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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£110
  • Avg. price in US: ~$140
  • Wi-Fi version: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Wi-Fi speed: 867 Mbps
  • Coverage area: ?

TRENDnet TEW-840APBO review. Compare 63 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among wi-fi extenders and if it is worth buying.

5.6

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%

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%

4.5

Wi-Fi Performance

30.0%

5.4

Network & Security

12.0%

5.1

Setup & Management

10.0%

7.1

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

  • 5.7
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    2.9

    Wi-Fi speed

    30.0%

    10

    QoS support

    20.0%

    1.0

    Ethernet backhaul

    15.0%

    10

    N. of LAN ports

  • 5.5
    Travel

    Score components:

    45.0%

    8.4

    Weight

    30.0%

    1.0

    Portable design

    15.0%

    2.9

    Wi-Fi speed

    10.0%

    10

    Access Point mode

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £110

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All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The TRENDnet TEW-840APBO is a high-performance 5GHz outdoor directional access point and bridge designed for point-to-point wireless networking, delivering speeds up to 867Mbps (WiFi AC). It features a powerful 14 dBi directional antenna and supports versatile operating modes including Access Point, WDS Bridge, and Client Bridge. The unit is built for durability with an IP56 weather-rated housing and utilizes MU-MIMO technology to handle multiple data streams efficiently. Main pros include its impressive long-range capability of up to 1.1 miles (with clear line of sight), the inclusion of a proprietary PoE injector to simplify installation over a single cable, and pre-encryption for enhanced security out of the box. However, notable cons include its single-band limitation to the 5GHz frequency, a lack of standard WPS button support for quick pairing, and no dedicated smartphone app for management.

Technical Specifications of TRENDnet TEW-840APBO

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-840APBO has a technical score of 5.55 points, which is lower than 76.5% 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-840APBO 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%

5.6

Overall score

40.0%

9.9

Price

6.9
TRENDnet TEW-840APBO 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 5 (802.11ac)
TRENDnet TEW-840APBO 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

Single-band
TRENDnet TEW-840APBO supports Single-band, less versatile than 90.2% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 9.8% of Wi-Fi extenders.
5 GHz only.
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-840APBO 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

867 Mbps
TRENDnet TEW-840APBO reaches 867 Mbps Wi-Fi speed, slower than 79.4% 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

0 Mbps
TRENDnet TEW-840APBO reaches 0 Mbps on 2.4 GHz, slower than 99% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 1% of Wi-Fi extenders.
No 2.4 GHz radio.
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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-840APBO 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-840APBO 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

yes
TRENDnet TEW-840APBO supports 802.11k. 27.1% of Wi-Fi extenders support 802.11k.
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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

2
TRENDnet TEW-840APBO has 2 LAN port/s, more than 85.9% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 8.1% 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-840APBO 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-840APBO 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-840APBO 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-840APBO 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-840APBO has a web management interface. 2% of Wi-Fi extenders have a web management interface.
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-840APBO 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-840APBO 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

reset
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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-840APBO 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

35 mm
TRENDnet TEW-840APBO is 35 mm tall, shorter than 93.1% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 2% 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

100 mm
TRENDnet TEW-840APBO is 100 mm wide, wider than 67.7% 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

35 mm
TRENDnet TEW-840APBO is 35 mm thick, thinner than 82.4% of Wi-Fi extenders and equal to 4.9% of Wi-Fi extenders.
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TRENDnet TEW-840APBO vs the average wi-fi extender

  • Guest network
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO 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-840APBO 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-840APBO has a more durable IP rating than the average wi-fi extender (IP56 vs not rated). The average Wi-Fi extender has not rated protection.
    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-840APBO has a more durable IP rating than the average wi-fi extender (IP56 vs not rated). The average Wi-Fi extender has not rated protection.IP56 vs not rated
  • 1 more LAN ports
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO has more LAN ports than the average wi-fi extender (2 vs 1). The average Wi-Fi extender has 1 LAN port/s.
    Includes PoE-in LAN.
    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

    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO has more LAN ports than the average wi-fi extender (2 vs 1). The average Wi-Fi extender has 1 LAN port/s.2 vs 1
  • Suitable for outdoor use
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO is suitable for outdoor use, while the average wi-fi extender does not. 5.9% of Wi-Fi extenders are suitable for outdoor use.
    Derived from IP56 rating; weather-resistant for outdoor use.
    What it is: Whether the extender is suitable for outdoor installation, with weather-resistant protection such as IP55, IP56, IP67, or IP68 rather than basic indoor-only protection.
    When it matters: When the extender may be exposed to rain, humidity, dust, or other outdoor conditions.

    Importance: LOW

    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO is suitable for outdoor use, while the average wi-fi extender does not. 5.9% of Wi-Fi extenders are suitable for outdoor use.
  • Wide temperature range
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO 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-840APBO 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
  • 10 dBi higher antenna gain
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO has higher antenna gain than the average wi-fi extender (14 dBi vs 4 dBi). The average Wi-Fi extender has 4 dBi antenna gain.
    Directional antenna.
    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-840APBO has higher antenna gain than the average wi-fi extender (14 dBi vs 4 dBi). The average Wi-Fi extender has 4 dBi antenna gain.14 dBi vs 4 dBi
  • 87 mm lower height
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO is shorter than the average wi-fi extender (35 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-840APBO is shorter than the average wi-fi extender (35 mm vs 122 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a height of 122 mm.35 mm vs 122 mm
  • 11 mm thinner
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO is thinner than the average wi-fi extender (35 mm vs 46 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a thickness of 46 mm.
    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

    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO is thinner than the average wi-fi extender (35 mm vs 46 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a thickness of 46 mm.35 mm vs 46 mm
  • 10 dBi higher antenna gain
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO has higher antenna gain than the average wi-fi extender (14 dBi vs 4 dBi). The average Wi-Fi extender has 4 dBi antenna gain.
  • Guest network
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO has a guest network, while the average wi-fi extender does not. 37% of Wi-Fi extenders have a guest network.
  • 1 more LAN ports
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO has more LAN ports than the average wi-fi extender (2 vs 1). The average Wi-Fi extender has 1 LAN port/s.
  • IP-rated protection
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO has a more durable IP rating than the average wi-fi extender (IP56 vs not rated). The average Wi-Fi extender has not rated protection.
  • Wide temperature range
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO 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.
  • Suitable for outdoor use
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO is suitable for outdoor use, while the average wi-fi extender does not. 5.9% of Wi-Fi extenders are suitable for outdoor use.
  • 87 mm lower height
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO is shorter than the average wi-fi extender (35 mm vs 122 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a height of 122 mm.
  • 11 mm thinner
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO is thinner than the average wi-fi extender (35 mm vs 46 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a thickness of 46 mm.

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Wi-Fi Performance
Network & Security
Ports
Hardware & Deployment
  • No Mesh Wi-Fi support
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO does not support mesh Wi-Fi, while the average wi-fi extender does. 66.7% of Wi-Fi extenders support mesh Wi-Fi.
  • 51.2% slower Wi-Fi speed
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO reaches slower Wi-Fi speed than the average wi-fi extender (867 Mbps vs 1,775 Mbps). The average Wi-Fi extender reaches 1,775 Mbps Wi-Fi speed.
  • 450 Mbps slower 2.4 GHz speed
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO reaches a slower 2.4 GHz speed than the average wi-fi extender (0 Mbps vs 450 Mbps). The average Wi-Fi extender reaches 450 Mbps on 2.4 GHz.
    No 2.4 GHz radio.
  • No band steering
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO does not have band steering, while the average wi-fi extender does. 65.3% of Wi-Fi extenders have band steering.
    Single-band only.
  • 27 fewer connected devices
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO supports fewer connected devices than the average wi-fi extender (4 vs 31). The average Wi-Fi extender supports up to 31 connected devices.
    Only under EnJet mode.
  • No WPS button
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO 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-840APBO has fewer antennas than the average wi-fi extender (1 vs 2). The average Wi-Fi extender has 2 antennas.
  • No Ethernet backhaul
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO 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-840APBO does not support WPA3, while the average wi-fi extender does. 56.7% of Wi-Fi extenders support WPA3.
  • No roaming support
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO does not support roaming, while the average wi-fi extender does. 82.5% of Wi-Fi extenders support roaming.
  • No 802.11v support
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO does not support 802.11v, while the average wi-fi extender does. 68.4% of Wi-Fi extenders support 802.11v.
  • No smartphone app
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO 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-840APBO 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.
  • 18.6 mm wider
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO is wider than the average wi-fi extender (100 mm vs 81.4 mm). The average Wi-Fi extender has a width of 81.4 mm.
  • No Ethernet backhaul
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO 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-840APBO 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-840APBO 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-840APBO does not support mesh Wi-Fi, while the average wi-fi extender does. 66.7% of Wi-Fi extenders support mesh Wi-Fi.
  • No WPA3 support
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO 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-840APBO does not support WPA3, while the average wi-fi extender does. 56.7% of Wi-Fi extenders support WPA3.
  • 51.2% slower Wi-Fi speed
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO reaches slower Wi-Fi speed than the average wi-fi extender (867 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-840APBO reaches slower Wi-Fi speed than the average wi-fi extender (867 Mbps vs 1,775 Mbps). The average Wi-Fi extender reaches 1,775 Mbps Wi-Fi speed.867 Mbps vs 1775 Mbps
  • No roaming support
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO 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-840APBO does not support roaming, while the average wi-fi extender does. 82.5% of Wi-Fi extenders support roaming.
  • No smartphone app
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO 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-840APBO 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.
  • 450 Mbps slower 2.4 GHz speed
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO reaches a slower 2.4 GHz speed than the average wi-fi extender (0 Mbps vs 450 Mbps). The average Wi-Fi extender reaches 450 Mbps on 2.4 GHz.
    No 2.4 GHz radio.
    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-840APBO reaches a slower 2.4 GHz speed than the average wi-fi extender (0 Mbps vs 450 Mbps). The average Wi-Fi extender reaches 450 Mbps on 2.4 GHz.0 Mbps vs 450 Mbps
  • No 802.11v support
    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO does not support 802.11v, while the average wi-fi extender does. 68.4% of Wi-Fi extenders support 802.11v.
    What it is: Whether the extender supports 802.11v for network-assisted roaming.
    When it matters: When you want smoother roaming and more consistent coverage across your home.

    Importance: LOW

    TRENDnet TEW-840APBO does not support 802.11v, while the average wi-fi extender does. 68.4% of Wi-Fi extenders support 802.11v.
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about TRENDnet TEW-840APBO?

  • Reliable point-to-point wireless bridging over long distances (up to 1 mile with line-of-sight)
  • Durable IP56-rated housing holds up well in outdoor weather conditions
  • Versatile operational modes including Access Point, WDS Bridge, and Client Bridge
  • Easy to set up, especially when purchased as a pre-configured kit
  • Low power consumption (approx. 9.5W) compared to larger enterprise units
  • Supports modern security protocols including WPA3

What customers dislike about TRENDnet TEW-840APBO?

  • Uses proprietary/passive 24V PoE, which can damage standard 48V PoE switches if connected incorrectly
  • Lack of a dedicated smartphone app for management
  • Stability issues reported when using TDMA mode; switching to CSMA may be necessary for smooth video streaming
  • Single-band 5GHz only, meaning it does not support 2.4GHz client devices directly
  • No built-in mesh Wi-Fi or beamforming support
  • Lack of standard WPS button for quick device pairing

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