Best TP-Link "Smart Home" Wi-Fi Router

Best TP-Link "Smart Home" Wi-Fi Router

Best TP-Link "Smart Home" Wi-Fi Router
Best TP-Link "Smart Home" Wi-Fi Router
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Model: Archer AXE5400  
Hardware Version: V1
Firmware Version: 1.2.2 Build 20240827 rel.68051(4341)

I recently purchased TP-Link AXE5400 Tri-Band WiFi 6E Router (Archer AXE75) to setup a smart home by creating wireless connections to multiple devices (smart plugs, bulbs, Amazon Echos, ect). However, I am still unable to connect to every smart device in my home using the TP-Link AXE5400. Now this could be because it located in the basement where my desktop is setup and there are multiple walls between it and some of the smart devices AND in some cases that includes exterior lights.

 

So my question is simple, is the TP-Link AXE5400 the best wireless router for this role or is there a better wireless router manufactured by TP-Link better suited for creating a smart home and connecting longer distances (through walls)? Please let me know your thoughts.

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Re:Best TP-Link "Smart Home" Wi-Fi Router
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Hi  @RWaszczuk 

In your case, you can consider using a mesh network and place different network devices to expand the network.
If the Archer AXE75 you purchased is beyond the return period, you can consider adding a device that also supports easymesh to expand the Wi-Fi coverage.

However, if the AXE75 is far away from the smart device that has not been successfully connected to the network, you may want to consider connecting the two network devices via wires to ensure a stable network.

 

If you don't have to use a mesh network, you can also consider powerline products.
However, using powerline products requires ensuring that the network devices are in the same circuit environment. For details, please see:What is Powerline?

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