MikroTik hAP ac2
Score: 72/100
TP-Link EAP235-Wall White
Score: 68/100Rankings
The MikroTik hAP ac² combines dual-band AC1200 Wi-Fi with five Gigabit Ethernet ports and USB support, providing a versatile router/AP solution. Its lack of Wi-Fi 6, low antenna gain, and modest hardware can restrict performance in demanding environments. Perfect for tech-savvy home or small-office setups requiring extensive wired connectivity.
The TP-Link EAP235-Wall is an in-wall AC1200 AP offering MU-MIMO, beamforming and four Gigabit ports with PoE pass-through for small-room deployments. Its Wi-Fi 5 performance and limited coverage make it less suitable for larger or high-density environments. Ideal for hotels, offices or dorm rooms needing per-room wired connectivity and modest wireless speeds.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,200 Mbpsbest | 867 Mbps | |
— | 25 sqmbest | |
300 Mbpsbest | 300 Mbpsbest | |
5best | 4 | |
2best | 2best | |
| ↓ lower better | 16 W | 9.8 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | 21 Wbest | 24.4 W |
| ↓ lower better | 300 g | 222 gbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Network(2) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11ac | Wi‑Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
Frequency Bands | 2.4/5 GHz | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz |
Performance(1) | ||
Max Data Rate (5 GHz) (Mbps) | 1200 Mbps | 867 Mbps |
Power & Power Supply(3) | ||
PoE Standard | Passive | 802.3af/at |
Power Consumption (W) | 16 W | 9.8 W |
Maximum Power Consumption (W) | 21 W | 24.4 W |
Design & Build(4) | ||
Ethernet Ports | 5 | 4 |
Mounting Options | Horizontal, vertical | Wall-plate |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 34x119x98 mm | 19.7×156.7×143.0 mm mm |
Weight (g) | 300 g | 222 g |
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Professional reviewers and editors commend the hAP ac² for its robust feature set at a low price, especially the hardware-accelerated IPsec engine and the flexibility of RouterOS Level 4. They also note its compact design, PoE capability, and USB modem support as strong points for small-office deployments, while calling out the modest CPU/RAM and lack of Wi-Fi 6 or SFP as limitations for more demanding scenarios.
Everyday users value the device's configurability, Ethernet richness, and ability to add a 3G/4G backup via USB, but many express frustration with the limited Wi-Fi range, the steep learning curve of RouterOS, and performance drops in congested wireless environments.
