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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£55
  • Avg. price in US: ~$60
  • Wi-Fi version: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Wi-Fi speed: 1900 Mbps
  • Coverage area: 260 m²

TP-Link RE550 review. Compare 63 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among wi-fi extenders and if it is worth buying.

7.6

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the Wi-Fi extender's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to spot the best Wi‑Fi extenders overall.

Score components:

80.0%

7.2

Technical Score

20.0%

9.1

User score

Very good
7.2

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the Wi-Fi extender's technical performance, covering eight key areas: speed, coverage, signal stability, connectivity, Ethernet features, mesh support, ease of setup, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare Wi‑Fi extenders based on speed, coverage, ports, and wireless features.

Score components:

40.0%

6.9

Wi-Fi Performance

30.0%

6.6

Network & Security

12.0%

8.7

Setup & Management

10.0%

6.2

Hardware & Deployment

8.0%

10

Ports

Very good
9.1

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the Wi-Fi extender.

When it matters: When you want to know how a Wi‑Fi extender performs in daily use and how reliably it maintains a stable connection over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

8.7

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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  • 6.0
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    6.3

    Wi-Fi speed

    30.0%

    1.0

    QoS support

    20.0%

    10

    Ethernet backhaul

    15.0%

    10

    N. of LAN ports

  • 8.2
    Travel

    Score components:

    45.0%

    7.3

    Weight

    30.0%

    10

    Portable design

    15.0%

    6.3

    Wi-Fi speed

    10.0%

    10

    Access Point mode

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Verdict

The TP-Link RE550 is an AC1900 dual-band Wi-Fi extender that delivers combined speeds up to 1900 Mbps (1300 Mbps on 5 GHz and 600 Mbps on 2.4 GHz) and covers up to 12,000 square feet. Its main characteristics include three adjustable high-gain external antennas for targeted signaling, a dedicated Gigabit Ethernet port for high-speed wired connections or Access Point mode, and full EasyMesh/OneMesh compatibility for seamless roaming. Key pros are its exceptional coverage area, simple setup via the TP-Link Tether app, and stable performance with MU-MIMO and beamforming technologies. However, main cons include a lack of Wi-Fi 6 support, significant speed degradation at maximum range due to half-duplex operation, and bright status LEDs that cannot be dimmed.

Technical Specifications of TP-Link RE550

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the Wi-Fi extender's technical performance, covering eight key areas: speed, coverage, signal stability, connectivity, Ethernet features, mesh support, ease of setup, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare Wi‑Fi extenders based on speed, coverage, ports, and wireless features.

Score components:

40.0%

6.9

Wi-Fi Performance

30.0%

6.6

Network & Security

12.0%

8.7

Setup & Management

10.0%

6.2

Hardware & Deployment

8.0%

10

Ports

7.2
TP-Link RE550 has a technical score of 7.2 points, which is lower than 52% of Wi-Fi extenders.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the Wi-Fi extender.

When it matters: When you want to know how a Wi‑Fi extender performs in daily use and how reliably it maintains a stable connection over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

8.7

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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9.1
TP-Link RE550 has a user score of 9.11 points, which is higher than 95.1% of Wi-Fi extenders.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the Wi-Fi extender.
When it matters: When you prefer to buy a Wi‑Fi extender that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
10
TP-Link RE550 has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 49% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the Wi-Fi extender's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a Wi‑Fi extender with a good balance between performance and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.6

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

8.3
TP-Link RE550 has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.3 points, which is higher than 53.9% of products in this category.
Wi-Fi version
What it is: The Wi‑Fi generation the extender supports, such as Wi‑Fi 5, Wi‑Fi 6, or Wi‑Fi 6E.
When it matters: When you want the extender to work well with newer routers and support modern wireless features.

Importance: HIGH

Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
TP-Link RE550 supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), more advanced than 9.8% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 44.1% of Wi-Fi extenders.
Wi-Fi bands
What it is: The wireless frequency bands the extender can use.
When it matters: When your router and devices depend on support for the right Wi‑Fi bands.

Importance: HIGH

Dual-band
TP-Link RE550 supports Dual-band, more versatile than 10.8% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 74.5% of Wi-Fi extenders.
6 GHz band support
What it is: Whether the extender can operate on the 6 GHz band.
When it matters: When you want the extender to work well with newer routers and support modern wireless features.

Importance: LOW

no
TP-Link RE550 does not support the 6 GHz band. 5.9% of Wi-Fi extenders support the 6 GHz band.
Wi-Fi speed
What it is: The combined theoretical maximum wireless speed across the supported bands.
When it matters: When you need better speed and signal strength in rooms that are harder to reach.

Importance: HIGH

1900 Mbps
TP-Link RE550 reaches 1900 Mbps Wi-Fi speed, faster than 59.8% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 4.9% of Wi-Fi extenders.
Max speed 2.4 GHz
What it is: The maximum supported wireless speed on the 2.4 GHz band.
When it matters: When you need better speed and signal strength in rooms that are harder to reach.

Importance: MEDIUM

600 Mbps
TP-Link RE550 reaches 600 Mbps on 2.4 GHz, faster than 75.5% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 14.7% of Wi-Fi extenders.
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Ethernet backhaul
What it is: Whether the extender supports Ethernet backhaul through a wired network connection.
When it matters: When you want a more stable link over Ethernet instead of relying only on wireless repeating.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
TP-Link RE550 supports Ethernet backhaul. 48.9% of Wi-Fi extenders support Ethernet backhaul.
Mesh compatibility
What it is: The mesh systems or ecosystems the extender can work with.
When it matters: When you want smoother roaming and more consistent coverage across your home.

Importance: LOW

EasyMesh
Mesh standard
What it is: The mesh standard or ecosystem the extender uses.
When it matters: When you want smoother roaming and more consistent coverage across your home.

Importance: LOW

EasyMesh
Roaming feature
What it is: Whether the extender supports seamless roaming between network nodes.
When it matters: When you want smoother roaming and more consistent coverage across your home.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
TP-Link RE550 supports roaming. 17.7% of Wi-Fi extenders support roaming.
Requires mesh system.
802.11k support
What it is: Whether the extender supports 802.11k for better roaming information between access points.
When it matters: When you want smoother roaming and more consistent coverage across your home.

Importance: LOW

yes
TP-Link RE550 supports 802.11k. 27.1% of Wi-Fi extenders support 802.11k.
Requires OneMesh/EasyMesh.
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N. of LAN ports
What it is: The number of wired LAN ports on the extender.
When it matters: When you need to connect wired devices such as TVs, consoles, PCs, or switches.

Importance: MEDIUM

1
TP-Link RE550 has 1 LAN port/s, more than 8.1% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 76.8% of Wi-Fi extenders.
Ethernet port speed
What it is: The maximum Ethernet speed supported by the wired ports.
When it matters: When you connect wired devices and want them to run at full local network speed.

Importance: MEDIUM

1 Gbps
TP-Link RE550 offers 1 Gbps Ethernet speed, faster than 25.7% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 64.4% of Wi-Fi extenders.
N. of USB ports
What it is: The number of USB ports on the extender.
When it matters: When you need to connect wired devices such as TVs, consoles, PCs, or switches.

Importance: LOW

0
TP-Link RE550 has 0 USB port/s, equal to 97.1% of Wi-Fi extenders.
PoE standard
What it is: The Power over Ethernet standard the extender supports, if any.
When it matters: When you want to power the extender over Ethernet instead of using a separate power adapter.

Importance: LOW

N/A
Dedicated smartphone app
What it is: Whether the extender can be managed through a dedicated smartphone app.
When it matters: When you want easier setup, monitoring, and control from your phone.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
TP-Link RE550 comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 15.2% of Wi-Fi extenders come with a dedicated smartphone app.
TP-Link Tether app.
Web UI management
What it is: Whether the extender offers a web-based interface for setup and management.
When it matters: When you prefer advanced setup and control from a web browser.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
TP-Link RE550 has a web management interface. 2% of Wi-Fi extenders have a web management interface.
Web UI at tplinkrepeater.net.
Automatic firmware updates
What it is: Whether the extender can install firmware updates automatically.
When it matters: When you want security and stability updates without having to manage them manually.

Importance: LOW

no
TP-Link RE550 does not have automatic firmware updates. 48% of Wi-Fi extenders have automatic firmware updates.
LED control
What it is: Whether the extender’s LED indicators can be adjusted or turned off.
When it matters: When the extender sits in a bedroom or another space where bright status lights can be annoying.

Importance: LOW

yes
TP-Link RE550 has LED control. 12.1% of Wi-Fi extenders have LED control.
Physical LED button.
Buttons present
What it is: The physical buttons available on the extender, such as reset, power, or WPS.
When it matters: When you prefer direct physical controls instead of relying only on software menus.

Importance: LOW

wps, reset, power, led
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Mounting type
What it is: The mounting style the extender uses, such as wall-plug or desktop placement.
When it matters: When the extender needs to fit neatly into a tight space, behind furniture, or near an outlet.

Importance: LOW

wall-plug
Portable design
What it is: Whether the extender has a travel-friendly portable design, usually a compact plug-in form factor rather than a larger desktop or fixed-installation unit.
When it matters: When you want an extender that is easy to pack, move between locations, or use temporarily while travelling.

Importance: LOW

yes
TP-Link RE550 has a portable design. 34.3% of Wi-Fi extenders have a portable design.
Derived from compact plug-in form factor.
Height
What it is: The height of the extender body.
When it matters: When the extender needs to fit neatly into a tight space, behind furniture, or near an outlet.

Importance: LOW

163 mm
TP-Link RE550 is 163 mm tall, taller than 81.4% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 3.9% of Wi-Fi extenders.
Excluding antenna height.
Width
What it is: The width of the extender body.
When it matters: When the extender needs to fit neatly into a tight space, behind furniture, or near an outlet.

Importance: LOW

76.4 mm
TP-Link RE550 is 76.4 mm wide, narrower than 60.8% of Wi-Fi extenders.
163 mm also appears in some sources.
Thickness
What it is: The depth or thickness of the extender body.
When it matters: When the extender needs to fit neatly into a tight space, behind furniture, or near an outlet.

Importance: LOW

66.5 mm
TP-Link RE550 is 66.5 mm thick, thicker than 87.3% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 1% of Wi-Fi extenders.
76.4 mm also appears in some sources.
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TP-Link RE550 vs the average wi-fi extender

  • 79.3% larger coverage area
    TP-Link RE550 covers a larger area than the average wi-fi extender (260 m² vs 145 m²). The average Wi-Fi extender covers 145 m².
    What it is: The estimated area the extender is designed to cover.
    When it matters: When you need better speed and signal strength in rooms that are harder to reach.

    Importance: HIGH

    TP-Link RE550 covers a larger area than the average wi-fi extender (260 m² vs 145 m²). The average Wi-Fi extender covers 145 m².260 m² vs 145 m²
  • 150 Mbps faster 2.4 GHz speed
    TP-Link RE550 reaches a faster 2.4 GHz speed than the average wi-fi extender (600 Mbps vs 450 Mbps). The average Wi-Fi extender reaches 450 Mbps on 2.4 GHz.
    What it is: The maximum supported wireless speed on the 2.4 GHz band.
    When it matters: When you need better speed and signal strength in rooms that are harder to reach.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    TP-Link RE550 reaches a faster 2.4 GHz speed than the average wi-fi extender (600 Mbps vs 450 Mbps). The average Wi-Fi extender reaches 450 Mbps on 2.4 GHz.600 Mbps vs 450 Mbps
  • 1 more antennas
    TP-Link RE550 has more antennas than the average wi-fi extender (3 vs 2). The average Wi-Fi extender has 2 antennas.
    What it is: The number of antennas built into or attached to the extender.
    When it matters: When you need better speed and signal strength in rooms that are harder to reach.

    Importance: LOW

    TP-Link RE550 has more antennas than the average wi-fi extender (3 vs 2). The average Wi-Fi extender has 2 antennas.3 vs 2
  • 7% faster Wi-Fi speed
    TP-Link RE550 reaches faster Wi-Fi speed than the average wi-fi extender (1,900 Mbps vs 1,775 Mbps). The average Wi-Fi extender reaches 1,775 Mbps Wi-Fi speed.
    What it is: The combined theoretical maximum wireless speed across the supported bands.
    When it matters: When you need better speed and signal strength in rooms that are harder to reach.

    Importance: HIGH

    TP-Link RE550 reaches faster Wi-Fi speed than the average wi-fi extender (1,900 Mbps vs 1,775 Mbps). The average Wi-Fi extender reaches 1,775 Mbps Wi-Fi speed.1900 Mbps vs 1775 Mbps
  • 1 more spatial streams
    TP-Link RE550 has more spatial streams per band than the average wi-fi extender (3 vs 2). The average Wi-Fi extender has 2 spatial streams per band.
    What it is: The number of spatial streams supported on each wireless band.
    When it matters: When many phones, laptops, TVs, and smart-home devices are online at the same time.

    Importance: LOW

    TP-Link RE550 has more spatial streams per band than the average wi-fi extender (3 vs 2). The average Wi-Fi extender has 2 spatial streams per band.3 vs 2
  • 11.3% higher user score
    TP-Link RE550 has a higher user score than the average wi-fi extender (9.11 vs 8.180).
    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the Wi-Fi extender.
    When it matters: When you want to know how a Wi‑Fi extender performs in daily use and how reliably it maintains a stable connection over time according to user feedback.
    TP-Link RE550 has a higher user score than the average wi-fi extender (9.11 vs 8.180).9.11 vs 8.18
  • 79.3% larger coverage area
    TP-Link RE550 covers a larger area than the average wi-fi extender (260 m² vs 145 m²). The average Wi-Fi extender covers 145 m².
  • 150 Mbps faster 2.4 GHz speed
    TP-Link RE550 reaches a faster 2.4 GHz speed than the average wi-fi extender (600 Mbps vs 450 Mbps). The average Wi-Fi extender reaches 450 Mbps on 2.4 GHz.
  • 1 more antennas
    TP-Link RE550 has more antennas than the average wi-fi extender (3 vs 2). The average Wi-Fi extender has 2 antennas.
  • 7% faster Wi-Fi speed
    TP-Link RE550 reaches faster Wi-Fi speed than the average wi-fi extender (1,900 Mbps vs 1,775 Mbps). The average Wi-Fi extender reaches 1,775 Mbps Wi-Fi speed.
  • 1 more spatial streams
    TP-Link RE550 has more spatial streams per band than the average wi-fi extender (3 vs 2). The average Wi-Fi extender has 2 spatial streams per band.

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Wi-Fi Performance
  • No WPA3 support
    TP-Link RE550 does not support WPA3, while the average wi-fi extender does. 56.7% of Wi-Fi extenders support WPA3.
  • No QoS support
    TP-Link RE550 does not support QoS, while the average wi-fi extender does. 57.4% of Wi-Fi extenders support QoS.
  • No IPv6 support
    TP-Link RE550 does not support IPv6, while the average wi-fi extender does. 90.5% of Wi-Fi extenders support IPv6.
  • 20.5 mm thicker
    TP-Link RE550 is thicker than the average wi-fi extender (66.5 mm vs 46 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a thickness of 46 mm.
    76.4 mm also appears in some sources.
  • 25% heavier
    TP-Link RE550 is heavier than the average wi-fi extender (350 g vs 280 g). The average Wi-Fi extender weighs 280 g.
  • 41 mm taller
    TP-Link RE550 is taller than the average wi-fi extender (163 mm vs 122 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a height of 122 mm.
    Excluding antenna height.
  • 3 older release date
    TP-Link RE550 was released earlier than the average wi-fi extender (2,017 vs 2,020). The average Wi-Fi extender was released in 2,020.
    January 2017
  • No WPA3 support
    TP-Link RE550 does not support WPA3, while the average wi-fi extender does. 56.7% of Wi-Fi extenders support WPA3.
    What it is: Whether the extender supports WPA3 wireless security.
    When it matters: When you want stronger protection for your network and connected devices.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    TP-Link RE550 does not support WPA3, while the average wi-fi extender does. 56.7% of Wi-Fi extenders support WPA3.
  • No QoS support
    TP-Link RE550 does not support QoS, while the average wi-fi extender does. 57.4% of Wi-Fi extenders support QoS.
    What it is: Whether the extender supports Quality of Service to prioritize certain traffic.
    When it matters: When the extender needs to fit cleanly into a more advanced network setup.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    TP-Link RE550 does not support QoS, while the average wi-fi extender does. 57.4% of Wi-Fi extenders support QoS.
  • No IPv6 support
    TP-Link RE550 does not support IPv6, while the average wi-fi extender does. 90.5% of Wi-Fi extenders support IPv6.
    What it is: Whether the extender supports IPv6 network addressing.
    When it matters: When the extender needs to fit cleanly into a more advanced network setup.

    Importance: LOW

    TP-Link RE550 does not support IPv6, while the average wi-fi extender does. 90.5% of Wi-Fi extenders support IPv6.
  • 20.5 mm thicker
    TP-Link RE550 is thicker than the average wi-fi extender (66.5 mm vs 46 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a thickness of 46 mm.
    76.4 mm also appears in some sources.
    What it is: The depth or thickness of the extender body.
    When it matters: When the extender needs to fit neatly into a tight space, behind furniture, or near an outlet.

    Importance: LOW

    TP-Link RE550 is thicker than the average wi-fi extender (66.5 mm vs 46 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a thickness of 46 mm.66.5 mm vs 46 mm
  • 25% heavier
    TP-Link RE550 is heavier than the average wi-fi extender (350 g vs 280 g). The average Wi-Fi extender weighs 280 g.
    What it is: The total weight of the extender.
    When it matters: When you want an extender that is easier to move, mount, or place without adding bulk.

    Importance: LOW

    TP-Link RE550 is heavier than the average wi-fi extender (350 g vs 280 g). The average Wi-Fi extender weighs 280 g.350 g vs 280 g
  • 41 mm taller
    TP-Link RE550 is taller than the average wi-fi extender (163 mm vs 122 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a height of 122 mm.
    Excluding antenna height.
    What it is: The height of the extender body.
    When it matters: When the extender needs to fit neatly into a tight space, behind furniture, or near an outlet.

    Importance: LOW

    TP-Link RE550 is taller than the average wi-fi extender (163 mm vs 122 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a height of 122 mm.163 mm vs 122 mm
  • 3 older release date
    TP-Link RE550 was released earlier than the average wi-fi extender (2,017 vs 2,020). The average Wi-Fi extender was released in 2,020.
    January 2017
    What it is: The year this extender model was first released.
    When it matters: When you want a newer platform with longer support and more up-to-date hardware.

    Importance: LOW

    TP-Link RE550 was released earlier than the average wi-fi extender (2,017 vs 2,020). The average Wi-Fi extender was released in 2,020.2017 vs 2020
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What customers like about TP-Link RE550?

  • Effective at eliminating dead zones in large, multi-story homes
  • Simple and quick setup using the TP-Link Tether app or WPS button
  • EasyMesh compatibility allows for a seamless, unified network with compatible routers
  • Gigabit Ethernet port provides reliable wired connectivity for gaming consoles or smart TVs
  • Adjustable external antennas help optimize signal direction
  • Stable connection with minimal dropouts reported over long-term use

What customers dislike about TP-Link RE550?

  • Bulky design can obstruct adjacent power outlets
  • LED indicator lights are very bright and cannot be dimmed or turned off via the app
  • Significant speed degradation occurs at the maximum range of the extender
  • Older Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) technology lacks the future-proofing of Wi-Fi 6
  • Only features a single Ethernet port, limiting multiple wired connections
  • Lightweight plastic build quality can feel less premium than higher-end models

Expert reviews

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pcmag.com
02/04/2026
The Best Wi-Fi Range Extenders We've Tested for 2026

PCMag highlights that budget-friendly range extenders under $100, such as the top-rated TP-Link AX3000 (RE715X), effectively eliminate dead zones, with many modern units offering "mesh-ready" hybrid capabilities for seamless roaming. These devices are praised for excellent signal amplification, user-friendly app setups, and inclusion of Gigabit Ethernet ports. However, the review...Read more

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vividrepairs.co.uk
02/02/2026
TP-Link RE550 WiFi Extender Review UK (2026) - Tested

The TP-Link RE550 WiFi Extender (£52.99) is a budget-friendly, Wi-Fi 5 (AC1900) range extender well-suited for expanding network coverage to stubborn dead zones in large homes. During a three-week test in a three-storey Victorian house with thick brick walls, it reliably boosted top-floor bedroom speeds from an unstable 15–20 Mbps to a stable 85 Mbps, which is more than adequate for...Read more

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moz.de
09/08/2021
Wi-Fi Router and Repeater Test: TP-Link Archer and RE 330/550

Here is a specific summary of the TP-Link hardware review: Review Summary The review evaluates the TP-Link Archer C80 router alongside the RE330 and RE550 Wi-Fi repeaters, demonstrating how they combine to create a stable, budget-friendly "OneMesh" home network. The Archer C80 router is highlighted as a high-performing budget option (under €60) that delivers speeds up to 600 Mbit/s...Read more

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faz.net
09/02/2026
The Best Wi-Fi Repeater | Test 04/2026 | F.A.Z. Kaufkompass", "The Best Wi-Fi Extender | Review 04/2026 | F.A.Z. Kaufkompass

The AVM Fritz!Repeater 1200 AX is named the best overall Wi-Fi repeater for most users due to its compact design, strong performance, and affordable price point. Operating as a dual-band Wi-Fi 6 device, it delivers high transmission speeds by utilizing a 160 MHz channel bandwidth in the 5 GHz band, which significantly outperforms its Wi-Fi 5 predecessor. Key advantages include...Read more

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bestcheck.de
21/09/2021
TP-Link RE550 - Wi-Fi Range Extender | BestCheck

The TP-Link RE550 Wi-Fi Range Extender review outlines a highly budget-friendly device that balances cost-effectiveness with satisfactory coverage performance. Tested by CHIP, this dual-band repeater delivers solid data transmission rates over an aggregate bandwidth of 2134 Mbps using four external antennas. It is highly praised for being power-efficient, drawing only around seven...Read more

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chip.de
21/09/2021
TP-Link RE550 Review: Range Extender with Solid Basic Features

The TP-Link RE550 is a highly affordable Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) range extender that provides a budget-friendly solution for eliminating wireless dead zones. In performance testing, it delivered a satisfactory but average download speed of 244 Mbps under optimal conditions (12 metres from the router) and dipped to 211 Mbps in a practical 30-metre scenario, with a maximum recorded...Read more

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