Prime Members: TP-Link Deco X55 AX3000 WiFi 6 Mesh System

ajashadi

Jul 11, 2023 8:16 PM

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ajashadiJul 11, 2023 8:16 PM

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These are really good deals. I say that because I was eyeing refurbished ones for somewhere around $179.99 or so. You are getting brand new plus if you use Amazon card its additional 10% back is what I noticed before I pulled the trigger on AXE5400 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6E Mesh System, 2.5G Port, Up to 5,500 Sq. Ft. (Deco XE75 Pro 2-Pack) [amazon.com] $229.99

There is $20 difference between Deco XE75 2-Pack vs Deco XE75 Pro 2-Pack but I went with Pro just in case even though 2.5GB Port is the only difference between the two as per online research in case anyone was wondering.

Mesh:
AX3000 Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System, Up to 6,500 Sq. Ft. Coverage (Deco X55 3-Pack) [amazon.com] $179.99
AXE5400 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6E Mesh System, 2.5G Port, Up to 5,500 Sq. Ft. (Deco XE75 Pro 2-Pack) [amazon.com] $229.99
AXE5400 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6E Mesh System, 2.5G Port, Up to 2,900 Sq. Ft. (Deco XE75 Pro 1-Pack) [amazon.com] $119.99
AXE5400 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6E Mesh System, Up to 5,500 Sq. Ft. (Deco XE75 2-Pack) [amazon.com] $209.99

bmark99

Jul 11, 2023 8:19 PM

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Joined Dec 2012

bmark99Jul 11, 2023 8:19 PM

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Are TP Link mesh routers good with Apple devices?

FanFanFan1

Jul 11, 2023 8:59 PM

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Joined Dec 2018

FanFanFan1Jul 11, 2023 8:59 PM

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I got the AXE5300 refurbished units from Ebay for $180 from the last time. I ended up returning them back though upon realizing that I had to pay a subscription fee for their HomeShield Pro service. I got myself Asus mesh wifi units (a bit more expensive than Decos) that come with free protection software that does not require subscription fees

compaholic

Jul 11, 2023 9:02 PM

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Joined Apr 2016

compaholicJul 11, 2023 9:02 PM

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FYI, it looks like TP-Link has been refreshing their model lineup and "remastering" existing models. For example, they just recently dropped the Pro version of the X55's. In the specs the only difference I see are the X55's have Gigabit ports whereas the new X55 Pro has 2.5Gbps ports. So take that info as you will if you're considering going multigig anytime soon.

I have the X55 originally bought last black Friday 2-pack. I don't have that big of an apartment but ended up buying the 3rd satellite because of how saturated my channels are from neighbors which has helped with spotty Ring devices.

Cla1000

Jul 11, 2023 9:23 PM

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Joined Sep 2017

Cla1000Jul 11, 2023 9:23 PM

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Quote from ajashadi

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I was eyeing a similar axe5400 refurb for sometime, ebay had 2 pack XE 75 for like 178.99. I am assuming you got one unit only on ebay. If that's the case, buy 1 unit from amazon and you will end up 2 units, 1 from ebay and 1 from amazon. That should give you more/extend coverage.

I got the 3 pack from ebay for 180. I would like 2 more units or even 3. That way I could cover my barn. And more of my property. I'm on 4 acres

Dave1962

Jul 11, 2023 10:28 PM

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Joined Dec 2007

Dave1962Jul 11, 2023 10:28 PM

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Quote from Jack2o

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A dumb switch cost 20 bucks. I have one at the base and then all my hard wired connections go there.

Absolutely agree. I have done the same thing. The DECO is amazing! Tried Eero first, but they only had the one Ethernet port for incoming and that's it. Silly design if you ask me. The DECO had exactly what I was looking for.

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SubieR6

Jul 11, 2023 11:21 PM

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SubieR6Jul 11, 2023 11:21 PM

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Bought the x55 yesterday for $10 more and Amazon won't price adjust. Ended up buying the axe5300 from Costco for a bit more. Rather have more streams, antennas and extra band to use with wired back haul anyways.

Great deal for the x55 though if you have sub gig speeds, but only if you do wired back haul.

Last edited by SubieR6 July 11, 2023 at 04:25 PM.

Ride_The_Sky

Jul 11, 2023 11:25 PM

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Ride_The_SkyJul 11, 2023 11:25 PM

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Quote from Jack2o

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I bought AXE5400 3 pack during black Friday. Man, i can't believe how fast and efficient it is. I am getting about 800+ Mbps on average all around the house. I also have 70 devices connected to the network at all times.

Only complaint is the Deco app they provided only provided half the functions. The additional features (parent control, additional security, etc.) cost extra.

Finally I've been waiting for a decent system for a long time, netgear $300 Mesh I got has been driving me crazy.

Can you confirm you can add mesh and it will extend or do they all have to connect back to router? Also to add 3rd and 4th, can i just buy individual mesh satellites?

I have gigabit fiber from optimum, I assume these will play nice with optimum router/modem combo?

Work524

Jul 12, 2023 12:48 AM

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Joined May 2014

Work524Jul 12, 2023 12:48 AM

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Is this better then Orbi?

Darkslyfo

Jul 12, 2023 1:36 AM

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Joined Aug 2015

DarkslyfoJul 12, 2023 1:36 AM

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Quote from bmark99

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Are TP Link mesh routers good with Apple devices?

I have the older TP-Link Deco M9 Plus Mesh routers. We have a MacBook, an iPad, and iPhones and everything has worked flawlessly. Not sure if there are some routers that don't play nice with apple devices… but my slightly older ones have worked great for all devices!

markahmadi

Jul 12, 2023 2:01 AM

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Joined Dec 2004

markahmadiJul 12, 2023 2:01 AM

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Basic question: When would I need a Mesh, and when would I need a Range Extender?

I currently get excellent Wi-Fi in most areas of my house, but I have a couple of areas that are weak.

RogerKangaroo

Jul 12, 2023 2:04 AM

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Joined Jul 2022

RogerKangarooJul 12, 2023 2:04 AM

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Quote from Jack2o

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I bought AXE5400 3 pack during black Friday. Man, i can't believe how fast and efficient it is. I am getting about 800+ Mbps on average all around the house. I also have 70 devices connected to the network at all times.

Only complaint is the Deco app they provided only provided half the functions. The additional features (parent control, additional security, etc.) cost extra.

How do you get the additional features?

dibby

Jul 12, 2023 2:04 AM

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Joined Sep 2012

dibbyJul 12, 2023 2:04 AM

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Looks like there is a promo for charging to Prime Card for TP Link products.

Get 15% back on amount charged to an Prime Visa card.

Jack2o

Jul 12, 2023 2:06 AM

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Joined Mar 2012

Jack2oJul 12, 2023 2:06 AM

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Quote from Ride_The_Sky

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Finally I've been waiting for a decent system for a long time, netgear $300 Mesh I got has been driving me crazy.

Can you confirm you can add mesh and it will extend or do they all have to connect back to router? Also to add 3rd and 4th, can i just buy individual mesh satellites?

I have gigabit fiber from optimum, I assume these will play nice with optimum router/modem combo?

You can add more mesh units to the main unit. I have 1 of them connected by hard wire but 1 also connected by wifi. They use a delicate channel for the mesh units.

Jack2o

Jul 12, 2023 2:06 AM

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Jack2oJul 12, 2023 2:06 AM

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Quote from RogerKangaroo

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How do you get the additional features?

You paid a subscription. I am not using it.

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