Testseek.com have collected 141 expert reviews of the TP-Link Deco M5 and the average rating is 83%. Scroll down and see all reviews for TP-Link Deco M5 .
July 2017
(83%)
141 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(93%)
122 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Easy to install
Robust management and user control features
Excellent coverage
Consistent
Reliable performance
Excellent
Handsoff antivirus and intrusion security
Remote control features allow you to manage your network from anywhere
Very good overall performance
Built-in antivirus and anti-malware protection for the entire network
Unobtrusive industrial design
Solid throughput performance
Robust parental controls
Built-in virus and malware protection
Well-designed mobile app
Very easy to use
Robust network controls that parents will appreciate
Excellent range
Wi-Fi speeds up to 1300Mbps
5
500 square feet coverage area
Easy to set up
The Deco M5 Whole-Home Wi-Fi System is easy to use and delivers reliable Wi-Fi over a large area. The system has more features than most other systems
Including the ability to protect the entire network against online threats
Good Wireless Performance
Fast and Simple Installation Process
Really Well Done and Thorough Parental Controls
Ethernet + Wireless Backhaul
It Has A Competitive Price
Easy setup
Better overall WiFi coverage than a normal router
Small profile
TP-Link HomeCare included
Great unboxing experience
Great parental controls
Three-year antivirus built in
Strong wireless coverage
The editors didn't like
Need to replace your existing network
Continuous data sharing with TPLink could present some risks
Longterm pricing for the security package is unclear
No dedicated channel for data backhaul
Must use a smartphone or tablet for setup and configuration
Available in three-packs only
No web interface
Does not support dedicated band control
Flatout speed not up to par with highend routers
Few tweaks available to power users
Can get warm as heat vents are at the bottom
The M5 doesn't have a dedicated backhaul band
So it suffers from signal loss when its units are linked together wirelessly. It connects to TP-Link at all times and there's no access point mode for it to work well with an existing router
The Antivirus as a Separate Paid Service After Three Years
Has Some Advanced Features
But the List is Short
App-Only Interface
Not as many configuration options as a normal router
Will need to buy a switch if you need multiple Ethernet ports
Great parental controls, Three-year antivirus built in, Strong wireless coverage
Slightly slow at close range, Pricier than BT Whole Home Wi-Fi
In short, the TP-Link Deco M5 is a worthy entry to the low end of the mesh networking market. It's well priced at £230 for three nodes, and it includes network-based antivirus and excellent parental controls.I prefer Google Wifi's app and the way it can p...
Published: 2018-08-14, Author: Jonathan , review by: itpro.co.uk
Strong coverage, Good longrange speeds, Good value
Closerange performance isn't the best
The TP-Link Deco M5 is a worthy entry to the low end of the mesh networking market. It's well priced at £230 for three nodes, includes network-based antivirus and excellent QoS controls...
Published: 2018-08-10, Author: David , review by: uk.hardware.info
Abstract: One of the most common annoyances of modern man is a poorly functioning WiFi connection. Especially now that more and more devices are becoming connected and it only gets busier in the ether, it can do no harm to take a good look at your current equipment...
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Published: 2018-05-21, Author: David , review by: uk.hardware.info
When we look at the results of our first major comparative mesh-test, it is striking that mesh-technology certainly does not guarantee a higher throughput in all cases. It is also noteworthy that the test results clearly show that a client that is close t...
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Published: 2018-05-08, Author: Alan , review by: techradar.com
Great value for money, Incredibly easy to configure, Good coverage
Not as fast as some, Lacks fine control
There are two things that stand out for TP-Link's mesh offering: the price and the ease of use. Individually these would be enough to pique our interest, but together they make for a great combo that is only slightly let down by the top-line throughput. T...
Published: 2017-08-17, Author: Frank , review by: uk.hardware.info
If you are looking for an easy way to have WiFi-coverage in your entire house, mesh is definitely a solution you should consider. Without having to drill in the walls you can easily build a network that covers the entire house. The secret of mesh are the...
Published: 2017-07-21, Author: Jonathan , review by: alphr.com
In short, the TP-Link Deco M5 is a worthy entry to the low end of the mesh networking market. It's well priced at £230 for three nodes, and it includes network-based antivirus and excellent parental controls.I prefer Google Wifi's app and the way it can p...
We can't fault the Deco's performance and ease of use, although not many UK homes will need the 4500 square foot of coverage offered by the three-pack. But if you're looking for a mesh networking kit that can provide a fast, reliable Wi-Fi signal througho...
