TP-Link RE105
Score: 51/100
Netgear EX6170
Score: 75/100Rankings
The Netgear EX6170 is a dual-band AC1200 Wi-Fi 5 extender with FastLane technology, external high-power antennas, and a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port, providing solid performance for up to 1500 sq ft. While it offers good speed, it lacks Wi-Fi 6 support and advanced features like MU-MIMO. Ideal for users needing reliable dual-band extension without wired backhaul.
The TP-Link RE105 is a compact N300 range extender that boosts 2.4 GHz coverage using external antennas and MIMO. Its main trade-offs are the lack of 5 GHz support, modest 300 Mbps ceiling, and limited Ethernet speed. Best suited for budget-conscious users needing basic Wi-Fi extension for IoT devices.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 139.35 sqmbest | |
300 Mbps | 1,200 Mbpsbest | |
1best | 1best | |
2best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.6 Wbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 0.12 kgbest | 0.13 kg |
2 yearsbest | 1 years |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Maximum Throughput (Mbps) | 300 Mbps | 1200 Mbps |
Network(3) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11b/g/n | 802.11ac |
Supported Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz |
Security Protocols | WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK | WPA/WPA2-PSK, WEP |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.12 kg | 0.13 kg |
Dimensions (H × W × D) (mm) | 68.58×50.8×80.01 mm mm | 55.17 x 67.17 x 39 mm mm |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 2 years | 1 years |
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Professional reviewers and editors note that the RE105 improves on older TP-Link extenders thanks to its external antennas and MIMO, delivering stronger and more reliable coverage. They appreciate the straightforward WPS/app setup and the added Access Point mode, while criticizing the lack of 5 GHz support, modest 300 Mbps ceiling, and the absence of a guest network.
