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Product review
November 2024

WiFi routers and mesh networks

Boost your internet performance by choosing a new router using our comprehensive test results and buying guide.

November 2024

TP-Link

Deco X55

Price
$414
Score
82

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On balance, this mesh system is the networking solution we'd recommend to the most people. It provides quick WiFi, especially through walls and around corners, and impressive Ethernet speeds too. It comes in a 2-pack, so you can set one up as a satellite to extend your coverage. And, best of all, it's fairly affordable. We think it's a great first mesh system for consumers looking to make the jump.

Test results

  • 90
    WiFi performance
  • 70
    Setup and ease of use
  • 71
    Security

Good points

  • Easy to set up.
  • Very easy to customise.
  • Good security.
  • Good multi-device performance.
  • Good performance through a concrete wall.
  • Excellent wired performance.
  • Good long-distance performance.
  • Supports WPA3 encryption.

Bad points

  • No obvious bad points.

Model

  • Provided by internet company
    -
  • Cost when provided by internet company
    -
  • Mesh system
  • Number of units in pack
    2
  • Compatible with fibre
  • Compatible with ADSL/VDSL
  • Compatible with 4G/5G

More performance scores

  • Multi-device performance
    73
  • Obstructed performance
    88
  • Long-range performance
    77
  • Wired performance
    94

Specifications

  • Highest WiFi version
    WiFi 6
  • Weight of main unit
    460g
  • Ethernet LAN ports
    2
  • USB port
    No
  • Physical power button
  • Other buttons/switches
    Reset
  • Aerials
    Internal only
  • Wall mountable
  • Quick start guide included
  • Ethernet cables included
    3 (1 per device)

Features

  • Can create guest networks
    Yes
  • WPS available
  • Supports WPA3 encryption
  • Firewall
  • Quality of service (QoS)
    Yes
  • Parental controls
    Yes
  • USB drive sharing
    No

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