TRENDnet Powerline AV 500
Score: 73/100
Actiontec Powerline 200
Score: 56/100Rankings
The TRENDnet TPL-402E delivers up to 500 Mbps powerline speed, a Gigabit Ethernet port, and a built-in pass-through outlet, offering solid performance for streaming and gaming. Its performance can suffer in noisy electrical environments and it only provides a single Ethernet port per unit. Ideal for users who want a compact, feature-rich adapter with Windows utility support.
The Actiontec PWR200K01 is an affordable 200 Mbps powerline adapter kit with basic AES encryption and a small wall-plug form factor. Its low advertised speed and limited features make it less suitable for high-bandwidth applications. Good for users needing a simple, low-cost network extension for basic tasks.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
500 Mbpsbest | 200 Mbps | |
500 Mbpsbest | 200 Mbps | |
1best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 5 Wbest | — |
300 mbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.72 Wbest | — |
3 yearsbest | 1 years | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.186 kg | 0.181 kgbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Security(1) | ||
Encryption | AES-128 | 128-bit AES |
Performance(2) | ||
Powerline Speed (Mbps) | 500 Mbps | 200 Mbps |
Maximum Data Rate (Mbps) | 500 Mbps | 200 Mbps |
General(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 3 years | 1 years |
Design(1) | ||
Device Weight (kg) | 0.186 kg | 0.181 kg |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the TPL-402E's compact footprint, integrated pass-through outlet and the inclusion of a Gigabit Ethernet port, which sets it apart from many 100 Mbps rivals. They highlight the effortless plug-and-play setup and the robust build quality, while noting the lack of macOS/Linux utilities as a minor drawback.
Everyday users appreciate the straightforward plug-in experience, the retained wall socket, and the reliable wired speeds for streaming and large file transfers. Common complaints focus on reduced performance in noisy electrical environments, occasional drop-outs across circuits, and limited scalability for very large homes.
“"100% kickass" - 3DGameman YouTube”
“"Easy plug-and-play installation with no configuration needed for basic use." - User review (source 9)”
