TP-Link - Deco BE11000

I just replaced my Google nest with this https://www.costco.com/tp-link-deco-be11000-wi-fi-7-tri-band-whole-home-mesh-wi-fi-system%2C-3-pack.product.4000251424.html?COSTID=iosapp_25.8.2&TRACKING=NO&adobe_mc=TS%3D1756864010%7CMCMID%3D69329033381048972676268364342069081517%7CMCORGID%3D97B21CFE5329614E0A490D45@AdobeOrg&sh=true&nf=true You just missed the $50 off sale…

I recently bought a Deco mesh system from Costco that came with 3 nodes. I put the main node on my first floor connected to my router (in your case it would connect to the ONT and serve as the router, or you could keep using the router and put the mesh in AP mode, which I did). I put a wireless node in my basement and another on my second floor and I’m very happy with the setup.

I got the BE11000. The 6E probably would’ve been sufficient but I was hoping for something future-proof and it got good reviews.

Hitron coda56 modem from Amazon for below https://preview.redd.it/4y6x6j0xx7kf1.jpeg?width=1179&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d5c77256b1b0c77366dd61bed0e18523ac33d225 $149 and Deco Be11000 3 units mesh from Costco for $349. I have a 2g plan and getting 2.33g down and 300mb up between coda56 modem and Deco be11000. My client speed can hit its max speed easily depends on the client side WiFi chips

Are you adverse to installing access points? I’d recommend going the Ubiquiti route if you’re not. If you are, grab the Deco’s off eBay and you’ll save some money plus get full fat tri band WiFi 7. https://ebay.us/m/35O3hp If you want to get equipment on a budget, Woot regularly has Arris equipment for dirt cheap. I can’t attest to how reliable they are at scale, but I hooked my parents up with a 3 pack on WiFi 6E for $60 and they’ve had no issues. https://www.woot.com/category/computers/networking-communication

Just got this a week and a half ago. Easy setup, rock solid connection since.

I setup a Deco BE11000 3x mesh network for my house (2 story 3800sq ft) back in April of this year. Running FW 1.1.7 and everything runs great. Have a 1GB Fiber to my house and pretty much get full speed if in the same room as a unit, otherwise typical speed around my house varies but never really drops any lower than 650MB. Decent signal outside as far away as 80ft. Replaced an Arris WiFi6 mesh network that I had had for about 3.5 years (no real issue with it I simply wanted to upgrade to WiFi7).

I got the 3 pack Deco BE11000 from Costco about 4 months ago and haven't had any issues. It solved all the the Wi-Fi problems I was experiencing with Spectrum's provided router.

The be 11000 are the latest with Wi-Fi 7. Looks like they have really good backhaul so even if you're not connecting the access points over wire, you'll still maintain good connection. I wouldn't worry too much about the gaming

The be11000 can function as AP. They just also have mesh backhaul built in as well so you got options.

**Summary:** If you want to test a WiFi 7 mesh system, get one with MLO (multi link operation) and tri-band (2.4ghz/5ghz/6ghz) for maximum range and speed. Costco has a great return policy and they are selling the TP-Link Deco BE11000 (also known as BE63) 3-unit kit (router and two mesh nodes) for $339.99. Amazon also sells it for $369.99 with 20% cashback if you use an Amazon Prime Visa (so only $295.99 after cashback!). If it doesn't work out you could always return it. Prices may change, that's what I see at this moment as I write this. Black Friday is a good time to buy technology like routers and mesh systems, so your timing is good. **Details:** I'm actually not very familiar with WiFi 7, so I am wondering how much a WiFi 7 mesh system could outperform a WiFi 6 mesh system (in terms of connection strength and network speed). Some WiFi 7 mesh systems use MLO (multi link operation) to pull all the bands together (2.4ghz, 5ghz and 6ghz) so there is more bandwidth for data transmission. In some cases WiFi 7 mesh may only be dual band; 2.4ghz & 5ghz. That is another thing to watch for with WiFi 7; 6ghz band is not mandatory in the spec so you will see "budget" routers/mesh systems only offer dual-band hardware. You will often need to pay more for tri-band WiFi 7 mesh (2.4ghz/5ghz/6ghz). And some premium mesh systems will be quad-band like the ASUS BQ16 Pro (2.4ghz/5ghz/6ghz-1/6ghz-2). BTW I think the BQ16 Pro is way overpriced and do not recommend it! My WiFi 6 mesh system is tri-band. ASUS XT8 (2.4ghz and 5ghz for clients and a 2nd 5ghz band for mesh communication). It works well if units are in wireless or wired (ethernet-connected) backhaul. I think the dedicated 5ghz band helps a lot (and each mesh unit has 6 internal antennas placed at various angles/orientations, to maximize signal reception/transmission). So if you want to try WiFi 7 mesh, I'd advise to make sure it's at least tri-band and uses MLO, to give you maximum benefit of higher speeds when the mesh nodes are used wirelessly. I also recommend purchasing from somewhere with a good return policy. I don't want to send more business to Amazon but they have a great 30 day return policy. Even better if you could buy a system from Costco, as their return policy is excellent in most cases! If you don't like the system or it doesn't work out you could then return it and try something else. Sounds like you want to "future proof" (not sure if that is possible as tech is always changing but I understand your point!) so you should probably not consider WiFi 6/WiFi 6E and just go for the latest standard, WiFi 7. You could save money by buying a WiFi 6 mesh system but then you'd probably have to upgrade sooner, than if you bought WiFi 7 today. I agree with u/MondoBleu \- Best to connect a wireless access point (WAP) via ethernet connection to your router. A wired connection will give you more stability, higher speeds and is less susceptible to interference. Good luck!

Deco BE63? That's Wifi 7 I believe. Edit: actually I think it's this system. Not BE63. https://www.tp-link.com/us/deco-mesh-wifi/product-family/deco-be11000/ That’s a good system, not sure why it’s not working for you.

Not sure if you are mixing product lines, the Archer BE550 works with [easy mesh devices](https://www.tp-link.com/us/easymesh/product-list/). The TP link Deco BE11000 is a different mesh product line and would not be compatible. You could still use it as an access point, but it would not work as a proper mesh system. You are better off buying a 2 pack TP link deco BE11000 instead of mixing it with the BE550. To make things confusing there is also a more powerful Archer BE11000 router that is easy mesh compatible and can be used with the BE550.