TP-Link Deco X50-PoE

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Last updated: May 20, 2026

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Reddit Iconarcher-86
8 months ago

Been really happy with my TP Link X50 POE. I'd try and get your APs out a bit more. Also, as mentioned, run Cat6 to every TV location, and where you think you might want cameras in the future. https://preview.redd.it/um692knyhlqf1.png?width=1080&format=png&auto=webp&s=fe596a268635480f80114a9aed9a49d497754f09

Reddit IconJoeman64p
8 months ago

DECO X50 PoE Mesh with Backhauled Ethernet Gigabit WiFi everywhere $300 for a set of 3 Lucked up at MicroCenter and picked up 3x sets of 3-Packs for $100 each! Installed 5 at my business and used the rest for my new home build Nothing but reliable! Over two years of usage at my business and we have over 100 devices consistently connected

Reddit IconmEsTiR5679
11 months ago

I got a deco x50 mesh network that let me put a node inside my detached garage. I plugged a switch into it and that allowed my laptop and older game consoles to have ethernet

Reddit Icone2lngnmn
11 months ago

I have a 600mbps plan and i use a deco x50. Could deco x20 do the job, yes in paper. But the protocol (wifi 6) is not the only consideration. For deco x50 it has 2x2 mu-mimo which better handles wireless devices. I have wifi 5 device in theory should handle 600mbps but it reality it only handles 300mbps. In conclusion, you may need to know what are your devices and how many. Also what is the structure of the home (concrete or wood walls) if wireless backhaul would be enough or you need wired. If you dont want to think much. I suggest get be25 for future proofing. Deco x50 if your not gonna upgrade anytime soon.

Reddit IconIWuzTheWalrus
8 months ago

I run Decos (AX3000) in my house which was built like a f\*\*\*ing faraday cage. 2300 feet and I need 3 mesh units to get coverage throughout, plus another one just outside the back door (X50) to reach the backyard, otherwise the signal is gone after 15 feet.

8 months ago

I run Decos (AX3000) in my house which was built like a f\*\*\*ing faraday cage. 2300 feet and I need 3 mesh units to get coverage throughout, plus another one just outside the back door (X50) to reach the backyard, otherwise the signal is gone after 15 feet.

Reddit Iconjoshuabroad
7 months ago

The brand isn't specifically the issue here, it's that you choose the base entry models such as the x10 & x20... You need to choose the appropriate models that will cater for the capacity and coverage your going to need. Deco is a basic home user mesh system that supports guest and iot networks, although I only ever use the x50 and above models... Ubiquiti once again is a brand and if you choose the wrong models, then your going to be blindly saying Ubiquiti is rubbish... Make sure you use a controller with Ubiquiti vs stand alone access points, individually configured.

7 months ago

Well I'd be considering simply upgrading your Deco system with atleast one x50 if not two... Deco x50 2 pack is roughly $300 It's going to be cheaper than going down the Ubiquiti route, considering your going to need a UX7 at roughly $400 + a U7-IW and stand at roughly another $400 to replicate your current setup.

Reddit IconLostbutnotafraid
4 months ago

I think any of those 3 would work for you. I personally have setup my home network on the Deco X50 mesh system with 4 AP in total, and my smart home network in Home Assistant. No issues at all and provides a fair amount of control over your devices and network (priority, IP reservation, preferred bands/AP, etc. ).

Reddit IconMatatag_Dimagiba
11 months ago

We have 2 deco x55, an x50, and an x10 with wired backhaul and everything works seamlessly. Great coverage all around the house.

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