TP-Link - Archer BE550 Pro
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Last updated: Dec 28, 2025 Scoring
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"Actually better than a range extender, as Mesh systems are designed from the ground up to work with each other in the system. ... But it's half ass "patched up" jerky jerky mesh was no match to a Deco. Deco was snappier, more reliable, and longer range."
"I have tp-links deco mesh system and it’s rock solid."
"They work very well and have good ping with no packet loss. ... This works amazingly for now. I moonlight from my computer in an unused room to my Legion Go anywhere in the house. ... I also have my Xbox plugged into the second router 30-40 feet from the main router and stream from the Xbox app all over the house flawlessly."
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"The two stations give me all the coverage I need"
"So much so that I bought 2 other BE550s to put them in a hardwired easymesh setup."
"Deco was snappier, more reliable, and longer range."
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"full 2.5G ports all around"
"with some strategically placed 2.5 Gbps switches to cover all my devices"
"Tri-band Wifi 7 router, it has a 10 Gbps wan and 4x 2.5 Gbps ports, so you are future proof."
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"I highly recommend the TP-LINK BE3600 WiFi 7 router. It is sub $100 and it totally kicks ass."
"If you’d rather have 6 GHz (great for newer phones/laptops) and don’t need 10 GbE, consider the TP-Link Archer BE550, which is frequently around $199 and tested well for budget Wi-Fi 7. ... TP-Link BE550: True tri-band with 6 GHz around $199–$229 and strong test results—great budget “next-gen” pick."
"Extra discounts on amazon so I got it to $80 and thought the price for the system was unbeatable."
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"So much so that I bought 2 other BE550s to put them in a hardwired easymesh setup."
"it's almost as simple as plug and Play. You get the main router set up. Then, you plug the new router into the main one with an ethernet cord and program it(it actually programs itself with an app). After that, you disconnect the cord and move it where you want. Rinse and repeat with other routers."
"I also have two other routers configured via easy mesh to extend to basement and another area of the home. ... I used other TP-link models and worked effortlessly. ... I have tow easy mesh decices as well and wire as many as possible but use the TP link matter switches as well and no issues"
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"Stay far away from routers with fans, I returned a tp-link wifi 7 router over this exact issue. ... Sfp port was so hot it was unreal. ... Try to cool your place in summer with air conditioning, you don't want some fan blowing heat. ... Also moving parts is a bad idea for longevity."
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"connects and reconnects so frequently it's approaching useless."
"Note that in the last year I had Q3, the 5GHz wifi ran much smoother than 6Ghz and I have tried different routers with no change. So I cannot recommend a Wifi 6E router for Q3. ... Its some software problem, the pcvr connection is often broken with updates (i have some quest for 3 years) after some of the updates the 6ghz suddenly ran smooth just to revert with the next one. But 99% of the last 14months 5ghz 160mhz DFS ran better(but not always perfect). 6Ghz is usable but has a lot of microstutters/lost frames for me while 5ghz runs perfect like a cable lately (knocks on wood). ... I tried the ASUS 6E router, Acer predator W6, Tenda 6E router. All the same, with the exception of tenda, it sucked over 200mbits."
"As a be550 owner the 6ghz band is a hit or a miss. ... It frequently isn't found by my quest 3. ... It's not a bad router by any means but the 6ghz often just disappears. ... So I end up running things at 5ghz anyway."
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"Frequent connection drops, network slowdown for no necessary reason and more. ... It does fairly worse than the isp provided router at this point."
"connects and reconnects so frequently it's approaching useless."
"I had to keep my airport extremes in use to cover the 2.4ghz spectrum my cameras and roombas use."
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"Frequent connection drops, network slowdown for no necessary reason and more. ... It does fairly worse than the isp provided router at this point."
"connects and reconnects so frequently it's approaching useless."
"The WiFi performance on my BE550 is abysmal. ... It’s in the same exact spot where my aged VR2100 was, and that’s a 7 plus years old router that never costed anywhere near £200, on discount. ... The VR2100 has no problems providing solid 5GHz in our master bedroom, whilst the BE550 has no 5GHz at all in the same spot I sleep."
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"The WiFi performance on my BE550 is abysmal. ... It’s in the same exact spot where my aged VR2100 was, and that’s a 7 plus years old router that never costed anywhere near £200, on discount. ... The VR2100 has no problems providing solid 5GHz in our master bedroom, whilst the BE550 has no 5GHz at all in the same spot I sleep."
"connects and reconnects so frequently it's approaching useless."
"Frequent connection drops, network slowdown for no necessary reason and more. ... It does fairly worse than the isp provided router at this point."
I’m running a custom hardware 1U pfsense firewall router hardwired outside to the dmark directly with Fios 1G up/down. Their crap router never did more than 920ish. Tossed that and built the pfsense system and have hit 1130 down 1049 up doing speed tests. I was gifted two TP-Link routers.. the BE9300 and a BE9700 with its 10GbE connection. I have 3 Netgear XS708E V2 8Port 10GbE managed switches at home. Honestly, all the negative chat is moot, they work and function perfectly fine and I run them as APs at each end of the house with pfSense providing dhcp, etc. I do find their menu system to be rather annoying however once setup you rarely need to bother with them again so don’t mind. Large 5000sq/ft 2-story with basement home, 2 out buildings and 1.5 acre lot. Good signal throughout the house and decent throughout the rest of the property. Not sure if I’d have bought them myself but was more than happy to receive them and they have performed without issues.
r/HomeNetworking • Recommended good routers in 2025 ->What speed is your fiber plan? I have a wifi 7 tp link that I’ve been using for over a year now. Solid router with no issues. The software to control isn’t amazing but if you don’t have a complicated setup- it would serve you just fine. Although I do suspect you can get a better price if you hunt around. Netgear is also a solid brand.
r/wifi • Is this a solid WiFi 6E router? ->Fuck tp link. I bought a wifi 7 one and shit sucks. Went back to my Asus. Glad to know it wasn't just my router
r/virtualreality • The Quest 3 experience ->I am using the Archer BE550. Works great. I also have two other routers configured via easy mesh to extend to basement and another area of the home.
r/HomeKit • Is anyone using the TP-Link Tri-Band BE15000 WiFi 7 Router Archer BE700 for your smart home? ->I have a similar setup and needs and have TP link and it is solid. I have the BE550 as the main router and two easy mesh nodes (hardwired) and my network is solid, no issues with any devices
r/HomeKit • Reliable Wi-Fi 6 Router for Smart Home & 100+ Devices ->Netgear nighthawk for 6. Using tplink easy mesh for 7 and been happy so far
r/HomeKit • What Wi-fi 6 Router for home is the best value you've used? ->Short answer: Get the ASUS RT-BE86U. It’s the better buy over the BE82U because it adds a 10 GbE port (nice future-proofing for fast WAN/LAN) while both are dual-band Wi-Fi 7 (no 6 GHz). Reviews also show the BE86U’s 5 GHz performance and software are excellent. If you’d rather have 6 GHz (great for newer phones/laptops) and don’t need 10 GbE, consider the TP-Link Archer BE550, which is frequently around $199 and tested well for budget Wi-Fi 7. Go BE86U if you want ASUS features and a 10 GbE port for only \~$20 more. Go BE550 if you want 6 GHz at \~$200 and can live without 10 GbE. Why I’m recommending these BE86U vs BE82U: Both are dual-band Wi-Fi 7; BE86U adds a 10 GbE port (BE82U has five 2.5 GbE only). If prices are close, BE86U wins. TP-Link BE550: True tri-band with 6 GHz around $199–$229 and strong test results—great budget “next-gen” pick. TP-Link GE650: Tri-band Wi-Fi 7 gaming router that’s been seen at $250; good if you prioritize gaming features. If you want, tell me your internet speed and house layout—I'll tailor settings (channel width, MLO on/off, WAN/LAN hookup) for whichever you choose.
r/HomeNetworking • Which one should I buy? ->I have mine in passthru with a TP-Link Archer WiFi-7 router. No issues.
r/ATT • Is an extra router (Google Nest for example) a good idea to extend BGW320 coverage? ->Deco works really well with extending range. Actually better than a range extender, as Mesh systems are designed from the ground up to work with each other in the system. I had a Ge800 tied to a be550 and a WiFi 7 range extender. Super good stuff right? But it's half ass "patched up" jerky jerky mesh was no match to a Deco. Deco was snappier, more reliable, and longer range.
r/TpLink • Deco Mesh System Good for Gaming? ->Tp-links newest WiFi 7 router is sick for the price.
r/MoonlightStreaming • Does my Router matter when it comes to streaming Moonlight WITHIN my home? ->I put my ISP modem on bridge mode and used TPlink as my main router. Then connect it with other tplink router via EASYMESH as it allows us to create mesh with wired backhaul. Below are the 2 links you need. I can’t tell you exactly what to do since ISPs might have different needs but below articles may give you an idea. I have BE550 and AX1500 on the Ethernet backhaul. https://www.tp-link.com/uk/easymesh/product-list/ https://www.tp-link.com/ae/support/faq/3731/
r/TpLink • 2 wireless routers instead of deco mesh? ->Maybe, but I got the router I bought sorted, so I'm happy with it all. So, answering the question, the TP-Link Archer BE550 Pro is very good!
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