TP-Link CPE710
Score: 81/100
BrosTrend Wireless Bridge
Score: 79/100Rankings
The TP-Link CPE710 is a rugged outdoor 5 GHz wireless bridge featuring a 23 dBi directional antenna and IP65 rating, delivering up to 867 Mbps for long-range point-to-point links. It is limited to the 5 GHz band and requires precise alignment due to its narrow beamwidth. Ideal for enterprises and ISPs needing high-performance outdoor backhaul.
The BrosTrend 5 GHz 867 Mbps WiFi Bridge offers high-speed point-to-point connectivity with a rugged IP65 enclosure and dual Gigabit ports. Its single-band operation and need for precise line-of-sight limit flexibility. Ideal for homeowners or small property owners needing a simple, budget-friendly link up to about 1 km.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
867 Mbpsbest | 867 Mbpsbest | |
1 | 2best | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,000 g | 99.2 gbest |
— | 1,000 mbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 7.3 W | 4.7 Wbest |
23 dBibest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Frequency Bands (GHz) | 5.15-5.85 | 5 |
Ports(2) | ||
Number of Ethernet Ports | 1 | 2 |
Ethernet Port Speed | 1000 | 1000 Mbps |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 7.3 W | 4.7 W |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 1000 g | 99.2 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 207x280x366 mm | 132.08 x 43.18 x 71.12 mm |
Mounting Options | Pole‑mount | Wall, Pole |
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Professional reviewers describe the CPE710 as a high-performance outdoor bridge that excels in noisy, long-distance scenarios. B&H Photo and CDW commend its 23 dBi antenna, 2×2 MIMO, and 867 Mbps AC throughput, while emphasizing the rugged IP65 enclosure and Pharos Control for easy centralized management.
User-generated feedback is scarce in the available sources, so direct consumer sentiment cannot be quantified. The product's marketing and specifications suggest users would appreciate its long-range capability and weather resistance, while potential concerns would revolve around the need for precise alignment and the lack of 2.4 GHz support.
Professional reviewers and editors have not published detailed analyses of the BrosTrend EAP2; product pages and YouTube overviews emphasize its plug-and-play simplicity, 1 km stable transmission, and positioning as a budget-friendly outdoor PtP solution.
Everyday users consistently praise the bridge for its effortless setup, reliable high-speed performance over several hundred feet, and robust weather-proof design, while recurring complaints focus on the single-band limitation, the need for precise line-of-sight alignment, and the lack of outdoor-rated PoE injectors.
“truly plug and play”
“flawless performance at 400 ft”
“game changer for properties”
