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TP-Link's Deco Wi Fi 7 mesh systems are being used as reliable whole home networking with strong smart home support. The mesh setup is described as stable enough to run for years with little maintenance, and the router can create an IoT network for devices like lights, thermostats, garage doors, cameras, and fans. The app setup likely requires a TP Link account, and some advanced security features on the IoT network require a subscription. Pricing also looks better through TP Link's own store, where a coupon and free indoor camera brought one BE10000 order down to $342.55 after tax.
Homeowners replacing a flaky mesh system, because it can run for years with only an occasional restart.
Costco has been cited with a slightly better TP-Link BE13000 3-pack around $360, with slightly better speeds and range than the BE11000 and a 90-day return policy. The BE13000 also has one fewer Ethernet port on the back, but that was described as having no real impact.
Setup likely requires the Deco app, and that usually means creating a TP-Link account. The app is used to initialize the mesh units and manage them afterward.
Yes. The Decos can run in AP-only mode behind another gateway, such as a Ubiquiti UCG Max, which keeps the TP-Link units handling Wi‑Fi while the main router handles routing and security updates.
The VPN feature can work and can be assigned to selected devices or the whole network. It also includes a feature for making a device accessible online, which can be useful for hosting services at home.
Switched from Orbi tri mesh system which was a horrible system had to often restart the routers to this, couldn't have been happier it just works. Had to restart it once the 2 years I owned this
I had this router, was happy about it and one time suddenly bought smart light switch from tapo. So I realized I can easily have smart home(it does have iot network just for this devices if you want) so ended up with really sophisticated system and things like termostat,garage doors, cameras, fans, lights and even some appliances are just in my Google home app under 1 click... anyway this router is good for everything you may want to do in your home...
I'm looking at running ubiquiti u7 lite for other parts of the house off of my ATT fiber provided router. Or would this be better?
I use a UCG Max as my main gateway and use 3x Decos in AP only mode. Works flawlessly. This method is better in the long run as im not worried about tp-link ending future tp-link security updates, since my main is the Ubiquiti.
I don't get it... per whatever that price tracker thing is called, isn't this the same price it's been most of the time for the last 2 months?What am I missing here?
Yeah. I been having this exact item in my cart forever. It's been this price for months. Fake deal.
I had this router, was happy about it and one time suddenly bought smart light switch from tapo. So I realized I can easily have smart home(it does have iot network just for this devices if you want) so ended up with really sophisticated system and things like termostat,garage doors, cameras, fans, lights and even some appliances are just in my Google home app under 1 click... anyway this router is good for everything you may want to do in your home...
Need to pay a subscription fee to get any security features on the IOT network (VLAN)
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Need to pay a subscription fee to get any security features on the IOT network (VLAN)
That subscription seems more like marketing to me. Even if some of this stuff is good, $36 a year isn't much compared to other subscriptions, but the pricier one with the VPN might be worth it. The VPN actually works, and you can easily pick which devices to use it on or just apply it to your whole network. (I used my NordVPN subscription). Plus, it has a feature that lets you make any device on your network accessible online. I used it to host my own business, but I decided to switch from a $150/month internet plan to a $40 one and pay for a VPS instead (it's just cheaper). But, for example, I can now use it to host my home assistant (saving $60/year).
The only problem I had was when I was using AdGuard Home; it kept messing up my network, even though I wasn't forcing traffic through that DNS.
Anyway, I honestly don't see anything that makes you have to buy their subscription (I never even tried the trial, though).
Switched from Orbi tri mesh system which was a horrible system had to often restart the routers to this, couldn't have been happier it just works. Had to restart it once the 2 years I owned this
Had similar issues with orbi (or Horbi) and much better experience with tplink.
slightly better speeds and range vs the BE11000 , $360 and 90 day return policy.. deal ends 6/26
only downside is the backside has 1 less ethernet port. (3 on the BE13000 vs 4 on the BE11000).. which has zero real impact or consideration ..
Actually there is no expiration on return policy at Costco for these, I've returned my TP link after 2 years and purchased BE13000. Go ask at the customer service in Costco, they'll tell you the same thing. Don't ask the people working in TV/tech department, they don't know
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TP-Link's Deco Wi Fi 7 mesh systems are being used as reliable whole home networking with strong smart home support. The mesh setup is described as stable enough to run for years with little maintenance, and the router can create an IoT network for devices like lights, thermostats, garage doors, cameras, and fans. The app setup likely requires a TP Link account, and some advanced security features on the IoT network require a subscription. Pricing also looks better through TP Link's own store, where a coupon and free indoor camera brought one BE10000 order down to $342.55 after tax.
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Costco has been cited with a slightly better TP-Link BE13000 3-pack around $360, with slightly better speeds and range than the BE11000 and a 90-day return policy. The BE13000 also has one fewer Ethernet port on the back, but that was described as having no real impact.
Setup likely requires the Deco app, and that usually means creating a TP-Link account. The app is used to initialize the mesh units and manage them afterward.
Security features on the IoT network can require a paid subscription. The IoT network itself is available, but the security add-ons are not free.
Yes. The Decos can run in AP-only mode behind another gateway, such as a Ubiquiti UCG Max, which keeps the TP-Link units handling Wi‑Fi while the main router handles routing and security updates.
The VPN feature can work and can be assigned to selected devices or the whole network. It also includes a feature for making a device accessible online, which can be useful for hosting services at home.
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The only problem I had was when I was using AdGuard Home; it kept messing up my network, even though I wasn't forcing traffic through that DNS.
Anyway, I honestly don't see anything that makes you have to buy their subscription (I never even tried the trial, though).
and none of this remotely close to being a good deal..
and none of this remotely close to being a good deal..
slightly better speeds and range vs the BE11000 , $360 and 90 day return policy.. deal ends 6/26
only downside is the backside has 1 less ethernet port. (3 on the BE13000 vs 4 on the BE11000).. which has zero real impact or consideration ..
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slightly better speeds and range vs the BE11000 , $360 and 90 day return policy.. deal ends 6/26
only downside is the backside has 1 less ethernet port. (3 on the BE13000 vs 4 on the BE11000).. which has zero real impact or consideration ..
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