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TP Link N300 Wi Fi Range Extender TL WA850RE
Last Updated: November 24, 2018 (Refresh Now)
7.2
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999
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Network
289wifi, extender, house, extend, range extender
+74%
-26%
" ... Denitely helps as a range extender for your wifi signal. ... "
" ... I have this installed in my home office room to extend the signal from the second where the router is located. ... I used this in combination with range extender from other manufacturer with no problem. ... Extremely powerful pulling signal your way. ... "
" ... Increased my WiFi signal outside my house. ... "
" ... We have them everywhere because our house is spread out. ... The modem and Wi-Fi routers are in the dining room, which is kind of central. ... The extenders are: 2x garage, kitchen, living room, 2x master , and 2 upstairs. ... "
" ... Really extends the WIFI coverage at home. ... "
" ... I can now use my wifi in the garage ... "
" ... SSID can be changed, but the password has to be same as wifi that you are extending from. ... "
" ... I have other WIFI Range Extenders that work well. ... "
Setup
194easy, instructions, install, easy to set, easy to install
+90%
-10%
" ... Plugged it in, tried option 1, the wps button setup, and it somehow completely reconfigured my wireless router and knocked all my other wireless devices off the network. ... "
" ... Set up was super easy. ... "
" ... Very happy with this product and setup was very simple. ... "
" ... Was easy to set up and worked with in minutes of putting it in place. ... "
" ... Easy instructions to install. ... "
" ... Easy setup and looks very nice. ... "
" ... Easy to install and it provides a larger range than our actual router. ... "
" ... Set up instruction is easy to follow, but it did take me almost 1/2 day to figure out the optimized setting for my house (using only 5G network + turning off 2.4G ... "
Wifi
192extender, wi fi, signal, extend, tp link
+69%
-31%
" ... Denitely helps as a range extender for your wifi signal. ... "
" ... Increased my WiFi signal outside my house. ... "
" ... The modem and Wi-Fi routers are in the dining room, which is kind of central. ... I will use one for my magicjack go and connect house phone and our all-in-one printer/fax/copier/scanner. ... "
" ... Really extends the WIFI coverage at home. ... "
" ... SSID can be changed, but the password has to be same as wifi that you are extending from. ... "
" ... This was a big help for our home to cover a guest room that was on the edge of the wifi range. ... "
" ... I had previously purchased the TP-Link N300 and was quite happy with it but I wanted to extend the 5g signal too so I purchased the AC750. ... It has greatly improved wifi throughout areas of my home that signals were previously poor. ... "
" ... for Wifi coverage set at Mid ... "
Ease of Use
144setup, easy to set, easy to install, set, works great
+93%
-7%
" ... Make sure you have a laptop or pc close to it for doing setup as it makes it easier. ... "
" ... Set up was super easy. ... "
" ... Very happy with this product and setup was very simple. ... "
" ... Was easy to set up and worked with in minutes of putting it in place. ... "
" ... I work in IT and this is fool proof for the normal user. ... "
" ... Easy setup and looks very nice. ... "
" ... Easy install, inexpensive & great range. ... "
" ... Easy to set up. ... "
Capacity
111wifi, signal, bedroom, extend, garage
+91%
-9%
" ... Increased my WiFi signal outside my house. ... "
" ... We have them everywhere because our house is spread out. ... The modem and Wi-Fi routers are in the dining room, which is kind of central. ... The extenders are: 2x garage, kitchen, living room, 2x master , and 2 upstairs. ... "
" ... This extension works wonderful on the other side of my house. ... "
" ... I can now use my wifi in the garage ... "
" ... This was a big help for our home to cover a guest room that was on the edge of the wifi range. ... "
" ... Easy to setup and extended my range throughout my whole 2800 square foot house. ... "
" ... This is not a very powerful extender but works well enough for me, enough to cover the whole house. ... "
" ... This allows me to share my wifi with my neighbors. ... "
Device Compatibility
86devices, wifi, connected, connection, extender
+48%
-52%
" ... I tried smashing it with a hammer an had no better luck with that than with connecting to it. ... "
" ... Tried all of the methods to get this thing to even be recognized . ... "
" ... I bought it because my iPad was constantly losing connection with my wifi, and I thought maybe by using a range extender, the connection would be constant. ... "
" ... This one is next to impossible to connect to my WIFI. ... "
" ... I have tried both the quick method (ie button) and the browser method but neither results in consistent pairing. ... "
" ... Tried to connect this using two different computers and it wouldn't work. ... "
" ... Was dropping out frequently, will not connect at all now. ... "
" ... Their phone lines were so bad it was impossible to communicate. ... "
Product Reliability
80worked, months, stopped working, stop, ago
+44%
-56%
" ... One year later it stopped working. ... "
" ... ıts not working in any place ... "
" ... I got it working sorta. ... "
" ... until after 1 month. ... "
" ... Disappointed it’s no longer working well. ... "
" ... I've replaced this already thinking it was potential a mechanical issue. ... "
" ... It caused my router to crash. ... "
" ... I had high hopes that were sadly misled after using this product for two months. ... "
ISP
58extender, internet, connect, connection, internet connection
+57%
-43%
" ... If you need 5ghz like I do. ... "
" ... Would be great if had a little better connection speeds. ... "
" ... Mostly just plug it in and let it know the local WiFi credentials. ... "
" ... I bought it to boost the signal to my Roku Express device. ... "
" ... I have a Comcast router and pay for 150 MBPS. ... "
" ... The solution to this is to have a separate SSID for the extender ... this way, you can manually connect to the extender as you please. ... "
" ... Extender works very well when wirelessly connecting to router and then connecting to your device through Ethernet though. ... "
" ... Easy to pair with router. ... "
Price
56money, waste your money, worth, worth the money, well worth
+64%
-36%
" ... price was hard to beat. ... "
" ... Given the price (~ $28-29), it is a good machine doing what it is designed to do. ... Overall, I really recommend it, especially you are on a budget! ... "
" ... Worth every penny. ... "
" ... Very good for the price. ... "
" ... It gets the job done at the right price. ... "
" ... The price point was less than its competitors and yet it was still part of the top 5. ... "
" ... It was worth the money spent. ... "
" ... Good buy for its price. ... "
Overall performance
39job, speed, fast, speeds, works very well
+79%
-21%
" ... Works very well so far. ... "
" ... Works very well ... "
" ... Works great for me so far. ... "
" ... Works very well ... "
" ... Works really well. ... "
" ... Does it’s job ... "
" ... When product functions properly, it does it's job well. ... "
" ... Defiantly works and works well! ... "
Returns
35returned, back, sent, returning, working
+3%
-97%
" ... Didn't work for me so I had to return it. ... "
" ... Not even worth sending it back ... "
" ... I returned it. ... "
" ... The return policy is pretty limited and requires the original box and unopened. ... "
" ... So I'm definitely returning it. ... "
" ... returned as it did not work for me. ... "
" ... I finally called Amazon, and they gave me my money back, even though the 30 day return period was over. ... "
" ... I had to return it. ... "
Marketplace
28expected, works, work, described, back
+61%
-39%
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works just as expected. ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Will add pics soon. ... "
" ... Just what I wanted and expected . ... "
" ... Better than expected! ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
Ports
19plugged, ethernet port, wired, extender, ethernet cable
+68%
-32%
" ... These extenders can be used to make wired devices wireless by plugging them in the Ethernet port. ... "
" ... Setup took about 15-20 and required only the device, an already existing wifi network, and a computer (no need for plugging in ethernet cables ... "
" ... I have their Power Line Adapter and it works great. ... "
" ... I've been very pleased with all the TP-Link products I've used including powerline adapters, range extenders, network switches and wireless routers. ... "
" ... I presume it is not required for charging the device, but possibly provides an option to connect to a USB port to power this Repeater if there is no AC outlet? ... "
" ... Extender works very well when wirelessly connecting to router and then connecting to your device through Ethernet though. ... "
" ... the Powerline adapter I am using (TP-Link AV200 Nano Powerline Adapter) ... "
" ... It also has a Ethernet port which is cool. ... "
Software Platform
18web, error, browser, password, page
+39%
-61%
" ... i subsequently looked into it and the supposed threat was a regular windows program. ... "
" ... went thru initial set up no problem, but made an error on Wu Fi password. ... "
" ... Only have iPads, no PC's so disconnected everything, reset and changed router login and password. ... "
" ... Had trouble setting it up (in fact i'm still having trouble when i try to reach the set up web page) but after calling their customer service number, works perfectly! ... "
" ... Even the android app couldn't find it. ... I kept getting the error page telling me to try something I was already doing. ... "
" ... Netflix still runs slow or not at all. ... "
" ... This morning the internet crashed again! ... "
" ... Then they say to download some software from their website but that is no help. ... "
User Manual
17manual, documentation, watched, install, followed the instructions
+47%
-53%
" ... No instructions or documentation in the box . ... "
" ... It is impossible to get this to work, either because the product is defective or because the instructions are unintelligible. ... "
" ... then had to reset the unit to factory, set it all up like in the manual. ... "
" ... I followed the instructions and even read the supplied printed documentation. ... "
" ... Works good but instructions could have a little more detailed. ... "
" ... instructions are a disaster. ... "
" ... Tried to install according to instructions. ... "
Product As Described
17expected, works, work, described, advertised
+82%
-18%
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works just as expected. ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Will add pics soon. ... "
" ... Just what I wanted and expected . ... "
" ... Better than expected! ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
Apps
14web, mobile, browser, site, setup
+64%
-36%
" ... Checked before & after speeds with a free app & it made a phenomenal difference. ... "
" ... I replaced an older Netgear unit with this one and have been pretty satisfied with streaming apps as well as general connectivity with smartphones and laptops. ... "
" ... I really like the app to see what the status of my network is and have full control of the features available. ... "
" ... I used the browser (Chrome) method to setup a connection and it was smooth and easy. ... "
" ... Makes YouTube and other stuff load much quicker. ... "
" ... Netflix and other video apps run very smoothly. ... "
" ... the app is great too! ... "
" ... I was able to set it up without a computer through my mobile phone and use the app that they have for it to edit the name for the extension of the wifi. ... "
Delivery
13product, item, promised, packaged, mail
+85%
-15%
" ... Received with nice pack, item is good ... "
" ... It got shipped quickly (ordered like 2AM on Sunday and received in the late afternoon!) ... and packaged well. ... "
" ... Worked as promised. ... "
" ... Received late, but it was easy to install and works great so far ... "
" ... Works as promised. ... "
" ... Was really impressed upon receiving the Box. ... "
" ... This is an excellent product that was delivered promptly. ... "
" ... Delivered as schedule. ... "
Video Playback
12streaming, stream, netflix, buffering, videos
+83%
-17%
" ... Read some very good reviews, and watched the set-up video online which made the set-up very clear. ... "
" ... There is a video presentation on U-Tube on this Option #1. ... "
" ... Now i can watch 4k without endless buffering and blur. ... "
" ... Although there was quite a bit more speed loss, my connection is stable and still fast enough for video streaming despite having two instead of three bars of signal strength. ... "
" ... Also the instructional video was very clear and well done. ... "
" ... I used to have interruptions at least once or twice during almost every movie or show I was streaming. ... "
" ... See video on setup! ... "
" ... Netflix and other video apps run very smoothly. ... "
Bluetooth
12pairing, pair, wps, requires, reconnect
+25%
-75%
" ... When it does lose signal, it always requires a reset and then re-pairing. ... It is always difficult to pair. ... It usually requires 5+ attempts before successful pairing. ... "
" ... Was dropping out frequently, will not connect at all now. ... "
" ... It did connect but would only stay connected for 30 minutes at a time. ... "
" ... Lost connect often. ... "
" ... Loses connection often. ... "
" ... Wouldn't pair up. ... "
" ... But when it happens, it means you need to completely reset the range extender and redo the setup, or your other devices will constantly get booted off the network. ... "
Lagging
10times, slow, works, seems, router
+20%
-80%
" ... When it works, it's terribly slow. ... "
" ... It caused my router to crash. ... "
" ... Was not able to reset. ... "
" ... total slow downs and ridiculous disconnects. ... "
" ... I must reset it a few times per day ... "
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