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TP Link Deco Mesh WiFi System Up to 5 500 sq ft Whole Home Coverage and 100 Devices WiFi Router Extender Replacement Parental Controls Anitivirus Seamless Roaming Deco M5 3 Pack
Last Updated: July 14, 2020 (Refresh Now)
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Network
517house, coverage, signal, deco, throughout
+96%
-4%
" ... Excellent coverage and range all throughout our house and yard. ... "
" ... Internet installers raved about these routers. ... Connection and signal have been great. ... "
" ... Very happy with my tp-link mesh ... "
" ... Signal strength was fine for me but the wifi would constantly drop out (e.g. ... Haven't need to reset the router since I purchase this 2 months ago. ... "
" ... But with this mesh, now having good and un-interrupted internet speeds. ... "
" ... no signal dropping or lag. ... "
" ... strong signal over entire 2 story 4200 sq ft house. ... "
" ... Coverage is fantastic and the dual band 5 and 2.4 does not require changing WiFi connections. ... "
Setup
356easy, app, set, easy to install, easy to set
+98%
-2%
" ... Super easy set up. ... "
" ... It’s so easy to setup that when I added the 2nd unit I had my 6yo do it. ... "
" ... We are not experts and the ease of setup helped a lot. ... "
" ... The install is super consumer friendly which is a plus for anyone not so tech savvy. ... This requires a simple app download to your mobile device for install and set up. ... It’s so easy, if you can get on amazon and read reviews, you can install this amazing product. ... Easy to install and the low profile like a smoke detector is by far the competitive advantage over the other mesh routers in this market range. ... "
" ... but unfortunately you cant hide the ssid, simple to setup and has very good signal strengh ... "
" ... Was a bit concerned because of some reviewers who complained about the configuration software, but found the system very simple to set up. ... In a couple of cases, would have liked a 'back' button, but setup was so easy I simply started from the beginning again to correct a mistake or make a change. ... "
" ... It is a good value for a mesh system, very easy to configure, and had excellent coverage. ... "
" ... Easiest set up I have ever done. ... "
Capacity
318coverage, wifi, signal, throughout, story
+100%
" ... I have a Sun Room that had a week signal. ... "
" ... It's an old frame house with plaster walls (and I'm guessing it's a Faraday cage with wire lathe.) ... This was tolerable for a while, but when work-at-home pushed me to the front of the house, I bought an "extender". ... "
" ... It has given my house full WiFi everywhere. ... "
" ... Used for whole house wifi. ... "
" ... Our house is 3216 sq feet. ... Our main router and first link is in the foyer of our house. ... "
" ... With 2 units I can now get strong wifi in my driveway and most of my backyard. ... "
" ... I have a 3200 sq ft home. ... "
" ... Plenty of coverage for a 4 bedroom, 2 car garage house. ... "
Ease of Use
295setup, easy to set, set, app, easy to install
+99%
" ... Great product, super easy to setup. ... "
" ... Very easy set up, lots of control. ... The UI is very intuitive and has made me actually want to configure my network use more granularly per device. ... "
" ... Easy install once you install the app on your phone. ... Setting up the two additional stations was very easy. ... "
" ... Extremely easy initial setup with the cell phone app. ... "
" ... Install is easy. ... "
" ... The system is very easy and quick to install. ... "
" ... Easiest set up I have ever done. ... "
" ... Could not have been easier to install and works perfectly! ... "
Wifi
264router, mesh, house, wi fi, deco
+96%
-4%
" ... I've gone through several wifi mesh type networks like Google & Ubiquiti and this one is not only easy to setup & manage but its feature rich with no additional subscriptions. ... "
" ... Easy to setup with existing router, quick and made a huge difference in speed. ... "
" ... This did exactly what we wanted which was extend our WiFi coverage throughout our apartment. ... "
" ... I’ve now got sting WiFi throughout the house ... "
" ... Like many others experiences this product has finally solved the mystery of spotty wifi in my home. ... Mesh wifi is definitely the way to go, and this unit was a great value for what you get. ... "
" ... Ordered a Nest WIFI from local Best Buy and picked it up, curbside. ... "
" ... Awesome WiFi signal ... "
" ... I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE my TP-Link Wire mesh WIFI system. ... "
Software Platform
132devices, deco, google, setup, easy
+94%
-6%
" ... The mobile app used for configuration/control works well. ... "
" ... Which brings me to a suggestion for the next upgrade to the app. ... "
" ... Easy to use GUI and cool tools at your fingertips with the app you can download. ... "
" ... The app has features to control devices, security, users, and view overall system. ... "
" ... I like the fact that it sends a notification when a new device logs-in, that you can easily set the name and password of the WiFi. ... "
" ... The app makes it very easy to install and control, and I especially love the different options you can adjust such as antivirus or parental controls. ... "
" ... Skype, Slack and RingCentral meetings immediately began to lock up. ... "
" ... Download the app, plug one of the devices in, set it up. ... The Haven't tried that: Apparently I can control this with my Alexa. ... The Well-I-Don't-Like-That: The app requires your e-mail address, and for you to setup an account with TP-Link to get started. ... "
Device Compatibility
125connected, app, network, deco, setup
+83%
-17%
" ... Needed to 6 nodes for our house because its quite big however very easy to connect . ... "
" ... Extremely easy initial setup with the cell phone app. ... App allows monitoring connected devices and their net usage ... "
" ... I kept the same network name and password so all of my devices connected up without an issue. ... "
" ... You are also able to monitor who is using your network, so if you happen to get an unwanted visitor, you know that you should change your network password. ... "
" ... You just use their phone app to setup and place the three devices and when the lights all turn green you're good to go. ... "
" ... I was able to connect a desktop with no wireless capability to one of the pods, which was awesome. ... "
" ... And then there was a houseful of smart home devices to consider and configure. ... It's all there, and easy to find and configure right from the phone app. ... "
" ... I can instantly turn off wifi for any device from the Deco app on my phone. ... "
Apps
99setup, easy, interface, download, phone
+94%
-6%
" ... Also the app on the smart device is good but wish I could access a web page user interface. ... "
" ... I can see how much time is spent on various websites and applications. ... "
" ... Which brings me to a suggestion for the next upgrade to the app. ... "
" ... - the web UI is as functional as the app ... "
" ... The app is user friendly and makes managing connected devices pretty simple. ... "
" ... Easy to use GUI and cool tools at your fingertips with the app you can download. ... "
" ... The app notifies you every time a new device joins, which we love. ... "
" ... The iPhone app made setting this up super fast and easy. ... "
Ports
61deco, via ethernet, modem, mesh, cable company
+89%
-11%
" ... We connected the first link in the router using the cable in the box. ... "
" ... I have my home wired with ethernet throughout. ... "
" ... We also have a number of wired devices plugged in through the main mesh device. ... "
" ... I plug in a desktop computer and a powerline adapter (that maybe I won't need now) and sometimes other devices to do updates. ... "
" ... This has a made a world of difference in our tv and computer connections. ... "
" ... Plug one of the devices in at your switch, leave it set it up for router. ... Once you are connected, you can take each of the others to their far flung location in your building and plug them in. ... "
" ... Really like the extra network ports to connect a printer or (in the future) a NAS. ... "
" ... Our configuration is as follows: cable modem is wired to a Deco 5. ... "
ISP
60modem, internet, mbps, mesh, internet provider
+95%
-5%
" ... I've got FIOS with a quantum gateway router. ... "
" ... I have Comcast. ... My old router still has internet when connected to my arris sb 6183. ... Oh, and my old router is an old TP-link router. ... "
" ... Very easy to setup and link to your modem. ... "
" ... TP-Link increased my speed from 100mbps to 448mbps!! ... "
" ... We are using this as a replacement for the Comcast modem and router. ... We purchased a modem to go with this router system and it's working great. ... "
" ... It went from 5 MBPS upload to 23 MBPS upload. ... "
" ... Bye bye Netgear. ... Compared to my Netgear, I am getting 200+ Mbps speeds WIRELESSLY! ... "
" ... Faster connection speeds. ... "
Product Reliability
57weeks, ago, system, years, month
+74%
-26%
" ... No dead spots anywhere. ... "
" ... Regardless, this product has proven reliable and effective over these past few weeks. ... "
" ... I purchased it 3 weeks ago, I am going to assume it will continue to work well. ... "
" ... Bought it weeks ago but set it up yesterday. ... Is working great! ... "
" ... That lasted a day or 2. ... This is the best purchase I've had in years! ... "
" ... I debated for months where or not to drop money for a mesh system. ... "
" ... Decided to give this Deco M5 a go, and now 2 weeks later . ... "
" ... just had a couple of weeks, but so far so good ... "
Overall performance
57speeds, performance, fast, mb, getting
+93%
-7%
" ... Everything runs smoothly now. ... "
" ... Speed is incredible, doesn’t crash all the time. ... "
" ... Now I’m getting about 10% faster speeds than I pay for. ... "
" ... But let me tell you, the internet speed is MUCH faster and the connections are smooth and never have issues. ... "
" ... Now strong and fast every where. ... "
" ... A week in, the system is stable and fast. ... "
" ... The speed and dependability made my work-from-home computing seamless. ... "
" ... Performance has been much more stable than previously used solutions. ... "
Price
46money, worth the money, worth every penny, worth, well worth
+96%
-4%
" ... Very happy with this kit, great kit at a great price. ... "
" ... Happy with this system and it was a great price. ... "
" ... Nice App and Value for money ... "
" ... Like the sale price too. ... "
" ... The others cost more money than this did. ... "
" ... Why pay double the price? ... "
" ... Very happy with this purchase and the quality for the price we paid because it was a decision we had to make but with everyone working from home it is working very well for us. ... "
" ... I literally regret all of the money we've spent on other systems. ... "
Internet
20speeds, speed, download, upload, increased
+95%
-5%
" ... I would like it to systematically test internet speed without me having to go in run the test. ... "
" ... Internet connection has improved 100%! ... "
" ... Now we have a strong internet connection wherever we are. ... "
" ... But with this mesh, now having good and un-interrupted internet speeds. ... "
" ... Boosted internet speed on a multi-story unit from 1Mbs to 100+Mbs. ... "
" ... Download speeds have really increased. ... "
" ... The internet is convenient and easy to use. ... "
" ... Over 100mbps, download and upload, I cannot complain! ... "
Marketplace
17amazon, product, works, buy, return
+71%
-29%
" ... This performed as described. ... "
" ... Thank you for your great product! ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Thank you, Jhonalyne! ... "
" ... They are identical. ... "
" ... Works great as advertised ... "
" ... Everything works exactly as described. ... "
" ... When I pointed out that it certainly looked like the image in the ad was of their making, I was told I would get a call from them within two hours. ... "
Returns
12returning, work, try, something, returned
-100%
" ... I ended up returning the item. ... "
" ... If I could return this item, I absolutely would. ... "
" ... Missed the return date because of COVID-19 --so it now seems to have been a waste of 150 bucks. ... "
" ... I returned it hoping for something better after trying 4 times to get it set up. ... "
" ... I will be returning this junk. ... "
" ... I guess I'll return the system and try something else. ... "
" ... I'll be returning these and trying something else. ... "
" ... Rather than try to tinker with it, I immediately returned it. ... "
Features
11parental control, light, app, system, plus
+100%
" ... With the lock down, our family has been working from home. ... "
" ... There are other nice features that allow you to get more information about your network but I haven't explored them all just yet. ... "
" ... There are quite a few options available for network types, as well as a number of interesting features. ... Let the yellow light turn blue ... "
" ... Had to do some digging in teh app afterwards to discover the additional features. ... "
" ... - more advanced features as traditional routers. ... "
" ... I haven't experienced any limitation or lacking features. ... "
" ... Solid red light in setup over and over and over. ... "
" ... blinking LED light means that the units are malfunctioning according to the manual. ... "
Gaming
10game, time, son, changer, play
+90%
-10%
" ... we have about 10 devices with atleast 3 major "users" (one a gamer) running at the same time . ... "
" ... We are able to use it very efficiently for PC gaming as well as run the kids iPads at the same time. ... "
" ... I had no issues providing live instruction to my students and my husband could easily teleconference with our two kids doing online work or gaming. ... "
" ... My husband and I already worked from home but with our 2 youngest son's home these days playing games and watching videos, someone was always complaining about their connection. ... "
" ... It’s a game changer. ... "
" ... Also opposite my son’s bedroom where his gaming laptop was. ... "
" ... I've had no problems at all streaming both movies and games. ... "
For Kids
10time, able, home, child
+90%
-10%
" ... I'm saving the 3rd for my child's dorm room in the fall. ... "
" ... For a year as I saw their equipment burrowing in the neighborhood, I was pumping up the kids telling them that the elusive drop free, FAST internet is right outside our doorstep and the second I was able to make the switch I would do it. ... "
" ... Their children's education is very important at this time. ... "
" ... Set time limits and content restrictions for your child’s phone, computer, and tablet. ... "
" ... We are able to use it very efficiently for PC gaming as well as run the kids iPads at the same time. ... "
" ... Now that my kids are doing eLearning from home this has helped with their experience as well. ... "
" ... Two adults WFH. ... "
" ... We have 3 kids and two WFH adults all sharing the same connection. ... "
Firmware
10update, deco, updates, units, took
+90%
-10%
" ... The red LED lights of the slave units started to blink after I performed a suggested firmware upgrade to 1.4.4 ... "
" ... One big item I would love to see added is support for Express VPN router firmware or another VPN routing function. ... "
" ... Their last firmware update turned my router into a brick every hour. ... "
" ... I could have just put another router upstairs, but, I’ve found that having new routers with the latest and greatest firmware perform better and save trouble in the long run. ... "
" ... It took me less than 15 minutes to setup entire mesh (3 Deco's) and update to latest firmware. ... "
" ... BE SURE TO UPDATE THE FIRMWARE ON YOUR MAIN DECO AS SOON AS YOU HAVE THE OPTION. ... "
" ... Coming from DD-WRT and Tomato, the app was also extremely basic. ... "
" ... The coverage is good, the units are solid, and there are still firmware updates coming. ... "
Controls
6parental, controls, control, button, settings
+50%
-50%
" ... Built in parental controls are nearly worthless. ... "
" ... The parental controls are my main complaint. ... "
" ... There is no fine grained control of parental controls. ... "
Product As Described
6advertised
+100%
" ... When I pointed out that it certainly looked like the image in the ad was of their making, I was told I would get a call from them within two hours. ... "
" ... This performed as described. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Everything works exactly as described. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Works great as advertised ... "
Pedometer
5step, steps, app, setup, app walks
+80%
-20%
" ... I had my doubts about using an app for setup, but it was easy with step by step instructions from the app. ... "
" ... It was beautifully packaged, easy to set up, and the app walked me right through all of the steps of how to do it and even where to put it. ... "
" ... The app walks you through the entire process in very easy to follow steps. ... "
" ... Easy installation steps. ... "
Video Playback
5home, devices, buffering
+80%
-20%
" ... My husband and I already worked from home but with our 2 youngest son's home these days playing games and watching videos, someone was always complaining about their connection. ... "
" ... Now I can stream video in the garage no problem (and am writing this review there right now). ... "
" ... We can enjoy family game time on our devices and steam movies on the TV with no lag or buffering! ... "
For Running
4took, devices
+100%
" ... It took me under 10 minutes to get my mesh up and running. ... "
" ... The system is up and running in 15 mins. ... "
" ... As many as five devices running on weekends. ... "
Cables
4cord, cut, company, step, end
+100%
" ... Works fine with my optimum modum and used all the same wires I pulled them out of the spaceship and put into this. ... "
" ... the cable box has to be at one end so this significantly improved the wireless strength and speed at the other end. ... "
" ... The app took me step by step with directions as simple as 'find this particular cord' and 'is the light yellow, tap yes or no.' ... "
" ... Much more convenient than snaking cables within the walls of my home. ... "
Design
4sitting, looks, design, also
+100%
" ... Love the Deco Mesh. ... "
" ... The style of these is unobtrusive - they don't stand out or look ugly sitting somewhere visible (one is sitting atop the old upright piano in our front room and while it doesn't really 'belong' there, add a candlestick or two and it'll blend right in) - and while I like modern tech, I don't like staring at wires and gadgets and whatnot. ... So A-plus for the design element alone. ... "
" ... I also like the simple, low-profile design ... "
Build Quality
4deco, came, speed, solid, packaging
+75%
-25%
" ... Sturdy Packaging: The device came only in the retail packaging with the shipping label on it. ... "
" ... I could see a use case for true mesh on a large piece of property. ... "
" ... This is Rock solid. ... "
Floors
3basement, 3
+100%
" ... So far, it's working flawlessly and covers all three floors. ... "
" ... Flawless performance on both floors. ... "
Remote
3followed, 2
+67%
-33%
" ... Best of all I now have remote access in my den at the speed advertised by Comcast. ... "
" ... With 2 kids remote learning and 2 parents working, our router wasn't cutting it. ... "
Bluetooth
3setup, app
+100%
" ... Setup: Setup was as simple as downloading the app and flawlessly connecting to each unit via bluetooth. ... "
" ... Download the app and connect with bluetooth. ... "
" ... • These are drop dead simple to install so long as you have a cell phone or tablet with wifi and Bluetooth. ... "
Comfort
3+100%
" ... I bought a set of these and immediately fell in love with them. ... "
" ... Best bang for the buck, hands down. ... "
Battery Life
3+100%
" ... It’s been about 48 hours now since I set it up. ... "
" ... Hopefully it lasts a long time. ... "
" ... These things area life saver! ... "
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