TP-Link EAP225-Outdoor
Score: 71/100
TP-Link TL-WA1201
Score: 54/100Rankings
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.
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 | 867 Mbpsbest | |
— | 300 Mbpsbest | |
1best | 1best | |
| ↓ lower better | 168 gbest | 300 g |
— | 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) |
Power & Power Supply(1) | ||
PoE Standard | 802.3af/at,24V Passive | Passive PoE |
Design & Build(2) | ||
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 214.9×46.0×26.7 mm mm | 145.5 x 225 x 37 mm mm |
Weight (g) | 168 g | 300 g |
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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.
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.
