Top 5 best TP-Link routers today

TP-Link has been producing many good quality networking equipment. Not only that, but also TP-Link routers often offer competitive specs at great prices. Most users want to buy a router that will last a few years and provide sufficient speed.

Archer AX3000

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If you really need WiFi 6 or simply want to use the new standard, the TP-Link Archer AX3000 is the best choice for you. With a length of about 25cm and a width of only about 13cm, the AX3000 has a minimalist and relatively sophisticated design, but still offers its own charm.

It has wireless speeds up to standard AX3000, 2402Mbps at 5Ghz and 574Mbps at 2.4Ghz. Of course, this router is backward compatible with older WiFi standards, including WiFi 5 or 802.11ac.

It's a bit disappointing that there are no Multigigabit Ethernet ports available, so the maximum wired speed will be 1Gbps, which should be enough for most current applications. If you intend to use a fast host on your network, it would be worth it to opt for something a little bit faster like the Archer AX6000.

However, if you are looking for a fast and consistent WiFi 6 that is inexpensive, then the AX3000 is a great choice.

Advantages

1. Compatible with WiFi 6 for future devices
2. AX3000 speed is enough for most families
3. MU-MIMO supports multiple devices

Defect

1. There is no Multigigabit Ethernet

Archer A7

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Most people don't need the absolute top speed or 6 antennas on their WiFi system. For a small home or apartment, the TP-Link Archer A7 will be able to provide a reliable wireless experience. The 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports allow this router to match your current wired setup.

You have to forgo a few features for a lower price, such as MU-MIMO and tri-band connectivity, which results in some slowing down, if you want to connect multiple devices at once. However, with 450Mbps on the 2.4Ghz band and 1300Mbps on the 5Ghz band, the Archer A7 will be more than enough.

The traditional design with a tall antenna makes it a bit harder for this router to blend into the room, but the black color and subtle design mean it won't be too "out of place". This router is a great balance for a network that doesn't need a lot of performance.

Advantages

1. Appropriate AC1750 speed
2. 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports
3. Supports Amazon Alexa skills

Defect

1. There is no MU-MIMO
2. Only USB 2.0

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Archer AX10

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TP-Link Archer AX10 is a remarkable option and its price is quite cheap, even when compared to other low-end WiFi 6 systems. You won't have to spend a lot of money thanks to the 4 Ethernet ports and 4 antennas that provide the AX1500 connection speed.

Compared to many other routers on this list and even some WiFi 5 routers, this level is a bit low, but there are other reasons to consider the AX10.

The Archer AX10 can deliver speeds of 1201Mbps at 5GHz and 300Mbps at 2.4GHz. The key factor is consistency, and with WiFi 6 more devices are supported. The interference phenomenon will also cause less problems than previous WiFi generation.

If you're looking for something to keep your network up to date without top speed, this can be a great option.

Advantages

1. WiFi 6 supports brand new devices
2. 4 Ethernet ports
3. Dual band
4. Cheap

Defect

1. The AX1500 speed does not make the most of WiFi 6
2. Performance is not too outstanding

Archer AX6000

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TP-Link Archer AX6000 is a fast router. The WiFi 6 AX6000 speed of this router reaches 4804Mbps on the 5GHz band and 1148Mbps on the 2.4GHz band. This router should have no trouble catching up with any fast WiFi 6 device, whether it's a new laptop or even a PS5. If you're a gamer and want to get the most out of every millisecond of latency, there are 8 Ethernet ports on the back, allowing you to connect your entire network without a switch.

This router is relatively large in size. Each side of this router measures up to 26cm in size, but in return, you get huge performance out. The eight high-performance antennas make it easy for this router to cover large homes and keep the connection quality at a high level.

TP-Link's bundled HomeCare software can help keep your network performance consistent with the included QoS software. You also get advanced parental controls and additional antivirus security.

Advantages

1. High speed WiFi 6 performance
2. 8 Ethernet ports with 2.5G WAN
3. Supports WPA3
4. USB-C port for storage

Defect

1. Just a dual-band router
2. Very large and difficult to put in any position

Archer C5400X

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C5400X delivers the best performance you can get in an AC WiFi router. There's a exclusive WiFi 6 version for Costco members if you want the absolute best performance. If you want to stick with the AC version, you'll get potential speeds of 5400Mbps.

This router is also great if you have a fast network storage server thanks to its Link Aggregation feature (which combines multiple network ports into one), allowing wired connections up to 2Gbps. Speaking of wired connectivity, the C5400X has 8 Gigabit Ethernet ports, meaning you can get wired connection on all your game consoles and gaming PCs.

The quality of the QoS software helps the router keep gaming latency low even when multiple devices are connected. Combine all of this with 3-band WiFi and MU-MIMO, you get a fast and consistent WiFi experience.

Advantages

1. Fast 3-band AC5400 speed
2. 8 Ethernet ports
3. MU-MIMO supports multiple devices
4. Link Aggregation feature

Defect

1. Does not support WiFi 6

Samuel Daniel

Update 24 December 2020