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TP Link USB Bluetooth Adapter for PC 4 0 Bluetooth Dongle Receiver Support Windows 10 8 1 8 7 XP for Desktop Laptop Mouse Keyboard Printers Headsets Speakers PS4 Xbox Controllers UB400
Last Updated: March 30, 2020 (Refresh Now)
7.9
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
398
Old Reviews
0
Unverified
39
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Review Analysis - 359 recent, verified reviews
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Device Compatibility
128pc, windows 10, devices, windows, desktop
+75%
-25%
" ... This $10 dongle solved the problem. ... "
" ... It is just plug and play for my windows 10 PC at work. ... I have this connected to my wireless headphones. ... "
" ... I was able to hookup my Xbox controller and my bluetooth headphones and everything worked perfectly. ... Would definitely recommend this to anyone without any bluetooth on their computers! ... "
" ... Plug and play for Win10. ... Been outside a few times and no issues listening to the pc. ... "
" ... No problems adding new devices. ... "
" ... I am able to use this adapter with my XBox controllers in front of the PC. ... "
" ... All I needed to do was plug this dongle into my Windows 10 computer and it was ready to go. ... "
" ... It easily recognizes and connects to any bluetooth devices I hook up to my computer. ... Would recommend this device to anyone who seeks a bluetooth adapter for their PC. ... "
Bluetooth
92adapter, pc, devices, dongle, tp link
+85%
-15%
" ... There are plenty of no name bluetooth adapters on here that have great reviews, but I decided to go with a trusted name in TP-Link. ... I was able to hookup my Xbox controller and my bluetooth headphones and everything worked perfectly. ... "
" ... Plug in and just connect the bluetooth device and that's all there is to it. ... "
" ... It allowed my pc to connect to Bluetooth for my Xbox remote. ... "
" ... Upon plugging in the adapter, the Bluetooth symbol automatically showed on Windows 10. ... "
" ... Perhaps add BT 5.0 support or at least 4.2. ... "
" ... Now if you do what I did you will have to go into device manager and disable your built in Bluetooth. ... "
" ... No issues so far, and have used it with several Bluetooth headphones and speakers. ... "
" ... Go to your device manager under Bluetooth and right click and doable your built-in device, probably Intel. ... "
Setup
53install, easy to install, windows 10, plug and play, easy
+91%
-9%
" ... Easy to use and it's just plug and play. ... "
" ... For windows 10, there is no installation required which is good. ... "
" ... Then I assigned it to my Windows 10 virtual machine (KVM) and had no problems with Windows 10 automatically detecting it without needing to install any drivers or reboot. ... "
" ... Easy to install as drivers automatically install themselves upon plugging in the USB. ... "
" ... Windows picked it up on boot up and my Linux install did the same. ... "
" ... · Simple plug-and-play installation in Windows 10 ... "
" ... Easy to install and easy to use. ... "
" ... Simple installation, no hassles or problems. ... "
Ports
53plug, usb, usb port, windows 10, pc
+77%
-23%
" ... Simple plug and play, works great on my 6 year old asus laptop ... "
" ... I am able to use this adapter with my XBox controllers in front of the PC. ... "
" ... Using this adapter with a Dell computer running Windows 10 and a set of Apple Air Pods and it works very well. ... "
" ... All I had to do was a) disable the laptop's Bluetooth on Device Manager and b) plug the TP-Link on an available USB port and c) scan for my headset, pair it, and connect it. ... "
" ... Worked great as a simple plug and play dongle in my aging z68 pc. ... "
" ... I am using this adapter to connect my Xbox One controller to my PC and it works great. ... "
" ... So I then made sure to move it to a USB 2.0 port and Windows instantly found it. ... I was able to confirm this behavior using the remaining USB 2.0 and 3.X ports on my PC. ... "
" ... Plugged into the USB port on my laptop and it worked right out of the box. ... "
Drivers
49driver, windows 10, installed, download, tp link
+51%
-49%
" ... No driver needed for windows 10 and all I need to do is to plug it in and walk straight away without any issues. ... "
" ... The necessary drivers auto-installed, I selected my headphones in the listing, and it worked perfectly. ... "
" ... Easy to install as drivers automatically install themselves upon plugging in the USB. ... "
" ... I plugged the adapter in and the drivers auto installed and I have the blue tooth Icon again. ... "
" ... Plugged this into my PC running Linux (kernel 5.4.3) and it automatically detected it without needing to install any drivers or reboot. ... "
" ... i had to reboot after installing drivers but it worked on windows 7 computer and is fine. ... "
" ... Plug it in via a USB on your computer, it should automatically download the drivers, and link up whatever Bluetooth devices you are using. ... "
" ... Need to use a 3rd party program to control drivers over Bluetooth? ... "
Ease of Use
42easy to install, simple, plug and play, easy to use, install
+93%
-7%
" ... Out of sight, simple, and VERY helpful. ... "
" ... Cheap and easy to set up. ... "
" ... Simple to use. ... "
" ... All you gotta do is plugin and you're set! ... "
" ... This bluetooth is small and easy to install. ... "
" ... Easy to install flawless ... "
" ... Easy to pair upto 5 devices with just one TP Link nano. ... "
" ... Super easy to install! ... "
Software Platform
32windows, software, windows 7, os, install
+63%
-38%
" ... Update: Bought a PS4 Controller and it works flawlessly with Windows 10. ... "
" ... For Windows 7 users, a simple download is required that installs the CSR Harmony Wireless Software Stack, that is provided by TP-Link website, add your device and you are up and running. ... For Windows 10 users, it is simply plug in and use. ... "
" ... Works very well on windows 10. ... "
" ... Windows picked it up on boot up and my Linux install did the same. ... "
" ... Plug in, reboot, and the OS recognized the bluetooth receiver. ... "
" ... The device worked immediately upon plugging it in (Windows 10). ... "
" ... Windows 10 detects and sets it up. ... "
" ... To my surprise, when I booted into Ubuntu 19.1, the OS detected it right away - no extra installations required! ... "
Sound Quality
24sound quality, audio, speaker, headphones, terrible
+63%
-38%
" ... I turned on my Boom speaker and paired it with my PC and it works perfectly. ... "
" ... But then it sounded better later so I think it's fine. ... "
" ... Good range and audio. ... "
" ... Im not sure about the sound quality as that would come from my speaker not this thing. ... But yeah, my speaker sound quality is good. ... "
" ... Audio sounds great and has the range I need for my home and office ... "
" ... So far the sound I get on my earbuds is excellent. ... "
" ... I have wireless music now lol ... "
" ... Sound is great with no latency. ... "
Product Reliability
19working, defective, computer, seems, problems
+58%
-42%
" ... Plugged in worked instantly. ... "
" ... Starting working in just a few seconds. ... "
" ... now no problems ... "
" ... worked and for price is good ... "
" ... Working flawlessly on my new rig! ... "
" ... This worked perfectly on two of my PCs. ... "
" ... I just plugged it in and it worked immediately. ... "
" ... I've used it for a few weeks and so far it's working w/o any issues. ... Will report back, if I have any problems . ... "
Network
19signal, connection, tp link, feet, adapter
+58%
-42%
" ... TP-Link products have always worked as advertised for me. ... "
" ... I tested the range and it reaches at least 25 feet, plenty for my needs. ... "
" ... Range is also decent. ... "
" ... Range is OK, tested in both my house and office. ... "
" ... This tiny adapter works very stable and I did not encounter connectivity issue at all. ... "
" ... Really surprised at TP Link. ... "
" ... No issues with auto-reconnect after moving out of range. ... "
" ... Range could be better but works fine. ... "
Gaming
15xbox, work, controllers, xbox one, pc
+67%
-33%
" ... Absolute game changer! ... "
" ... Paired my xbox controller without any issue, no lag during gameplay. ... "
" ... I have tried controllers like the XBox one, and 8bitdo controllers with this and they work just fine. ... "
" ... Works for Xbox one controller. ... "
" ... Used this for a gaming controller and it works great with little (not noticeable) latency. ... "
" ... I will be purchasing another one for my custom built PC to connect my wireless gaming controllers. ... "
" ... Bought it for a Windows MR headset and controllers. ... "
" ... When your PC is at full load the input from the controller seems to lag pretty badly too but this was resolved by turning graphics settings down. ... "
Price
14money, good, waste, beat, work
+86%
-14%
" ... Not only does this product work better than advertised, but given the price point, I did not expect it to work this well, regardless of which OS I use it with. ... "
" ... Like I said though it's a very small gripe and for the price it was a great purchase! ... "
" ... This is a great adapter for the money . ... "
" ... This is a good product and the price make it more attractive .I will definitely buy another one ... "
" ... Worth so much more than the $10 measly bucks it cost on Amazon. ... "
" ... · Good price offered by a trusted brand ... "
" ... Used for headphones and it works well for the job and price . ... "
" ... Quality and the price . ... you can't beat. ... "
Mouse
9bluetooth, keyboard, logitech, laptop, finally
+78%
-22%
" ... I use it to connect my laptop to a smart bike trainer, a keyboard and a mouse. ... "
" ... Now I have had my Wacom tablet, mx master mouse, and headphones connected at once and it does okay but the range is reduced. ... "
" ... I am using this for my work computer to connect a Logitech M336 mouse and everything is working perfectly. ... "
" ... Connect your keyboards and mice. ... "
" ... Finally I was able to pair my keyboard and mouse without issue with my Windows vm. ... "
" ... Now I can finally use my bluetooth mouse with my laptop. ... "
" ... The connection with my AirPod and mouse is stable when moving around and no latency so far. ... "
Headphones
8bluetooth, connected, wireless, pc, icon
+63%
-38%
" ... I have this connected to my wireless headphones. ... "
" ... This adapter works great for my bluetooth headphones. ... "
" ... Ever since Samsung and iPhone devices ditched their headphone jack, I have been using bluetooth headphones. ... "
" ... Then chose headphones and viola, sound comes from the head phones. ... I found that tiny little drop down icon, opened it chose headphones . ... Now I know it works, time for some better headphones. ... "
Marketplace
8amazon, advertised, products, delivered
+88%
-13%
" ... The product was as described. ... "
" ... Item was shipped quickly. ... Got it in three days with Prime. ... "
" ... Exactly as expected. ... "
" ... Item is as described! ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
Capacity
7range, feet, work, tested, pc
+86%
-14%
" ... I have my PC in one room and the TV in the next. ... "
" ... I tested the range and it reaches at least 25 feet, plenty for my needs. ... "
" ... I use this on my work PC and I was amazed that I could walk all the way to our kitchen (75ft with 7-10 walls) and still get clear signal in my headphones! ... "
" ... I typically sit about 4 feet from where this is plugged in, but I'm able to go pretty much anywhere in my house without a hiccup. ... "
" ... Range is OK, tested in both my house and office. ... "
Overall performance
6works, transfer
+50%
-50%
" ... That's 408 useless MB occupying my SSD. ... "
" ... Generally, the performance has been the same for all of them, which is acceptable, and the only difference may be a couple of feet of range. ... "
Lagging
6restart, noticeable, input, get, audio
+33%
-67%
" ... One big issue you cannot overlook is the audio lag. ... "
" ... First off the basic functionality is flawed after the first restart. ... "
" ... Further, there is about a 2-3 second lag in the sound which makes it completely unusable. ... "
Product As Described
6advertised
+83%
-17%
" ... The product was as described. ... "
" ... Exactly as expected. ... "
" ... Item is as described! ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
Size
6+100%
" ... Nice and compact design without annoying lights flashing is a plus. ... "
" ... It's small and unobtrusive. ... "
" ... I like the compact style. ... "
" ... · Tiny, stylish, won’t take much space ... "
" ... Works well for using things while at my desk. ... "
" ... Tiny size and worked perfectly out of the box. ... "
Apps
5work, windows, uninstall, os, lag
+20%
-80%
" ... Does not work with all audio programs. ... "
" ... I upload the picture ,Itriedmanyotheethods, Google, YouTube, thenafter2 hours,I gaveup,totally dissapointed. ... "
" ... This is a dumb (software dependent) dongle that needs software to work. ... "
" ... Instead, that software works, but it does not sync with Windows. ... "
Returns
5returned, delivered, defective, days, amazon
-100%
" ... Sadly it did not work for me, had to return it. ... "
" ... I returned it because it didn’t work as advertised. ... "
" ... Attempted several times. ... "
" ... After 3 days I gave and thru it in the trash. ... "
" ... Don't know if I had a defective item, but will return and try something else. ... "
For Running
4working, seems, bluetooth
+75%
-25%
" ... Worked with my laptop to connect to my bike trainer via Bluetooth to run Zwift. ... "
" ... I think I was up and running in about 2 minutes. ... "
Keyboard
4keyboard, windows, well, pair, magic keyboard
+75%
-25%
" ... I use it to connect my laptop to a smart bike trainer, a keyboard and a mouse. ... "
" ... Connect your keyboards and mice. ... "
" ... Finally I was able to pair my keyboard and mouse without issue with my Windows vm. ... "
Controls
3pc, boom, bluetooth
+67%
-33%
" ... With the Boom, there is a tiny button next to the bluetooth icon on top that I had to press so that the PC could find the speaker. ... "
" ... If you found my review helpful, please hit that button so I can continue to grow as a reviewer. ... "
Remote
3pc, bluetooth
+67%
-33%
" ... Paired a PS4 Remote without issue. ... "
" ... It allowed my pc to connect to Bluetooth for my Xbox remote. ... "
Cables
3usb, feels, build
+100%
" ... Plug and play just like the packaging said. ... "
" ... Plug it in, pair, and away you go. ... "
Delivery
3amazon
+100%
" ... Item was shipped quickly. ... "
" ... This is totally worth the money, especially when it is under $6, and was delivered in 2 days. ... "
Call quality
3phone, pc, headset, get, connect
+33%
-67%
" ... But when I say "call," I really mean "sit on hold on forever and never, ever get your call answered." ... "
" ... Like others, the unit worked for about 2 weeks then started hearing static in headset. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 780 meters
Connectivity
Bluetooth: Yes
USB: Yes