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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£90
  • Avg. price in US: ~$50
  • Wi-Fi version: Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Wi-Fi speed: 300 Mbps
  • Coverage area: ?

TRENDnet TEW-755AP review. Compare 63 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among wi-fi extenders and if it is worth buying.

5.5

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%

5.5

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Good
5.5

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%

7.0

Network & Security

12.0%

5.1

Setup & Management

10.0%

5.8

Hardware & Deployment

8.0%

10

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

  • 4.4
    Travel

    Score components:

    45.0%

    6.6

    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~ £90

Best rankings

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All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The TRENDnet TEW-755AP is a versatile N300 PoE wireless access point that delivers data transfer speeds up to 300 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band using 802.11n technology. It features a high-performance Gigabit PoE LAN port for single-cable power and data connectivity, internal MIMO antennas for extended coverage, and supports multiple operation modes including Access Point, Client, WDS, and Repeater. Main pros include its low-profile aesthetic, centralized management through an included Windows-based utility for multi-unit control, and flexible mounting options for ceilings or walls. However, cons include its limitation to the dated Wi-Fi 4 (N) standard, lack of a 5 GHz band for higher bandwidth tasks, and the absence of a modern mobile app for setup.

Technical Specifications of TRENDnet TEW-755AP

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

5.5
TRENDnet TEW-755AP has a technical score of 5.54 points, which is lower than 77.5% 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-755AP 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%

5.5

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.9
TRENDnet TEW-755AP has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.9 points, which is lower than 78.4% 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-755AP 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-755AP 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-755AP 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-755AP 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-755AP 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-755AP 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

?
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

yes
TRENDnet TEW-755AP supports roaming. 17.7% of Wi-Fi extenders support roaming.
Roaming Assist.
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-755AP 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

1 Gbps
TRENDnet TEW-755AP 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
TRENDnet TEW-755AP 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

802.3af
TRENDnet TEW-755AP supports 802.3af, more capable than 86.3% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 2% of Wi-Fi extenders.
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-755AP 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-755AP has a web management interface. 2% of Wi-Fi extenders have a web management interface.
Browser-based web management.
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-755AP 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-755AP has LED control. 12.1% of Wi-Fi extenders have LED control.
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

wall-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-755AP 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

46 mm
TRENDnet TEW-755AP is 46 mm tall, shorter than 84.3% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 2.9% 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

187 mm
TRENDnet TEW-755AP is 187 mm wide, wider than 91.2% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 2% 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

46 mm
TRENDnet TEW-755AP is 46 mm thick, thinner than 47.1% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 7.8% of Wi-Fi extenders.
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TRENDnet TEW-755AP vs the average wi-fi extender

  • Guest network
    TRENDnet TEW-755AP has a guest network, while the average wi-fi extender does not. 37% of Wi-Fi extenders have a guest network.
    Supports captive portal.
    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-755AP has a guest network, while the average wi-fi extender does not. 37% of Wi-Fi extenders have a guest network.
  • IP-rated protection
    TRENDnet TEW-755AP has a more durable IP rating than the average wi-fi extender (IP30 vs not rated). The average Wi-Fi extender has not rated protection.
    With mounting plate installed.
    What it is: The IP protection rating against dust and moisture.
    When it matters: When the extender may be installed in a dusty, damp, or otherwise exposed location.

    Importance: LOW

    TRENDnet TEW-755AP has a more durable IP rating than the average wi-fi extender (IP30 vs not rated). The average Wi-Fi extender has not rated protection.IP30 vs not rated
  • 76 mm lower height
    TRENDnet TEW-755AP is shorter than the average wi-fi extender (46 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-755AP is shorter than the average wi-fi extender (46 mm vs 122 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a height of 122 mm.46 mm vs 122 mm
  • Guest network
    TRENDnet TEW-755AP has a guest network, while the average wi-fi extender does not. 37% of Wi-Fi extenders have a guest network.
  • IP-rated protection
    TRENDnet TEW-755AP has a more durable IP rating than the average wi-fi extender (IP30 vs not rated). The average Wi-Fi extender has not rated protection.
  • 76 mm lower height
    TRENDnet TEW-755AP is shorter than the average wi-fi extender (46 mm vs 122 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a height of 122 mm.

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Network & Security
Hardware & Deployment
  • No Mesh Wi-Fi support
    TRENDnet TEW-755AP 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-755AP 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-755AP does not support MU-MIMO, while the average wi-fi extender does. 72.5% of Wi-Fi extenders support MU-MIMO.
  • 150 Mbps slower 2.4 GHz speed
    TRENDnet TEW-755AP 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-755AP 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-755AP 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-755AP does not have a WPS button, while the average wi-fi extender does. 81.6% of Wi-Fi extenders have a WPS button.
  • No signal indicator
    TRENDnet TEW-755AP does not have a signal strength indicator, while the average wi-fi extender does. 88.2% of Wi-Fi extenders have a signal strength indicator.
  • No Ethernet backhaul
    TRENDnet TEW-755AP 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-755AP does not support WPA3, while the average wi-fi extender does. 56.7% of Wi-Fi extenders support WPA3.
  • No smartphone app
    TRENDnet TEW-755AP 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-755AP 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.
  • 43.6% heavier
    TRENDnet TEW-755AP is heavier than the average wi-fi extender (402 g vs 280 g). The average Wi-Fi extender weighs 280 g.
  • 105.6 mm wider
    TRENDnet TEW-755AP is wider than the average wi-fi extender (187 mm vs 81.4 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a width of 81.4 mm.
  • 5 older release date
    TRENDnet TEW-755AP was released earlier than the average wi-fi extender (2,015 vs 2,020). The average Wi-Fi extender was released in 2,020.
    July 2015
  • No Ethernet backhaul
    TRENDnet TEW-755AP 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-755AP 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-755AP 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-755AP 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-755AP 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-755AP 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-755AP 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-755AP 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-755AP 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-755AP does not support MU-MIMO, while the average wi-fi extender does. 72.5% of Wi-Fi extenders support MU-MIMO.
  • No smartphone app
    TRENDnet TEW-755AP 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-755AP 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.
  • 150 Mbps slower 2.4 GHz speed
    TRENDnet TEW-755AP 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.
    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

    TRENDnet TEW-755AP 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.300 Mbps vs 450 Mbps
  • No band steering
    TRENDnet TEW-755AP does not have band steering, while the average wi-fi extender does. 65.3% of Wi-Fi extenders have band steering.
    Single-band only.
    What it is: Whether the extender can automatically steer devices to the most suitable frequency band.
    When it matters: When your home or office has many nearby networks that can cause interference and congestion.

    Importance: LOW

    TRENDnet TEW-755AP does not have band steering, while the average wi-fi extender does. 65.3% of Wi-Fi extenders have band steering.
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Hardware & Deployment

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What customers like about TRENDnet TEW-755AP?

  • Simple physical installation with included mounting plate and low-profile design
  • Versatile operation with support for AP, Client, WDS, and Repeater modes
  • Reliable Power over Ethernet (PoE) support which simplifies wiring
  • Solid signal stability and coverage provided by MIMO antenna technology
  • Gigabit LAN port ensures high-performance wired network connections
  • No mandatory vendor cloud account required for local management

What customers dislike about TRENDnet TEW-755AP?

  • Limited to N300 speeds (2.4 GHz only), which is slower than modern Wi-Fi 5 or 6 standards
  • Initial software setup can be complex for non-technical users
  • May exhibit latency issues during high-bandwidth activities like 4K streaming or gaming
  • Not suitable for large-scale enterprise environments or high-density areas
  • The management utility is Windows-based, which may limit users on other platforms

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