... It performed as described. ... "
" ... Worked as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
Resolution
8streaming, stream, 1440p, 4k content, videos
+88%
-13%
" ... This is more than enough for 4K TV, even if it isn’t close to running Ethernet or what the device promises. ... "
" ... I use to to stream movies in 4K and haven’t had any issues … high recommend ... "
" ... I now have a continuous HD video stream. ... "
" ... Average 80 m/sec which is more than adequate even for 4K video streaming. ... "
" ... Streaming lots of 4K videos and this does the trick. ... "
" ... I couldn't get a speed test running on it, but it handled 4k streaming just fine (although YouTube defaulted to 1440p). ... "
" ... I use this product to provide internet television (Amazon Prime, YouTube, Netflix, etc) to my upstairs 4K UHD television and high speed internet to all 3 bedrooms. ... "
Body
8space, top, outlet, well worth, speed
+38%
-63%
" ... On top of that is pretty bulky. ... "
" ... If the product top was flat which exposed the upper plug in the socket this would be a 5-star review. ... "
" ... Downsides are that they are quite bulky and take up both plugs on the outlet if you need the ground. ... "
" ... The only negative is how bulky it is. ... "
" ... - The adapters themselves are very bulky. ... "
Video
6youtube videos, movies, watching, videos, video
+100%
" ... I am using these for less demanding apps like streaming movies and shows. ... "
" ... My video calls are uninterrupted. ... "
" ... I now have a continuous HD video stream. ... "
" ... I can actually watch Youtube videos while i work, no spinny buffering thingy, no stuttering. ... Now, i shouldn't be watching Youtube videos while i work, but i had to test the improvement somehow, didn't I? ... "
" ... Streaming lots of 4K videos and this does the trick. ... "
" ... No more lagging when online gaming/streaming movies. ... "
Power
6outlet, outage, lines, line
+67%
-33%
" ... Nice that you can run data through your power lines. ... "
" ... Best power line adaptors ever made ... "
" ... Reconnects after a power outage by itself. ... "
" ... Pass through 15 amp power ... "
Design
6flaw, seems, like, 3, star
+67%
-33%
" ... Seems like a major design flaw. ... "
" ... This is a solid piece of tech, with a small flaw in design. ... "
" ... I do wish the design was a bit reduced in height though. ... "
" ... but who uses paper anymore? ... "
Sound
5noise, circuit, amp, wiring, static
+40%
-60%
" ... There isn't much that would cause interference or noise, so I'm baffled. ... "
" ... In addition, they created static noise at all of my speakers through the house. ... "
Lagging
4reset, pressing, latency, lag, button
+50%
-50%
" ... it makes latency spike. ... I ended up hitting latency in the range of multiple seconds when it was working! ... "
Camera
4zoom calls, fewer, family, due, drops
+100%
" ... Purchased a few sets due to the entire family having to be on zoom for work or school last year. ... Zoom works much when plugged into an ethernet cable. ... "
" ... I bought this for working remotely, Zoom meetings, and virtual gatherings with friends and family. ... "
" ... I was able to convert it into a wired camera. ... "
" ... It has also made Zoom calls more reliable, with fewer drops and freezes. ... "
Remote
3wifi, room, connect, remote unit, mbps
+100%
" ... This product was instrumental in setting up my home office when I began remote work. ... "
" ... GIVES MUCH MORE VERSATILITY SUCH AS DIRECT CONNECT TO REMOTE COMPUTER IF WIFI IS DOWN. ... "
" ... I plugged the Cat6 wire from the remote unit into a network switch and hooked up a pile of electronics, now they all connect to the Internet. ... "
Battery
3life, battery, backup
-100%
" ... Then i will get back on a few hours later and it fixed itsel ... "
" ... If you discover you are unable to use it because of technical difficulties, they charge an outrageous restocking fee. ... "
" ... Very short life. ... "
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