Google Nest WiFi Point
Score: 65/100
TP-Link TL-WA1201
Score: 54/100Rankings
Google Nest Wifi Point is a mesh satellite that adds up to 1,600 sq ft of Wi-Fi 5 coverage and includes a built-in Google Assistant speaker. It lacks an Ethernet port and is limited to Wi-Fi 5 speeds, which can affect performance in dense networks. Perfect for Google-ecosystem homes seeking simple expansion with voice control.
The TP-Link TL-WA1201 is a dual-band AC1200 access point featuring MU-MIMO, beamforming, and passive PoE for small-business indoor use. It lacks Wi-Fi 6 and mesh capabilities, and its single Ethernet port restricts network expansion. Suitable for modest environments with 10-20 concurrent devices.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 867 Mbpsbest | |
149 sqmbest | — | |
— | 300 Mbpsbest | |
— | 1best | |
2best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 15 Wbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 350 g | 300 gbest |
1 years | 2 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Network(2) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11ac | Wi‑Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz | Dual-band (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz) |
Features(1) | ||
Security Protocols | WPA3 | WPA2 |
Power & Power Supply(1) | ||
Power over Ethernet (PoE) | false | true |
Design & Build(2) | ||
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 102.2×87.2×102.2 mm mm | 145.5 x 225 x 37 mm mm |
Weight (g) | 350 g | 300 g |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 1 years | 2 years |
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Professional reviewers commend the Nest Wifi Point for its sleek design, effortless integration with the Google Home ecosystem, and reliable mesh performance that delivers up to 25% better coverage than earlier Google Wifi models. However, they criticize its reliance on Wi-Fi 5, the absence of Ethernet ports on the satellite, and the modest audio quality of the built-in speaker, noting these shortcomings make it feel dated compared to Wi-Fi 6 competitors.
Everyday users consistently praise the point's straightforward app setup and the way it fills dead zones in larger homes, as well as the convenience of having Google Assistant built in. Recurring complaints focus on occasional connectivity hiccups in very crowded device environments, the speaker's limited sound output, and the lack of easy guest-network isolation without additional router configuration.
No professional reviews or editor quotes were found for the TL‑WA1201; manufacturer descriptions position it as an ideal indoor AP for small businesses, highlighting captive‑portal guest access, MU‑MIMO, beamforming, and passive PoE deployment.
User feedback is not available in the sources; there are no direct consumer reviews, praise, or complaints to summarize.
“eliminating dead zones in 2,000+ sq ft homes”
