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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£70
  • Avg. price in US: ~$70
  • Wi-Fi version: Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Wi-Fi speed: 300 Mbps
  • Coverage area: ?

TRENDnet TEW-740APBO review. Compare 63 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among wi-fi extenders and if it is worth buying.

5.0

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%

5.0

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Good
5.0

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%

3.6

Wi-Fi Performance

30.0%

5.8

Network & Security

12.0%

5.1

Setup & Management

10.0%

8.0

Hardware & Deployment

8.0%

5.5

Ports

Good
?

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%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 5.1
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    1.0

    Wi-Fi speed

    30.0%

    10

    QoS support

    20.0%

    1.0

    Ethernet backhaul

    15.0%

    10

    N. of LAN ports

  • 5.0
    Travel

    Score components:

    45.0%

    7.9

    Weight

    30.0%

    1.0

    Portable design

    15.0%

    1.0

    Wi-Fi speed

    10.0%

    10

    Access Point mode

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £70

Best rankings

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Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The TRENDnet TEW-740APBO is an outdoor N300 wireless access point and bridge designed for long-range point-to-point connectivity on the 2.4 GHz band. It features a built-in 10 dBi directional antenna, dual 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet ports, and an IP56 or IP67-rated durable housing capable of operating in extreme temperatures from -22° to 140° F. Main pros include its versatile operating modes (AP, WDS, Repeater, WISP), easy pole or wall mounting with included hardware, and the convenience of Power over Ethernet (PoE) which allows for data and power over a single cable up to 60 meters. However, notable cons include its reliance on a proprietary passive PoE injector rather than standard IEEE 802.3af/at protocols, limited speed capped at 300 Mbps on an older Wireless-N standard, and the lack of a 5 GHz band which can lead to interference in congested areas.

Technical Specifications of TRENDnet TEW-740APBO

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%

?

Wi-Fi Performance

30.0%

?

Network & Security

12.0%

?

Setup & Management

10.0%

?

Hardware & Deployment

8.0%

?

Ports

5.0
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO has a technical score of 5.04 points, which is lower than 82.4% 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%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

?
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.
1.0
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 70.6% 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%

5.0

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.5
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.5 points, which is lower than 89.2% 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 4 (802.11n)
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO supports Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), less advanced than 91.2% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 8.8% 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

Single-band
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO supports Single-band, less versatile than 90.2% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 9.8% 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
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO 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

300 Mbps
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO reaches 300 Mbps Wi-Fi speed, slower than 92.2% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 7.8% 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

300 Mbps
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO reaches 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz, slower than 61.8% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 36.3% 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

no
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not support Ethernet backhaul. 52.2% 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

N/A
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

N/A
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

no
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not support roaming. 83.3% of Wi-Fi extenders support roaming.
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

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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
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO has 1 LAN port/s, more than 8.1% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 76.8% of Wi-Fi extenders.
Includes PoE-in LAN.
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

0.1 Gbps
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO offers 0.1 Gbps Ethernet speed, slower than 75.3% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 21.8% 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
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO 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

passive PoE (proprietary)
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO supports passive PoE (proprietary), more capable than 83.3% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 2% of Wi-Fi extenders.
Uses included passive injector.
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

no
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 85.9% of Wi-Fi extenders come with a dedicated smartphone 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
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO has a web management interface. 2% of Wi-Fi extenders have a web management interface.
Local browser-based web UI.
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
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO 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
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO has LED control. 12.1% of Wi-Fi extenders have LED control.
LED control setting available.
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

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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

pole-mount
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

no
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not have a portable design. 66.7% of Wi-Fi extenders have a portable design.
Desktop / fixed-installation 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

61 mm
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO is 61 mm tall, shorter than 79.4% of Wi-Fi extenders.
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

118 mm
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO is 118 mm wide, wider than 75.5% of Wi-Fi extenders.
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

61 mm
TRENDnet TEW-740APBO is 61 mm thick, thicker than 78.4% of Wi-Fi extenders.
54 mm appears for another version.
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TRENDnet TEW-740APBO vs the average wi-fi extender

  • Guest network
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO has a guest network, while the average wi-fi extender does not. 37% of Wi-Fi extenders have a guest network.
    Supports multiple SSIDs.
    What it is: Whether the extender can create a separate guest network.
    When it matters: When you want to give visitors internet access without exposing your main network.

    Importance: LOW

    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO has a guest network, while the average wi-fi extender does not. 37% of Wi-Fi extenders have a guest network.
  • Wide temperature range
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO operates within a wider temperature range than the average wi-fi extender (-22-60 vs 0-40). The average Wi-Fi extender operates within 0-40.
    What it is: The ambient temperature range in which the extender can operate safely.
    When it matters: When the extender will be used in unusually hot, cold, or otherwise demanding environments.

    Importance: LOW

    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO operates within a wider temperature range than the average wi-fi extender (-22-60 vs 0-40). The average Wi-Fi extender operates within 0-40.2,260 vs 40
  • 6 dBi higher antenna gain
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO has higher antenna gain than the average wi-fi extender (10 dBi vs 4 dBi). The average Wi-Fi extender has 4 dBi antenna gain.
    What it is: The antenna gain, describing how effectively the antenna focuses signal.
    When it matters: When you need better speed and signal strength in rooms that are harder to reach.

    Importance: LOW

    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO has higher antenna gain than the average wi-fi extender (10 dBi vs 4 dBi). The average Wi-Fi extender has 4 dBi antenna gain.10 dBi vs 4 dBi
  • 5 dBm stronger transmit power
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO has higher transmit power than the average wi-fi extender (28 dBm vs 23 dBm). The average Wi-Fi extender has 23 dBm of transmit power.
    FCC maximum; CE lower.
    What it is: The maximum wireless transmit power of the extender.
    When it matters: When you need better speed and signal strength in rooms that are harder to reach.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO has higher transmit power than the average wi-fi extender (28 dBm vs 23 dBm). The average Wi-Fi extender has 23 dBm of transmit power.28 dBm vs 23 dBm
  • 61 mm lower height
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO is shorter than the average wi-fi extender (61 mm vs 122 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a height of 122 mm.
    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

    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO is shorter than the average wi-fi extender (61 mm vs 122 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a height of 122 mm.61 mm vs 122 mm
  • 2.9 W lower power consumption
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO uses less power than the average wi-fi extender (6.6 W vs 9.5 W). The average Wi-Fi extender uses 9.5 W of power.
    Higher values appear for other revisions.
    What it is: The power the extender typically uses during normal operation.
    When it matters: When you care about energy use, heat output, or running costs.

    Importance: LOW

    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO uses less power than the average wi-fi extender (6.6 W vs 9.5 W). The average Wi-Fi extender uses 9.5 W of power.6.6 W vs 9.5 W
  • 6 dBi higher antenna gain
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO has higher antenna gain than the average wi-fi extender (10 dBi vs 4 dBi). The average Wi-Fi extender has 4 dBi antenna gain.
  • 5 dBm stronger transmit power
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO has higher transmit power than the average wi-fi extender (28 dBm vs 23 dBm). The average Wi-Fi extender has 23 dBm of transmit power.
  • Guest network
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO has a guest network, while the average wi-fi extender does not. 37% of Wi-Fi extenders have a guest network.
  • Wide temperature range
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO operates within a wider temperature range than the average wi-fi extender (-22-60 vs 0-40). The average Wi-Fi extender operates within 0-40.
  • 61 mm lower height
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO is shorter than the average wi-fi extender (61 mm vs 122 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a height of 122 mm.
  • 2.9 W lower power consumption
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO uses less power than the average wi-fi extender (6.6 W vs 9.5 W). The average Wi-Fi extender uses 9.5 W of power.

Total
Wi-Fi Performance
Network & Security
Hardware & Deployment
  • No Mesh Wi-Fi support
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not support mesh Wi-Fi, while the average wi-fi extender does. 66.7% of Wi-Fi extenders support mesh Wi-Fi.
  • 83.1% slower Wi-Fi speed
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO reaches slower Wi-Fi speed than the average wi-fi extender (300 Mbps vs 1,775 Mbps). The average Wi-Fi extender reaches 1,775 Mbps Wi-Fi speed.
  • No MU-MIMO support
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not support MU-MIMO, while the average wi-fi extender does. 72.5% of Wi-Fi extenders support MU-MIMO.
  • No beamforming support
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not support beamforming, while the average wi-fi extender does. 83% of Wi-Fi extenders support beamforming.
  • 150 Mbps slower 2.4 GHz speed
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO reaches a slower 2.4 GHz speed than the average wi-fi extender (300 Mbps vs 450 Mbps). The average Wi-Fi extender reaches 450 Mbps on 2.4 GHz.
  • No band steering
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not have band steering, while the average wi-fi extender does. 65.3% of Wi-Fi extenders have band steering.
    Single-band only.
  • Limited channel support
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO supports narrower channel widths than the average wi-fi extender (40 + 20 vs 80 + 40 + 20). The average Wi-Fi extender supports 80 + 40 + 20 channel widths.
  • No WPS button
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not have a WPS button, while the average wi-fi extender does. 81.6% of Wi-Fi extenders have a WPS button.
  • 1 fewer antennas
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO has fewer antennas than the average wi-fi extender (1 vs 2). The average Wi-Fi extender has 2 antennas.
    Built-in directional antenna.
  • No Ethernet backhaul
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not support Ethernet backhaul, while the average wi-fi extender does. 51.6% of Wi-Fi extenders support Ethernet backhaul.
  • No WPA3 support
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not support WPA3, while the average wi-fi extender does. 56.7% of Wi-Fi extenders support WPA3.
  • No roaming support
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not support roaming, while the average wi-fi extender does. 82.5% of Wi-Fi extenders support roaming.
  • 90% slower Ethernet speed
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO offers slower Ethernet speed than the average wi-fi extender (0.1 Gbps vs 1 Gbps). The average Wi-Fi extender offers 1 Gbps Ethernet speed.
  • No smartphone app
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not come with a dedicated smartphone app, while the average wi-fi extender does. 85% of Wi-Fi extenders come with a dedicated smartphone app.
  • Not portable
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not have a portable design, while the average wi-fi extender does. 66% of Wi-Fi extenders have a portable design.
    Desktop / fixed-installation form factor.
  • 15 mm thicker
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO is thicker than the average wi-fi extender (61 mm vs 46 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a thickness of 46 mm.
    54 mm appears for another version.
  • 36.6 mm wider
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO is wider than the average wi-fi extender (118 mm vs 81.4 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a width of 81.4 mm.
  • 8.6% heavier
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO is heavier than the average wi-fi extender (304 g vs 280 g). The average Wi-Fi extender weighs 280 g.
  • 4 older release date
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO was released earlier than the average wi-fi extender (2,016 vs 2,020). The average Wi-Fi extender was released in 2,020.
    February 2016
  • No Ethernet backhaul
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not support Ethernet backhaul, while the average wi-fi extender does. 51.6% of Wi-Fi extenders support 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

    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not support Ethernet backhaul, while the average wi-fi extender does. 51.6% of Wi-Fi extenders support Ethernet backhaul.
  • No Mesh Wi-Fi support
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not support mesh Wi-Fi, while the average wi-fi extender does. 66.7% of Wi-Fi extenders support mesh Wi-Fi.
    What it is: Whether the extender can join a mesh Wi‑Fi setup for smoother whole-home coverage.
    When it matters: When you want smoother roaming and more consistent coverage across your home.

    Importance: HIGH

    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not support mesh Wi-Fi, while the average wi-fi extender does. 66.7% of Wi-Fi extenders support mesh Wi-Fi.
  • 83.1% slower Wi-Fi speed
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO reaches slower Wi-Fi speed than the average wi-fi extender (300 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

    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO reaches slower Wi-Fi speed than the average wi-fi extender (300 Mbps vs 1,775 Mbps). The average Wi-Fi extender reaches 1,775 Mbps Wi-Fi speed.300 Mbps vs 1775 Mbps
  • No WPA3 support
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO 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

    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not support WPA3, while the average wi-fi extender does. 56.7% of Wi-Fi extenders support WPA3.
  • No MU-MIMO support
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not support MU-MIMO, while the average wi-fi extender does. 72.5% of Wi-Fi extenders support MU-MIMO.
    What it is: Whether the extender supports MU-MIMO for more efficient simultaneous connections.
    When it matters: When many phones, laptops, TVs, and smart-home devices are online at the same time.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not support MU-MIMO, while the average wi-fi extender does. 72.5% of Wi-Fi extenders support MU-MIMO.
  • No roaming support
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not support roaming, while the average wi-fi extender does. 82.5% of Wi-Fi extenders support roaming.
    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

    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not support roaming, while the average wi-fi extender does. 82.5% of Wi-Fi extenders support roaming.
  • No smartphone app
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not come with a dedicated smartphone app, while the average wi-fi extender does. 85% of Wi-Fi extenders come with 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

    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO does not come with a dedicated smartphone app, while the average wi-fi extender does. 85% of Wi-Fi extenders come with a dedicated smartphone app.
  • 90% slower Ethernet speed
    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO offers slower Ethernet speed than the average wi-fi extender (0.1 Gbps vs 1 Gbps). The average Wi-Fi extender offers 1 Gbps Ethernet 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

    TRENDnet TEW-740APBO offers slower Ethernet speed than the average wi-fi extender (0.1 Gbps vs 1 Gbps). The average Wi-Fi extender offers 1 Gbps Ethernet speed.0.1 Gbps vs 1 Gbps
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Wi-Fi Performance
Network & Security
Ports
Setup & Management
Hardware & Deployment

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What customers like about TRENDnet TEW-740APBO?

  • Strong signal strength for large open outdoor areas like backyards
  • Solid and reliable wireless connection once configured
  • Effective 10 dBi directional antenna for building-to-building connectivity
  • Durable IP67-rated housing for outdoor weather protection
  • Helpful and reachable English-speaking technical support
  • Good value for the price compared to other outdoor solutions

What customers dislike about TRENDnet TEW-740APBO?

  • Setup software and initial configuration can be difficult or 'trying'
  • Uses a proprietary 12V PoE injector, making it incompatible with standard 24V/48V injectors
  • Slower maximum Wi-Fi speeds (300 Mbps) compared to modern dual-band or mesh systems
  • Lacks modern features like beamforming, MU-MIMO, and dedicated app control
  • Single-band only (2.4 GHz), which is more prone to network congestion
  • Only one LAN port available for direct wired connections

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