TP-Link RE450
Score: 71/100
Netgear EAX12
Score: 68/100Rankings
The TP-Link RE450 is a dual-band AC1750 extender delivering up to 1750 Mbps and covering roughly 2000 ft², with three adjustable antennas and an intelligent signal light. Its main trade-off is reliance on the older Wi-Fi 5 standard and relatively high power draw. It suits users with existing AC routers who need a straightforward, budget-friendly coverage boost.
The Netgear EAX12 is an AX1600-rated Wi-Fi 6 mesh range extender delivering up to 1.6 Gbps and featuring Smart Roaming with a single gigabit Ethernet port. Its limitations include modest coverage and only one wired port, making it ideal for households needing a simple Wi-Fi 6 boost without extensive wired needs.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
185.81 sqmbest | 111.48 sqm | |
1,750 Mbpsbest | 1,600 Mbps | |
1best | 1best | |
3best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 13 Wbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 0.34 kgbest | 0.408 kg |
2 yearsbest | 1 years |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Coverage Area (sqm) | 185.81 sqm | 111.48 sqm |
Maximum Throughput (Mbps) | 1750 Mbps | 1600 Mbps |
Ports(1) | ||
Ethernet Port Speed | Gigabit | 1 Gbps |
Network(3) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
Supported Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz;5 GHz | Dual Band |
Security Protocols | WEP;WPA;WPA2 | WPA3 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.34 kg | 0.408 kg |
Dimensions (H × W × D) (mm) | 66x162x76 mm mm | H×W×D: 101.6×127×254 mm mm |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 2 years | 1 years |
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Professional reviewers commend the RE450 for its solid high-speed performance, intuitive installation, and useful Gigabit Ethernet port, earning PCMag's Editor's Choice and praise from B&H Photo for its signal-light placement aid. However, they note the device relies on the older Wi-Fi 5 standard and lacks energy-efficiency features, which may be a drawback compared to newer Wi-Fi 6 extenders.
Everyday users generally rate the RE450 positively, highlighting the simple setup process, strong signal extension that improves streaming and gaming, and the convenience of the Gigabit Ethernet port for wired devices. Some customers experience occasional coverage inconsistencies in difficult environments and mention the unit's bulkier size as a minor inconvenience.
