Netgear EX3700
Score: 65/100
TP-Link RE315
Score: 82/100Rankings
The TP-Link RE315 offers AC1200 dual-band speeds with OneMesh smart roaming and an intelligent signal light, providing a cost-effective way to extend Wi-Fi up to 12,000 sq ft. It is limited by the absence of multiple Ethernet ports and can experience signal loss at greater distances. Best suited for budget-conscious users in smaller homes seeking mesh compatibility.
The Netgear EX3700 is an AC750 dual-band extender covering roughly 93 sqm with up to 750 Mbps and featuring two external antennas for directional boost. Its real-world throughput is reduced and it offers only a single Fast Ethernet port with no advanced features. Suitable for small-to-medium homes needing basic Wi-Fi extension.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
93 sqm | 1,115 sqmbest | |
750 Mbps | 1,200 Mbpsbest | |
1best | 1best | |
2 | 3best | |
| ↓ lower better | 15 W | 7.3 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | 0.13 kgbest | 0.173 kg |
0 years | 2 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Coverage Area (sqm) | 93 sqm | 1115 sqm |
Maximum Throughput (Mbps) | 750 Mbps | 1200 Mbps |
Ports(1) | ||
Ethernet Port Speed | Fast Ethernet | Gigabit |
Design(1) | ||
Antenna Count | 2 | 3 |
Network(2) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11ac, 802.11n | 802.11ac |
Supported Frequency Bands | 5 GHz, 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz,5 GHz |
Power(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 15 W | 7.3 W |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.13 kg | 0.173 kg |
Dimensions (H × W × D) (mm) | 55.1x39.1x67.1 mm | 124x52x89 mm |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 0 years | 2 years |
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Professional reviewers praise the EX3700 for its straightforward plug-and-play installation, compact wall-plug form factor, and effective external antennas that clear typical dead zones. They acknowledge the expected speed halving inherent to extenders and note that its 1,000 sq ft coverage and 750 Mbps ceiling make it best suited for modest-size homes, while more demanding users may prefer higher-end models.
Everyday users overwhelmingly appreciate the easy setup and noticeable improvement in weak-signal areas such as upstairs rooms or guest spaces, often citing the Ethernet port for stable wired connections. However, many report occasional drop-outs with specific devices, reduced speeds at the edge of coverage, and a decline in performance after initial use, leading to mixed but generally positive sentiment.
Professional reviewers such as Engadget and Best Buy highlight the RE300 as a top-value choice for extending Wi-Fi coverage, emphasizing its OneMesh compatibility, easy plug-in setup, and solid dual-band speeds, while noting its compact design makes placement straightforward.
Everyday users consistently praise the extender for noticeably stronger signals and faster speeds in dead zones, easy installation via a wall outlet, and reliable performance for multiple devices, but they also report speed degradation with distance, the need to manually switch SSIDs when not in mesh mode, and some trial-and-error to locate the best outlet placement.
