TP-Link EAP225-Outdoor
Score: 71/100
Google Nest WiFi Point
Score: 65/100Rankings
The TP-Link EAP225-Outdoor is an outdoor-rated Wi-Fi 5 access point offering mesh support and flexible PoE options. Its limited Wi-Fi 5 throughput and single Ethernet port constrain high-density deployments. Ideal for businesses needing durable, centrally managed outdoor coverage.
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.
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867 Mbpsbest | — | |
— | 149 sqmbest | |
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— | 2best | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 15 Wbest |
| ↓ lower better | 168 gbest | 350 g |
— | 1 yearsbest |
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Network(1) | ||
Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz,5 GHz | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz |
Power & Power Supply(1) | ||
Power over Ethernet (PoE) | true | false |
Design & Build(2) | ||
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 214.9×46.0×26.7 mm mm | 102.2×87.2×102.2 mm mm |
Weight (g) | 168 g | 350 g |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers emphasize the EAP650-Outdoor's modern Wi-Fi 6 performance and its enterprise-level Omada SDN management, positioning it as a high-speed, centrally managed solution for outdoor deployments. The lack of independent deep-dive reviews means performance claims rely largely on manufacturer marketing, but the device is presented as a clear upgrade over legacy outdoor APs.
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.
“eliminating dead zones in 2,000+ sq ft homes”
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.
