TP-Link RE315
Score: 82/100
Netgear EX6170
Score: 75/100Rankings
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 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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,115 sqmbest | 139.35 sqm | |
1,200 Mbpsbest | 1,200 Mbpsbest | |
1best | 1best | |
3best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 7.3 Wbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 0.173 kg | 0.13 kgbest |
2 yearsbest | 1 years |
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Performance(1) | ||
Coverage Area (sqm) | 1115 sqm | 139.35 sqm |
Ports(1) | ||
Ethernet Port Speed | Gigabit | 10/100 Mbps |
Network(1) | ||
Supported Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz,5 GHz | 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.173 kg | 0.13 kg |
Dimensions (H × W × D) (mm) | 124x52x89 mm | 55.17 x 67.17 x 39 mm mm |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 2 years | 1 years |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
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.
